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Volunteen Board

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
VolunTEEN:

Meet with Ms. Shannon every month to help plan events and prepare for library activities. .Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN meeting is required to serve as a volunteer. Vol...

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

Meet with Ms. Shannon every month to help plan events and prepare for library activities. .

Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN meeting is required to serve as a volunteer. 

Volunteen meets the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. OR the First Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. No registration is required.

Costume Swap

Costume Swap

Saturday, October 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

It's back! Instead of purchasing new costumes each year, we are encouraging the community to swap their slightly used costumes to save resources, packaging, transportation costs, and money.

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

It's back! Instead of purchasing new costumes each year, we are encouraging the community to swap their slightly used costumes to save resources, packaging, transportation costs, and money.

Pumpkin Spice Bingo

Monday, October 6, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
All Ages

Join Ms. Linda as she engages you in several rounds of BINGO with a pumpkin-y twist you won't want to miss. Fun and prizes for the whole family! Register to save your spot.

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

Join Ms. Linda as she engages you in several rounds of BINGO with a pumpkin-y twist you won't want to miss. Fun and prizes for the whole family! Register to save your spot.

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. 

Teen Perler Beads

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Get creative with Perler beads. Perler beads, also known as fuse beads or Hama beads, are small, plastic beads that can be fused together with a household iron to create designs and crafts.

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

Get creative with Perler beads. Perler beads, also known as fuse beads or Hama beads, are small, plastic beads that can be fused together with a household iron to create designs and crafts.

High School Writers' Club

Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
High School Writing Group:

For Grades 9 to 12Join 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 regis...

Please note that the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

For Grades 9 to 12
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 the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

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.

Fall Used Book Bag Sale

Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale. 

Thursday, October 9, 6pm to 8pm - Early Bird Special - Fill a bag for $10 

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale. 

Thursday, October 9, 6pm to 8pm - Early Bird Special - Fill a bag for $10 

decorative image of pumpkins

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

All Day 10/10 - 10/24
Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens

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 between October 10-24. 

Must drop your pumpkin off by Friday, October 24.

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! You can drop your pumpkin off between October 10-24. 

Must drop your pumpkin off by Friday, October 24.

Fall Used Book Bag Sale

Friday, October 10, 2025 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale.  

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale.  

Fall Used Book Bag Sale

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale. 

Thursday, October 9, 6pm to 8pm - Early Bird Special - Fill a bag for $10 

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Visit the library lobby between Thursday, October 9 at 6pm through Saturday, October 11 at 2pm to find your next great read at this used book bag sale. 

Thursday, October 9, 6pm to 8pm - Early Bird Special - Fill a bag for $10 

Teen Trivia

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Civil War Footlocker

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Discover a Civil War soldier's life by exploring the equipment they carried and the experiences they went through. This presentation will be appropriate for grades 4 and up as well as adults.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover a Civil War soldier's life by exploring the equipment they carried and the experiences they went through. This presentation will be appropriate for grades 4 and up as well as adults.

Closing Early at 2pm for Program Setup

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Peters Township Public Library

The library will be closing at 2pm for setup for Boos, Brews & Books event.

Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library
Description:

The library will be closing at 2pm for setup for Boos, Brews & Books event.

High School Writers' Club

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
High School Writing Group:

For Grades 9 to 12Join 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 regis...

Please note that the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

For Grades 9 to 12
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 the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

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.

Teen Cricut Creations

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween and Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to create a unique mug. Sarah² will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Tween and Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to create a unique mug. Sarah² will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project.

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.

Civil War: The US Marine Corp

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join the National Museum of the Marine Corps for a virtual tour of our Defending the New Republic gallery, where we explore the Marine Corps’ role in the Civil War.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the National Museum of the Marine Corps for a virtual tour of our Defending the New Republic gallery, where we explore the Marine Corps’ role in the Civil War.

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.

Teen Junk Journaling

Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens

Get creative 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.

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

Get creative 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.

Railroad Ghost Stories

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults

Join historical reenactor Kenneth Serfass as he shares Railroad Ghost Stories days before Halloween. Kenneth, a Marine Corps veteran, will join as a train conductor and share inspired stories. Do you have a tale to tell?

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join historical reenactor Kenneth Serfass as he shares Railroad Ghost Stories days before Halloween. Kenneth, a Marine Corps veteran, will join as a train conductor and share inspired stories. Do you have a tale to tell?

Teen Taste Test Challenge: Halloween Candy

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Do you know some of your favorite Halloween treats? Stop in the Teen Room for a blind tasting and see if your tastebuds can guess what the treat is!

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

Do you know some of your favorite Halloween treats? Stop in the Teen Room for a blind tasting and see if your tastebuds can guess what the treat is!

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.

Volunteen Board

Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
VolunTEEN:

Meet with Ms. Shannon every month to help plan events and prepare for library activities. .Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN meeting is required to serve as a volunteer. Vol...

For the month of November, only the Saturday session will be available, due to the library closing early on Thursday, November 7. 

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

Meet with Ms. Shannon every month to help plan events and prepare for library activities. .

Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN meeting is required to serve as a volunteer. 

Volunteen meets the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. OR the First Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. No registration is required.

For the month of November, only the Saturday session will be available, due to the library closing early on Thursday, November 7. 

Embroidery Machine Basics

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Embroidery Machine Basics:

Sign up for a 1-1 session to learn how to use the Makerspace's Baby Lock Aventura II Embroidery Machine. During this 45-minute session, you will learn the ins and outs of the embro...

Registration for this program opens on 10/20/25 at 3:30 pm.

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Event Details:

Sign up for a 1-1 session to learn how to use the Makerspace's Baby Lock Aventura II Embroidery Machine. During this 45-minute session, you will learn the ins and outs of the embroidery machine and complete a small embroidery project to take home with you. 

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

Registration for this program opens on 10/20/25 at 3:30 pm.

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.

Teen 3D Pen Art

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens

Join us to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost instantly into a solid, stable structure, allowing for the free-hand creation of three-dimensional objects.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle that cools almost instantly into a solid, stable structure, allowing for the free-hand creation of three-dimensional objects.

High School Writers' Club

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
High School Writing Group:

For Grades 9 to 12Join 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 regis...

Please note that the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

For Grades 9 to 12
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 the second meeting of each month is a self-moderated, teen-only meeting. Ms. Beth attends the meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.

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 & Middle School Writers' Club

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

For Grades 4 to 8Whether 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...

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

For Grades 4 to 8
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. 

 

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.

Social Services Office Hours

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Conference Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Social Services Office Hours

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

Social Services Office Hours