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Tween Maker Monday

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens

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.

Chess with a Champion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

For Grades 4 to 6
Ms. Linda will be meeting you in the library for this book discussion! The first five registrants get a free copy of the book.  Individual registration is required for each tween participating. We are accepting 12 tweens for this program.

This month's title selection is Chirp by Kate Messner. 

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.

eResource Exploration: JobNow

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Makerspace
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Technology, Virtual Programs
Registration 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.

Summer Reading Kick Off

11:30am - 1:30pm
All First Floor
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. 

Tween Writers' Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens

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.

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.

TweenMade Paper Flowers

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come create paper flowers out of recycled books and household materials!

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.

Building Blocks of Engineering

10:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities using Keva planks--simple yet versatile wooden building blocks. 

Carnegie Science Center: Planets

11:30am - 12:15pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Blast off through space and time with the Carnegie Science Center's digital SkyBox planetarium!

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 Maker Monday

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
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.

Tie-Dye

2:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoors
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for another tie-dye time at the library! 

Swing by anytime from 2-7 p.m. on Tuesday or Wednesday and we will be outside with tie-dye supplies 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. 

Middle School Writers' Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens

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.

Chess with a Champion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16

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.

Adventures in the Movies : Up!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Adventure is out there....and it begins at the library! 

Join us for popcorn, coloring, and a showing of Disney's "Up."

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.

Tie-Dye

2:00pm - 7:00pm
Outdoors
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Outdoors
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for another tie-dye time at the library! Swing by anytime from 2-7 pm on Tuesday or Wednesday and we will be outside with tie-dye supplies 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. 

Building Blocks of Engineering

10:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting exploration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities using Keva planks -- simple yet versatile wooden building blocks.

Mario Kart Tournaments

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Looking for some summer gaming fun?  Come meet up with friends for a Mario Kart tournament!

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 Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

For Grades 4 to 6
Ms. Linda will be meeting you in the library for this book discussion! The first five registrants get a free copy of the book.  Individual registration is required for each tween participating. We are accepting 12 tweens for this program.

June's Book: The Thing About Jellyfish by Ali Benjamin

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.

Super Smash Bros Tournament

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Come meet up with friends for a Super Smash Bros Tournament! 

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.

4th of July Bingo

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Begin your 4th of July holiday week celebrating the land of the free. Join Ms. Linda for an evening of old-fashioned, fun BINGO. We will play several rounds of BINGO while we kick back laugh and have fun. Oh and by the way...win prizes. 

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 Writing Group

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room
Cancelled
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens

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.

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.