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Thursday Activities and Social Club

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities, Library Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Thursday Activities and Social Club:

Come to the library for an afternoon of activities and socializing. Bring a friend or come and make a new one!Put together a puzzle, color, play cards or a board game, or just...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Library Clubs

Come to the library for an afternoon of activities and socializing. Bring a friend or come and make a new one!

Put together a puzzle, color, play cards or a board game, or just chat. Materials, games and puzzles provided.

All are welcome, and registration is not required.

Spiral pot with a plant growing in it.

3D Modeling: Plant Pot

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn the basics of Tinkercad, a 3D modeling software. Tinkercad is a free, online 3D modeling program that uses the constr...

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

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn the basics of Tinkercad, a 3D modeling software.

decorative image of trail map

Montour Trail History & Future

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come learn about this Pennsylvania Gem! Be introduced to the Trail, its history, present status, and future projects, as well as little known facts. This program is presented by Th...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Come learn about this Pennsylvania Gem! Be introduced to the Trail, its history, present status, and future projects, as well as little known facts. This program is presented by The Montour Trail Council Speakers Bureau with Mark Imgrund and Dr.

decorative image of plants for sale

Plant Sale

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Outdoors at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library, rain or shine, for the Giant Oaks Garden Club Annual Plant Sale and Garden Market. This event is one of the fundraisers the club conducts to raise mone...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library, rain or shine, for the Giant Oaks Garden Club Annual Plant Sale and Garden Market. 

Table Talk

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Bring your morning coffee or tea and join friends for a casual discussion group at the library. Each month will feature a different topic for you to share and discuss. Registr...

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

Bring your morning coffee or tea and join friends for a casual discussion group at the library. Each month will feature a different topic for you to share and discuss. 

Registration is NOT required to attend!

Monday Matinee

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Activities
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us once a month for a Matinee Movie showing. Enjoy a feature film and popcorn. Registration is required to reserve your seat and ensure we have enough popcorn.May's Feature Fi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us once a month for a Matinee Movie showing. Enjoy a feature film and popcorn. Registration is required to reserve your seat and ensure we have enough popcorn.

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.

Fabric rubber backed jar opener.

Sew Creative

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a fabric rubber backed jar opener for those stubborn lids! Participants will also learn how they can ac...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a fabric rubber backed jar opener for those stubborn lids! Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside the program. 

Gentle Grief Group

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Please join Lynne Ireland-Knight, a certified Death Doula, in a supportive environment to process and share our grief experiences.There is no registration for this group. 

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

Please join Lynne Ireland-Knight, a certified Death Doula, in a supportive environment to process and share our grief experiences.

There is no registration for this group. 

Fabric rubber backed jar opener.

Sew Creative

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create  a fabric rubber backed jar opener for those stubborn lids! Participants will also learn how they ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create  a fabric rubber backed jar opener for those stubborn lids!

Wool felted frog

Needle Felting

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felte...

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

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felted frog. 

Stamp Club

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Conference Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Library Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Stamp Club:

Third Tuesday of the MonthNew members are always welcome to come share stamps and peruse the collections of other philatelists at our monthly meetings. The Stamp Club does not...

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Clubs

Third Tuesday of the Month
New members are always welcome to come share stamps and peruse the collections of other philatelists at our monthly meetings. 
The Stamp Club does not offer appraisals or purchase collections. For more information about buying and selling stamps, visit the American Philatelic Society website at https://stamps.org/services/buy-and-sell.

Trivia Takeover

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Off Site
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The library is taking over trivia at Monday's Brewing. Join staff from the library as we work through several rounds of trivia questions. Build a team and test your knowledge of va...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The library is taking over trivia at Monday's Brewing. Join staff from the library as we work through several rounds of trivia questions. Build a team and test your knowledge of various bookish topics.

Designing A Deer-Resistant Garden

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Designing a Deer Resistant GardenCome learn about plants and tricks to save your yard from the deer. This program is presented by Dr. Mark Miller. Dr. Miller is the Education &...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Required
Seats Remaining: 32
Event Details:

Designing a Deer Resistant Garden

Come learn about plants and tricks to save your yard from the deer. This program is presented by Dr. Mark Miller. Dr. Miller is the Education & Exhibits Director at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. 

Wool felted frog

Needle Felting

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felte...

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:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felted frog. 

Beanstack Basics & Summer Reading Preview

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come learn about Summer Reading at PTPL. Staff will preview Summer Reading Challenges, exciting activities and programs, and show you how to get started on the Beanstack App or onl...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

Come learn about Summer Reading at PTPL. Staff will preview Summer Reading Challenges, exciting activities and programs, and show you how to get started on the Beanstack App or online.

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.

3D lizard and "3D Pen" written in 3D letters created with 3D Pen.

3D Pen Art

Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens. A 3D pen extrudes heated plastic from the pen's nozzle  that cools al...

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

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to create 3D designs using the Makerspace's 3D Pens.

Writing Workshop

Saturday, May 25, 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: 2
Event Details:

Calling all adult aspiring Writers and Wordsmiths!

Mystery Book Club for Adults

Tuesday, May 28, 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:

We are discussing Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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. 

We are discussing Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson.

eResource Exploration: JobNow

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Makerspace at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Technology, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Explore JobNow, the newest e-resource provided by the Peters Township Public Library! JobNow features expert resume assistance, live interview preparation, career coaching, career ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Technology, Virtual Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Explore JobNow, the newest e-resource provided by the Peters Township Public Library! JobNow features expert resume assistance, live interview preparation, career coaching, career resources, and more.

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.

May's Discussion Topic: War in the Balkans

World War II Discussion Group

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 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 p.m. A monthly discussion series featuring topics about World War II. New members are always welcome. 

Event Details:

May's Discussion Topic: War in the Balkans

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

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

May's Discussion Topic: War in the Balkans

Sit & Fit

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

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
Event Details:

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. 

decorative image of old card catalog

New in the Archives

Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
History, Virtual Programs
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come meet PTPL's new archivist and hear about what's new and exciting in the archives. Recent donations of records created by the Peters Township Society of Farm Women and by the H...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Virtual Programs
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Come meet PTPL's new archivist and hear about what's new and exciting in the archives. Recent donations of records created by the Peters Township Society of Farm Women and by the Hackett Giants Baseball Club will be on display.

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.

Summer Reading Kick Off

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
All First Floor at Peters Township Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Age Group:
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Readers of all ages (birth to adult) are welcome to join us at the library as we kick off this year's summer reading program--"Adventure Begins at Your Library"! This is the f...

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

Readers of all ages (birth to adult) are welcome to join us at the library as we kick off this year's summer reading program--"Adventure Begins at Your 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.