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Paper Engineering

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Tweens

Join us for an exciting exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities with circuits. 

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities with circuits. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Macrame Key Chains

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Macramé is a form of textile art produced using knotting techniques, rather than weaving or knitting. 

Join us as we make a stylish and functional accessory using the different knot styles.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Macramé is a form of textile art produced using knotting techniques, rather than weaving or knitting. 

Join us as we make a stylish and functional accessory using the different knot styles.

This event is in the "Tweens" group

PTPL Mathletes

Friday, July 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Tweens

A fun, competitive program where participants solve math challenges and puzzles, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and a love for math.

Perfect for building math skills in an interactive and engaging way.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

A fun, competitive program where participants solve math challenges and puzzles, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and a love for math.

Perfect for building math skills in an interactive and engaging way.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Mingo Park Summer Reading Event

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 2:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, All Ages

Join the Washington County Libraries for a summer reading extravaganza at Mingo Creek Park! Enjoy booths from your favorite libraries, snacks, and prizes. A performance by Haberman Magic will be held at noon. 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, All Ages
Event Details:

Join the Washington County Libraries for a summer reading extravaganza at Mingo Creek Park! Enjoy booths from your favorite libraries, snacks, and prizes. A performance by Haberman Magic will be held at noon. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writing Workshop

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Writing Workshop:

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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required

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 experience creative drought? Or perhaps you’d like to develop solid writing skills or find the perfect inspiration before taking another step on your writing journey. 

Join us for our Writers’ Group devoted to those who are relatively new to the craft of writing and would like to develop their skills, or to those who have just dabbled in writing but would like to take a deeper dive. 

We’ll explore various topics, including how to find your creative flow, build effective writing habits, and create momentum in your writing. Whether it’s working with writing prompts, learning tips and tricks from the masters, or sharing your writing in a supportive and enthusiastic environment, let’s honor that talent and discover where creativity (and practice) can lead us!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to Canva

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
2nd Floor Computers at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn the fundamentals of Canva, a user-friendly graphic design tool.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Computers
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn the fundamentals of Canva, a user-friendly graphic design tool.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Memory Lab Orientation

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Memory Lab at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Lab
Age Group:
Adults

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Lab
Registration Required
Event Details:

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

This event is in the "Children" group

Toddler Tales

Monday, July 28, 2025 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 1/2Join Ms. Shannon for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. 

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

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Memory Lab Orientation

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Memory Lab at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Memory Lab
Age Group:
Adults

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Lab
Registration Required
Event Details:

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

This event is in the "Children" group

Bodies in Motion

Monday, July 28, 2025 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...

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

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. 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. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sew Creative

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, 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...

July's project is an embroidered fabric bookmark.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
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.

July's project is an embroidered fabric bookmark.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Sew Creative

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, 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...

July's project is an embroidered fabric bookmark.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
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.

July's project is an embroidered fabric bookmark.

This event is in the "Children" group

Family Lego Night

Monday, July 28, 2025 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
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Book Babies

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 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 monthsIn this 20 minute lapsit program, babies will begin to gain contact with language through stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Clap and sing along t...

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

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Mother Goose Storytime

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 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 yearsJoin Ms Patty for songs, fingerplays, and a story with your little one! Individual registration is required for each child participating. 

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

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Mystery Book Club

Tuesday, July 29, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs, Library 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. 

July's Title: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Library Clubs
Registration Required
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. 

July's Title: Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn

This event is in the "Children" group

Tiny Tunes

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 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...

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

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
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.&nbs...

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

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. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

World War II Discussion Group

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History, Library Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
World War II Discussion Group:

Last Wednesday of the Month, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.A monthly discussion series featuring topics about World War II. New members are always welcome. 

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Library Clubs

Last Wednesday of the Month, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
A monthly discussion series featuring topics about World War II. New members are always welcome. 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Drop-In Chess

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Teens stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons all summer long to play chess with a fellow chess enthusiast. 

NOTE: No instruction will be provided, players should know basic chess gameplay.

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Teens stop by the library on Wednesday afternoons all summer long to play chess with a fellow chess enthusiast. 

NOTE: No instruction will be provided, players should know basic chess gameplay.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Death Doula 101

Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Join Lynne, Certified Death Doula, as she shares the importance of advanced planning for the inevitable.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Lynne, Certified Death Doula, as she shares the importance of advanced planning for the inevitable.

This event is in the "Children" group

Crayon Box Storytime

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Join Ms Linda & Ms Patty at this colorful crayon box storytime for four to six-year-olds.

Each storytime will bring with it a different crayon box color theme. A crayon a day...keeps the kids having fun at play!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Ms Linda & Ms Patty at this colorful crayon box storytime for four to six-year-olds.

Each storytime will bring with it a different crayon box color theme. A crayon a day...keeps the kids having fun at play!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Family Pizza and Movie Night

Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Adults

Join us for a pizza and movie night at the library! 

We will be reading and then watching "Harold and the Purple Crayon" as part of our Color Your World summer reading theme. 

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

Join us for a pizza and movie night at the library! 

We will be reading and then watching "Harold and the Purple Crayon" as part of our Color Your World summer reading theme. 

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. 

Food Allergies

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

This event is in the "Children" group

Color Our World Magic Show

Friday, August 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children

The “Be Creative and Color Our World” Magic Show presented by Magician Professor Steve is lots of fun! With a mix of magic, imagination, and creativity it will be a good time for everyone.

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

The “Be Creative and Color Our World” Magic Show presented by Magician Professor Steve is lots of fun! With a mix of magic, imagination, and creativity it will be a good time for everyone.