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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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

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

This event is in the "Children" group.

Wild Kratts

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

Wild Kratt 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. You must register 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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Evening Book Club

6:30pm - 7:45pm
Adults
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Lensshooters Photography Club

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

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Creations

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6

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. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet and Knitting Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Crocheters and knitters are welcome to our monthly club. Bring your own projects and share stitches with friends. Please note this is not a class with a teaching component. Please check our event calendar for craft classes with instructors.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Creations

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Makerspace
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6

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. Please register for only one Cricut Creations class per month.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Night with WQED

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20

Join us for a beloved PBS show, activities, and story! We thank Clearview Federal Credit Union for sponsoring these programs. 

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.

Books and Brews

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Join library staff at Mondays Brewing for a lively discussion at this book club!

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Youth Services Dept
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Youth Services Dept
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading

10:30am - 11:00am
Children
Youth Services Dept
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Youth Services Dept
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

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. 

This event is in the "Children" group.

Paws for Reading

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Youth Services Dept
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Youth Services Dept
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing Workshop

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10

Calling all adult aspiring Writers and Wordsmiths! 

Are you a new writer in search of support and encouragement? Have you already started down the writing path but repeatedly experience creative drought? Or perhaps you’d like to develop solid writing skills or find the perfect inspiration before taking another step on your writing journey. 

Join us for our Writers’ Group devoted to those who are relatively new to the craft of writing and would like to develop their skills, or to those who have just dabbled in writing but would like to take a deeper dive. 

We’ll explore various topics, including how to find your creative flow, build effective writing habits, and create momentum in your writing. Whether it’s working with writing prompts, learning tips and tricks from the masters, or sharing your writing in a supportive and enthusiastic environment, let’s honor that talent and discover where creativity (and practice) can lead us!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Matinee

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

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
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.

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
Program Type: Health & Wellness

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

Registration is not required for this group.

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, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8

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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

High School Writers' Club

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Tweens" group.

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. 

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: Games & Activities

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.

Afternoon Book Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Reading Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
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. 

December: Join us for a book chat and group discussion!

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.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

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.