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The Jailhouse Lawyer Discussion

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a conversation about The Jailhouse Lawyer by Calvin Duncan and Sophie Cull.

Book with Hearts

Book Speed Dating

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Book Clubs

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let us help you find your perfect match with a Romance book this month! Spend time getting to know over 30 books and see which ones spark an interest. Come grow your To Be Read List and meet some new books and bookish friends.

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Tween & Teen Writing Contest

All Day 3/1
Peters Township Public Library

Age Group:

Tweens, Teens
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Event Details:

It's back! PTPL will be holding the fourth annual Tween & Teen Writing Contest. 

Check back in the new year for the 2026 theme.

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Embroidery Machine Basics

1:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
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. During this 45-minute session, you will learn the ins and outs of the embroidery machine and complete a small embroidery project to take home with you. You will also learn how to access the Makerspace's embroidery machine to use independently.

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

Registration for this program opens on 11/23/26 at 1:30 pm.

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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.

Night with WQED

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Family
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games & Activities, Maker & STEM, Storytime
Registration Required

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.

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. 

Intro to Machine Sewing

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

Cricut Creations

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

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.

Cricut Machine 101

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

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and learn how to use the Cricut Maker 4! The Cricut Maker 4 is a smart cutting machine that can cut over 300 different materials. During this class, you will learn the capabilities of the Cricut machine, navigate through the Design Space software, and complete a simple cut paper shape on the Cricut. You will also learn how you can access the Makerspace's Cricut machines to use independently. 

This program is intended for beginners. 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.

Closed for Christmas

All Day 12/24–12/25
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library