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Pumpkin Decorating Contest

All Day 10/10 - 10/25
Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character, and bring your pumpkin to the library to be voted on by patrons! You can drop your pumpkin off in Youth Services ...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character, and bring your pumpkin to the library to be voted on by patrons! 

Tween Sweet Treats: Hidden Sprinkle Surprise Cookies

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join Ms. Sarah for cookie decorating with a twist! Everyone knows that sprinkles make everything taste better, so why not add a sprinkle surprise layer to the middle of our su...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Estate Planning

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

These sessions are presented by Chuck O'Neill, Founder and CEO of Executor Services LLC. There are two sessions, registration is required for each. Session two is designed to ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

These sessions are presented by Chuck O'Neill, Founder and CEO of Executor Services LLC. There are two sessions, registration is required for each. 

Tiny Tunes

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Tiny Tunes:

For ages 3 to 5Music makes everything better! Join Ms. Linda for casual music time. We will work with rhythm instruments, learn songs, and make a parade. Registration is required f...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

For ages 3 to 5
Music makes everything better! Join Ms. Linda for casual music time. We will work with rhythm instruments, learn songs, and make a parade. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Storytime:

For ages 3 1/2 to 5Join Ms. Linda and explore different stories with a theme-related activity and craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 1

For ages 3 1/2 to 5
Join Ms. Linda and explore different stories with a theme-related activity and craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Home School Chess

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join fellow homeschool friends and learn chess!Mr. Frank Gavlak, our chess champion instructor, will be presenting a beginners' two-week chess program. This class is intended to te...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Join fellow homeschool friends and learn chess!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

The Coal & Coke Queen of Connellsville

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This program was previously scheduled for October 7 but was rescheduled for October 23.Sarah B. Cochran probably didn’t expect to own businesses that competed with Henry Clay Frick...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Virtual Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

This program was previously scheduled for October 7 but was rescheduled for October 23.

Disclaimer(s)

Hybrid Event

This is a hybrid event - you can either attend in person at the library or watch via Zoom. When registering for the program, make sure to select your preferred option from the drop down at the bottom of the form.

Sit & Fit

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Sit & Fit:

With easy-to-follow instructions, you will tone and stretch your body in this low-impact, mindful movement class. The class will be set to soothing music and is perfect for mature ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 8

With easy-to-follow instructions, you will tone and stretch your body in this low-impact, mindful movement class. The class will be set to soothing music and is perfect for mature adults and seniors of all abilities. Your instructor will be Meghan Greenwood, an ACE-certified group fitness instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience. Registration is required.

Kindergarten Readiness Storytime

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library! This weekly program consists of stories, rhymes, and songs to help promote early literacy and reinforces basic re...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Cricut machine with assorted projects

Cricut Machine 101

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Cricut Machine 101:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3! The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine that can cut over 300 different material...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3! The Cricut Maker 3 is a smart cutting machine that can cut over 300 different materials. During this class, you will learn the capabilities of the Cricut machine, navigate through the Design Space software, and complete a simple cut paper shape on the Cricut! 

This program is intended for beginners. All materials will be provided.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Tween Book Club

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Tweens
Tween Book Club:

For Grades 4 to 6Join Ms. Linda for this after-school program! Enjoy a discussion on the selected book, an activity and a snack. The first five registrants get a free copy of ...

Event Details:

October's book is Wishtree by Katherine Applegate.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

For Grades 4 to 6
Join Ms. Linda for this after-school program! Enjoy a discussion on the selected book, an activity and a snack. The first five registrants get a free copy of the book.  

October's book is Wishtree by Katherine Applegate.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

decorative image of burial urn

Non-Traditional Burial Methods

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

From body farms to treemations, there are a plethora of options for individuals to contemplate when planning for the end of their lives. Come learn about what it means to donate yo...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Virtual Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

From body farms to treemations, there are a plethora of options for individuals to contemplate when planning for the end of their lives.

