Westmoreland County Libraries

Mahjong
2025-10-01 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join us every Wednesday afternoon in the Smart Room for an engaging game of Mahjong! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, all are welcome to participate from 1:00 to 2:30 pm.
While the library provides one set, we encourage players to bring their own if possible. Don’t miss out on the fun and camaraderie as we gather to enjoy this timeless and strategic game together. See you there!

Preschool Storytime
2025-10-01 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-10-02 13:00 - 13:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for friends from 2Â½ to 5 years old who enjoy listening to stories, and their caregivers. This storytime features books on a different theme each week, plus songs and rhymes. The same Preschool Storytime session is repeated Wednesday and Thursday each week.
This program is FREE but registration is required.
Please register by calling the Childrenâ€™s Room at 724-537-4383 or stopping by the Childrenâ€™s Room desk.
Space may be limited.
Registration Required.

Readers in Stitches
2025-10-01 14:00 - 15:00 | PA
Not a book club or a craft class. Stop by the library and bring your current stitching project. Chat about whatever good things you’ve been reading or watching. Share crafting ideas and tips. Get the 411 on new things coming to the library. Get help with reading e-books or listening to e-audiobooks on the Libby app.

Teen Art Club
2025-10-01 16:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
This club is run by the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and is open to teens ages 12-18.
Whether you’re into painting, drawing, or sculpting, this is a space to relax, hang out with friends, and work on your own art projects. You can start something new or bring a project you’re already working on. We provide plenty of supplies like paint, markers, colored pencils, drawing pads, wooden hand and figure models, modeling clay, and much more! Feel free to bring your own supplies, too.

Midweek Adventures
2025-10-01 16:30 - 17:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
For children ages 6-11 years old, a time of stories and activities

Overeaters Anonymous
2025-10-01 17:00 - 18:00 | 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.

You at The Library
2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
A Meeting for Young Adults to Help Discover What the Library has to Offer

Genealogy - Discover Your Family's Stories
2025-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Exploring the social histories of the people in our family trees is one of genealogyâ€™s most intriguing challenges. This program focuses on discovering the stories behind the names and dates in our family trees. Actual case histories are used, with illustrations from public records showing how the â€œstory behind the dataâ€ was discovered.
Registration Required, call to register 724-547-3850
Registration Required.

Rug Hooking
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Non-structured craft time where people who share a passion for rug hooking get together to enjoy their craft and share tips.

Wiggles & Wonders
2025-10-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Get ready to wiggle, giggle, and explore! Wiggles and Wonders is a sensory storytime designed especially for babies ages 0 – 2. Each session includes songs, rhymes, movement, and interactive play that suppport early development and bonding between caregiver and child.
Bring your favorite blanket to sit on– floor time is part of the fun!
Registration Required.

Wee Read
2025-10-02 10:30 - 11:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for our youngest friends (from birth to 2Â½ years old) and their caregivers. Wee Read combines songs, rhymes, and socialization for a fun and engaging early literacy experience. The same Wee Read session is repeated Tuesday through Thursday each week at 10:30 am and 11:30am.
This program is FREE but registration is required.
Please register by calling the Childrenâ€™s Room at 724-537-4383 or stopping by the Childrenâ€™s Room desk.
Space may be limited.
Registration Required.

Arts, Crafts, & STEM at New Kensington
2025-10-02 11:00 - 12:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us at our New Kensington library for a fun and exciting project for all ages.

Arts, Crafts, & STEM at Lower Burrell
2025-10-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us at our Lower Burrell library for a fun and exciting project for all ages.

Home Learners Group
2025-10-02 13:00 - 14:30 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Home, Cyber, Charter students all welcome! For Ages 5 – 15. Each month will feature a STEAM Lesson. Once a month on Thursday from 1 – 2:30 pm. Reserve your seat here: https://forms.gle/K2jgaDjhekf8L3k47

Virtual Author Talk with Smithsonian professionals AdriÃ¡n Aldaba and Emily Key
2025-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us from the comfort of your home as Smithsonian professionals AdriÃ¡n Aldaba and Emily Key discuss Nuestra AmÃ©rica and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States. Register and ask questions of the author at https://libraryc.org/peopleslibrary. If you can’t make it live, you can also watch on demand.

Nuestra AmÃ©rica: Stories of 30 Inspiring Latinas/Latinos Who Have Shaped the Uni
2025-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Join us in conversation with Smithsonian professionals AdriÃ¡n Aldaba and Emily Key as they discuss Nuestra AmÃ©rica and highlight inspiring stories of Latinos throughout history, as well as their incredible contributions to the cultural, social, and political character of the United States.
To register please visit our website.

Chess Club for Kids
2025-10-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
From beginners to experts, our chess club welcomes players from ages 8-18. Join us at our Lower Burrell library to learn the basics or to challenge your skills.

Graphic Novel Book Club
2025-10-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
October 2nd, 4:00 pm. Ages 8 – 12
Currently Reading: Doodleville
Registration Required.

Chess Club
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Designed for ages 17 and under, this family-friendly program is perfect for school-aged kids and their families. Play casual games with others, sharpen your skills, and learn new moves and strategies in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you’re a beginner or a budding grandmaster, there’s a place for you at the board!
ALL experience levels welcome.
Registration is not necessary.

YA Book Club
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Penn Area Library’s YA Book Club is lead by our Teen Advisory Board. Each month teens have the opportunity to meet and discuss the books they are reading. Ages 13+.
Please note, snacks are occasionally offered. Please contact our Youth Services Coordinator, Laura, directly with food allergy concerns.
Registration Required.

The Stitchers
2025-10-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
The Stitchers Needle Arts Group 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Needle and string arts.

On Demand Zooming Book Club
2025-10-02 18:30 - 19:30 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Please contact the library for Zoom connection information.

1st Thursday Book Club
2025-10-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Sewickley Township Public Library, 201 Highland Avenue, Herminie, PA, 15637, United States
Drop by our Book Club!
This group meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7PM, and is relaxed, informal and fun. It’s a great chance to discuss a variety of books and authors, and meet new people.
New members are always welcome!
Copies of the book for each month will be available.
Questions? Comments? Want to suggest a book to discuss? Email sewickley@wlnonline.org. We hope to see you!

First Chapter Friday
2025-10-03 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit our Facebook page anytime after 9am to hear First Chapter Friday!

Pre-K Picassos
2025-10-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Get ready to paint, splash, and create! Join us for Pre-K Picassos, a playful art program where little artists explore colors, textures, and techniques through process art inspired by famous masterpieces. No pressureâ€”just pure creativity and fun! Perfect for curious kids who love to get a little messy.
Registration Required.

Pre-K Picasso's
2025-10-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States

Construction Crew at Lower Burrell
2025-10-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
All ages are invited to join us at our Lower Burrell library and become part of the construction crew using our building supplies!

Discovering Your Family Stories
2025-10-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Exploring the social histories of the people in our family trees is one of genealogyâ€™s most intriguing challenges. This program focuses on discovering the stories behind the names and dates in our family trees. Actual case histories are used, with illustrations from public records showing how the â€œstory behind the dataâ€ was discovered. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. Registration is required for this program.
Registration Required.

Unscripted, Young Adult Writing Workshop
2025-10-03 16:00 - 17:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Have stories, poems, or ideas you want to explore? Join our Creative Writing Workshop â€” a welcoming space for teens and young adults to develop their writing skills and find their voice. Whether youâ€™re just starting out or already working on a project, this workshop offers prompts, discussion, and thoughtful feedback to help you grow as a writer.
Registration Required.
