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Jailhouse Lawyer Book Cover

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

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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.

Closed for Staff Development Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

James Lafayette, Revolutionary War Spy

6:30pm–7:30pm
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:

James Lafayette was a spy for the Patriots in Virginia during the fight for American Independence.

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
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History

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

No registration is required.

Learn & Lunch

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join PTPL Archivist Nancy for a review of the Survey of Historical Properties in Peters Township which was completed in 1993. Nancy will speak and share information and images from the survey then lunch will be served after. 

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.

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

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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.

Find Your Revolutionary War Patriot

10:30am–12:00pm
Adults
Reading Room
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Event Details:

Finding your Patriot ancestor is easier than you thinking using free resources! Bring your laptop and personal device to this workshop and begin your journey.

World War II Discussion Group

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

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

No registration is required.

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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.

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

World War II Discussion Group

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

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

No registration is required.

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

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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.

Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

World War II Discussion Group

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

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

No registration is required.

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

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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
Adults
Reading Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History

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

No registration is required.

Closed for PT Community Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/3–7/4
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Those Were the Days

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

Join the library archivist on the second Thursday of each month to learn and share about the Peters Township of the past. Following a presentatation by the archivist, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of one another and to share reminiscences. Past topics include Donaldson's Crossroads, township schools, the township police department and the Village of Hackett.

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.

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