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Trivia Takeover

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The library is taking over trivia at Monday's Brewing. Join staff from the library as we work through several rounds of trivia questions. Build a team and test your knowledge of various bookish topics.

Deer Resistant Garden

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Designing a Deer Resistant Garden

Come learn about plants and tricks to save your yard from the deer. This program is presented by Dr. Mark Miller. Dr. Miller is the Education & Exhibits Director at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden. 

Needle Felting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Needle felting is the process of transforming wool into 3D objects using a barbed needle. Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn to learn how to create a needle felted frog. 

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: 10
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.

VolunTEEN Decorate and Dine

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Calling all teens! We need your creativity to help transform our library for the 2024 Summer Reading Program. Join us to make decorations and earn volunteer service hours. A pizza dinner & other yummy snacks will be served.

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.

Beanstack Basics & Summer Reading Preview

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Come learn about Summer Reading at PTPL. Staff will preview Summer Reading Challenges, exciting activities and programs, and show you how to get started on the Beanstack App or online.

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.

3D Pen Art

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Makerspace
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

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

Writing Workshop

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Calling all adult aspiring Writers and Wordsmiths!

Mystery Book Club for Adults

1:30pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

We are discussing Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson.

eResource Exploration

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Makerspace
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: 10
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.

World War II Discussion Group

11:30am - 1:30pm
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Library Clubs

Last Wednesday of the Month, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
A monthly discussion series featuring topics about World War II. New members are always welcome. 

Sit & Fit

9:30am - 10:00am
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

With easy-to-follow instructions, you will tone and stretch your body in this low-impact, mindful movement class. The class will be set to soothing music and is perfect for mature adults and seniors of all abilities. 

New in the Archives

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History, Virtual Programs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Come meet PTPL's new archivist and hear about what's new and exciting in the archives. Recent donations of records created by the Peters Township Society of Farm Women and by the Hackett Giants Baseball Club will be on display.

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. 

Embroidery Machine Basics

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Event Details:

Sign up for a 1-1 session to learn how to use the Makerspace's Baby Lock Aventura II Embroidery Machine. 

Afternoon Bingo

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Have some fun playing everyone's favorite game -- BINGO! Seniors and their caregivers can join us on the first Tuesday of the month for Bingo. Prizes for winners and fun for all! Registration is required.

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
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.

High School Writers' Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

For Grades 9 to 12
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.

Crafternoons

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Clubs, Maker & STEM
Event Details:

Stop by the first Thursday of the month and follow easy instructions to create a different craft or art project. Crafting supplies are provided. This program is for adults. Registration is not required.

June's project is a red, white, and blue wreath.

3D Printing Intro

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn about 3D printing. 

Volunteen Board

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teen Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

The library is now accepting teen volunteers. Meet with Ms Shannon every month in the Teen Room to help plan events and prepare for library activities. Attendance at one monthly VolunTEEN Board meeting (either the first Thursday or the first Saturday) is required to serve as a library volunteer.

Paws for Reading

10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Services Dept
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Youth Services Dept
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4

For Pre-K and up. 
Register for your 20 minute time slot to read to a certified therapy dog. The dogs are gentle and love to be read to. It's a great way to start your day with a smile. Space is limited so register today!

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. 

Paws for Reading

10:30am - 11:00am
Youth Services Dept
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Youth Services Dept
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games & Activities, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4

For Pre-K and up. 
Register for your 20 minute time slot to read to a certified therapy dog. The dogs are gentle and love to be read to. It's a great way to start your day with a smile. Space is limited so register today!

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.