First Chapter Friday
2026-08-07 09:00 - 10:00 UTC | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
Visit our Facebook page anytime after 9am to hear First Chapter Friday!

Mah Jongg
2026-08-08 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-08-15 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-08-22 10:15 - 12:15, 2026-08-29 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.

Beginners' Painting Class
2026-08-08 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.

RPL Knitters
2026-08-10 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-17 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-24 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-08-31 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!
2026-08-10 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
2026-08-11 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
2026-08-12 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
2026-08-12 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
2026-08-12 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
2026-08-13 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!

Great Decisions
2026-08-15 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

Friends of the Monessen Public Library
2026-08-17 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!
2026-08-17 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
2026-08-18 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.

Tuesday Afternoon Book Group
2026-08-18 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 Broken Country by Claire Leslie Hall. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Powdermill Nature Explorer Series
2026-08-18 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
2026-08-19 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
2026-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Monessen Public Library, 326 Donner Avenue, Monessen, PA, 15062, United States
Meet and discuss a new book selection every month.

STEM Night
2026-08-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
STEM Night is a monthly drop-in program for children ages 3 and up.
Kids and families explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities and special experiences. Activities may include open exploration, guided activities, or special presentations. The Children’s Wing is also open for play.
Adult participation encouraged. | Drop-in. | Come when you can.

Take & Make
2026-08-22 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!

Lego Club
2026-08-27 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!

Community Crafting Circle
2026-08-27 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!

Cribbage: Afternoon Games
2026-09-01 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.
