May the Fourth be with YOU!

May the Fourth be with YOU!

Click HERE to see all the amazing Star Wars items you can check out at our Library 

(books, movies, and more!) 

Currently, children's programs are being scheduled month-to-month. Make sure to check our event calendar for the most up-to-date schedule!

Weekly Storytimes are back!

NO Registration necessary - just show up ready for fun! Space is limited so please try to arrive on time. Questions or concerns? Contact Ms. Dani!

OUTDOOR Family Storytime ~ Tuesdays @ 10:30 am
If the sun in shining, join us at the Pleasant Hills Arboretum to sing, dance, and read stories together while enjoying the beautiful outdoors! If the weather is less than ideal, storytime will be held inside the Pleasant Hills Public Library. Check the Library’s Facebook page for updates. The Pleasant Hills Arboretum is located at 181 West Bruceton Road.

Baby Book Nook ~ Wednesdays @ 10:30 am
Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more!
Geared towards children birth - 2 years old, with a caregiver.

TOT Time ~ Thursdays @ 10:30 am
Learn and grow with stories, songs, rhymes, and more!
Geared towards children 2 - 4 years old, with a caregiver.

Programs for Children & Families:

Some of our regular monthly programs are taking a break as we prepare for SUMMER READING!! More information on Summer Reading coming soon!

You can watch past virtual programs on the Library's Facebook page AND YouTube Channel. Make sure to like & subscribe!

To register for ANY program, please click the links below OR email Ms. Dani - danylod@pleasanthillslibrary.org

Family Craft Night: Spring Pointillism Pictures ~ Monday, May 9 @ 6:30 pm
Are you feeling crafty but don't want to deal with the mess at home? Join us at the library for a fun family painting adventure! Ms. Dani will walk you through step-by-step in the creation of your own tape resist watercolor painting. You can make your name, your initial, various shapes, and many more cool designs with the easy painting technique! Fun for the whole family! Registration is limited AND required.

Zoom Book VS. Movie ~ Monday, May 23 @ 6:00 pm

Grab some snacks and join us on Zoom for a fun chat and a movie! Read Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh as a family then join us as we stream the movie adaptation together. Afterwards, we'll talk about what we liked and didn't like, and most importantly, which was better! Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

Lego Club Extravaganza ~ Thursday, May 26 @ 4:00 pm

Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us on the last Thursday of the month! Build whatever you want with our Lego and when you’re done, we’ll put it up on display for all to enjoy. For children ages 3 and up. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun! Space is limited so please try to arrive on time.

Click HERE to view our May Children, Teen, and Family Program Newsletter.

April showers bring May flowers...AND OUTDOOR STORYIME!!

***UPDATE: The start date of our Outdoor Storytime Series has been postponed to May 11. Sorry for any inconvenience.***

The weather is finally getting warmer, which means we're finally able to offer an outdoor in-person storytime!! We've missed in-person storytime and are willing to bet you have too! So grab a blanket or chair, put on your favorite face mask, and join Ms. Dani at the Pleasant Hills Arboretum every Tuesday, starting May 11, at 10:30 am for stories, songs, and fun!

**This program is weather permitting. **

**Check the Library's Facebook page for updates and cancellations.**

The Pleasant Hills Arboretum is located at 181 West Bruceton Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15236. Please visit their website for more information: http://www.pleasanthillsarboretum.org/

Things to know:
-Masks are required for adults and children over 2.
-We'll be in the grass so please bring something to sit on (chairs/blankets/etc.)
-Parking is limited.

-Please consider wearing sunscreen and/or bug spray.

Questions? Contact Ms. Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

Lego fun at home!

The last Wednesday of the month has traditionally been LEGO Club Day at Pleasant Hills Public Library! Unfortunately the Library is still closed so we can't be together to build today.

 Below are some fun resources about LEGO's that you can explore at home.

For our younger friends, check out this awesome collection of LEGO DUPLO videos of favorite rhymes and songs. We particularly enjoyed "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" and "Old MacDonald."

