SUMMER'S ALMOST HERE!!!!!

The weather is getting warmer and the days are getting longer. School's almost over....it's ALMOST SUMMER! Which means, it's ALMOST time for SUMMER READING CLUB!

Join us on Saturday, June 8th  from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at the Pleasant Kingdom Playground for our awesome, annual, all-ages SUMMER READING CLUB KICK-OFF! Celebrate the kick-off of Summer Reading Club with games, crafts, and ice cream sundaes! Sign up for Summer Reading Club while you’re there and receive a fun goody bag! There’s a program for every age and reading ability! Pleasant Kingdom Playground is located on East Bruceton Road, behind the Pleasant Hills Borough Building.

 

Summer Reading Club runs June 8th - August 10th, 2013

Dig Into Reading is for children from birth through students going into 5th grade.

          Wiggling Worms - A special club for babies and toddlers just learning the joys of reading! Read together to earn weekly prizes!

          Junior Diggers - Children not yet reading on their own, or just learning to read, will want to join this club! Read together to earn raffle tickets and instant prizes for each library check-in!

          Earth Explorers - Children reading on their own earn raffle tickets based on time spent reading and instant prizes for each library check-in!

 

Beneath the Surface is for teens going into grades 6 - 12. Earn raffle tickets for each book you read between June 8th and August 10th! Raffle tickets can then be used towards a variety of awesome prizes that will be chosen weekly throughout the summer! Also, earn instant prizes every time you check-in at the Pleasant Hills Public Library! Prizes range from signed comic books to gift cards for local businesses and everything in between!

 

Groundbreaking Reads is a summer reading club special for adults! Parents, did you know that your kids model your reading habits? Show them how much fun summer reading can be by participating in weekly drawings and great programs!



**Winners need not be present at time of drawings. **

Returning this year...Questyinz! An online summer reading program that has readers complete tasks, have fun, and earn cyber badges while practicing important educational skills. Open to students going into Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Stop by the library to pick up your special card that will grant you access into this virtual reading universe that opens June 1st!

 

 

Our summer newsletter is now available! Stop in the library to pick up one today! Or click here to view a printable version* of the Children's Summer Newsletter! 
TEENS - click here to view our Teen Happenings Summer Bookmark! There's two per page - one for you, and one for a friend!

 

*Please note that the Children's Summer Newsletter will need to be printed on legal (8.5" x 14") sized paper.

We have so many new books, we don't know what to do!

Our new book shelves are overflowing with fantastic new reads for children of all ages! We have a plethora of new picture books, easy readers, beginning chapter books, graphic novels, fiction and non-fiction titles on a variety of topics to choose from! Below is just a sampling of some of our new hot-off-the press titles! Stop in to see more and check out a few!

 

 

I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906

By Lauren Tarshis

 

Ten-year-old Leo loves being a newsboy in San Francisco, but early one spring morning, everything changes when he finds himself stranded in the middle of the city as it crumbles and burns to the ground. Does Leo have what it takes to survive this devastating disaster? Juv Fic Tar

If you enjoy this title, check out the rest of the I Survived series, also in our new fiction book section!

 

 

Gone Fishing

By Tamera Will Wissinger

 

In this novel told through poems, nine-year-old Sam loves fishing with his dad, so when his pesky little sister horns in on their fishing trip, he is none too pleased. Juv Fic Wis

 

 

 

 

 

 

I Scream, Ice Cream: A Book of Wordles

By Amy Krouse Rosenthal & Serge Bloch

 

What do 'I Scream!' and 'Ice Cream!' have in common? Nothing--besides the fact that they sound the same! Juv Pict Ros

Marley's Storybook Treasury

by Richard Cowdrey

 

Includes six Marley tales showcasing just how bad Marley can be! Juv Pict Mar

 

 

 

 

 

Bramble and Maggie Give and Take

by Jessie Haas

 

Bramble the horse gets bored giving riding lessons, but regains her enthusiasm when she goes to live with a girl named Maggie. Juv BC HAA

 

Vampire at Half Court

by Bill Doyle

 

Struggling with a lack of sponsorship and playing time, Scream Team player Dennis is unable to win his teammates' trust because of his relationship with the Vampire Team and attempts to change their opinion during a championship game. Juv BC DOY

 

 

See Me Dig

By Paul Meisel

 

A group of dogs that loves to dig has a fun-filled day of making mischief, in this easy-to-read story. Juv Easy Mei

Barbie, the Princess & the Popstar: Star Power

By Mary Man-Kong

 

Princess Tori, who wants to be a famous singer, meets pop star Keira, who wants to be a princess, and they decide to trade places. Juv Easy Man (pap)

 

 

 There are so many new titles, we can't possibly list them all here! Stop in and check some out for yourself!

