Westmoreland County Libraries

Unearth A Story Magic Show
2026-06-19 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Magic Show!
Friday, June 19, 2026 from 2:00-3:00 PM
Library Community Room
Steve Haberman is back returns with magic show inspired by our Summer Reading theme: Unearth a Story! (Dinosaurs). Expect laughs, surprises, and prehistoric fun for the whole family.
Important details: Seating is first come, first served; registration is not required; families will gather upstairs in the Children’s Wing and head down to the Community Room together.
Arrive early to secure a seat.
Perfect for elementary-aged kids and their families.

Life Skills for Littles
2026-06-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come practice a few age-appropriate skills, like shoe tying, making a simple snack, and basic first aid with girls from Girl Scout Troop 16380. The first session is K-2, and it will be followed by a session for Grades 3-5. Please inform us of any allergies. Parents/guardians must remain in the library during the sessions. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Life Skills for Littles
2026-06-20 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-06-22 14:30 - 15:30, 2026-07-03 14:30 - 15:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Are your kids interested in helping around the house? Or do you wish they were? In this hour-long class, we’ll introduce the children to basic laundry, button sewing, and kitchen safety. Come join the girls of Girl Scout Troop 16380 for some snacks, games, and learning fun. The first session is K-2, and it will be followed by a session for Grades 3-5. Please inform us of any allergies. Parents/guardians must remain in the library during the sessions. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Unearthed Stories on Facebook & Instagram
2026-06-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit us on Facebook or Instagram after 9am for a story that ties with this summer’s Unearth a Story theme!

Summer Math Club
2026-06-22 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-25 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-29 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-07-02 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-07-06 15:30 - 16:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Attention rising third graders! Join us for Summer Math Club, where we will be focusing on keeping our math skills sharp over the summer. Our Summer Math Club is packed with fun games to keep your mind ready for third grade! Register separately for each class on our events calendar at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at (724) 327-1102.
Registration Required.

Listen to a Good Book: Great Music Inspired by Great Literatyure
2026-06-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
How did John Steinbeck inspire Bruce Springsteen, who then inspired Rage Against the Machine, who then returned the favor to Bruce? Great art is supposed to be encouraging and uplifting, and sometimes that encouragement leads to more great art. Come see and hear how extraordinary works of literature have inspired some extraordinary songs. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102
Registration Required.

Mad Science: Fire and Ice
2026-06-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Travel back to a world of glaciers and discovery! In Fire & Ice Age, young explorers will create foggy dry ice storms, harness the power of air, and spark a chemical fire to uncover how these elemental forces shaped our world. For ages 5 – 12. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Butterfly Lesson
2026-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Learn about butterflies through a special storytime and lesson organized by the Murrysville Garden Club! This lesson is designed to get kids ready for the butterfly release in July and help their imaginations take flight! Ages 4 – 8. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Puzzle Speed Build Competition
2026-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Description: Test your teamwork and puzzle-solving skills in our Speed Puzzling Competition! Eight teams of four will complete the same 500-piece puzzle in the fastest time. Teams will work together to sort and assemble their puzzle before the clock runs out. Only one member of each four-person team is required to register for this event. Team members do not need to register individually. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102
Registration Required.

Dinosaur Silhouette Painting
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Create a beautiful dinosaur painting on canvas using a silhouette of your choice.
Registration Required.

Dinosaurs with the Natural History Museum
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Educators from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History are coming to the library for a science adventure class with a hands-on activity to learn more about fossils and dinosaurs! Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Family Movie Matinee
2026-06-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Join us for a family friendly movie party at the library! This mystery movie will be shown along with free popcorn and drinks. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Bite Into a Good Book
2026-06-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Jeannette Public Library, 500 Magee Avenue, Jeannette, PA, 15644, United States
We’ll read “Saber-Toothed Cat” by Kathryn Clay. Then, we’ll do some cave drawings on our own.

Dragons: The Original Dinosaurs with Alan Irvine
2026-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come listen to storyteller Alan Irvine share fantastical tales! When ancient peoples discovered the bones of the great beasts we call dinosaurs, they thought of them as the remains of mighty dragons â€“ fire-breathing, storm-bringing, greedy and powerful. Around the world, people have told tales of battles and struggles with these fearsome beasts. Enter into the world of Dragons with a program of classic dragon tales. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Let's Make Beaded Keychain Bars!
2026-07-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Let your purse, backpack or keychain sparkle and shine using your own creativity!
Registration Required.

Hamilton Trivia-Youth Summer Reading Program
2026-07-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Norwin Public Library, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA, 15642, United States
Donâ€™t throw away your shot at testing your teamâ€™s Hamilton An American Musical knowledge. The winning team gets a prize.
For ages 7 and up, 2-6 players per team, with at least 1 child per team (aged 7-17) and one adult per team (18 years or older). There is a limit on the number of teams that can play.
Please register your whole team together at https://forms.gle/Kbkv161ECR96EwWV7

Life Skills for Littles
2026-07-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come practice a few age-appropriate skills, like shoe tying, making a simple snack, and basic first aid with girls from Girl Scout Troop 16380. In this hour-long class, we’ll have fun and play games while we learn. The first session is K-2, and it will be followed by a session for Grades 3-5, hosted by Girl Scouts Troop 16380. Please inform us of any allergies. Parents/guardians must remain in the library during the sessions. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Roar for Reading
2026-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Jeannette Public Library, 500 Magee Avenue, Jeannette, PA, 15644, United States
Our book is “Barnum Brown Dinosaur Hunter” by David Sheldon. We’ll celebrate the dinosaurs that were found in Pennsylvania and our 250th Anniversary by making sand filled seashells to remind us that we span “from sea to shining sea”.

Opera Trunk Activities
2026-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come learn about opera! We’ll be exploring everything from arias to overtures with opera-themed activities, music, and costumes in a trunk provided by the Pittsburgh Opera. No prior knowledge or experience required, only a love for music! Ages 5 – 11. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Be Inspired by Nature by Rewind-Reuse Center
2026-07-07 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Meet us at the Rewind-Reuse Center & Workshop in Export to make a fun and unique craft using recycled materials. Register online by June 25 at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.