For older friends, check out the LEGO Kids Experience to play online games, watch LEGO videos, and learn about new Lego sets.

Did you know that you can get a FREE LEGO Life magazine subscription if you have children at home that are between 5 - 9 years old? This awesome quarterly magazine features comics, posters, activities, and much more! To learn more, please CLICK HERE.

Online book festivals!!!

If you've ever wanted to attend a book festival but didn't because it was too far away, cost too much, or wasn't feasible for whatever reason....

Now is your chance!!

BookExpo, the publishing industry's leading trade event, is going to be online this year from May 26 - 29 which means that everyone can attend for free!

Traditionally a place where booksellers, librarians, specialty retailers and national chains, publishers and tastemakers could come together, this move to a virtual presentation allows book lovers everywhere to come together to discover the latest titles, authors, technology, trends, and so much more! 

Running May 26 - 29, BookExpo Online will feature authors, experts, and publishing experts sharing their great work and ideas. The first day is full of educational sessions. Later sessions include Adult and Children's Book Dinners where literary giants and celebrity authors will join the conversation! (Here's your chance to hear Judy Blume talk!!!) Don't miss the BookExpo Buzz sessions (Adult, YA, and Middle Grade) to learn about exciting new titles! All the sessions will be on BookExpo's Facebook page so make sure to check it out! 

Click HERE for a complete sessions schedule.

BookCon, an event where storytelling and pop culture collide, is going virtual this year from May 30 - 31! BookConline will feature sessions with different authors and publishers to give you a first look at debut books and behind-the-scenes peek at some of your favorite titles! Plus there will be ARC giveaways, quizzes, trivia, and more fun yet to be announced! Sessions will be on BookCon's Facebook page so make sure to check it out! Don't forget to join the BookCon Official Facebook Group for the latest details.

Click HERE for a complete sessions schedule.

Want more? Check out this amazing list of virtual book related events!

EQT Children's Theater Festival @ HOME!

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it across the world. Schools have been moved to remote learning, libraries and other public institutions have closed their physical doors while throwing their virtual ones wide open, and events and festivals have been cancelled or postponed. It's easy to get discouraged with so much changing, but there's still lots of things to look forward to like the 34th annual EQT Children's Festival happening May 14 - 17, 2020!

The EQT Children's Theater Festival has decided that instead of cancelling this year, they're going to move their awesome annual festival online! They are working with featured performing artists, local artists and organizations, and more to bring us a re-imagined version of the festival that can enjoyed from anywhere! There will be digital engagement opportunities that amplifies the work of local organizations that are creating and distributing content for young audiences and their families! You can expect virtual learning activities, opportunities to engage with featured performing artists, special performances from local performers, and more fun surprises! The festival runs from May 14 - 17, 2020 but you can start the fun now with the Frog Stop Scavenger Hunt!

Click HERE to see a list of festival events!

Click HERE to learn more about the Frog Stop Scavenger Hunt!

Guinness World Records AT HOME!

Do you have what it takes to break a WORLD RECORD?!?

The amazing folks at Guinness Book of World Records has created an at-home platform for kids and their families to explore the stories of people who have set world records AND try breaking some of their own! The site includes weekly challenges, #gwrchallenge, where participants have a week to become the best at things like flipping and catching a full deck of playing cards faster than anyone else in the world!There is also a "Try This at Home" series, a Records of the Day podcast, and a cool trivia contest families can play.

Check it out HERE!

May the 4th Be with You!

May 4th is known across the galaxy as Star Wars Day! 

How do you plan to celebrate?

Need ideas? Check out this awesome article features on StarWars.com for awesome craft, food, and activity ideas! CLICK HERE for ideas!

Some of your favorite actors from the Star Wars franchise have read their favorite Star Wars picture books for you to enjoy! Check out Joonas Suotamo (Chewbacca), Anthony Daniels (C-3PO), Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano), and Daisy Ridley (Rey Skywalker) reading to you and your family this Star Wars Day!

Even more FREE eResources from publishers for YOU!

