Westmoreland County Libraries

Rebranding Focus Group
2024-06-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-06-01 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | PA
WCFLS is building a marketing and communications strategy built to best serve the county-wide library community. Please join us in our focus group, discovery, and feedback sessions to provide critical insights into your WCFLS experience.

Closed
2025-01-01 00:00 - 23:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
We are closed in observance of New Year’s Day.

Holiday Library Closed
2025-01-01 09:30 - 17:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Murrysville Community Library will be closed Tuesday, December 31, 2024 and January 1, 2025 for the New Year’s Eve & New Year’s Day holiday. We will resume regular hours on Thursday, January 2, 2025.

New Years Vision Board, DIY Event
2025-01-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Kick off the new year with a “new you”. Patrons ages 12+ are invited to create their own DIY Vision Boards to map out their year during this teen event.
Registration Required.

Adult Craft Night!
2025-01-02 17:30 - 18:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Join us for a night of fun and laughs as we make a craft! Embellishments will vary. Make it your own!
Registration Required.

Comic Swap, The Game
2025-01-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Join us for a special event created by a Teen Advisory Board. Create a comic frame in under two minutes then swap your book with someone else in the room to create a one-of-a-kind collaboration.
Registration Required.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-01-04 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, Scott! No background in D&D? No problem! Come to learn about how it works and participate at your own pace. For 6th – 8th grade. The group meets the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Register online @ www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
2025-01-06 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-01-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing on the ground while using the chair for support. Cost is $15.00 per session – Payable cash, Venmo or PayPal due at the time of attendance.

Special library hours
2025-01-06 11:00 - 16:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Murrysville Community Library will open at 11:00 a.m. and close at 4:00 p.m.as a result of inclement weather. The library will resume regular hours on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

RPL Knitters
2025-01-06 13:00 - 15:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
This club gathers to work on and share current projects. All skill levels (knit and crochet) are welcome.

CANCELLELD - STEM Around the World
2025-01-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Cancelled due to imclement weather. Each month we will explore and learn about a different country through science. Children will receive a passport to record their travels! Perfect for grades 1 – 6. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

CANCELLED - Socrates Cafe
2025-01-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Cancelled due to inclement weather. Socrates Cafe is an affiliate of the Society of Philosophical Inquiry. New members are always welcome. We believe a diversity of opinion is important for a true exchange of ideas. The topic this month – “Is there such a thing as human nature? (And if so, what is it?)” The group meets the first Monday of each month. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Chai Time with Books
2025-01-07 18:30 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Are you an adult who enjoys reading Young Adult and Middle Grade fiction? Join this book club on the 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30-8pm. Join the host Tiff Parker and fellow readers for a fun discussion, along with some cozy chai tea. The book for this month’s discussion is The Bookwanderer by Anna James. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

RPL Book Club
2025-01-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Readers gather each month to discuss that month’s pick. Books are available at the library.

FR Family Connection
2025-01-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Westmoreland County Behavioral Health & Developmental Services. Ms. Kowalik will be presenting on Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) with a focus on how to access, acronyms to know, FAQs, navigating wait lists and information for caregivers. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. You can also register at gayres@franklinregional.k12.pa.us.
Registration Required.

Overeaters Anonymous
2025-01-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
New members welcome. Join the group for lifetime support with no fees or diets.

AAUW Speaker Series
2025-01-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Murrysville AAUW will host a special speaker each month as part of their monthly meetings. The program for January is Think Globally, Act Locally, Upcycle! by Val Paulisick from the Rewind-Reuse Center. Registration is appreciated for this FREE event and is pen to all members of the community. Register at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Graphic Novel Book Club
2025-01-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
This month’s graphic novel book club book is Magic Tree House the graphic novel: Afternoon on the Amazon. We will be creating collages based on the book!
Registration Required.

Young Adult Book Club
2025-01-09 17:00 - 18:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Teen Book Club: for readers ages 12+.
Registration Required.

Dog Reading Pals
2025-01-10 16:00 - 16:15, 2025-01-10 16:15 - 16:30, 2025-01-10 16:30 - 16:45, 2025-01-10 16:45 - 17:00 | 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. 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.

CANCELLED - PCA Python Coding Workshop Program
2025-01-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Join the Pittsburgh Chinese American Youth Center for a Coding Workshop. Whether you are a total beginner or already love tech, we’ve got fun activities and projects to inspire you. Learn, create, and ask questions as our mentors guide you step by step. Open to all 3rd – 6th graders interested in building foundations in Python. Stay behind for a Q&A at the end if you have any questions! Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

CANCELLED PROGRAM - Universal Curiosity
2025-01-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Postponed until February 8. 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.

Plant-Based Nutrition
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Plant-Based Nutrition group meets the 2nd Saturday of each month. This month will be a New Year Potluck Lunch. Bring a dish to share. We’ll also discuss plans & ideas for 2025.
Registration Required.

New Teen Volunteer Training
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Are you a teen who is looking to earn some community service hours?
Weâ€™re now accepting volunteers for afterschool hours and Saturdays.
Registration Required.

Library Knitters
2025-01-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The library knitters meet every other Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in conference room 1. No registration required. Bring your favorite craft and join in on the fun.
