Fall fun!!

The leaves are changing and falling down, spooky and silly decorations are going up around town, the wind is blowing a little colder, that must mean it's time for...

FALL FUN!

Friends of the Library Fall Fest - Saturday, October 9 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Visit the Library's parking lot for a large used book sale, fall themed children's activities, and more fall fun! All proceeds benefit the Library. This is an outdoor program and is weather permitting. Please check the Library's Facebook page and/or website for updates. All ages welcome - no registration necessary.

Library Trick-or-Treat Trail - Sunday, October 24 from 4:00 - 6:00 pm*

Boo! Wear your costume for a truly spooktacular after-hours in-person evening at the Library! Sign up for an arrival time slot* to walk through the Library's own trick-or-treat trail. At each stop, play a mysterious game to earn a unique treat! Costumed encouraged but NOT required. Masks are required for all Library visitors over 2 years old. Family Program.

 Registration is limited and required. *Arrival times are staggered every 30 minutes. Please register for your arrival time online here: https://tinyurl.com/PHLtrickortreat2021

Costume Party Tail Waggin' Tutors - Monday, October 25 from 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Come in costume if you dare to read to trained therapy dogs! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry, costumed friends. Make a few Fall crafts while waiting for your turn. Costumed encouraged but NOT required.  Masks are required for all Library visitors over 2 years old. For children ages 4 and up - reading ability encouraged but NOT required.

Registration is limited and required. Please register online here: https://tinyurl.com/PHLoctTWT

Click HERE to learn about other fun October happenings!

Fall 2020 Virtual Programs and more!

Although the library building is still closed to the pubic, we’re still here for YOU! 

Our current services include: 

*Outside pick-up service of library materials 

*Mobile printing to the library’s printers
*Virtual programming for all ages w/some outdoors events 

*Free Wi-Fi that reaches outside of the library 

*Access to eResources: https://elibrary.einetwork.net/

*The Story Hike @ the PH Arboretum
*Pop-Up library in the parking lot (weather permitting on T-W-Th)

Library Staff are in the building and available to help during our listed business hours! 

Reach us at 412-655-2424 or pleasanthills@einetwork.net

We're still finalizing the details for our special virtual programming, but we're excited to announce our monthly virtual programs coming Fall 2020 for children and their families! 

Click HERE to view a PDF with all our monthly Fall 2020 children's & family programs.

Tuesday Tales ~ Tuesdays, September 8—December 15 @ 1:30 pm
A NEW family storytime video will premiere every Tuesday, through December 15, on our Facebook page and YouTube channel for you to enjoy whenever works best for you! Ms. Dani will share stories, songs, rhymes, an early literacy tip or two, and offer a fun craft idea you can do with common supplies you have at home.


STEAM Stories ~ September 9 & 23, October 14 & 28, November 11 & 25, and December 9 & 23 @ 5:00 pm
Join us after-school to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics through stories and fun activities with these fun bi-monthly videos premiering on the 2nd and 4th Monday through December on our Facebook page and YouTube Channel. Take-home kits for each video will be available while supplies last. To reserve a kit, please email Ms. Dani.


Classic Chapters ~ Saturdays, September 12—November 28 @ 1:30 pm
Sit back and relax as Ms. Dani reads aloud to you! We will be continuing our series with Through the Looking Glass, and What Alice Found There by Lewis Carroll. A new chapter will be added every week on our Facebook page and YouTube channel that you can enjoy whenever works best for you!


PJ Family Storytime ~ Mondays, September 14, October 5, November 2 & December 7 @ 7:00 pm
Relax in your PJs while enjoying stories and songs in these fun family storytime videos premiering on our Facebook page and YouTube channel! Take-home craft kits will be available as supplies last. To reserve a kit, please email Ms. Dani.
     September 14—Love Your Library! 

     October 5—Batty for books! 

     November 2—Vote for books!
     December 7—Snowmen at night!


Zoom Book VS. Movie Club ~ Mondays, September 28, October 26 & November 30 @ 6:00 pm
Grab some snacks and join us on Zoom for a fun chat and a movie! Read a classic children’s book as a family then join us as we stream the movie adaptation. Afterwards, we’ll talk about what we liked and didn’t like, and most importantly, which was better! Registration is required to receive the Zoom meeting information. To register, please email Ms. Dani.
     September 28—Artemis Fowl 

     October 26—Escape to Witch Mountain 

     November 30—Holes 

Make sure to check our website & Facebook for service updates and additional programming!! 