Andrew McMeel Publishing, known for publishing such great series as Phoebe and Her Unicorn and Big Nate, is offering a FREE middle-grade eBook every week! All you need to do to access their weekly free eBook is to sign up for their newsletter, which you can do HERE!

They also have a plethora of amazing free resources you can download. 

Check out their resources page HERE.

ABDO Publishing, known for their amazingly vast collection of non-fiction and fiction titles for children and young adults, is offering access to their digital collection for FREE through June 2020. Check out their digital collections HERE.

Capstone Publishing, through their Reading is for Everyone campaign, is offering FREE access to their digital learning products PebbleGo and Capstone Interactive eBooks.

They are also offering tons of great resources for activities, science experiments, and other fun projects you can do at home to support learning. 

Check it out HERE!

It's gonna to be MAY!

Weekly storytimes are taking a break in May, but don't fret, there's still lots of other fun things happening at the Library!

Plus, SUMMER READING IS COMING SOON! Check back for more information about all the awesomeness that is Summer Reading Club!

Click here for a printable version of our May program newsletter.

Special programs for teens in grades 6 - 12:

Classic Cartoons - Thursday, May 3 @ 3:30 pm - Come relax afterschool and watch some old school classic cartoons. Enjoy popcorn while watching old favorites and making some new favorites. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun.

Games N@ - Thursday, May 10 @ 3:30 pm - Bring your friends and challenge each other to a game of Uno, Trivia, and others! Feel like dancing with Just Dance or racing your best friend in Mario Kart? We've got that too! Don't forget about the pizza! No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Practice SAT or ACT with The Princeton Review - Saturday, May 12 @ 11:00 am - Join the folks from The Princeton Review for a FREE full-length pencil and paper practice exam. Choose between taking the SAT or the ACT exam. Get a feel for the real exam for free before you take it! Please register by visiting the Library, calling 412-655-2424, or online here: https://www.princetonreview.com/product/offerings?id=380388&z=15211

Fun Programs for Childrens & Teens:

Magnet & Pinback Button Making - Tuesday, May 29 @ 4:00 pm - Learn how to make your very own decorative magnets and pinback buttons. We'll search through old magazines for awesome pictures plus we'll create our own unique designs. For children and teens in Kindergarten - 12th grade. Please register!

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, May 30 @ 4:00 pm - Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us on the last Wednesday of every month! Come build whatever you want and when you're done, we'll put it up on display for everyone to enjoy! For children and teens ages 3 and up. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Family Fun:

PJ Family Storytime: 7 ate 9 - Monday, May 7 @ 7:00 pm - Why was 6 afraid of 7? Because seven eight (ate) nine! Join us for humorous number stories, songs, games, a numerical craft, and a scrumptious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Please register!

Mom & Me Spa - Monday, May 14 @ 6:30 pm - Children are invited to bring their favorite woman to the Library for an exquisitie night of pampering! We'll make bath bombs, bath salts, and other spa essentials! Enjoy light refreshments while delighting in each other's company. A $2 donation per person is requested and will be collected at the event. Recommended for children ages 6 and up with a caregiver. Please register!

Family Building Workshop - Thursday, May 17 @ 11:00 am - Enjoy the day off of school at the Library! We'll have a variety of building materials on hand to explore and create with! Lincoln Logs, Magna-Tiles, marshmallows, toothpicks, paper tubes, and so much more! Recommended for families with children ages 2 and up. Please register!

To register for ANY program, please visit the Library, call 412-655-2424, or email Ms. Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

May...when it's almost summer, but not quite...

Weekly Storytimes are about to end....that is, of course, until they return in June!!!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesday, April 25 @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - For children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old, with or without a caregiver.

**Returning June 6th!**

Baby Book Nook - Wednesday, April 26 @ 10:30 & 11:30 am - For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

**Returning June 7th!**

TOT Time - Thursday, April 27 @ 10:30 am - For children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

**Returning June 8th!**

HEY TEENS! We offer some pretty cool programs just for you!