 

Want help locating a particular title or series? Just ask! We're here to help!

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

 

Click here for a printable version of the May newsletter.

PJ Storytime and so much more!

Join us tonight from 7:00 - 7:45 pm for

PJ Storytime - Itsy Bitsy Spider Climbs Again

Oh no! Itsy Bitsy Spider has been washed down the water spout! Join us as we cheer him back up with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delectable snack! Wear your PJs! Fun for the whole family! Registration requested, but not required.

 

This is the last week of the Spring season for Weekly Storytimes! Don't miss out on all the fun!

(Weekly Storytimes will resume the first week in June!)

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, April 9th @ 10:30 am & 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

Wednesday, April 10th @ 10:30 am

Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

TOT Time

Thursday, April 11th @ 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.

 

Check out these other awesome programs happening in April!

 

After School Adventures: Exploding Science

Wednesday, April 10th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

What happens when you mix together an acid and a base? They erupt! Come prepared to get messy as we investigate what make things explode! A $1 donation, per child, is requested. For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register! Space is limited!!

 

After School Adventures - Lego Extravaganza

Wednesday, April 24th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

If you enjoy building with Legos, then this is the program for you! Join us for intense and wacky building competitions with some free play thrown in! Bring your own Legos or use ours! For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register!

Preschool Yoga

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

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

Duct Tape Art

Tuesday, April 23rd from 4:00 - 5:00 pm

Duct Tape can be used to make just about anything! Learn how to make a variety of awesome accessories using this sticky and colorful tape! For students in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary.

 

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

 

Hope to see you soon!

One Book Every Young Child

In an effort to highlight the importance of early literacy, we are proud to be a part of

One Book Every Young Child.

 

Throughout the month of April, children all over the state of Pennsylvania will enjoy Suzanne Bloom's The Bus for Us, a delightful picture book about an excited child waiting for the bus to school for the very first time. 

 

Join us tonight (Monday, April 1st) from 7:00 - 7:45 pm for a special storytime celebrating transportation!

We'll share stories, sing songs, play games, make a craft, and enjoy a delicious snack on the go! Everyone who attends will receive a special One Book Every Young Child bookmark! Fun for the whole family!

Hope to see you there!

 

More information on One Book Every Young Child can be found here.

 

Happy Easter!

In honor of the Easter holiday, the library will be closed Friday March 29th, Saturday March 30th, and Sunday March 31st.

We hope you have a joyous holiday!

After all the Easter fun is over, join us at the library for some amazing programs happening in April....

 

One Book Every Young Child: The Bus for Us - Monday, April 1st from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Let's kick off the month of One Book Every Young Child by celebrating transportation in all of its forms! We'll share stories, sing songs, play games, make a craft or two, and enjoy a snack on the go! Fun for the whole family! Please register!

PJ Family Storytime: Itsy Bitsy Spider Climbs Again - Monday, April 8th from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Oh no! Itsy Bitsy Spider has been washed down the water spout! Join us as we cheer him back up again with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delectable snack! Wear your PJs! Fun for the whole family! Please register!

Teen Talk - Saturday, April 6th from 1:00 - 2:00 pm - Stuff your face with delicious pizza while enjoying conversation and a variety of games! Have a favorite game? Bring it with you! Tell your friends! For students in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary.

After School Adventures: Exploding Science - Wednesday, April 10th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - What happens when you mix together an acid and a base? They erupt! Come prepared to get messy as we investigate what makes things explode! A $1 donation, per child, is requested. For children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Please register!

Weekly storytimes continue through April 11th!

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, April 2 & 9 @ 10:30 am & 1:30 pm - Explore different themes through stories, songs, crafts, and a snack! For children ages 3 1/2 - 6 years old, with or without a caregiver.

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

TOT Time - Thursdays, April 4 & 11 @ 10:30 am - Learn and grow with stories, songs, fingerplays, fun activities and a snack! For children ages 2 to 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver.

There's so many fun things to do at the library!

Click here for more information regarding April programs.

 

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

Important Updates for the Family Egg Hunt Extravaganza!!!

 

Our Family Egg Hunt Extravaganza is filling up fast! If you're planning on coming, please register no later than Thursday, March 21st!! Registration will close when the library closes on Thursday (8:30 pm) so that we may adequately prepare for all the fun and amazing things that will happen on Sunday, March 24th from 2:00 - 3:30 pm!!!

