Frank Sarris Public Library events
Ongoing Events
Story Time, Monday-Thursday
mornings.
Programs for children 9 months to 5 years old are offered during the school year to promote early literacy skills. Check the website calendar for days and times appropriate for your child. Call the children’s desk, or email Ms. Barb at bsomma@franksarrislibrary.org.
Madcap Mondays.
Grades 5-8, 4:30-5:30 p.m.,
Grades 2-4, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Science, crafts, slime, painting, games, bots and many other activities. Sign up by calling the Children’s Desk at 724-745-1308. Email questions to Ms. Barb at bsomma@franksarrislibrary.org
Spanish Story Time, 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays
Preschool children can join Ms. Noreen for story time favorites – stories and songs – in Spanish. Children will also have fun learning common Spanish words. Email questions to Ms. Noreen at npoploski@franksarrislibrary.org.
Family Night, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays
Come join the fun at the all-ages evening story hour with stories, games and activities to share. Please check the website’s event calendar for weekly themes.
Little Picassos, 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays
Children ages 2-5 years old, along with their fun loving adult, can join Ms. Barb at the library to do a craft with messy things like glitter, glue, water, paints, etc. Dress appropriately.
Table Top Gaming, 3-6 p.m.
Wednesdays
More than 20 games to choose from, including classics such as Monopoly, Scrabble and Catan, along with popular newcomers like Pandemic, Small World and Betrayal at House on the Hill. If you can’t make this organized playing time, feel free to stop by anytime to play.
Lego Club, 5-6 p.m. Wednesdays
Children in grades K-8 collaborate with other Master Builders on their own designs or special building challenges.
Wiggles and Giggles, 11:15 a.m.
Thursdays
This is a motion class for 2-5 year olds. Moving and dancing for 35-40 minutes, so no sitting! Email questions to Ms. Barb at bsomma@franksarrislibrary.org.
Of Dice and Men – Roleplaying Games, 1 p.m. Saturdays
Weekly, tabletop, roleplaying gaming sessions; a variety of games, most notably Dungeons & Dragons and Call of Cthulhu. For teens and adults; newcomers should come an hour early to set up characters for play.
Computer Instruction
How do I set up an email account? How do I perform a search on the internet? How do I connect with friends and family on Facebook? How do I download an eBook? If these questions sound familiar or you’ve had similar questions, let us help you get started. Designated library staff will provide one-on-one computer help by appointment only. We will have a computer available for the appointment, but you are welcome to bring your own laptop or device. Call the library at 724-745-1308 for more information or to sign up for an appointment.
Page Turners Book Club
(High School Students)
Do you enjoy getting lost in a good book and staying up late just to read one more chapter? If you answered yes, join the Page Turners next book club meeting. New members are welcome. Call the library or check the event calendar on our website for more information.
February Events
Feb. 14
Fiction Book Club, noon
Adults, join us as we discuss “Small Great Things” by Jodi Picoult. Stop by the adult circulation desk to pick up your copy. New members are welcome!
Feb. 19
Vegas Day, 1-3 p.m.
Senior citizens, scratch that Vegas itch with a less costly trip to your library. Win a prize playing casino-like games while enjoying light refreshments.
Feb. 20
Nonfiction Book Club, 2 p.m.
Join us as we discuss “The Quartet” by Joseph Ellis. New members are welcome! Stop by the adult circulation desk to pick up your copy.
March Events
March 3
Family Escape Room Adventure, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The library is bringing an escape room-like experience to Canonsburg. Adventurers will have the opportunity to crack codes, discover clues and solve puzzles with family and friends during a 45 minute session. This day’s adventure is geared towards families with elementary aged students. Check the event calendar on our website for more information, or call the library to register for your time slot; space is limited.
March 5
Vegas Day, 1-3 p.m.
Senior citizens, scratch that Vegas itch with a less costly trip to your library. Win a prize playing casino-like games while enjoying light refreshments.
March 6
Teen Advisory Board, 6-7 p.m.
Students in grades 7-12 meet monthly to plan, organize and lead activities that will engage and benefit members of the community. Planned activities can be fun, educational or service related, and they can be for anyone of any age. If you are a student who is interested in making a difference in your community, stop by the meeting or call Beth Kairush, Teen Advisory Board coordinator, at 724-745-1308 for more information.
March 10
Author Talk, 1-4 p.m.
An author talk with Christopher George, author of “Day-by-day with the 123d Pennsylvania Volunteers: A Nine-month Civil War Regiment from Allegheny County.” The program is free but registration is required. Stop by the Circulation Desk or call 724-745-1308 to register.
March 14
Fiction Book Club, noon
“The Nightingale” by Kristin Hannah. New members are always welcome!