More information about special programming coming SOON!

BOO! Spooky & silly fun at your library!

Happy October! 

It's time for our 

3rd Annual Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest!!

Work alone or as a group to decorate a pumpkin, real or fake, to look like your favorite literary character using any materials you'd like (but please NO CARVING)! Please bring your pumpkins into the Library between October 1 - October 29, 2019. Pumpkins will be displayed throughout the Library for all the enjoy! Staff members will announce winners on October 30.

Visit the Children's Department to learn more!

Check out some of our awesome upcoming programs!

Click HERE for a PDF October newsletter.

Costume Party Tail Waggin' Tutors - Monday, October 14 @ 7:00 pm - Come in costume if you dare, to read to trained therapy dogs! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry, costumed friends! Make a few spooky crafts while waiting for your turn. Costumes encouraged but not required. For children ages 4 and up - reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register!

Preschool STEAM: Creepy, Crawly Creatures - Wednesday, October 16 @ 1:30 pm - Explore science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics found in the world of insects! We'll start by sharing stories together then move around to various hands-on learning stations. A $1 donation per child is requested and will be collected at the event. For children ages 2-5, with a caregiver. Please register!

Teen Halloween Tricks & Treats - Thursday, October 24 @ 3:30 pm - Come make yourself some SCARY good treats! We'll be watching our favorite Halloween shows while making some chocolate covered pretzels to enjoy! A $2 donation per person is requested and will be collected at the event. For teens in grades 6-12. Registration is requested but not required. 

Annual Family Halloween Spectacular - Saturday, October 26 @ 6:30 pm - Boo! Wear your costume for a truly spooktacular after-hours evening at the Library! We'll start by sharing not-so-scary stories then make some sinister crafts, play a handful of mysterious games, and gobble up some frighteningly yummy snacks! Play games while you trick-or-treat around the Library! At the end, prizes will be awarded for most creative costume in different age categories. A $3 donation per child is requested and will be collected at the event. **Library doors will open at 6:15 pm** Family program. Please register!

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

Check out eventkeeper for a full list of upcoming programs!

Happy FALL!

The Pleasant Hills Public Library is happy to announce the 2nd Annual Literary Pumpkin Decorating Contest! 

Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character using any materials you'd like (please NO CARVING). Work alone or as a group - fun for the whole family! Bring it to the Library starting October 1st but NO LATER than October 29th at 8:30 pm. Winners will be announced on October 30th and will receive a cool gift card! 

Visit the Children's Department to learn more! 

Check out these awesome entries from last year:

Check out these awesome upcoming FAMILY programs:

Family Game Night - Monday, October 8th at 6:00 pm - Bring the whole family for a fun night of games, pizza, and fun! We'll have a variety of card, board, and video games to play together! Fun for the whole family! Please register.

3rd Annual Family Halloween Spectacular Party - Friday, October 26th at 6:00 pm - Do you dare come to the Library after-hours for a truly spooktacular evening? We’ll play games, make crafts, hear stories, and enjoy snacks! There will also be trick-or-treating complete with a costume contest, with different age categories and prizes! A $2 donation per child is requested and will be collected at the event. This is an after-hours program; Library doors will open at 5:45 pm. Fun for the whole family! Registration highly suggested.

Book VS. Movie Club - Monday, October 29th at 6:00 pm - Join us as we watch a movie based on a children's book every month! This month, we'll be watching the movie based on Matilda by Roald Dahl. After the movie, we'll discuss the book and decide which we liked better and why. Extra copies of each month's selection will be available for checkout at the circulation desk. Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up.

Check out these amazing upcoming CHILDREN'S programs:

Gross Out Science - Wednesday, October 17th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Want to gross out your friends and family using science? Come learn how to make edible snot, burping bags, and more! For children in grades 1 – 5. Please register.

Costume Party Tail Waggin' Tutors - Monday, October 22nd from 7:00 - 8:00 pm - Come dressed up if you dare to read to trained therapy dogs! Practice your reading skills while enjoying the company of some furry, costumed friends! While waiting for your turn, you can also make some spooky and not-so-spooky crafts! For children ages 4 and up - reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register.
Lego Extravaganza Club - Wednesday, October 24th from 4:00 - 5:00 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. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

HEY TEENS! 

