Westmoreland County Libraries

Chess Club
2026-06-04 17:00 - 18:00 UTC | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Monthly Chess Club for ages 17 and under.
Drop in for casual games, practice strategies, or try out new moves at your own pace. Players of all skill levels are welcome, and families can play together.
No registration required. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

The Stitchers
2026-06-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
The Stitchers Needle Arts Group meets the 1st Thursday of the month. A simple, no stress, meeting space for people interested in Needle and String Arts.

On Demand Zooming Book Club
2026-06-04 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
2026-06-04 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
2026-06-05 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!

Construction Crew at Lower Burrell
2026-06-05 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!

Mah Jongg
2026-06-06 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-06-13 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.

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
2026-06-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-06-15 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
2026-06-08 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-15 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.

LEGO Club!
2026-06-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Rostraver Public Library, 700 Plaza Drive, Belle Vernon, PA, 15012, United States
Fun for the whole family. Your creations can be inspired by our monthly theme or wherever your imagination takes you…
NO registration required.

Scrabble: Afternoon Games
2026-06-09 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 Scrabble. This monthly gathering is designed for adults who enjoy friendly competition and good conversation. We meet on the second Tuesday of each month from 1:00-3:00 PM.
All skill levels are welcome–whether youâ€™re a seasoned wordsmith or just enjoy a good game. 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.

RPL Book Club
2026-06-10 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.

Trustees of the Monessen Public Library
2026-06-10 17:15 - 18:15 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
The Board of Trustees of the Monessen Public Library will meet. The meeting is open to the public

The Write Time
2026-06-10 17:30 - 19:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Having trouble staying focused while writing at home? Need some writing accountability partners?
Join us for a monthly Write-in at the library. Bring your laptop or pen and paper along with your work in progress, outline, or ideas and sit alongside fellow writers while you work on your individual projects.
This isnâ€™t a critique program. No one will be asked to share anything — just come and enjoy a quiet, focused â€œWrite Time.â€
This program is for teens through adults. Please register in advance.
Registration Required.

Family Crafts Studio
2026-06-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Monthly open crafts studio time for families with children preschool age and up.
We provide a variety of craft supplies for self-guided creativity.
Families may start a project, bring in works-in-progress from home, or return each month to continue building over time.
An optional featured craft is sometimes available.
Adult participation required. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

Young Adult Book Club
2026-06-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Sewickley Township Public Library, 201 Highland Avenue, Herminie, PA, 15637, United States
Calling all lovers of young adult literature!
Join Crystal for a fun and engaging book discussion!
Books are available at the Library! Stop in any time we are open for your copy.
Questions? Call 724.446.9940 or email sewickley@wclibraries.org!

Chess Club
2026-06-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Always welcoming new members!

Friends of the Monessen Public Library
2026-06-15 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.

Mahjong!
2026-06-15 18:00 - 19:00 | 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.

Understanding Waste, Landfills, and Recycling with Westmoreland Cleanways
2026-06-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
On average, Americans throw away 4.9 pounds of garbage per day. But that trash does not â€œgo away,â€ nor does it magically disappear. Today, during National Waste and Recycling Workers Week , join Natalie from Westmoreland Cleanways and Recycling to dive into the ins and outs of solid waste management, from how landfills function, to our need to minimize our garbage. Learn how our efforts in reducing, reusing, and recycling can help to conserve landfill space as well as our environment for generations to come. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Tuesday Afternoon Book Group
2026-06-16 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 On the Road by Jack Kerouac. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Powdermill Nature Explorer Series
2026-06-16 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.

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.

Monthly Book Club
2026-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
Meet and discuss a new book selection every month.

Thursday Morning Book Group
2026-06-18 11:00 - 12:30 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The group meets the third Thursday morning of each month from 11am to 1:30pm. The book for discussion this month is The Magnolia Palace by Fiona Davis. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.
