Peters Township Public Library

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Peters Township Public Library
616 E. McMurray Rd
McMurray, PA 15317
United States

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Sun: Closed

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-4:00pm

Week Calendar

Featured Events

Preschool

Preschool-a-Palooza

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Multi-Purpose Room at Peters Township Public Library

Program Type:

Games & Activities

Age Group:

Children, Family

Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library

Room: Multi-Purpose Room

Age Group: Children, Family

Program Type: Games & Activities

Event Details:

Our annual Preschool-a-Palooza is returning to the Peters Township Public Library. Area preschools and daycares come together to promote what makes them special.

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

Open

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.

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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.

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (8/09)	Mon (8/10)	Tue (8/11)	Wed (8/12)	Thu (8/13)	Fri (8/14)	Sat (8/15)
11 am				This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Lab Orientation 11:00am–11:45am Adults Memory Lab Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library Room: Memory Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Memory Lab Registration Required Event Details: A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.	This event is in the "Adults" group Those Were the Days 11:00am–1:00pm Adults Reading Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
12 pm
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Machine Sewing 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults Makerspace Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group Roots Genealogy Club 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Multi-Purpose Room This event is in the "Adults" group Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group Intro to Machine Sewing 2:30pm–3:30pm Adults Makerspace Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
3 pm
4 pm			This event is in the "Tweens" group Tween Trivia 4:00pm–5:00pm Tweens Teen Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Tweens" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library Room: Teen Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Games & Activities Registration Required Event Details: Bring your team or play alone and test your knowledge. There will be a new trivia topic every month. Trivia will be done using Kahoot! Please bring your own device (chrome book, tablet, phone). We will have only a handful of devices available. Monthly Themes: January Books February NFL March Music April Dog/Cats May Disney 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Lab Orientation 5:00pm–5:45pm Adults Memory Lab Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library Room: Memory Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Memory Lab Registration Required Event Details: A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Evening Book Club 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Reading Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library Room: Reading Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required 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. 2026 Book Selections: January: Rosemary: The Hidden Kennedy Daughter by Kate Clifford Larson February: The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group Night with WQED 6:30pm–7:30pm Children, Family Multi-Purpose Room Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Family" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats 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.
7 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Memory Lab Orientation 7:00pm–7:45pm Adults Memory Lab Upcoming Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Upcoming Remaining seats Remaining waitlist seats Library Branch: Peters Township Public Library Room: Memory Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Memory Lab Registration Required Event Details: A one-on-one session to learn how to use the library's Memory Lab, a DIY digitization station for digitizing photographs, documents, slides, and negatives.