Anime Club - Thursdays, April 20 & May 18 @ 3:30 pm - Join fellow enthusiasts on the third Thursday of every month to watch some anime, sample Japanese snacks, and talk about manga. For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Free Practice SAT Test with Princeton Review - Saturday, April 22 from 11:00 am - 3:30 pm - Join the folks from the Princeton Review for a free full-length practice SAT exam. Get a feel for the real exam before you take it! For teens in grades 9 - 12. Please register by calling the Library or visiting www.princetonreview.com/events

Games N@ - Thursday, May 11 @ 3:30 pm - We're breaking out the best classic and new board games including Settlers of Catan, Fluxx, and Zombie Dice just to name a few! And just for fun, we'll set up the Wii too! Plus there will be snacks! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Check out these other awesome upcoming programs!!!

Which was Better: Book VS. Movie Family Book Club - Mondays, April 24 & May 22 @ 6:00 pm - Read a classic children's book together as a family then come watch the movie adaptation at the library! We'll snack on popcorn and punch while we discuss the similarities and differences and ultimately decide which was better! Recommended for families with children ages 5 and older. Please register!

April: Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert O'Brien

May: Mary Poppins by L.P. Travers

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesdays, April 26 & May 31 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us on the last Wednesday of every month! Build whatever you want and when you're done, we'll put it up on display! For children ages 3 and up. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

PJ Family Storytime: Mother Goose is on the Loose - Monday, May 1 from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - It's Mother Goose Day! Join us for stories featuring all of Mother Goose's crazy characters, silly songs, fun games, an awesome craft, and a delicious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Family program. Please register!

May the Fourth Be With You: Crafts & Games - Thursday, May 4 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - In a galaxy far, far away...actually, the Library isn't that far away at all! Join us for crafts, games, and other fun activities that will celebrate the beloved franchise that is Star Wars! Move from station to station to become the ultimate Jedi Master. For children ages 4 and up, with or without a caregiver. Please register!

Mom & Me Spa Night @ the Library - Monday, May 8 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Children are invited to bring their favorite leading lady to the Library for an exquisite night of pampering! We'll make bath bombs, body scrubs, and paint our nails! Enjoy refreshments while delighting in each others company. A $2 donation per person is requested and will be collected at the event. Recommended for children ages 6 and up, with an adult. Please register!

Learn How to Play Chess - Tuesday, May 16 from 4:00 - 5:30 pm - Learn the art of chess from a U.S. Candidate Master! David Donohoe will teach us some basic strategy and tactics then we'll play a few rounds. For children and teens in grades 4 - 12. Please register!

To register for ANY program, please visit the Library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

Click HERE for a printable version of our May newsletter.

It's not too late for fun!

There's still time to sign up and be a part of our Stuffed Animal Sleepover happening THIS WEEKEND!!! 

Drop-off your beloved stuffed animal friend anytime during normal operating hours (10am - 4pm) on Friday, May 13th in the Children's Department. Return on Saturday, May 14th at 11:30 am for a joyous reunion filled with stories, songs, crafts, and delicious breakfast snacks! A $2 donation per person is requested at drop-off. 

Please visit the library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

While you're busy registering for our awesome Stuffed Animal Sleepover, please consider attending another one of our wonderful programs! Keep reading to learn more!

Angry Birds Battle - Monday, May 16 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - The movie is coming out soon so let's prepare by having our own Angry Birds battle in the library! Work in teams or on your own to construct a tower. Then see if you can knock down your opponents' tower! Feel free to bring recyclables to help in the construction of your tower. For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register!

Taco Tuesday: Teen Book Discussion - Tuesday, May 17 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm - Bring a friend or two and join Miss Terry for lively discussion and delicious snacks! This month we'll be reading Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Request your copy at the circulation desk. For teens in grades 6 - 12. Please register!

Anime Club - Thursday, May 19 from 3:30 - 4:30 pm - Are you an anime fan? Join fellow enthusiasts right after school as we watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Mad Hatter's Wonderland Tea Party - Monday, May 23 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm - Children and grown-ups of all ages are invited to put on their best or silliest hat for a wonderful tea party inside the library! We'll sample various teas, enjoy dainty snacks, play a silly game or two, and even make a fun craft! A $5 donation per person is requested and will be collected at the event. All ages welcome! Please register!

