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Mini Tree

Mini Tree Decorating

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teen Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your own mini Christmas tree for your room or to give as a gift. All materials, including the tree, will be provided.

Civil War Ornaments

Civil War: Christmas Ornaments

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, History

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Dani & Syd for a brief historical talk about Christmastime traditions and activities during the Civil War. Participants will be able to make Christmas ornaments inspired by the history.

Carols

Community Carols

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family, All Ages
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults, Family, All Ages
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Carolers of all ages are welcome to come this sing-a-long! Join us as we sing some popular carols together before we close for two days. Stay the whole time or just stop by for a bit. 

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Holiday Book Sale

All Day 11/26–1/5
All Ages
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Event Details:

Our annual Holiday Book Sale will be held in the library lobby from November 26 through January 5. Grab some holiday favorites and purchase gifts for your loved ones.

Holiday Kick-Off

6:00pm–8:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Family
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Santa is making his list and checking it twice in hopes of make a spe

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. 

Volunteen Board

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

Meet with Ms. Shannon every month to help plan events and prepare for library activities. .

Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN meeting is required to serve as a volunteer. 

Volunteen meets the first Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. OR the First Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. No registration is required.

Mini Tree Decorating

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

Create your own mini Christmas tree for your room or to give as a gift. All materials, including the tree, will be provided.

Civil War: Christmas Ornaments

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Dani & Syd for a brief historical talk about Christmastime traditions and activities during the Civil War. Participants will be able to make Christmas ornaments inspired by the history.

Crafts for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Caregivers are required to stay through the duration of the program. 

Intro to Machine Sewing

1:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread the machine, wind a bobbin, replace the needle, and sew various stitches. You will also learn how to access the Makerspace's sewing machine to use independently. 

All materials will be provided. This program is intended for beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Intro to Machine Sewing

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread the machine, wind a bobbin, replace the needle, and sew various stitches. You will also learn how to access the Makerspace's sewing machine to use independently. 

All materials will be provided. This program is intended for beginners.

Disclaimer(s)

Makerspace Certificate

Successfully completing this program will earn you the Makerspace Certificate for the featured piece of equipment. Earning a Makerspace Certificate enables you to use the piece of equipment independently outside of a program or an appointment.

Beginner 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 through 6th graders who have never played or who would like to learn “how the chess pieces move; how to set up the board; how to castle; and how to promote pawns”, this course will teach you this and more.  

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. 

Roots Genealogy Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Library Clubs

Second Tuesday of the Month, 1pm-3pm
Share resources, information, and methods for exploring your family’s history. All are welcome.

Tween Trivia

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

Memory Lab Orientation

5:00pm–5:45pm
Adults
Memory Lab
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Lab
Registration Required
Event Details:

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

World War II

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program will be rescheduled.

 

Teen Trivia

6:30pm–7:15pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
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.

Memory Lab Orientation

7:00pm–7:45pm
Adults
Memory Lab
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Lab
Registration Required
Event Details:

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

Wild Kratts

12:15pm–12:45pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required

Wild Kratts Wednesday is the place to be! Pack a lunch and head to the library to watch a Wild Kratts episode. Take home a theme based information/activity package to further the experience. 

Register for each child participating. Walk-ins are not guaranteed a seat.

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. 

Memory Lab Orientation

1:00pm–1:45pm
Adults
Memory Lab
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Memory Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Memory Lab
Registration Required
Event Details:

A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.

Evening Book Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Reading Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Library Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on the second Wednesday of the month for Evening Book Club - all are welcome! Zoom is available for those who prefer to meet virtually. 

December's book is The Memory of Animals by Claire Fuller

Lensshooters Photography Club

6:30pm–7:45pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Clubs

All levels of experience are welcome to this monthly photography club. Share your photos with friends, participate in monthly photography challenges, and learn different techniques from various speakers. This monthly meeting is organized and presented by the Western Pennsylvania Lensshooters Association. 

Those Were the Days: Reliving the Past of Peters Township

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Cricut Creations

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided.

December's project is a winter or holiday themed shadow box.

Cricut Creations

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut to make a project! Sarah will guide you through learning the Design Space app, using the Cricut machine, and completing your project. 

All materials will be provided.

December's project is a winter or holiday themed shadow box.

Night with WQED

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Family
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for crafts, stories, and a special viewing of a beloved PBS Kids show! 

Registration is required for Children only. Accompanying adults do not need to register.

These programs are being done in partnership with WQED as part of our Inquire Within Grant, funded by Clearview Federal Union.

December's Show: Sesame Street Christmas

Registration is required for Children only. Accompanying adults do not need to register.

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.