We didn't forget about you! Check out these cool upcoming programs just for teens in grades 6 - 12:

Teen Games N@ - Thursday, October 18th from 3:30 - 4:30 pm - Hey Teens! Join us for games, snacks, and an awesome time! Stuff your face with delicious pizza while playing games with your friends! We'll play new and classic board games, card games, the Wii, and more! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Classic Cartoons - Thursday, October 11th from 3:30 - 4:30 pm - Come watch some oldies but goodies with your friends! Snacks provided! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Click HERE for a printable version of our October childrens, teen, and family newsletter.

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

Hooray for Fall!

It's officially Fall, even though it doesn't really feel like it. We're excited anyway! We've got tons of awesome programs happening soon so make sure to check out our October Newsletter for more information.

We're excited to announce our FIRST EVER LITERARY PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST!!!

Decorate a pumpkin to look like your favorite book character using any materials you would like! Paint it, dress it, accessorize it...but PLEASE NO CARVING! Work alone or as a group (fun for the whole family). Bring your decorated pumpkin to the Library between October 2 - 30 during normal operating hours - there will be a brief form to fill out at drop off. Pumpkins will be put on display throughout the Library.

This contest is open to ALL AGES! Library staff will judge two winners - one individual and one group - on Halloween! Winners will be notified October 31st and will receive a $25 gift card.

Visit the Children's Department to learn more. 

Make sure to join us for one of upcoming spooktacular programs!!

PJ Family Storytime: Monster Bedtime! ~ Monday, October 2 from 7:00—7:45 pm

Even monsters need to go to bed sometime! We’ll share stories about monsters, sing silly songs, make a fun craft, and enjoy a delicious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Fun for the whole family! Please register!

Teen Games N@ ~ Thursdays, October 5 & 12 from 3:30—4:30 pm 

Join us on the first and second Thursday of every month for games, snacks, and an awesome time! Stuff your face with pizza while playing games with your friends! We’ll bust out new and classic board games, card games, and the Wii! For students in grades 6—12. No registration necessary—just show up ready for fun!

Anime Club ~ Thursday, October 19 from 3:30 — 4:30 pm

Are you an anime fan? Join fellow enthusiasts on the third Thursday of every month as we watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks! For students in grades 6—12. No registration necessary—just show up ready for fun!

2nd Annual Family Halloween Spectacular ~ Friday, October 20 at 6:00 pm

Boo! Wear you costume for a truly spooktacular after-hours evening at the library! We’ll start with not-so-scary stories then make some sinister crafts, play a handful of mysterious games, and gobble up frighteningly yummy snacks! Trick-or-treat inside the Library and play a game to earn your treat! At the end, prizes will be awarded for best costume in different ages categories. A $3 donation per child is requested and will be collected at the event. Fun for the while family! *Library doors will open at 5:45 pm.* Please register!

Tail Waggin’ Tutors ~ Monday, October 23 from 7:00 — 8:00 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! Make a fun craft or two while waiting for your turn. For children ages 4 and up — reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register!

Lego Extravaganza Club ~ Wednesday, October 25 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!

Which was Better: Book VS. Movie Family Book Club ~ Monday, October 30 at

5:30 pm

It’s back! Before our meeting, read Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone by J.K. Rowling as a family. At the meeting, we’ll talk about the book and then we’ll watch the movie while snacking on Recommended for families with children ages 5 and up.Please register!

popcorn and punch! After the movie we’ll talk about the similarities and differences, then decide which we liked better. Extra copies of each month’s title will be available for checkout at the circulation desk.

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

Long time, no post...

We've been so busy having fun that we totally forgot to post here in our blog! We're sorry! 

Come see what's keeping us busy at the library...

Weekly Storytimes run NOW through the end of November! Come join in the fun!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - For children ages 3 1/2 - 6 years old, with or without a caregvier.

Baby Book Nook - Wednesdays @ 10:30 & 11:30 am - For children ages birth - 2 years old, with a caregiver.

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

THE DOGS ARE COMING BACK TO THE LIBRARY!

Tail Waggin' Tutors - Monday, October 10 @ 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! Make a fun Halloween themed craft or two while you wait for your turn. For children ages 4 and up. Reading ability encouraged but not required. Please register.

