Westmoreland County Libraries

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

Historic Ligonier Guided Walking Tours
2026-06-13 10:00 - 15:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join Spencer Pfrogner from the history-minded YouTube channel Redoubt Productions for an hour-long journey into the past, right in the heart of downtown Ligonier. This experience highlights the heritage of several landmarks surrounding the town square. Incredible true stories that you will learn span from the era of the horse-drawn stagecoach, the age of steam railroading and into the rise of the automobile. Guests will walk away learning about the people who continually molded The Diamond in parallel with the ever-changing direction of U.S. History.
Guided Tours will be offered at 10 AM, 12 PM & 2 PM. Tours are free to attend and begin outside the main entrance of the Library building. Tours are outdoors and circle The Diamond with the use of sidewalks and crosswalks. Guests are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather as tours occur rain or shine, with exceptions for severe weather.

Universal Curiosity
2026-06-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Learn why the universe works the way it does and discuss current events happening in space. For children ages 8 – 12, facilitated by Franklin Regional student Roger Huang. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Palabras & Play Storytime
2026-06-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come join Mr. Diego for a fun, interactive, bilingual storytime! Children and caregivers will learn Spanish together through storytime, songs, activities, and play. Language learners of all experience levels are welcome. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102. Ages 2 – 6
Registration Required.

Star Trekking at the Library
2026-06-13 12:00 - 14:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Join Commodore Glenn Smith and the crew of the USS Solstice for an engaging, hands-on event that blends science, imagination, and fun for all ages. Participants will explore a variety of interactive stations, including a LEGO space setup, a comet demonstration, a Star Trek technology display board, and opportunities to learn how to use telescopes. Weather permitting, guests can safely observe the Sun through solar telescopes.
Activities will also include calculating distances in space, discovering how weight changes on different worlds, and exploring the science behind Star Trek concepts. To top it off, attendees may even have the chance to take photos in a Captainâ€™s chair with a themed backdrop and transporter experience, making for an unforgettable journey into science and sci-fi.
Drop in anytime between noon and 2:00 p.m. to launch your imagination, explore the galaxy, and chart your own course through science and space!

Comic Swap
2026-06-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Ready, set, draw! Comic Swap, an interactive comic creating game!
Registration Required.

Sesame Street: Raising Kids in a Digital World
2026-06-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
Come join us for a playful, hands-on workshop to learn about strategies to connect with and without screens. In this Sesame Street sponsored program, we help families find a healthy balance between screen time and family time with free learning materials. The program will be facilitated by our Children’s Librarian, Ms. Sydney. For ages 3 – 5. Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.

Outside the Lines Coloring Days
2026-06-15 00:00 - 23:00 | Mount Pleasant Public Library, 120 S. Church Street, Mount Pleasant, PA, 15666, United States
Whether you’re young or old sometimes you can just need to take a moment to relax and enjoy the simple things.
Materials will be provided for all ages to sit back and enjoy the simple joy of some non-structured coloring time.

Beginner Chess Class
2026-06-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Learn the basic comprehension of beginner chess moves. Each week will be a new technique to learn. Ages 6-12, registration required at delmontlibrary.org, limit 14.
Registration Required.

Unearthed Stories on Facebook & Instagram
2026-06-15 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!

Shake, Rattle, and Read
2026-06-15 09:30 - 10:30 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us for our summer program- Shake, Rattle, and Read!

Library Knitters
2026-06-15 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.

Summer Reading Registration Opens
2026-06-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 West Main Street, Ligonier, PA, 15668, United States
Come unearth a story at the library this summer! Each reader will receive a reading tracker to help chart their summer reading progress and earn chances to win prizes throughout the summer. Visit the library each week for new activities, special challenges, and even more opportunities to win. Open to all readers age 0-18.

Advanced Chess Class
2026-06-15 10:15 - 11:15 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Learn advanced chess techniques each week and practice with other players. Ages 6-12, registration required at delmontlibrary.org, limit 14.
Registration Required.

Adult and Senior Chair YOGA
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.

