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Animal Fair

10:00am - 12:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
All First Floor
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: All First Floor
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Love animals? Join a variety of pet rescues and organizations, as well as pet vendors, and help us celebrate our animal friends at the library! 

Hobbit Day Celebration

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Reading Room
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

The PTPL Hobbit Day Celebration has been canceled. It is hoped that it will be rescheduled in the future. Thank you all for your understanding.

 

eResource Exploration

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Makerspace
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Explore one of the free e-resources provided by the Peters Township Public Library! Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn will teach you how to access the e-resource and navigate through its features. If attending virtually, you will be provided a Zoom link via email.

In this edition of eResource Exploration we will take a look at Flipster; the library's free resource for reading magazines on any mobile device.

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.

Tween Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

September's book is Dewey The Library Cat: A True Story by Vicki Myron

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 Archives Month Celebration - Lobby Display

All Day 10/1 - 10/12
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

October is American Archives Month. Join us to celebrate all the PTPL Archives has to offer. 

Tween Writers' Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
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.

Tween Trivia - Harry Potter

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
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.

Costume Swap Drop Off

5:00pm - 7:45pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
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. 

Costume Swap Drop Off

1:00pm - 3:45pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
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. 

Costume Swap

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Pumpkin Decorating Contest

All Day 10/10 - 10/25
Children, Tweens, Teens
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! 

The Great PT Bake-Off

10:00am - 11:00am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Test your own baking prowess by bringing a prepared dessert to the library! Participants of all ages are welcome to bring cookies, bars, or cupcakes for our guest judges to taste for this baking contest.

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.

Pittsburgh Classical Guitar Society Ensemble

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 96
Event Details:

Music lovers of all ages are invited to come and enjoy an afternoon of folk music from around the world as well as Late Renaissance dance music presented by the Pittsburgh Classical Guitar Society Guitar Ensemble. 

Middle School Writers' Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
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.

Tween Gamers

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

American Girl Book Club

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

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

Tween Maker Monday

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
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.

Tween Sweet Treats: Hidden Sprinkle Surprise Cookies

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
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.

Tween Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9

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.

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.

Pumpkin Painting

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

Save the mess at home and come decorate a pumpkin at the library! 

All materials INCLUDING one pumpkin per person. Participants are allowed to bring additional pumpkins to decorate but only one will be provided by the 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 3D Modeling

10:30am - 12:00pm
Tweens
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration 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. 

Closed Early for Trick or Treat

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Tween Writers' Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
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.

WWI Footlocker

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Discover a World War I soldier's life by exploring the equipment they carried and the experiences they went through.