HEY TEENS! It's almost

Celebrate Teen Read Week, October 10 - 15, with a different fun and exciting make-n-take in the teen department every day! 

Also make sure to check out 

Teen Games N@ - Thursday, October 13 @ 3:30 pm - Ever played Fluxx? How about Zombie Dice? Coe learn how to play a variety of enjoyable board and card games. And just for fun, we'll est up the Wii too. Plus there will be snacks! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

THERE'S SO MANY FUN PROGRAMS COMING UP! 

Click here to see a printable version of our October newsletter.

We're sorry that we fell behind posting here on our blog. We promise to do a better job in the future. For the most up to date program information, please check eventkeeper

October and beyond....

Fall is such a busy time with school back in session, pumpkins to be carved, and leaves to be jumped in! Don't forgot to visit the library during all this Fall craziness for one or more of our awesome upcoming programs!

Weekly storytimes will continue through October 15th! While Miss Dani is on maternity leave, we'll be offering NEW weekly storytime sessions with Miss Terry!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, October 6 & 13 @ 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, Now - October 14 @ 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, Now - October 15 @ 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.

*NEW*

Baby & Toddler Lapsit - Wednesdays, November 4 - December 16 @ 10:30 am - Join Miss Terry for a special storytime just for our littlest friends! Enjoy stories, songs, and other fun activities! Geared towards children ages birth - 2 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

Family Storytime - Wednesdays, November 4 - December 16 @ 1:30 pm - Enjoy storytime as a family! Join Miss Terry for stories, songs, other fun activities, and a snack! Geared towards children ages 2 1/2 to 6 years old, with a caregiver.

Check out these other fun programs happening in October!

Family Movie Night - Monday, October 5 @ 6:30 pm - Renowned children's author Kate DiCamillo is coming to Pittsburgh on October 15th. In anticipation of her visit, let's snack on popcorn while we watch a movie adaptation of one of her books involving a mouse, a princess, some soup, and a spool of thread. Fun for the whole family! Please register!

Star Wars Reads Day - Saturday, October 10 from 12:00 - 3:00 pm - October 10th is the annual celebration of a galaxy far, far away AND the joys of reading! Fight against the Empire by dropping by the library anytime between 12 - 3 pm to make a fun craft or two, challenge yourself to trivia, and pick up some cool space swag. Fun for the whole family! No registration necessary.

PJ Family Storytime: Whooo Says Goodnight? - Monday, October 12 from 7:00 - 7:30 pm - Whooo is getting ready for bed? 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!

Evening Baby Book Nook - Tuesday, October 13 @7:00 pm - Join Miss Terry in the evening for nursery and action rhymes, books, and so much more! For children ages birth - 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.

Anime Club - Thursday, October 15 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Do you enjoy anime and manga? Then you won't want to miss our fun anime club! Come watch anime, enjoy Japanese snacks, and talk with fellow enthusiasts! For teens in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary.

Taco Tuesday - Tuesday, October 20 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 Here Lies the Librarian by Richard Peck. Request your copy of this month's selection at the circulation desk. For teens in grades 6 - 12. Please register!

Pumpkin Carving Workshop - Monday, October 26 @ 6:30 pm - Bring your own pumpkin to carve and leave the mess at the library! Evan Gealy, local artist, will present a demonstration on pumpkin carving techniques and provide jack o' lantern patterns along with tips and suggestions for doing your own carving. Fun for the whole family! Please register!

Please click here for a printable version of our October, November & December newsletter.

To register for ANY program, please visit the library, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net OR Miss Terry at riesent2@einetwork.net

We've been so busy....

That we forgot to update our blog. Opps! :-/

Stop by the library to check out all the fun things that are keeping us busy! 

TONIGHT - Pumpkin Carving Workshop - Monday, October 27 @ 6:00 pm - Bring your own pumpkin to carve and leave the mess at the library! Evan Gealy, local artist, will present a demonstration on pumpkin carving techniques and provide jack o' lantern patterns along with tips and suggestions for doing your own carving! Fun for the whole family! Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Shirley at gealys@einetwork.net OR Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

 All of our weekly storytimes this week are Halloween themed! Come in costume if you like and enjoy spooky stories, silly songs, fun crafts, and yummy snacks!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm

Baby Book Nook - Wednesdays @ 10:30 am

TOT Time - Thursdays @ 10:30 am

Origami Monsters - Thursday, October 30 @ 4:00 pm - Learn how to make a few simple origami monsters just in time for Halloween! For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424, or emailing Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

Click here to access a printable version of our November newsletter!