Fairy Gardeners
2026-06-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Fairy lovers and lovers of gardening unite! We are going to meet for six weeks as we learn many fun and interesting facts about gardening, planting, and all that goes with it. Each week, you will make another accessory to add to your own take-home fairy garden, as well as work on several of the planters located on the Third Street side of the library. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Prehistoric Crafts
2026-06-15 10:30 - 12:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Get creative with prehistoric crafts! Paint, craft, and create your own dinosaur crafts to get started on a summer of dinosaur adventure. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Pre-School Autumn Ridge Farms
2026-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us for a free summer program by Autumn Ridge Farms!

Chess
2026-06-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Penn Area Library, 2001 Municipal Court, Harrison City, PA, 15636, United States
Calling all chess players! Spend the summer putting your skills to the test with our casual tournament-style Chess Club. Traditional chess instruction will return in the fall!
Registration Required.

Private Tutoring
2026-06-15 12:30 - 13:30 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Private tutoring in the community room.

RPL Knitters
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.

Construction Crew at New Kensington
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Peoples Library, 880 Barnes Street, New Kensington, PA, 15068, United States
All ages are invited to join us at our New Kensington library and become part of the construction crew using our building supplies!

Sensory Friendly Fairy Gardening
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
This gardening program is just for children with sensory concerns. We will meet in a smaller group and a quieter environment to learn about planting and gardening, plus work on projects for our take-home fairy gardens. Please note: In order to promote as sensory friendly atmosphere as possible, the library recommends that families with younger siblings consider making alternative arrangements for babies and toddlers when possible. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Books Come Alive! At St. Clair Park
2026-06-15 13:00 - 13:45 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Watch as beloved childrenâ€™s books come alive in a musical performance for the whole family to enjoy! These performances by Westmoreland Performing Arts will are a delightful way to spend time with reimagined classics in some of our beautiful community parks. Each performance will be about 30 minutes long. Mondayâ€™s performances will take place at the Amphitheater at St. Clair Park. Thereâ€™s a Beanstack SECRET CODE for attending a performance at St. Clair Park. Please remember: The parking lots below the St. Clair Park Amphitheatre are leased spaces. Anyone parking there without a lease will be ticketed. No registration required. Note: No performance 7/6
6/15- Young George Washington
6/22 â€“ The Magic School Bus: Journey to the Center of the Earth
6/29 â€“ How to Put Your Dinosaur to Bed
7/13- Capt. Finn and the Dinosaur Pirates
7/20- Sherlock Holmes, Kid Detective: Unearthing the Clues!
7/27 â€“ Super Dinosaur!

Reading Takes You Places
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Jeannette Public Library, 500 Magee Avenue, Jeannette, PA, 15644, United States
We’ll read the book “Pterodactylus” by Graham Coleman. There is also a game planned and we’ll make a flying pterodactyl.

Song & Rhyme Time
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Join Miss Karen for an at-home song and rhyme session to enjoy any time or anywhere! You can follow along on our website or social media.

Elementary- Eastern Woodlands
2026-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Scottdale Public Library, 106 Spring Street, Scottdale, PA, 15683, United States
Join us for a free summer program with Eastern Woodlands.

Stay Safe Outdoors!
2026-06-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Greensburg Hempfield Area Library, 237 S. Pennsylvania Avenue, Greensburg, PA, 15601, United States
Learn how to stay safe when youâ€™re having fun outdoors! This presentation from AmeriHealth Caritas is designed to teach kids about how to stay safe when playing outside all summer long. Registration required.
Registration Required.

Pens & Portals
2026-06-15 16:30 - 17:30 | Delmont Public Library, 75 School Rd, Delmont, PA, 15626, United States
Your next idea starts here. Pens & Portals is your space to write, imagine, and explore–no pressure, no rules, just creativity. Come hang out, try some prompts, and see where your ideas take you. Every Monday from June 15-July 20. Ages 13-18. Limit 10. Register at delmontlibrary.org
Registration Required.

Monday Meditation
2026-06-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Murrysville Community Library, 4130 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA, 15668, United States
A warm welcome to our Monday night meditation experience! Facilitated by Eric D. Biseca, N.D., we are opening the conference room for both beginners and experienced folks who want to explore conscious breathwork, self-awareness and mindfulness in a secular and comfortable format. The facilitation will allow for instruction, reflection, and brief discussion while promoting community culture around mindfulness. We are excited to begin and look forward to all that can participate! Register online at www.murrysvillelibrary.org or call the library at 724-327-1102.
Registration Required.
