Westmoreland County Libraries

Summer Reading Club Story time
2026-06-24 11:00 - 11:30 UTC | 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.

Chess Club for Kids
2026-06-25 16:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Lego Club
2026-06-25 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Monthly LEGO Club for children of all ages.
Build with jumbo blocks, Duplo train sets, and classic LEGO bricks.
Families can drop in, create at their own pace, and return each month to continue projects or try something new.
Creations will be featured in the library’s LEGO display.
Adult participation encouraged. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

Shelf Help Book Club
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us for a nonfiction book club!

Bunco!
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us in June, July and August for Bunco! Ages 18 and up! Fourth Thursday of June, July and August at 6:00pm.
Must pre-register! https://forms.gle/HfWvYM1fkRTx3X7x8
Registration Required.

CANCELLED Library Foundation Board Meeting
2026-06-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
CANCELLED 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.

Unearthed Stories on Facebook & Instagram
2026-06-26 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit us on Facebook or Instagram after 9am for a story that ties with this summer’s Unearth a Story theme!

Playground Story Time
2026-06-26 09:30 - 10:00 | Youngwood Area Public Library
Come hear some stories, sing some songs, and have fun at the Playground! Every Friday (weather permitting) library staff will bring some stories and songs to the playground to share with all their friends. This story time will be held outdoors at the playground directly next door to the Youngwood Library. There will be no story time on rainy days. Registration is encouraged but not required. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Families are encouraged to bring something to sit on. No Story time on July 3
Registration Required.

CANCELLED FOR TODAY - Storytime with Ms. Sydney
2026-06-26 10:00 - 10:45 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
CANCELLED FOR TODAY – 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.

Death in the Stacks Book Discussion Group
2026-06-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Death in the Stacks is a book discussion group for mystery and thriller lovers, exploring everything from cozy mysteries and hard-boiled detectives to psychological suspense and spy thrillers. If you enjoy great reads and lively conversation, this is the group for you!
The group meets from 11 am-12 pm on the 4th Friday of February, April, June, August, and October. Registration is strongly requested to ensure that we set up enough seats and that we order enough copies for participants who wish to borrow that month’s title from us. Walk-ins are always welcome!
This month we are reading The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon — visit ligonierlibrary.org to register

Construction Crew at Lower Burrell
2026-06-26 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!

Drop-in Teen Art Hour
2026-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Bring projects and a love for art to the library in a laid-back social hour to hang out with other artists. Art supplies will be provided but feel free to bring your own, no registration required!

ESL Book Giveaway
2026-06-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Special in-person event for non-native speakers! Free Books! Drop in anytime between 1pm and 3pm to meet and chat with ESL Conversation Group moderator Christine Telfer as well as other English language learners attending the event. Select from ESL and U.S. Citizenship books and materials she and the library no longer need. Learn about more opportunities to practice English this summer in library-hosted online ESL Conversation Groups. No registration required.
