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Teen Cricut Creations

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens
Makerspace
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Join Technology and Makerspace Librarian Sarah Quinn and Teen Library Technician Sarah Lawrence to design a winter-themed mug using the Cricut! 

Crafternoons

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Multi-Purpose Room
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose 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.

December's project is Pinecone Gnomes.

Upcycled VHS Crafts

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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:

Did you know there are so many neat things you can make using old VHS tapes and cases? 

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.

Mini Tree Decorating

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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: 11
Event Details:

Create your own mini Christmas tree for your room or to give as a gift! 

All materials, including the tree, will be provided!

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.

Intro to Machine Sewing

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adults
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

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have the opportunity to try out various stitches on our sewing machines and learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside of the program. 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
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1

Learn how to use the Makerspace sewing machines! During this program, participants will learn how to thread a machine, wind a bobbin, and replace the needle. Participants will have the opportunity to try out various stitches on our sewing machines and learn how they can access the Makerspace sewing machines outside of the program. 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.

Tween Mini Book Ornament

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Ms. Sarah to create this unique decoration using clear ornament globes filled with mini books!

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.

Teen Mini Book Ornament

6:00pm - 6:45pm
Teens
Teen Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

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.

Cricut Creations & Craft DIY

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
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: 2
Event Details:

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.

This month we are designing a winter-themed Cricut mug and making hot cocoa dippers!

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.

Elf on the Shelf

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Children
Multi-Purpose Room
Full
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Activities, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Get ready to welcome our library elf for the 2023 holiday season!

Join us for crafts, activities, stories, and a special chance to name our elf.

Please note this program is designed for children in Pre-K through Grade 3.

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. 

Needle Felting

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
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 project. 

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

December's project is a needle felted ornament.

Teen Gingerbread Houses

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Multi-Purpose Room
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Multi-Purpose Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

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.

Adult DIY- Pinecone Gnomes

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Reading Room
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with these adorable Pinecone Gnomes. 

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

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.

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: 18
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. 

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.

Sew Creative

2:30pm - 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: 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.

Closed for Christmas

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

Closing Early for New Year's Eve

4:00pm - 8:00pm
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Peters Township Public Library

Crafternoons

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

January's Craft: Snowflake Watercolor Paintings

Tween Junk Journaling

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Tweens
Teen Room
Registration
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Kick off the year by trying something new and join us for Junk Journaling. 

This is a type of art journaling that involves making a book using a variety of found and recycled materials. 

All materials will be provided.

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.

Embroidery Machine Basics

4:30pm - 7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Maker & STEM, Technology

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. 

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.