PLEASANT HILLS LIBRARY CHILDREN'S AREA

Do you have questions? Please call Ms. Dani at 412-655-2424 ext. 203 or send an email to danylod@pleasanthillslibrary.org.
We look forward to hearing from you!

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Welcome, welcome, welcome!!!

We'd like to extend our most joyous welcome back to Miss Dani!! Miss Dani gave birth to her daughter Corrina on November 18, 2015! Miss Dani is happy to be back and looking forward to resuming storytimes! See below for dates and more information on upcoming programs. Stop in and say hello today!

Corrina loves making silly faces!

We'd also like to extend a a truly heartfelt welcome to Miss Char! Miss Char is excited to work downstairs in the Children's Department on Mondays. Check out some of the awesome programs Miss Char will be doing below! Stop in and introduce yourself today!
Miss Char loves to read!
Click here for a printable version of our February newsletter!

Weekly storytimes with Miss Dani are back!!
Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, starting February 2nd @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - Explore different themes through stories, songs, a craft, and a snack! For children ages 3 1/2 - 6 years old, with or without a caregiver.

Baby Book Nook - Wednesdays, starting February 3rd @ 10:30 am - Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children ages birth - 2 years old, with a caregiver.

TOT Time - Thursdays, starting February 4th @ 10:30 am - Learn and grow with stories, songs, finger plays, fun activities, and a snack! For children ages 2 - 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Check out the other awesome programs happening soon!

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, January 27 & February 24th @ 4:00 pm - Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us on the last Wednesday of every month! We'll have plenty of Legos you can use, but feel free to bring your own too! All of our creations will be put up on display at the end of each session. For children ages 3 and up. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

PJ Family Storytime: Groundhog's Shadow - Monday, February 1st @ 7:00 pm - Are you afraid of your shadow like the Groundhog? Let's find out with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delicious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Fun for the whole family! Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Char at mitchellc2@einetwork.net

Evening Baby Book Nook - Tuesday, February 2nd @ 7:00 pm - Join Miss Terry on the first Tuesday evening of every month for nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children ages birth - 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Mad Young Scientists: Valentine Experiments - Monday, February 8th @ 4:00 pm - Fall in love with science as we try some exciting experiments and learn about our hearts, test out some valentine's candy, and create our own secret messages. Just in case, wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty. A $2 donation per child is requested. For children in Kindergarten - 2nd grade. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Char at mitchellc2@einetwork.net

Valentine Treats - Saturday, February 13th @ 1:00 pm - Make some yummy treats to keep or share, just in time for Valentine's Day! A $2 donation per child is requested. For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

Mine Crafts: Real-Life Characters - Monday, February 15th @ 4:00 pm - We'll watch some Minecraft videos then make REAL-LIFE Minecraft characters such as Steve, Creeper, Ghast, or make your own skin! For children in Grades 3 and up. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Char at mitchellc2@einetwork.net

Taco Tuesday: Teen Book Discussion - Tuesday, February 16th @ 6:00 pm - Bring a friend or two and join Miss Terry for lively discussion and delicious snacks! This month we'll be reading Pictures of Hollis Woods by Patricia Reilly Giff. Request your copy of this month's selection at the circulation desk. For teens in grades 6 - 12. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Terry at reisent2@einetwork.net 

Anime Club - Thursday, February 18th @ 3:30 pm - It's back at a new time!! You won't want to miss the return of our fun anime club! Come watch anime, enjoy Japanese snacks, and talk with fellow enthusiasts! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Dance Party - Monday, February 22nd @ 7:00 pm - Join Miss Char on the fourth Monday evening of every month to turn on your dance moves! Come in your pajamas or dancing shoes! For children ages 2 1/2 and up! No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Contact Miss Dani at 412-655-2424 or danylod@einetwork.net with any questions or concerns!

Monday, January 11, 2016


CHECK OUT THESE AWESOME MONDAY PROGRAMS STARTING IN FEBRUARY!

PJ Family Storytime: Groundhog’s Shadow - Monday, February 1 from 7:00-7:45pm
Are you afraid of your shadow like the Groundhog? Let’s find out with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delicious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun!  Fun for the whole family!  Please register!**

Mad Young Scientists: Valentine Experiments – Monday, February 8 from 4:00-5:00pm
Fall in love with science as we try some exciting experiments as we learn about our hearts, test out some valentine’s candy, and create your own secret messages.  Just in-case, wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty.  For students in Grades K – 2.  A $2.00 donation per child is requested.  Please register!**

Mine Crafts: Real-Life Characters – Monday, February 15 from 4:00-5:00pm 
We will watch some Minecraft videos then make REAL-LIFE Minecraft characters, such as Steve, Creeper, Ghast, or make your own skin!  Geared towards students in Grades 3 & up!  Please register!**

Dance Party – Monday, February 22 from 7:00-7:30pm
Join us the 4th Monday evening every month to turn on your dance moves! Come in your pajamas or dancing shoes.  Geared towards children Ages 2 1/2 to 6 years old!  No need to register - just show up for some fun!

**Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Char at mitchellc2@einetwork.net

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

Winter Program Schedule coming soon!  Miss Dani is still on maternity leave, but once she returns, storytimes should start soon afterwards.  Stop by the Children's Library to meet Miss Char, who will be helping with programs for the next few months and Miss Terry will be around too!  The EventKeeper on the Library's website will be updated as soon as possible with more details.