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Tween Mini Libraries

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

We will be creating our own miniature libraries using recycled tin boxes, scrapbook pages, and old books. 

Join us to create your own pocket-sized library!

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 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

Enjoy working with your friends on different STEAM-based DIY activities. This after-school program is a self-paced, learn-as-you-go activity. We will have a light snack for you.

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 - Books

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

Trivia is back! As requested, this month we will be competing to show off your book knowledge!

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.

Intermediate Chess

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
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
Event Details:

For 1st - 6th graders who already know the basics of chess (how the pieces move, castling, etc). 

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

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.

American Girl Book Club

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

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

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. 

Mini Golf

10:00am - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
All Library
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: All Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Mini Golf at the Library is back! 

Register your family or group by calling the Youth Services Desk to reserve your tee time. Reservations are recommended and walk-ins cannot be guaranteed a 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. 

Tween Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
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
Join Ms. Linda for this after-school program! Enjoy a discussion on the selected book, an activity and a snack. The first five registrants get a free copy of the book.  

March's book is a Pittsburgh book!! Sneakers & Snoopers is written by local authors Cristina Rouvalis & Lydia Wayman.

 

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 3D Pen Art

11:00am - 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: 8
Event Details:

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

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 Legos

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

You are never too old for Legos! Join us and let your imagination take off. 

All Legos 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.

Easter Egg Hunt

12:00pm - 12:15pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

It's that time of year when the Easter Bunny stops by the Peters Township Public Library and hides eggs--let's look for them!

There will be three times to choose from: 12-12:15, 1-1:15, and 2-2:15 p.m. 

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.

Easter Egg Hunt

1:00pm - 1:15pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

It's that time of year when the Easter Bunny stops by the Peters Township Public Library and hides eggs--let's look for them!

There will be three times to choose from: 12-12:15, 1-1:15, and 2-2:15 p.m. 

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.

Easter Egg Hunt

2:00pm - 2:15pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Lobby
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

It's that time of year when the Easter Bunny stops by the Peters Township Public Library and hides eggs--let's look for them!

There will be three times to choose from: 12-12:15, 1-1:15, and 2-2:15 p.m. 

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

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Teen Room
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 your team or play alone and test your knowledge. 

Trivia categorize will change monthly and will be done using Kahoot!

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 & Teen Writing Contest Reception

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Join us as we unveil the winners of our 2025 PTPL Writing Contest! 

Each writer will be recognized, and the winners will be invited to read their entries. 

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.

Beginner Chess

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
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
Event Details:

The class is for 1st through 6th graders who have never played or who would like to learn chess.

Topics covered include: how the chess pieces move, how to set up the board, how to castle and how to promote pawns.

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. 

Intermediate Chess

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
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
Event Details:

For 1st - 6th graders who already know the basics of chess (how the pieces move, castling, etc). 

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

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 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

Enjoy working with your friends on different STEAM-based DIY activities. This after-school program is a self-paced, learn-as-you-go activity. We will have a light snack for you.

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 Junk Journaling

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

Tween Book Club

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
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
Join Ms. Linda for this after-school program! Enjoy a discussion on the selected book, an activity and a snack. The first five registrants get a free copy of the book.  

April's book is The Secret Zoo by Bryan Chick.

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 Legos

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

You are never too old for Legos! Join us and let your imagination take off. 

All Legos 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.

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.