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, May 25 from 4:00 - 5:00 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 our session. For children ages 3 and up. Please register! 

To register for ANY program, please visit the library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

May fun at the library!

Check out these awesome programs happening SOON!

Tail Waggin' Tutors - Monday, May 9 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm - The dogs are back at the library! Trained therapy dogs will be here hoping to hear a story or two! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry friends! 

For children ages 4 and up - reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover -  

DROP- OFF:Friday, May 13 anytime between 

10:00 am-4:00 pm PICK-UP BRUNCH STORYTIME: Saturday, May 14 from 11:30-12:30 pm - Ever wonder what your stuffed animals get up to when you're asleep? Drop your stuffed friends off in the Children's Department during normal operating hours on Friday and come back Saturday to see what kind of mischief they got into! We'll celebrate the reunion with stories, songs, crafts, and 

scrumptious snacks! A $2 donation, per child, is requested and will be collected at drop-off. Fun for the whole family! Please register!

Angry Birds Battle - Monday, May 16 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm -  

The movie is coming out soon so let's prepare by having our own Angry Birds battle in the library! Work in teams or on your own to construct a tower. Then see if you can knock down your opponents' towers! Feel free to bring recyclables to help in the construction of your tower.For children in Kindergarten-5th grade. Please register!

Taco Tuesday - Tuesday, May 17 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm - 

 

Bring a friend or two and join Miss Terry for lively discussion and delicious snacks! This month we'll be reading Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Request your copy of this month's selection at the circulation desk. For students in grades 6-12. Please register!

 

Anime Club - Thursday, May 19 from 3:30 - 4:30 pm - Are you an anime fan? Then please join fellow enthusiasts right after school as we watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks! For students in grades 6-12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

To register for ANY program, please visit the library, 

call 412-655-2424, 

or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

For a printable version of our May newsletter - CLICK HERE!

April showers bring May flowers!

The end of April means the end of our Spring Weekly Storytime session. We have ONE MORE WEEK of STORYTIMES until we take a short break! 

Don't fret though - storytimes will resume the week of June 7th!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesday, April 26 @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - For children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old, with or without a caregiver.

Baby Book Nook - Wednesday, April 27 @ 10:30 am - For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

TOT Time - Thursday, April 28 @ 10:30 am - For children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Check out our other awesome upcoming programs!

Craft Closet Clean-Out ~ Saturday, April 23 from 12:30—3:30 pm ~ Stop by the library anytime between 12:30—3:30 pm and let your imagination run wild as you make a fun craft or two from our surplus supplies! We have tons of odds and ends you can use to make your very own unique creations!  Fun for the whole family! No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Lego Extravaganza Club ~ Wednesday, April 27 from 4:00 — 5:00 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 our 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 Storytime: I Love You, Mom! ~ Monday, May 2 from 7:00 — 7:45 pm ~ Mother’s Day is almost here! Let’s show Mom how much you love her 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 Terry at riesent2@einetwork.net

Evening Baby Book Nook ~ Tuesday, May 3 from 7:00—7:30 pm ~ Join Miss Terry on the first Tuesday of every month in the evening for nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary—just show up ready for fun!

Tail Waggin’ Tutors ~ Monday, May 9 from 7:00—8:00 pm ~ The dogs are back at the library! Trained therapy dogs will be here hoping to hear a story or two! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry friends! For children ages 4 and up — reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

 Click here for a printable version of our May newsletter!

                                                                          

May you have fun at the library? Yes, you MAY!

While we take a break from our weekly storytimes during the month of May, there are tons of other fun programs happening that you'll definitely want to check out!

PJ Family Storytime: Boogie Woogie Blues - Monday, May 11 @ 7:00 pm - There's a dance party happening at the library! Join us for stories, songs, games, a fun craft, and a scrumptious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Fun for the whole family!