Disclaimer(s)

Hybrid Event

This is a hybrid event - you can either attend in person at the library or watch via Zoom. When registering for the program, make sure to select your preferred option from the drop down at the bottom of the form.

Pumpkin Painting

Thursday, October 24, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Save the mess at home and come decorate a pumpkin at the library! All materials INCLUDING one pumpkin per person. Participants are allowed to bring additional pumpkins to deco...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Save the mess at home and come decorate a pumpkin at the library! 

All materials INCLUDING one pumpkin per person. Participants are allowed to bring additional pumpkins to decorate but only one will be provided by the library. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

3D Printed Jack O Lantern

Tween 3D Modeling

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. 

3D Printed Jack O Lantern

Teen 3D Modeling

Friday, October 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Technology & Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween & Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to learn the basics of Tinkercad. 

Writing Workshop

Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Calling all adult aspiring Writers and Wordsmiths! Are you a new writer in search of support and encouragement? Have you already started down the writing path but repeatedly e...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Calling all adult aspiring Writers and Wordsmiths! 

Toddler Tales

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Tales:

For ages 2 to 3 1/2 Join Ms. Shannon for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting ...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

For ages 2 to 3 1/2
Join Ms. Shannon for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Bodies in Motion

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Bodies in Motion:

For ages 3 to 5Get movin' and groovin' with Ms.  Shannon in this program perfect for your little wigglers. Registration is required for each session for each child participati...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

For ages 3 to 5
Get movin' and groovin' with Ms.  Shannon in this program perfect for your little wigglers. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. This is a movement class. Please wear sneakers!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Fabric lip balm holder keychain

Sew Creative

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Sew Creative:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a simple project. Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outsi...

Event Details:

October's project is a lip balm holder keychain.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a simple project. Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside the program. 

This program is intended for sewers who know how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and know the basic functions of how to use a sewing machine. All materials will be provided.

October's project is a lip balm holder keychain.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Fabric lip balm holder keychain

Sew Creative

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Sew Creative:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a simple project. Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outsi...

Event Details:

October's project is a lip balm holder keychain.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a simple project. Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside the program. 

This program is intended for sewers who know how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and know the basic functions of how to use a sewing machine. All materials will be provided.

October's project is a lip balm holder keychain.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Family Lego Night

Monday, October 28, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children
Family Lego Night:

Let's build with Legos! Working together as a family, only your imagination is the limit. Create and name your creation to be put on display in the Youth Services Department. Creat...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

Let's build with Legos! Working together as a family, only your imagination is the limit. Create and name your creation to be put on display in the Youth Services Department. Creations will stay almost until the following month's Lego night. Each creation will have a card with the name of the creation and the designer's first name and last initial. Please register each child participating.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Book Babies

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Book Babies:

For ages birth to 15 months In this 20 minute lapsit program, babies will begin to gain contact with language through stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Clap and sing along...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 5

For ages birth to 15 months
In this 20 minute lapsit program, babies will begin to gain contact with language through stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Clap and sing along to tunes while working on fine and gross motor skills and direction, following Ms. Patty's help. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Mother Goose

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Mother Goose Storytime:

For ages 1 to 2 ½ years Join Ms Patty for songs, fingerplays, and a story with your little one! Individual registration is required for each child participating. We are accepting ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Seats Remaining: 0

For ages 1 to 2 ½ years
Join Ms Patty for songs, fingerplays, and a story with your little one! Individual registration is required for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

We have designed this program for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child in this program. Drop-offs will not be permitted. 

Mystery Book Club for Adults

Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Mystery Book Club:

Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for Mystery Book Club - all are welcome! Zoom is available for those who prefer to meet virtually. 

Event Details:

This month's title is A Time to Kill by John Grisham.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us on the last Tuesday of the month for Mystery Book Club - all are welcome! Zoom is available for those who prefer to meet virtually. 

This month's title is A Time to Kill by John Grisham.