Westmoreland County Libraries

Smithsonâ€™s Gamble: The Incredible History Behind the Worldâ€™s Largest Museum with
2026-02-24 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Tom D. Crouch, a Smithsonian veteran of almost 45 years, paints a robust picture of a unique American establishment and its lasting legacies in his book Smithsonâ€™s Gamble.
Follow the fascinating growth and development of the world’s largest museum and research complex during its first 60 years. Told in rich detail, Smithson’s Gamble reveals how, as it defined a role rooted in curiosity and exploration, the Smithsonian helped to shape the nation’s developing identity.
To register please visit our website.
Registration Required.

Overeaters Anonymous - Moved to Tuesday's
2026-02-24 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.

Inked & Glued
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Bring your favorite journal or planner to explore creative journaling, mindful planning, and everything in-between. Meet others who love paper crafts, design, and artistic expression in a casual creative space. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Tiny Tykes Tadpoles
2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Children ages 3 and under meet in the library for stories, songs, and activities. This registration will secure your spot in the Tadpoles group (2nd and 4th Wednesdays) through May. There is no need to re-register. Stories & activities will be exactly the same for both Ducklings and Tadpoles.
**Please download the Remind app to receive notifications about this group. The code to join is: rostt
Registration Required.

Mindful Moments - Pause & Breathe
2026-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Explore some simple and accessible mindful invitations at our Lower Burrell Library! Weâ€™ll get curious and focus inward to observe our personal rhythms like breathing patterns, heart beat and gentle movements of the hands. Follow this up with some time for doodling, drawing or journaling.

Readers in Stitches
2026-02-25 14:00 - 15:30 | 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.

Wiggles & Wonders
2026-02-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Thursday mornings, 10:00 am
For ages 0 – 2 years.
Each session includes songs, rhymes, movement, and interactive play that support early development and bonding between caregiver and child.
Bring your favorite blanket to sit on– floor time is part of the fun
Registration Required.

Library Foundation Board Meeting
2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Library Foundation Board meets the 4th Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in Conference Room 1. If you cannot make it to a meeting in person, a virtual option is available.

Mindful Moment Recap
2026-02-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit our Facebook or Instagram page after 9am for a video to recap and build on what we have explored whether you attended in person or on demand!

Preschool Storytime with Ms. Sydney
2026-02-27 10:00 - 10:45 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Storytime is designed for children ages 3-6 years old. Each session includes stories, songs, and a craft activity. Please register for each individual session. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Unscripted: Writing Workshop
2026-02-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Join our teen led writing workshop everything Friday in the Young Adult Department of Penn Area Library.

Take & Make
2026-02-28 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Drop by either library to pick up the bag of supplies with instructions and watch a demonstration of the project on our Facebook page anytime after 9am!

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
2026-02-28 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, Colter! No background in D&D? No problem! Come to learn about how it works and participate at your own pace. For teens age 12-18. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
2026-03-02 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.

RPL Knitters
2026-03-02 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.

Song and Rhyme Time
2026-03-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Join Miss Karen for an at-home song and rhyme session to enjoy any time or anywhere. You can follow along on our website or social media.

Monday Meditation
2026-03-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
A warm welcome to our Monday night meditation experience! Facilitated by Eric D. Biseca, N.D., we are opening the conference room for both beginners and experienced folks who want to explore conscious breathwork, self-awareness and mindfulness in a secular and comfortable format. The facilitation will allow for instruction, reflection, and brief discussion while promoting community culture around mindfulness. We are excited to begin and look forward to all that can participate! Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Dr. Seuss By The Books
2026-03-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Norwin Public Library, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA, 15642, United States
In honor of Dr. Seussâ€™ birthday and Read Across America week, join us for some Seuss-themed fun. There will be activities based on a few of his books.
This program is for those in Pre K-4th grade.
Registration is required for each kid participating here: https://forms.gle/2q5L5EHbknpcam5c6
Registration Required.

Socrates Cafe
2026-03-02 18:30 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
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 for discussion this month is Living Wage – is it desirable or feasible in a Capitalistic system? 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.

Babies-N-Books
2026-03-03 10:00 - 10:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
This 6 week session of Babies’n’Books is designed for caregivers with children 0 – 2 years old! Each thirty minutes session includes well-loved rhymes, a book or two, finger plays, songs, and movement. Families are encouraged to attend all six weeks of programs. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. Please register for each class separately.
Registration Required.

Books & Blocks
2026-03-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Tuesday mornings, 10:00 am
For ages 6â€“36 months
Weâ€™ll sing, play, dance, and share storiesâ€”all while building early literacy skills and encouraging both fine and gross motor development.
Registration Required.

Wee Read
2026-03-03 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-03-04 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. If the Greater Latrobe School District is closed or delayed for weather-related reasons, there will be no Wee Read or Preschool Storytime.
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.

Story Time
2026-03-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Join us for a fun-filled morning at the library! Miss Laura brings stories to life with joyful songs, engaging books, and a hands-on craft your little ones will love. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolersâ€”come sing, read, and create with us every Tuesday!
Registration Required.

Chess Club
2026-03-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Join us for Chess Club at 5:00 pm.

Overeaters Anonymous
2026-03-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States

Pushing the Limits Discussion Group
2026-03-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Norwin Public Library, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA, 15642, United States
This lively discussion group explores ideas about science, nature, and technology that pushes the limits of our understanding about the world around us. This month we will be discussing “The River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile” by Candice Millard. New members welcome!

CANCELLED - Chai Time with Books
2026-03-03 18:30 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
CANCELLED – 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. This month’s book is Matilda by Roald Dahl. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Writers Group
2026-03-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Writers of all levels meet at Rostraver Library to talk about writing styles, methods, and their current or future projects. New members are welcome!

Tiny Tykes Ducklings
2026-03-04 10:30 - 11:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Children ages 3 and under meet in the library for stories, songs, and activities. This registration will secure your spot in the Ducklings group (1st and 3rd Wednesdays) through May (no need to re-register). Stories & activities will be exactly the same for both Ducklings and Tadpoles.
**Please download the Remind app to receive notifications about this group. The code to join is: rostt
Registration Required.
