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art in the park

Art in the Park @PT Farmers Market

Wednesday, June 18, 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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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us at the PT Farmers Market this summer for some Art in the Park! 

water safety storytime with bubbles the fish

Water Safety Storytime

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children
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Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's time for splishing and splashing! Get your little one ready for summer with some water safety tips. Join us for an interactive storytime and presentation done in partnership with Goldfish Swim School.

harmony in the wild

Harmony in the Wild

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program--Harmony in the Wild: Peaceful Coexistence with Wildlife--is designed for adults, gardeners, and nature lovers. 

history trivia

US History Trivia

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

History

Age Group:

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

Join us for popcorn and US Trivia right before the 4th of July! 

Questions will cover from Colonial America to the Modern Era. 

Casual fans and history buffs are all invited. You can play individually or as a team.

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Learn to Draw

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use highlights and shadows to bring artwork to life. 

Each week we will create a different masterpiece using color pencils. Classes are fun but informative. 

Must register for each week separately.

Rainbows in Flight by the National Aviary

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover how important colors are to the animal world by exploring the huge variety in feathers--from the bright colors of a parrot to the muted camouflage of an owl. 

Habitats by the National Aviary

11:00am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

From the frigid arctic to arid deserts, birds can be found in nearly every habitat on Earth! 

Learn what an animal needs to survive in different habitats and how birds can thrive in even the most extreme environments. 

Intermediate Chess

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

Art in the Park @PT Farmers Market

4:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities
Event Details:

Join us at the PT Farmers Market this summer for some Art in the Park! 

American Girl Book Club

6:30pm–7:15pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
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. 

Water Safety Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's time for splishing and splashing! Get your little one ready for summer with some water safety tips. Join us for an interactive storytime and presentation done in partnership with Goldfish Swim School.

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. 

Learn to Draw

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use highlights and shadows to bring artwork to life. 

Each week we will create a different masterpiece using color pencils. Classes are fun but informative. 

Must register for each week separately.

Family Lego Night

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Let's build with Legos! Working together as a family, only your imagination is the limit. Create and name your creation to be put on display in the Youth Services Department. Creations will stay almost until the following month's Lego night. Each creation will have a card with the name of the creation and the designer's first name and last initial. Please register each child participating.

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. 

Ice Cream in a Bag

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

No fancy ice cream maker? No problem! 

Join us as we make delicious homemade ice cream without any special gadgets. We will be using plastic baggies and a few ingredients. 

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.

Inky's Library Mystery presented by Pittsburgh Puppet Works

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Inky the Cat and Albert the Dog on their thrilling adventure as they attempt to solve the Mystery of the Purrrsburg 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. 

Mom and Me DIY Weird Barbie

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Teen Room
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Normally your mom doesn't want you to cut Barbie's hair or paint her face, but come to the library and "beautify" one of our Barbies! 

Moms are welcome to create a Barbie too!

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. 

Closed for PT Community Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Toddler Tales

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 2 to 3 1/2
Join Ms. Shannon for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. 

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. 

Bodies in Motion

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 3 to 5
Get movin' and groovin' with Ms.  Shannon in this program perfect for your little wigglers. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. This is a movement class. Please wear sneakers!

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. 

Learn to Draw

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use highlights and shadows to bring artwork to life. 

Each week we will create a different masterpiece using color pencils. Classes are fun but informative. 

Must register for each week separately.

20-Day Drawing Challenge

All Day
Children, Tweens
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Attention young artists! Challenge yourself to a daily drawing task from July 1-20. 

Pick up your FREE mini sketch book and get ready to draw. 

Book Babies

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages birth to 15 months
In this 20 minute lapsit program, babies will begin to gain contact with language through stories, songs, rhymes, and finger plays. Clap and sing along to tunes while working on fine and gross motor skills and direction, following Ms. Patty's help. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

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. 

Mother Goose Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 1 to 2 ½ years
Join Ms Patty for songs, fingerplays, and a story with your little one! Individual registration is required for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

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. 

Tiny Tunes

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 3 to 5
Music makes everything better! Join Ms. Linda for casual music time. We will work with rhythm instruments, learn songs, and make a parade. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. 

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. 

Preschool Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 3 1/2 to 5
Join Ms. Linda and explore different stories with a theme-related activity and craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program.

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. 

Closed for Independence Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

First Steps and First Stories

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

Toddler Tales

10:00am–10:30am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

For ages 2 to 3 1/2
Join Ms. Shannon for stories, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. Registration is required for each session for each child participating. We are accepting 15 children for this program. 

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.