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Monday Matinee

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us once a month for a Matinee Movie showing. Enjoy a feature film and popcorn. Registration is required to reserve your seat and ensure we have enough popcorn.

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.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Tween Maker Monday

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Gentle Grief Group

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Please join Lynne Ireland-Knight, a certified Death Doula, in a supportive environment to process and share our grief experiences.

There is no registration for this group. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cookbook Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Cookbook Club meets bimonthly on the third Monday, featuring dinners and recipe challenges. Registration is required in person at the Circulation Desk and opens one month before the meeting date. 

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pittsburgh Zoo Presents: Furry Friends

10:00am - 10:45am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Preschoolers will learn about the basic needs and adaptations of mammals, while being gently introduced to some furry friends from the Zoo. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Felting

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one needle felting class per month.

December's project is a needle felted ornament.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Pittsburgh Zoo Presents: Furry Friends

11:00am - 11:45am
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dementia Support Group

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Please join Theresa Lalak, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, in a safe and supportive environment that is designed to help those caring for a loved one with dementia. 

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Chess with a Champion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11

For grades 1 to 6

Frank Gavlak, our local chess expert, is ready to share the basics of how to play chess. He will be sharing basic chess play techniques and skills to make your game even better. A library staff member will be assisting during each session. Registration is required for each child participating. We ask that an adult remain in the library during this program.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

High School Writers' Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Stamp Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Conference Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Clubs

Third Tuesday of the Month
New members are always welcome to come share stamps and peruse the collections of other philatelists at our monthly meetings. 
The Stamp Club does not offer appraisals or purchase collections. For more information about buying and selling stamps, visit the American Philatelic Society website at https://stamps.org/services/buy-and-sell.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

World War II Discussion Group

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

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Afternoon Book Club for Adults

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Reading Room
Open
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 third Wednesday of the month for Afternoon Book Club - all are welcome! Zoom is available for those who prefer to meet virtually. 

We are having a group discussion about what we are reading.

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Gingerbread Houses

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Multi-Purpose Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Join us at the library to create a holiday favorite -- Gingerbread Houses with Ms. Sarah!

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sit & Fit

9:30am - 10:00am
Adults
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: 30

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. Your instructor will be Meghan Greenwood, an ACE-certified group fitness instructor with over 15 years of teaching experience. Registration is required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Thursday Activities and Social Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Library Clubs

Come to the library for an afternoon of activities and socializing. Bring a friend or come and make a new one!

Put together a puzzle, color, play cards or a board game, or just chat. Materials, games and puzzles provided.

All are welcome, and registration is not required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Needle Felting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
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 project. 

All materials will be provided. Please register for only one needle felting class per month.

December's project is a needle felted ornament.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

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: 10
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.  

December's book is A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult DIY- Pinecone Gnomes

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with these adorable Pinecone Gnomes. 

Participants will be able to customize their gnome with fun and festive winter trimmings.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

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: 16
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Elf Barbie

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

We've made "weird" Barbie and "zombie" Barbies-- now let's make Elf Barbies! 

Come decorate a Barbie to look like a holiday elf. All materials will be provided for you.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Holiday Friendship Bracelet Making

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Teen Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Everyone ages 8 and up are welcome to stop by the teen room and create friendship bracelets using multiple forms of materials while we enjoy holiday movies. 

All materials will be provided for you. 

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sew Creative

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

During this program, you will use the Makerspace's sewing machines to create a simple project. Participants will also learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside the program. 

This program is intended for sewers who know how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and know the basic functions of how to use a sewing machine. All materials will be provided.

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.