Family Movie Night - Thursday, May 14 @ 6:30 PM - Bring a pillow and a blanket and enjoy some popcorn while enjoying a classic cartoon about a flying elephant from 1941! Fun for the whole family!

Preschool STEM: Discovering Dinosaurs - Monday, May 18 @ 3:15 pm - Come discover the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics found in the study of dinosaurs with stories and hands-on activities designed to engage young minds. For children ages 2 - 5, with a caregiver. 

Chick-fil-A Family Craft Night - Tuesday, May 19 @ 5:00 pm - Stop by Chick-fil-A on Route 51 to make a fun craft or two and enjoy a free kids 4 piece nugget or strip meal!* Drop by anytime between 5 - 7 pm. Fun for the whole family! No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!
(*Free kids meal with purchase of adult combo or entree salad)
This program will take place at Chick-fil-A Restuarant located at 461 Clairton Blvd (Route 51)

Taco Tuesday: Middle School Book Group - Tuesday, May 19 @ 6:00 pm - Join Miss Terry for lively discussion and delicious snacks! This month we'll be discussing May B. by Caroline Starr Rose. Request your copy of this month's selection at the circulation desk. For students in grades 6 - 8.

Anime Club - Thursday, May 21 @ 4:00 pm - Do you enjoy anime and manga? Then you won't want to miss our fun NEW anime club! Come watch some anime, enjoy Japanese snacks, and talk with fellow enthusiasts! For teens in grades 6 - 12.

Tail Waggin' Tutors - Tuesday, May 26 @ 7:00 pm - Trained therapy dogs will be here hoping to hear a story or two! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry friends! For children ages 4 and up - reading ability encouraged but not required.

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, May 27 @ 4:00 pm - Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us! We'll have Legos you can use, but feel free to bring your own. For children ages 3 and up.

To register for ANY program, please visit the library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net  

 

May you have fun at the library? Yes, you MAY!!!

Although our weekly storytimes are taking a break in the month of May, there's still tons of fun things to do at the library! Make sure to check out one or more of our upcoming programs!

Click here to access a printable version of our May calendar!

 

 

Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, April 30th & May 28th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Calling all Lego fans! Join our Lego club! We're building our way through the alphabet - with a different set of letters each month! We'll have Legos you can use, but feel free to bring your own too! For children ages 3 and up. PLEASE REGISTER!

 

Mom & Me Spa Night - Monday, May 5th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Children are invited to bring their favorite woman to the library for an exquisite night of pampering! Try out different types of lotion and do your nails, all while relaxing in a peaceful atmosphere. We'll also make a variety of spa staples that you can enjoy at home. Enjoy refreshments while delighting in each other's company. Expect to feel well rested and beautiful! A $2 donation per pair ($1 for each additional child) is requested. For children ages 6 and up, with an adult. PLEASE REGISTER!

 

Evening Baby Book Nook - Tuesday, May 6th from 7:00 - 7:30 pm - Join us in the evening, once a month, for nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.

 

PJ Family Storytime: To Infinity and Beyond - Monday, May 12th from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Jump in our rocket ship and take a little trip to outer space! We’ll gaze at the stars while listening to stories, singing spacey songs, playing galactic games, and end our adventure with an alien craft and a snack that’s out of this world! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun. Family Program. PLEASE REGISTER!

 

Chick-fil-A Family Craft Night - Tuesday, May 13th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm - Stop by Chick-fil-A on Route 51 to make a fun craft or two and enjoy a free kids 4 piece nugget or strip meal!* Drop by anytime between 5—7 pm. Fun for the whole family. No registration necessary.

(*Free Kids Meal with purchase of Adult Combo or Entre Salad)

This program will take place at Chick-fil-A Restaurant located at 461 Clairton Blvd (Route 51).

 

Puppet Play - Wednesday, May 14th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Learn how to make a plethora of really neat puppets using everyday objects. Once we’ve made a cast of cool puppets, we’ll make a mobile puppet stage so you can perform at home. For children in Kindergarten—5th Grade. PLEASE REGISTER!

