Westmoreland County Libraries

Dog Reading Pals
2026-07-10 16:45 - 17:00 UTC | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Reading to dogs is a proven method to improve reading skills. Stop by and read to one of our therapy dogs. DRP meets the 2nd Friday of each month. Children may bring their own book or get one at the library. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. Please register each child in your family for a 15 minute time slot.
Registration Required.

Shake, Rattle, and Read
2026-07-13 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-07-20 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-07-27 09:30 - 10:30 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us for our summer program- Shake, Rattle, and Read!

Chess
2026-07-13 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-07-20 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-07-27 11:30 - 12:30 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Calling all chess players! Spend the summer putting your skills to the test with our casual tournament-style Chess Club. Traditional chess instruction will return in the fall!
Registration Required.

Sensory Friendly Fairy Gardening
2026-07-13 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
This gardening program is just for children with sensory concerns. We will meet in a smaller group and a quieter environment to learn about planting and gardening, plus work on projects for our take-home fairy gardens. Please note: In order to promote as sensory friendly atmosphere as possible, the library recommends that families with younger siblings consider making alternative arrangements for babies and toddlers when possible. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Local Author Reading
2026-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Join local author Sheila for a special storytime as she shares one of her children’s books. Enjoy an engaging read-aloud and meet the author! Copies of her books will be available for purchase. Limit 10, please register at delmontlibrary.org
Registration Required.

Pokemon Club
2026-07-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Calling all Pokemon trainers! Hang out with other fans to chat about and play Pokemon! The club meets once a month on the 2nd Monday of the month, for ages 5 – 11. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Curious Kids-What is under our feet?
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Do we really know what we are walking on? This summer, as we unearth our stories, letâ€™s unearth our earth and discover facts about the rocks and soil under us. The ground isnâ€™t just for worms, you know. We will make jewelry out of rocks, and for a sweet treat, have some dirt! Registration required.
Registration Required.

BUTTERFLY RELEASE RAINDATE
2026-07-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
In case of inclement weather, the Bufferfly Release will take place on Thursday, July 16 at 11:00 a.m.

Keller's Kritters
2026-07-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Get ready for a wild adventure with Keller’s Kritters! This fun, hands-on animal encounter lets you meet, learn about and even touch or feel amazing creatures as you explore the wonders of the natural world–plus snap a photo with your new animal friends! Limit 20, ages 6-12. PLEASE register at delmontlibrary.org and let the library know if you cannot attend after registering.
Registration Required.

Dungeons & Dragons
2026-07-18 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-01 14:00 - 17:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Take on the role of a fantasy hero and help tell your story in collaboration with fellow players and Dungeon Master, Alyssa! No background in D&D? No problem! Come to learn about how it works and participate at your own pace. For 6th – 8th graders. The group meets the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Register for each session separately online @ www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. If no openings are available, make sure to register for the waiting list. Walk-ins will no longer be accepted.
Registration Required.

Pittsburgh Ballet: Dance the Story
2026-07-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Tumble down the rabbit hole with the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre! Join us for an interactive “Dance the Story” performance of “Alice in Wonderland”, where ballet brings this classic tale to life. Children will enjoy storytelling, learn simple ballet movements, and get an up-close look at costumes from the performances in this imaginative hands-on experience. Ages 4-10 Limit 25. Registration required and please give library notice if you need to cancel once signing up, delmontlibrary.org
Registration Required.

Make and Take Your Own Dino garden
2026-07-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Youngwood Area Public Library
Did our ancestors really live in a garden? Well, for this program, we will make our own take-home garden and fill it with dinosaur accessories and dinosaurs that we create to inhabit it! Registration Required.
Registration Required.

Archeology Camp
2026-07-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Dig into the past with this exciting 2-day camp. Perform a mini archaeological dig, take samples, examine and reconstruct artifacts. Registration required
Registration Required.

Unearth a Story: Tales from Around the World: NOTE: CANCELED
2026-07-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Get ready to be swept away by stories! Join Alan Irvine for “Unearth a Story”, where tales from around the world come alive–featuring clever heroes, tricky riddles, daring rescues, and magical discoveries. Perfect for families with children ages 6 and up. Limit 25. Registration required at delmontlibrary.org
Registration Required.

Kids on the Block Puppet Show
2026-07-22 11:00 - 13:30 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Join us at the library with the Children’s Institute of Pittsburgh for an interactive puppet show that teaches children about peers with different abilities, tolerance, and diversity. Ages 5-12. Limit 30. Registration is required. Please give cancellation notice if unable to attend. delmontlibrary.org
Registration Required.

Dinosaur Painting
2026-07-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Add fine art to your wall with this fun painting session. This program is for children ages 7 to 14.
This FREE program is held at both Adams Memorial Library and Caldwell Memorial Library but registration is required. Please register at the location of your desired session.
To register at AML, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383.
To register at CML, please call Caldwell Memorial Library at 724-694-1401 ext. 3110.
Registration Required.

The Great Cookie Kerfuffle!
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Itâ€™s a great cookie kerfuffle! This special story time celebrates this yearâ€™s PA One Book selection; â€œThe Great Cookie Kerfuffle!â€ Weâ€™ll listen to the story, play games, and make crafts. Plus! Each child registered for the program will receive a free paperback copy of the book!
Registration Required.

Summer Fun with Spheros!
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Celebrate summer with our Sphero Robot Friends! Activities will include flashlight tag with our Spheros, battle bots, Sphero baseball, and building a bridge over troubled water! Registration required.
Registration Required.

Drama Camp
2026-07-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
For all your theater lovers out there! Drama camp is here! We will be learning about many aspects of putting on a play, such as set design, costume, and prop design, and we will end our camp with an actual production you can take part in! Registration required.
Registration Required.

Tween Writing Club
2026-07-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Are you a creatively inclined tween? Do you have ideas you wish you could put to paper? Come meet with other tweens to take part in workshops and writing exercises for everything from fiction to poetry! This program would be recurring each month on the last Monday of the month. For grades 5 – 7. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102
Registration Required.

Drama Camp - CANCELLED
2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States

Preschool Story Time
2026-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Come join Miss Katie for fun with stories, crafts and more! Both story times at the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library will be the same, please choose one to attend. Register once to attend all sessions. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Time Travelerâ€™s Club: Crazy Colonial Times
2026-07-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Travel back in time to discover the history of the Crazy Colonial Times! Discover life in the past with crafts, games, and other activities. This hands-on program will give kids a chance to explore what it would be like to like in the past. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Universal Curiosity
2026-08-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Learn why the universe works the way it does and discuss current events happening in space. For children ages 8 – 12, facilitated by Franklin Regional student Roger Huang. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.