 

To help cover expenses, we're asking for a $2 donation, per child, that will be collected at the event.

 

Please note that our Egg Hunt Extravaganza is an after-hours library program. This means that the library doors will be locked until 1:45 pm. Doors will also be relocked at 2:15 and remain locked throughout the duration of the program. Don't worry, you can leave at any time, you just can't come back without being let in (which we'll happily do! Knock loudly!). Plan on arriving as close to 2:00 pm as possible.

 

We hope to see you there!

 

Any questions or concerns can be directed to Miss Dani via phone 412-655-2424 or email danylod@einetwork.net

April showers bring...fun programs at PHL!

It may be raining and grey outside, but inside the library fun things are happening!

Check out our April newsletter full of exciting programs for children, teens, and families!

 

Weekly storytimes will run through April 11th. There will be no weekly storytimes during the month of May. Weekly storytimes will resume the first week in June.

No registration necessary!

 

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, April 2 & 9 @ 10:30 am & 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, April 3 & 10 @ 10:30 am - Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more! For children birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver.

 

TOT Time - Thursdays, April 4 & 11 @ 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.

 

After School Adventures continue!!!

For children in Kindergarten - 5th grade. Please register! To register, please visit the front desk, call 412-655-2424, or email Miss Dani at danylod@einetwork.net

 

Exploding Science - Wednesday, April 10th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - What happens when you mix together an acid and a base? They erupt! Come prepared to get messy as we investigate what makes things explode! A $1 donation, per child, is requested and will be collected at the event.

 

Lego Extravaganza - Wednesday, April 24th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - If you enjoy building with Legos, then this is the program for you! Join us for intense and wacky building competitions with some free play thrown in. Bring your own Legos or use ours!

 

There's even more fun programs happening in April...

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

 

One Book Every Young Child - The Bus for Us - Monday, April 1st from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Let's kick off the month of One Book Every Young Child by celebrating transportation in all of its forms! We'll share stories, sing songs, play games, make a craft or two, and enjoy a snack on the go! Fun for the whole family!

 

PJ Family Storytime: Itsy Bitsy Spider Climbs Again - Monday, April 8th from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Oh no! Itsy Bitsy Spider has been washed down the water spout! Let's cheer him back up again with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delectable snack! Wear your PJs! Fun for the whole family!

 

Preschool Yoga - Tuesdays, April 23rd - May 28th from 1:30 - 2:15 pm - It's back! New day, same time! 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 to 6, with or without a caregiver.

 

Teens! Check this out!

For students in grades 6 - 12. No registration necessary.

 

Teen Talk - Saturday, April 6th from 1:00 - 2:00 pm - Stuff your face with delicious pizza while enjoying conversations with friends and a variety of games! Have a favorite game? Bring it with you! Tell your friends!

 

Duct Tape Art - Tuesday, April 23rd from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Duct Tape can be used to make just about anything! Learn how to make a variety of awesome accessories using this sticky and colorful tape!

 

Click here for a printable version of our April newsletter.

March Fun!

Although we're approaching the middle of March, there's still tons of fun things happening at the library that you won't want to miss!

After School Adventures continue with two fun sessions this month!

For children in Kindergarten - 5th grade. Please register!

 

Green Fun - Wednesday, March 13th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - March is all about the color green! Let's explore the many shades of green through art and science activities! We might get a little messy so please wear appropriate painting attire. A $1 donation, per child, is requested and will be collected at the event.

Paper Flowers - Wednesday, March 20th from 4:00 - 5:00 pm - Spring is finally here! Let's celebrate by using origami techniques to create a bouquet of beautiful flowers that will last forever! We'll also create a sampling of origami animals that wake up in the Spring!

We have programs that promise to be fun for the whole family!

 

Family Egg Hunt Extravaganza - Sunday, March 24th from 2:00 - 3:30 pm - A mischievous bunny has hidden eggs throughout the entire library and we need your help to find them! Join us for games, crafts, snacks, and an extreme egg hunt!  A $2 donation, per child, is requested and will be collected at the event. Library doors will open at 1:45 pm! Please register!

PJ Family Storytime: Very Hungry Caterpillars - Monday, March 25th from 7:00 - 7:45 pm - Caterpillars turn into beautiful butterflies! We'll explore their metamorphosis with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a scrumptious snack sure to please even the hungriest of caterpillars! Wear your PJs!  No registration necessary!