 

Make sure to check out the May newsletter for a full listing of upcoming programs!!!

 

To register, please visit the library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net



Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Have you ever wondered what your stuffed animal friends do while you're asleep?

 

Wonder no more...and join us for our

Stuffed Animal Sleepover

Drop-off: Friday, May 3rd from 10 am - 4 pm

Pick-up Storytime & Breakfast: Saturday, May 4th from 10:30 - 11:30 am

 

Drop your stuffed animal friends off in the Children's Department during normal operating hours on Friday and come back Saturday morning to see what kind of mischief they got into! We'll celebrate the reunion with stories, songs, crafts, and a scrumptious breakfast!

 

A $2 donation per child is requested - collected at drop-off.

Please register! Space is limited!

 

Can't make it in on Friday before 4 pm?!?

Stuffed animal friends may be dropped off before 8:30 pm TONIGHT (Thursday, May 2nd) in the children's department.

 

To register, please visit the library front desk, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

 

See you soon!

May Children, Teen, and Family Programs!

May is full of fun things to do at the Pleasant Hills Public Library!

Don't miss out on all the exciting programs!

Click here to access a printable version of the May newsletter.

 

***Please note that during the month of May there will be NO WEEKLY STORYTIMES. Weekly storytimes will resume the first week in June. Mark your calendars now! While we are taking a break, make sure to take advantage of all the other fun programs happening during the month of May!***

 

Preschool Yoga is back! New day, same time!

Tuesday, April 23rd - May 28th from 1:30 - 2:15 pm

Wear comfy clothes to stretch and unwind while learning fun yoga poses perfect for little bodies! Class runs for six weeks - come to one or all of the sessions! Please bring a large towel or yoga mat with you. Classes will be taught by Alicia Parenti, certified yoga instructor. For children ages 3 - 6 years old, with or without a caregiver. Please register - space is limited!

 

After School Adventures continue!

For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register - space is limited!

Stamp Art - Wednesday, May 8th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Almost anything can be turned into a stamp! Learn how to make your own stamps using unconventional materials! Using our new stamps, we'll create beautiful cards just in time for Mother's Day!

 

Clay-tastic! - Wednesday, May 22nd from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Using just a few simple ingredients, you can make your own clay! Together we'll make a few different types of clay and then sculpt them into interesting creations! A $1 donation per child is requested - collected at the event.

 

Check out these awesome programs that are FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover - Drop-off: Friday, May 3rd from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm; Pick-up Breakfast & Storytime: Saturday, May 4th from 10:30 - 11:30 am - Ever wonder what your stuffed animals get up to when you're asleep? Drop your stuffed animal friends off in the Children's Department during normal operating hours on Friday and come back Saturday morning to see what kind of mischief they got into! We'll celebrate the reunion with stories, songs, crafts, and a scrumptious breakfast! A $2 donation per child is requested - collected at drop-off. Please register - space is limited!

 

Mom & Me Spa Night - Monday, May 6th from 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Children are invited to bring their favorite woman in their life for an exquisite night of pampering! Learn how to make a variety of spa staples such as bath salts and hand cream. Punch and cookies will be served. Expect to feel well rested and beautiful! A $2 donation per pair ($1 for each additional child) is requested - collected at event. Please register - space is limited!

 

PJ Family Storytime: Snoring Lions - Monday, May 13th from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Lions roar, but did you know that they also snore? Join us for stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delicious snack sure to please even the hungriest of lions! Wear your PJs! Please register!

 

Hey Teens! Check out all the cool stuff happening at PHL!

For students in grades 6 - 12.
No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Teen Talk - Thursday, May 23rd from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Stuff your face with delicious pizza while enjoying conversation with friends and a variety of games! We'll play Wii and chat about books! Tell your friends!

 

T-Shirt Totes - Thursday, May 30th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Do you have any old t-shirts laying around the house that you no longer wear? Turn them into awesome and useful tote bags! Learn some sewing basics while transforming something old into something new! Bring an old t-shirt with you!!

 

To register for any event, please visit the library's front desk, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

 

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