Westmoreland County Libraries

Mini Maker Day
2026-06-23 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Youngwood Area Public Library
Weâ€™re bringing the monthly Maker Day Fun to Youngwood! Stop by and try out some of the fun Makerspace activities and equipment that we feature at our monthly Maker Days at the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library. Make a button, build, craft, and more! What will you create? Registration recommended but not required
Registration Required.

Virtual Author Talk: The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook
2026-06-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lankaâ€™s best family spice farms, on Tuesday, June 23rd at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream or video-on-demand after the talk.
Register and learn more at ligonierlibrary.org

Annual Historic Photo Show Opening Reception
2026-06-23 16:00 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
The Opening Reception for this year’s Historic Photography Show, “The Road to the Revolutionary War in Ligonier Valley,” will be held from 4:00 – 6:45 on Tuesday, June 23. Visitors will be able to view the exhibit, talk with committee members and others about the Revolution, and enjoy some snacks.
Beginning at 5:30 Monty Murty will give a PowerPoint presentation, “American Scripture – the Declaration of Independence.” His presentation will be filled with art of the period and give an account of the process of writing, signing and publishing copies of the text. Mr. Murty takes his title from the title of Dr. Pauline Maier’s award winning book, considered THE authoritative history of the process of making the Declaration. He will give some little known facts and also answer questions as well as provide a one-page annotated bibliography of suggested reading.

Teen Art Club
2026-06-23 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

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
2026-06-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
TAB is a group of people ages 12-18 who help the library run teen-centered programs, recommend young adult books/movies for the library to buy, promote the library to their friends, and generally help the library better serve teens. Learn more at www.murrysvillelibrary.org/teen-services. No registration required

American Scripture - The Declaration of Independence
2026-06-23 17:30 - 18:45 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Monty Murty will give a PowerPoint presentation, “American Scripture – the Declaration of Independence.” His presentation will be filled with art of the period and give an account of the process of writing, signing and publishing copies of the text. Mr. Murty takes his title from the title of Dr. Pauline Maier’s award winning book, considered THE authoritative history of the process of making the Declaration. He will give some little known facts and also answer questions as well as provide a one-page annotated bibliography of suggested reading.

Inked & Glued
2026-06-23 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.

Homer the Pigeon
2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Meet Homer, the pigeon who wears pants! Elizabeth Shaver will discuss the importance of pigeons during WWII and will have message capsules from the time to show the audience. Also, have your picture taken with Homer! ALL AGES! (Best for children 6 and up.) Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Alice In Wonderland Party
2026-06-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Tumble down the rabbit hole and have an adventure at this Wonderland-themed party! From teacups to Cheshire cats, we have it all! This program is held at Christ the Divine Teacher School Cafeteria and requires registration! To register, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383.
Registration Required.

Can You Dig It? Mock Archeology Dig
2026-06-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Enjoy a fun program experiencing what itâ€™s like to be on an archeology dig from the experts at Fort Ligonier! This program is for child ages 6 to 12 and requires registration. Space is limited! To register, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383.
Registration Required.

Butterfly Lesson
2026-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Learn about butterflies through a special storytime and lesson organized by the Murrysville Garden Club! This lesson is designed to get kids ready for the butterfly release in July and help their imaginations take flight! Ages 4 – 8. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Storytime "The Great Cookie Kerfuffle"
2026-06-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Manor Public Library, 44 Main Street, Suite 500, Manor, PA, 15665, United States
Story, craft, and more! Each family will receive a free copy of the book to keep. Ages 3 and up. Space is limited and registration is required.
Registration Required.

Summer Reading Club Story time
2026-06-24 11:00 - 11:30 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
Miss Sarah will have a different program every Wednesday at 11:00 AM.

Puzzles for Grownups
2026-06-24 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.

Teen Craft : Dinosaur Bag
2026-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Be fashionable this summer and make your own dinosaur bag! This craft session is for kids & teens ages 11+. This program requires registration. To register, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383
Registration Required.

Mahjong
2026-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 | 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 to 3 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!

Puzzle Speed Build Competition
2026-06-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Description: Test your teamwork and puzzle-solving skills in our Speed Puzzling Competition! Eight teams of four will complete the same 500-piece puzzle in the fastest time. Teams will work together to sort and assemble their puzzle before the clock runs out. Only one member of each four-person team is required to register for this event. Team members do not need to register individually. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102
Registration Required.

Kidâ€™s Craft & Storytime: Paper Plate Dino
2026-06-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Stomp on over to Caldwell Memorial Library for a fun paper plate dino craft and some dino stories! To register, please call Caldwell Memorial Library at 724-694-1401 ext. 3110!
Registration Required.

Wiggles & Wonders
2026-06-25 10:00 - 11:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
For ages 0 – 2 years.
Each session includes songs, rhymes, movement, and interactive play that support early development. Bring your favorite blanket to sit on– floor time is part of the fun
Registration Required.

Wee Read
2026-06-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for children birth to 2Â½ years old & their caregivers. It combines songs, rhymes, and books for a fun and engaging early literacy experience. The same Wee Read session is repeated each week. This program requires registration. To register, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383.
Registration Required.

Arts, Crafts & STEM at New Kensington
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
All ages are welcome to join us at our New Kensington library for a fun and exciting STEM based craft project.

Dinosaur Silhouette Painting
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Create a beautiful dinosaur painting on canvas using a silhouette of your choice.
Registration Required.

Garden Club Membership Meeting
2026-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The Murrysville Garden Club Membership Meeting will take place on Thursday, June 25 at 11:00am at Townsend Park in the lower pavilion. They will be hosting a Covered Dish Picnic & Plant Auction.

Open Scrabble Play
2026-06-25 11:00 - 13:00 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Come down to Scottdale Library to play scrabble! Open to all ages!

Storytime
2026-06-25 11:30 - 12:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for children ages 2Â½ to 5 years old who enjoy listening to stories, and their caregivers. It
features books, songs, and rhymes. The same Storytime session is repeated each week. This program requires registration. To register, please stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room or call 724-537-4383.
Registration Required.

Knitting Group
2026-06-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Join our friendly group of knitters at our New Kensington library – from beginner to expert, everyone is welcome.

Dinosaurs with the Natural History Museum
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Educators from the Carnegie Museum of Natural History are coming to the library for a science adventure class with a hands-on activity to learn more about fossils and dinosaurs! Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Arts, Crafts & STEM at Lower Burrell
2026-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
All ages are welcome to join us at our Lower Burrell library for a fun and exciting STEM based craft project.

Chakra Yoga Workshop
2026-06-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Each session in this 8-week workshop will focus on a specific chakra.
We explore its effects on the body, mind, and spirit, then practice yoga poses tailored to that chakra. Next, we proceed with a guided meditation. Afterward, participants use sketch pads and colored pencils to create art inspired by their experiences. In the final session, we integrate everything with an extended yoga flow for all chakras, complemented by a guided meditation journey through each chakra.
Ages 14+
Registration Required.

Summer Math Club
2026-06-25 15:30 - 16:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Attention rising third graders! Join us for Summer Math Club, where we will be focusing on keeping our math skills sharp over the summer. Our Summer Math Club is packed with fun games to keep your mind ready for third grade! Register separately for each class on our events calendar at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at (724) 327-1102.
Registration Required.
