Westmoreland County Libraries

Homeschool Investigators: Science Fair!
2026-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Why just know about something when you can investigate it? Homeschool families will explore various topics at each session. This month, itâ€™s your turn to share your expertise with our Science Fair! Bring your science experiment to share with others, you can even invite your friends and family to show what you learned. This Science Fair wonâ€™t be judged, but all participants will receive a certificate. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Construction Crew at New Kensington
2026-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
All ages are invited to join us at our New Kensington library and become part of the construction crew using our building supplies!

Safari Storytime
2026-05-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Safari story time is for grades K – 3. Come discover animals across the world through the library! This educational story time series will feature a different animal each month. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Let's Stitch
2026-05-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Join this social group for all yarn and fiber crafts, including crochet, knitting, embroidery and more. Bring your projects to work alongside other crafters. Not an instructional program, but rather a social group to gather and share your work with others.

Friends of the Monessen Public Library
2026-05-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
The Friends of the library meet every month to discuss ways to support the library. Help support the Monessen Public Library by becoming a Friend. Applications are available at the Front Desk.

CANCELLED FOR MAY - Pages from the Past Book Club
2026-05-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
CANCELLED FOR MAY – Historical and Non-fiction for adults. This event is now held on the 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Book selection for this month is The Six: The Untold Story of America’s First Women in Space by Loren Grush. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Book Club
2026-05-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Meeting to discuss the book of the month: Beneath the Mountain

POST-PONED TILL JUNE 2 - Babies-N-Books
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 | 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 sign up for each individual class.
Registration Required.

Family Storytime at New Kensington
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us at our New Kensington library for songs, stories, activities, and fun.

Family Storytime
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join us every Tuesday for an hour of reading and crafts with Miss Bobbi! Occasionally we will have music as well, but there will always be fun and learning!

Lapsit
2026-05-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
For Children 18 months-3 years old, a time of stories and activities.

Family Storytime at Lower Burrell
2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us for songs, stories, and family fun!

Simply Mahjong
2026-05-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Interested in learning how to play Mahjong? Starting on Tuesday, April 7 learn the rules of how to play Mahjong using the official cards and league manual. From there, weekly Mahjong sessions will be held where players will continue to learn the game by playing with others in-person.
And donâ€™t worry, this is a beginner friendly group so reminders will be given if you need them. Space is Limited!
To register, stop by the Upstairs Circulation Desk or call 724-539-1972!
Registration Required.

Story Time
2026-05-19 13:30 - 14:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
For children ages 3-5 years old, a time of stories and activities

Tuesday Afternoon Book Group
2026-05-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The group meets the third Tuesday afternoon of each month from 2pm to 3:30pm. The book for discussion this month is The Pioneers by David McCullough. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Virtual Author Talk with Nir Eyal
2026-05-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible… was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. Join us Tuesday, May 19th at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream in or video-on-demand after the talk premieres.
Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/ligonierlibrary/upcoming

Journey Through the Classics
2026-05-19 14:00 - 15:30 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Revisit your favorites or discover something new as we find out what makes these titles “classics”. This month we discuss “A Separate Peace” by John Knowles.
Registration Required.

Teen Art Club
2026-05-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Teen Art Club for ages 12-18.
A relaxed, creative space for teens to hang out, make art, and work on personal projects.
Start something new or bring a work-in-progress. Supplies like paint, markers, colored pencils, modeling clay, and more are provided. Feel free to bring your own materials, too.
Run by teens, for teens. | Drop-in program. | Tuesdays, 4-6 PM

Powdermill Nature Explorer Series
2026-05-19 17:30 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Presented by Powdermill Nature Reserve
Explore the plants, wildlife, and natural systems of western Pennsylvania through this engaging, all-ages lecture series. Each month, scientists and educators from Powdermill Nature Reserve share insights into the forests, fields, streams, birds, mammals, insects, and native plant communities that shape our region. Learn how species interact, how habitats support biodiversity, and how ongoing research is helping us better understand and care for the landscapes around us.
Held on the 3rd Tuesday of every month from 5:30â€“6:45 PM, each session features an accessible presentation followed by time for questions and conversation. Designed for curious minds of all ages, these talks offer an opportunity to deepen your appreciation for the natural heritage of western Pennsylvania in a welcoming, community setting.

STEM Storytime
2026-05-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Join us for storytime and a themed craft the 3rd Tuesday of each month, with hands-on learning about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics! Grades K – 4. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. Please register for each session separately.
Registration Required.

Writer's Block and Brew
2026-05-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Falling behind on your writing? Bring your writing projects for a laid-back write-in with tea, coffee, and hot cocoa. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Mindful Meditation
2026-05-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Presenter Dr. Julie Leone will walk you through this event.
Looking for space to slow down, breathe, and reset?
Mindfulness meditation can provide an inner calm, stress reduction, and an overall sense of well-being.
Give yourself the power of presence!
No experience needed, beginners welcome!
Call to Register (724) 547-3850

Puzzles for Grownups
2026-05-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join us to work on puzzles with other adults at either our Lower Burrell or New Kensington library.

Remake Learning Days
2026-05-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
During the month of May our usual Midweek Adventures program will be replaced by Remake Learning Days. The program days will be dedicated specifically to STEM learning.

Reading Time with Storytime
2026-05-20 17:00 - 18:00 | PA
Gain confidence, improve reading skills, or just unwind. Kids can be signed up for a 15 minute session to practice their reading skills by reading to Storytime, a lovable Labrador Retriever and certified therapy dog. Participants should call the library to register, 724-235-2249.

Middle School Meet-Up: Free Paint
2026-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
This program is just for the middle schoolers! Grab a canvas and get painting. Express yourself artistically with paint. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Kidâ€™s Craft & Storytime: Gnome Spring Craft
2026-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Stop by Caldwell Memorial Library for a phe-gnome-enal craft and hear stories featuring everyoneâ€™s favorite hat-wearing creature: gnomes.
This program is FREE but registration is required.
To register, stop by Caldwell Memorial Library or call 724-694-1401 ext. 3110.
Registration Required.

You at The Library
2026-05-20 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

Library Game Night
2026-05-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
We invite you to come to the library, either by yourself or with family and friends to take place in fun old fashioned game night. Choose from our selection of games and just play.

Monthly Book Club
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
Meet and discuss a new book selection every month.
