Westmoreland County Libraries

Mahjong!
2026-06-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-06 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Come to the Scottdale Library the first and third Monday of the month (starting Sept 15th)at 6:00pm to play Mahjong! Everyone is welcome!

Chess: Afternoon Games
2026-06-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join us at the library for a relaxed afternoon of chess. This monthly gathering is designed for adults who enjoy strategy, friendly competition, and conversation. We meet on the third Tuesday of each month from 1:00-3:00 PM.
All skill levels are welcome–from beginners to experienced players. Chess sets are available at the library, or you’re welcome to bring your own.
This is a drop-in program; feel free to join us at any time during the session.

Tech Support Hour
2026-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Are you or someone you know…
Confused or frustrated by technology?
Looking for help doing something specific on a device?
Interested in learning more about how to use a PC or smartphone?
Then stop by the library for the Tech Support Hour! We are here to help you get answers to your tech issues, learn what your device can do for you, and become more self-sufficient.
NO registration required!

Teen Advisory Board Meeting
2026-06-17 15:30 - 16:30 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Want a say in what happens at your library? Need volunteer hours? Looking for a fun way to get involved and make new friends?
Apply to join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! This collaborative group of teens (ages 12-18) works together to shape the libraryâ€™s teen programs, suggest new books for the collection, help decorate the library, and more.
What does TAB do?
Right now, our members are:
Planning fundraisers
Planning a TAB newspaper
Running a Teen Art Club
[Your idea here!]
TAB is all about teamwork! We work together to come up with creative solutions and programs that fit our libraryâ€™s goals and community needs. If youâ€™ve got a vision, TAB will help you shape it into something awesome.
Why join?
Earn volunteer hours: Get credit for attending meetings and helping with programs.
Make an impact: Your voice matters! Be part of creating events and projects that benefit teens like you.
Build leadership and teamwork skills: Learn how to work in a team, take on leadership roles, and contribute to something bigger.
Apply to join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! This collaborative group of teens (ages 12-18) works together to shape the libraryâ€™s teen programs, suggest new books for the collection, help decorate the library, and more.
The group will not meet in December but will go back to the normal schedule in January 2025.

Silent Book Club
2026-06-18 17:30 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Silent Book Club is a space for book lovers who enjoy reading in good company, without the pressure of assigned books or rules around structured discussions. Whether youâ€™re working your way through the classics or diving into a new nonfiction title, our monthly meetups offer a relaxed and quiet environment where you can read at your own pace alongside fellow readers. Join us on the third Thursday of every month from 5:30-6:45 pm. Itâ€™s BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) and all readers are welcome, including but not limited to, ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, and comic books. Afterward, you’re welcome to chat, share recommendations, or simply head home feeling refreshed. Learn more about the club here: https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us

Mah Jongg
2026-06-20 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-06-27 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-07-04 10:15 - 12:15 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
For both experienced and beginning Mah Jongg players. Sets and cards
provided, but players may bring their own.

Great Decisions
2026-06-20 10:30 - 12:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
The Ligonier Great Decisions group follows the national Foreign Policy Associationâ€™s Great Decisionsâ€™ 2026 program. A copy of the book, which includes all 8 topics that will be discussed, can be found at the Ligonier Valley Library â€“ ask staff for assistance. If you would like your own copy, please attend a meeting and discuss getting a book with the moderator. For more information on the program, visit the national website at https://www.fpa.org/great_decisions/.
The Great Decisions group is free and new members are always welcome! Please bring an open mind and be ready for a great discussion!
The meetings are generally held on the third Saturday of each month from 10:30-12 pm at the Ligonier Valley Library. These are in-person meetings. If you are interested in attending virtually, please contact the library or the moderator, Jerry Hudson, at least 3 days before the meeting. If you have any questions, please stop in or call the library at 724-238-6451. You do not need to register for this program.
2026 Topics and Meeting Dates:
January 17, 2026: Debating Americaâ€™s Global Role: America First versus Liberal Internationalism
February 21, 2026: The End of an Era: Trumpâ€™s Tariffs in Historical Perspective
March 21, 2026: US â€“ China Relations in the New Trump Era
April 18, 2026: The Third Nuclear Age: Trump, The Order, and the Bomb
NO SESSIONS IN MAY, JUNE, JULY
August 15, 2026: Ukraine and the Future of European Security
September 19, 2026: Multilateral Institutions in a Changing World Order
October 17, 2026: US Engagement with Africa
November 21, 2026: The Future of Human Rights and International Law in a Divided World
NO SESSION IN DECEMBER

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
2026-06-22 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-06 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
2026-06-22 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-29 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-06 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.

Community Crafting Circle
2026-06-25 17:30 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Bring your current craft project-knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, embroidery, or anything else-and join fellow makers for a relaxing and social crafting session at the Ligonier Valley Library. This is a welcoming space to share ideas, get inspired, and enjoy good company while you work on your latest creation. All skill levels are welcome. Just bring your materials and your creativity!

Take & Make
2026-06-27 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!

Chess Club
2026-06-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Always welcoming new members!

Writers Group
2026-07-01 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!

On Demand Zooming Book Club
2026-07-02 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
2026-07-02 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
2026-07-03 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!

Holiday Library Closed
2026-07-04 09:30 - 17:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Murrysville Community Library will be closed on Saturday, July 4, 2026 in celebration of Independence Day. We will resume regular hours on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Cribbage: Afternoon Games
2026-07-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join us at the library for a relaxed afternoon of cribbage. This monthly gathering is designed for adults who enjoy friendly competition and good conversation. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month from 1:00-3:00 PM.
All skill levels are welcome–bring your cribbage experience or come ready to learn. The library has a limited number of boards available, or youâ€™re welcome to bring your own.
This is a drop-in program; feel free to join us at any time during the session.

Lit & Lively Book Discussion
2026-07-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Love to have lively lit(erature) discussions? So do we.
First Tuesday of the month in the Katie Room (off the children’s library; 2nd floor). Books/Discussions are volunteer member chosen/led.
A limited number of books for the next month will be distributed at the discussion. First come, first served.
Registration Required.

Readers' Choice Book Discussion
2026-07-07 17:30 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Take the lead in your reading! Each month, pick a book that fits our theme–or choose from our library suggestions if you need ideas. At the meeting, share your book, hear what others are reading, and enjoy a relaxed discussion about your different takes on the theme.
We meet the first Tuesday of each month, with a new theme each month. Visit our website to register and for the monthly themes – ligonierlibrary.org.
Whether you love discovering new authors, revisiting favorites, or just chatting about books with fellow readers, Readers’ Choice is a welcoming place for all!

Chai Time with Books
2026-07-07 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. This month’s book is Tilly and the Lost Fairytales by Anna James. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

RPL Book Club
2026-07-08 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.