Autumn days are here!

The days are starting to get chilly. The wind is blowing the leaves off of the trees. Autumn is here!

Enjoy the autumn days at the library! Check out our awesome upcoming programs!

Lego Extravaganza Club ~ Wednesday, September 24 & October 22 from 4:00 — 5:00 pm ~ Calling all Lego fans! Join our Lego club! We’ll have Legos you can use, but feel free to bring your own too! For children ages 3 and up. 

PJ Storytime: Going Batty ~ Monday, October 6 from 7:00 — 7:45 pm ~ Bats are swopping into the library just for storytime! We’ll share stories, sing songs, play games, make a craft, and enjoy a delicious snack! Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun! Fun for the whole family! 

Evening Baby Book Nook ~ Tuesday, October 7 @ 7:00 pm ~  Join Miss Terry in the evening for books and so much more! For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

Preschool STEM: Fall Science ~ Wednesday, October 15 from 2:00 — 3:00 pm ~ Explore the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics behind Autumn with stories and experiments designed to engage young minds. For children ages 2 to 5, with a caregiver.

Pumpkin Carving Workshop ~ Monday, October 27 @ 6:00 pm ~ Bring your own pumpkin to carve and leave the mess at the Library!  Evan Gealy, local artist, will present a demonstration on pumpkin carving techniques and provide jack o’ lantern patterns along with tips and suggestions for doing your own carving! Fun for the whole family! 

Origami Monsters ~ Thursday, October 30 from 4:00—5:00 pm ~ Learn how to make a few simple origami monsters just in time for Halloween! For children in Kindergarten—5th Grade.

 

Please register by visiting the library, calling 412-655-2424,

or emailing Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net 

 Click HERE to see a printable version of our October Newsletter.

Storytime is back!

Join us for storytime this week for a special Halloween treat!

Feel free to come in costume as we talk about pumpkins, ghosts, trick-or-treating, and other delightfully spooky things!

 

Storytimes will run through the month of November! Don't miss out on all the fun!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, October 29 - November 26 @ 10:30 am AND 1:30 pm - Explore different themes through stories, songs, a craft, and a snack! For children ages 3 1/2 to 6 years old, with or without a caregiver.

Baby Book Nook - Wednesdays, October 30 - November 27 @ 10:30 am - Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children from birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

TOT Time - Thursdays, October 31 - November 21 @ 10:30 am - Learn and grow with stories, songs, finger plays, fun activities and a snack! For children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

Click here to learn about more awesome programs happening soon!

It's Teen Read Week!!!

 

Seek the Unknown! October 13 - 19 is Teen Read Week at the library!!

Celebrate reading with a slew of activities that are out of this world!!!

All activities below are for teens in grades 6 - 12.

No registration necessary - just show up ready for fun!

 

 

Mystery Make-N-Takes - Monday - Saturday, October 14 - 19 - Stop by the teen department every day to see what the daily make-n-take activity is! Make a variety of awesome things you can take home!

 

Kick-Off Party: Alien Encounters - Monday, October 14 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Aliens have landed at the library! Explore outer space by making your own alien spaceship and gear to transform yourself into an extraterrestrial! Enjoy games, snacks, and more!

 

Teen Craft: Origami Creatures - Wednesday, October 16 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Learn how to make a variety of silly and spooky creatures using origami!

 

Edible Book Art Contest - Saturday, October 19 - Using anything that's edible, create a piece of delicious art representing your favorite book, literary character, or author! Entries can be dropped off anytime during regular hours on Saturday and the winner will be chosen during our Finale Party.

 

Finale Party: Seeking Unknown Awesomeness - Saturday, October 19 from 2:30 - 3:30 pm - We'll unlock the mysteries of the universe by stuffing our faces with awesome food, playing truly awesome games, and making a few awesome crafts! The winner of the Edible Book Art Contest will be chosen and all entries (with their creator's permission, of course!) will be devoured!

 

Got questions? Ask Miss Dani via email at danylod@einetwork.net or phone 412-655-2424.

 

Hope to see you soon!