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Teen Junk Journaling

Tuesday, July 22, 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.

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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.

Teen Cricut Creations

Wednesday, July 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 learn how to use the Cricut to make a layered paper shadowbox project! 

Upcoming
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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 learn how to use the Cricut to make a layered paper shadowbox project! 

Teen Drop-In Chess

Wednesday, July 23, 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.

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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.

College Essay Writing 101

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join library intern Lily Marchand and college essay consultant Beth May for this intro to essay writing workshop.

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join library intern Lily Marchand and college essay consultant Beth May for this intro to essay writing workshop.

Teen Taste Test Challenge

Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

How well do you know some of your favorite snacks? 

Stop in the Teen Room for a blind tasting and see if your tastebuds can guess what the treat is! 

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

How well do you know some of your favorite snacks? 

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.

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.

Upcoming
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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.

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...

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

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.

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.

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...

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

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.

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 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.

View Details
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.

Volunteen Board

Saturday, August 2, 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...

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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.

High School Writers' Club

Tuesday, August 5, 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.

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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.

The Selection Book Club

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:15pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teen Drop-In Chess

Wednesday, August 6, 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.

View Details
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.

Tween & Middle School Writers' Club

Wednesday, August 6, 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
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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.

3D Printing Intro

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
3D Printing Intro:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn about 3D printing. During this interactive presentation, you will learn how 3D printers work, see 3D printed objects,...

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

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn about 3D printing. During this interactive presentation, you will learn how 3D printers work, see 3D printed objects, and discuss how you can access and use the 3D printers in our Makerspace!

Volunteen Board

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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...

View Details
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.

Watermelon Picnic

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Outdoors at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Bring your home-grown watermelons back to the Watermelon Picnic! 

Upcoming
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Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bring your home-grown watermelons back to the Watermelon Picnic! 

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 Trivia

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Teens

Upcoming
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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.

Teen Drop-In Chess

Wednesday, August 13, 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.

View Details
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.

High School Writers' Club

Tuesday, August 19, 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.

View Details
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.

Art in the Park @PT Farmers Market

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

PTPL @the Washington Wild Things

Sunday, August 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages

It is PT Community Night with the Washington Wild Things! Wear your tie dye and help us pack the stadium for a night of fun! 

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

It is PT Community Night with the Washington Wild Things! Wear your tie dye and help us pack the stadium for a night of fun! 

Teen Junk Journaling

Tuesday, August 26, 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
View Details
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.

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