Westmoreland County Libraries

Babies-N-Books
2026-05-19 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | 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.

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.

Mahjong!
2026-05-18 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!

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.

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.

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.

Private Tutoring
2026-05-18 14:30 - 15:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
There will be a private class in the community room.

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!

Homeschool Investigators: Science Fair!
2026-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.

RPL Knitters
2026-05-18 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.

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
2026-05-18 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.

Library Knitters
2026-05-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
The library knitters meet every other Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in conference room 1. No registration required. Bring your favorite craft and join in on the fun.

Sunday Book Club
2026-05-17 14:30 - 16:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
The book club will meet in the community room. “Remarkably Bright Creatures” will be the book of discussion this month.

Sunday Stories
2026-05-17 09:00 - 10:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit our Facebook page after 9am to enjoy a story!

Knight Writers
2026-05-16 14:00 - 15:00 | Norwin Public Library, 100 Caruthers Lane, Irwin, PA, 15642, United States
May 16th at 2pm at the Norwin Public Library
With Westmoreland Writers Wolf Pack
For Ages 8-10
In these session the children will learn a deeper understanding of the craft of storytelling. This knowledge will be put to use through prompt guided writing sprints encouraging each child to flex their creative muscles and put pen to paper creating a short written story.
Participants do not need to attend all 3 sessions (happening on 4/18, 4/25 & 5/16), but it will be more beneficial if they can.
Space is very limited. Registration is required for each kid participating.

Dungeons & Dragons
2026-05-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Take on the role of a fantasy hero and help tell your story in collaboration with fellow players and Dungeon Master, Alyssa! No background in D&D? No problem! Come to learn about how it works and participate at your own pace. For 6th – 8th graders. The group meets the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month. Register for each session separately online @ www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. If no openings area available, make sure to register for the waiting list. Walk-ins will no longer be accepted.
Registration Required.

Stan Gordon Presents
2026-05-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
UFO & Bigfoot Researcher and Author, Stan Gordon, will present an illustrated lecture where he will reveal startling newer details regarding the Kecksburg, PA UFO incident. December 9, 2025, marked the 60th anniversary since a mysterious object fell from the sky into a wooded area near Kecksburg in Westmoreland County. Whatever that object was it apparently was important enough that the military responded quickly to that area. Stan will discuss many details surrounding what took place around the landing site that evening. Was there something alive inside of the object? Why has the public never been told the truth of what was recovered that day? Stan will also give an update on recent UFO, Bigfoot, and cryptid encounters that have taken place around the Pittsburgh area and state. He will also be doing a book and DVD signing. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Beginners' Painting Class
2026-05-16 11:00 - 13:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
This program provides adults with a lesson in basic painting techniques. Each adult will go home with a unique canvas art piece they create. All supplies are provided and no experience is necessary. Registration is required!
Registration Required.

Great Decisions
2026-05-16 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

Mah Jongg
2026-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Energy Independence for Pennsylvania: Private Meeting
2026-05-16 09:00 - 15:30 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
PRIVATE meeting/discussion regarding solar energy.

Storytime with Ms. Lynn
2026-05-15 13:00 - 13:45 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
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.

Construction Crew at Lower Burrell
2026-05-15 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!

Young Adult Book Club
2026-05-14 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!

One Book, One Community (And One Movie): Johnny Tremain
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
From now until May 14 we’ll have multiple copies of Ester Forbes’ Johnny Tremain available for people to borrow. Then, on May 14 we’ll meet up at the library to discuss the book and watch the Disney adaptation.
This work of historical fiction is set in Boston prior to and during the outbreak of the American Revolution. It follows a promising apprentice silversmith, Johnny Tremain as he is drawn into the Revolutionary War, and becomes a patriot fighting to free the colonies from England. Along the way he learns about life and about himself.
Stop on by for your copy today!

Book & Craft: Flower Bouquet
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Make your own bouquet of flowers to celebrate Spring. This craft is for children 5 & up, so younger children will need help.
To register, call the Childrenâ€™s Room at 724-537-4383 or stop by the Childrenâ€™s Room desk.
Registration Required.

Adult Watercolor Painting With Camille
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Paint a watercolor painting. Sign up for each session separately. The painting changes each date.
Registration Required.

Family Crafts Studio
2026-05-14 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!

Private Meeting
2026-05-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
There will be a private meeting in the community room.
