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Tween Writers' Club

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
Tween Writing Group:

For Grades 4 to 5Whether you're brand-new to creative writing or a seasoned story-writer, the PTPL Writer's Club is for you! Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and conne...

Event Details:

Please note that this meeting will be our annual Holiday Party!Each tween is asked to bring a wrapped new or gently used favorite book for a white elephant book exchange, and a fav...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Details:

For Grades 4 to 5
Whether you're brand-new to creative writing or a seasoned story-writer, the PTPL Writer's Club is for you! Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and connect with peer writers. Bring a pen and paper or a laptop and any work you're interested in sharing. No registration necessary.

Please note that this meeting will be our annual Holiday Party!

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 bells

Jubilee Ringers

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing hour of beautiful holiday bell music presented by the Jubilee Ringers of Trinity United Methodist Church. Registration is not required; all ages are inv...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a relaxing hour of beautiful holiday bell music presented by the Jubilee Ringers of Trinity United Methodist Church. 

Holiday Kick-Off

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Santa is making his list and checking it twice in hopes of make a special visit to Peters Township before the big night. Kick off the holiday season at the Community Recreation Cen...

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

Santa is making his list and checking it twice in hopes of make a spe

Remembering Pearl Harbor

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Multipurpose & Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

"...a day which will live in infamy..."Join us to remember the devastating events of December 7, 1941, through personal stories of family members of Glenn Flickinger and Sydney Kra...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multipurpose & Lobby
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

"...a day which will live in infamy..."

Join us to remember the devastating events of December 7, 1941, through personal stories of family members of Glenn Flickinger and Sydney Krawiec. 

Family Ornament Night

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Add some sparkle to your holiday traditions with Miss Linda. Make special ornaments for the whole family for the holidays!

Full
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Add some sparkle to your holiday traditions with Miss Linda. Make special ornaments for the whole family for the holidays!

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. 

Tween Mini Book Ornament

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Join Ms. Sarah to create this unique decoration using clear ornament globes filled with mini books!This custom "year of books" ornament is the perfect way to commemorate all the re...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Ms. Sarah to create this unique decoration using clear ornament globes filled with mini books!

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.

Tween Gamers

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Bring a friend and join us in the teen room for an open gaming time. Gaming systems that will be available include XBox, PS5, Game Cube, Switch, N64, and PS3. Gaming sele...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Bring a friend and join us in the teen room for an open gaming time. 

Gaming systems that will be available include XBox, PS5, Game Cube, Switch, N64, and PS3. 

Gaming selection will be based on order of registration.

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.

Tween Maker Monday

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

For grades 4 to 6Work with your friends on different STEAM-based DIY activities. This is a self-paced, learn-as-you-go activity. We will provide a light afternoon snack.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

For grades 4 to 6
Work with your friends on different STEAM-based DIY activities. This is a self-paced, learn-as-you-go activity. We will provide a light afternoon snack.

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.

Middle School Writers' Club

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens
Middle School Writing Group:

For Grades 6 to 8Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and connect with peer writers. Bring a pen and paper or a laptop and any work you're interested in sharing. No regist...

Event Details:

Please note that this meeting will be our annual Holiday Party!Each writer is asked to bring a wrapped new or gently used favorite book for a white elephant book exchange, and a fa...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Event Details:

For Grades 6 to 8
Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and connect with peer writers. Bring a pen and paper or a laptop and any work you're interested in sharing. No registration is necessary.

Please note that this meeting will be our annual Holiday Party!

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.

Chess with a Champion

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Chess with a Champion:

For grades 1 to 6Frank Gavlak, our local chess expert, is ready to share the basics of how to play chess. He will be sharing basic chess play techniques and skills to make your gam...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10

For grades 1 to 6

Frank Gavlak, our local chess expert, is ready to share the basics of how to play chess. He will be sharing basic chess play techniques and skills to make your game even better. A library staff member will be assisting during each session. Registration is required for each child participating. We ask that an adult remain in the library during this program.

Tween Book Club

Thursday, December 19, 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:

December's book is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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.  

December's book is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.

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.

American Girl Book Club

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

Join us each month for a new book club featuring books from the American Girl series! Come to the book club having read the title and be prepared to discuss the book. We will ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us each month for a new book club featuring books from the American Girl series! 

Holiday Friendship Bracelet Making

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

Everyone ages 8 and up are welcome to stop by the teen room and create friendship bracelets using multiple forms of materials while we enjoy holiday movies. All materials will...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Everyone ages 8 and up are welcome to stop by the teen room and create friendship bracelets using multiple forms of materials while we enjoy holiday movies. 

All materials will be provided for you. 

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. 

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Tween Movie

Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Stay warm as you watch a winter movie in the teen room. Free popcorn will be provided. We will be watching Mr. Popper's Penguins. No need to register, just drop in!

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

Stay warm as you watch a winter movie in the teen room. Free popcorn will be provided. We will be watching Mr. Popper's Penguins. 

No need to register, just drop in!

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.

Closing Early for New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Peters Township Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Tween Junk Journaling

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Kick off the year by trying something new and join us for Junk Journaling. This is a type of art journaling that involves making a book using a variety of found and recycled m...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Kick off the year by trying something new and join us for Junk Journaling. 

This is a type of art journaling that involves making a book using a variety of found and recycled materials. 

All materials will be provided.

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.

Tween Polymer Clay Class

Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

If you want to try your hand at making Dragon Eyes, or trendy polymer clay earrings, or maybe just create your own items-- join us at the library and get creative! We will hav...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

If you want to try your hand at making Dragon Eyes, or trendy polymer clay earrings, or maybe just create your own items-- join us at the library and get creative! 

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.

Beginner Chess

Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens
Event Details:

The class is for 1st through 6th graders who have never played or who would like to learn chess.Topics covered include: how the chess pieces move, how to set up the board, how to c...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

The class is for 1st through 6th graders who have never played or who would like to learn chess.

Topics covered include: how the chess pieces move, how to set up the board, how to castle and how to promote pawns.

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. 

Device Drop-In

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by the library to get hands-on, personalized assistance navigating your device. We can show you a library e-Resource like Libby or Hoopla, help you set up a new email, teach y...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Stop by the library to get hands-on, personalized assistance navigating your device. We can show you a library e-Resource like Libby or Hoopla, help you set up a new email, teach you the basics of Microsoft Word, and more!

Tween Trivia - Animals

Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Bring your team or play alone and test your knowledge of all things Animals. So can you answer -- What is the largest bird in the world by wingspan? What is the largest living...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Bring your team or play alone and test your knowledge of all things Animals. 

So can you answer -- What is the largest bird in the world by wingspan? What is the largest living species of lizard?

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.

Middle School Writers' Club

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens
Middle School Writing Group:

For Grades 6 to 8Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and connect with peer writers. Bring a pen and paper or a laptop and any work you're interested in sharing. No regist...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens

For Grades 6 to 8
Join Ms. Beth to discuss the craft of writing and connect with peer writers. Bring a pen and paper or a laptop and any work you're interested in sharing. No registration is necessary.

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.

3D Modeling: Tweens

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, 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 ...

Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

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