March 19
Vegas Day, 1-3 p.m.
Senior citizens, scratch that Vegas itch with a less costly trip to your library. Win a prize playing casino-like games while enjoying light refreshments.
March 19
Teen Writers’ Club, 6-7 p.m.
Are you a student in grades 7 to 12 who enjoys writing? Whether you enjoy writing fiction, poetry, short stories or more, stop by to meet like-minded teens. Write, share and support each other through the creative process. Check the website for date and times. Email questions to Beth Kairush, Teen Advisory Board coordinator, at bkairush@franksarrislibrary.org.
March 24
Escape Room Adventure, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
The library is bringing an escape room like experience to Canonsburg. Adventurers will have the opportunity to crack codes, discover clues and solve puzzles with family and friends during a 45 minute session. This day’s adventure is geared towards those ages 12 and up. Grab some friends and take on the challenge! Check the event calendar on the website for more information or call the library to register for your time slot; space is limited.
March 27
Nonfiction Book Club, 2 p.m.
“The Power Paradox” by Dacher Kettner. New members are always welcome!
April Events
April 4
Teen Advisory Board, 6-7 p.m.
Students in grades 7-12 meet monthly to plan, organize and lead activities that will engage and benefit members of the community. Planned activities can be fun, educational or service related, and they can be for anyone of any age. If you are a student who is interested in making a difference in your community, stop by the meeting or call Beth Kairush, Teen Advisory Board coordinator, at 724-745-1308 for more information.
April 11
Fiction Book Club, noon
New members are always welcome!
April 14
Bigfoot Fest, 1-5 p.m.
Come listen to speaker Doug Waller of the Southeast Ohio Society for Bigfoot Investigation. Free – no reservations required.
April 24
Nonfiction Book Club, 2 p.m.
New members are always welcome!
More from Your Library
Accelerated Reader
Canon-McMillan students can earn Accelerated Reading points at the library. We have a computer reserved in the Children’s Department exclusively for testing.
Ancestry Resources
Come to the library to take advantage of our subscription to Ancestry.com and get started researching your family tree – you can search billions of census, immigration, military records and more!
Art on Display in the
Athena Sarris Gallery
Visit the second floor of the library to enjoy the exhibits provided by talented local artists and photographers. Visit our website to see what is currently on display. If you’re an artist interested in displaying your work in this venue, please visit our website or stop in to get an application.
Comics Plus
Through the library’s website, Frank Sarris Public Library cardholders can access thousands of digital graphic novels and comics. Patrons have anytime, anywhere access with Web-connected devices such as tablets, PCs and smartphones. There is no limit on the number of titles that can be checked out, and the titles are always available, with no holds or waiting periods.
Continuing Education from
Universal Class
Check out Typing and Keyboarding 101, Introduction to Gardening, Interview Skills and the other 500+ continuing education courses available at no cost through the website – all you need is a library card!
Digital Magazines from Zinio
The Frank Sarris Public Library is the only location in the area to provide this resource, and we offer a selection of more than 40 titles, including National Geographic, Readers Digest, Family Circle and Food Network Magazine.
Gently Used Books for Sale
The used book sale is ongoing and new titles are being added all the time. Replenish your bookshelves for just $5 per bag or buy individual books for $0.25, $0.50 or $1.00.
Playaway Launchpad Collection
Playaway Launchpad is a pre-loaded tablet designed for a circulation environment. We have Launchpads for children, teens and adults. The Launchpads for children are pre-loaded with high-quality learning apps and are available in many subjects. The teen and adult Launchpads include some instructional apps, brain games and trivia.
OverDrive
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks and Read-Along eBooks anytime, anywhere with your library card. Use your smartphone, tablet or computer to enjoy one of the 1,700+ titles in the WAGGIN collection!
Young Explorer Kits
Thanks to the Grable Foundation’s funding of the Young Library Explorers program, we now have a total of 69 kits for infants, toddlers and elementary school age (through fourth grade) children. Samples of our themes include: shapes, STEM, measurement and dinosaurs. These themed kits are filled with age-appropriate educational toys and other materials, and they are available to borrow. Stop by the Adult Circulation desk to borrow a kit.
New at the Library
RBDigital
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks and magazines at home, in the library or on the go with your library card. Many titles are multi-access, so multiple users can check out titles at the same time, eliminating holds and wait times. RBDigital is compatible with all popular listening devices, and mobile apps are available for iOS, Android, and Kindle Fire devices.
PA DMV Practice Tests
Through the library’s website, visitors can access free tests specifically based on Pennsylvania’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) materials. This website includes multiple car, motorcycle and CDL practice tests, online driver’s manuals and a FAQ section with detailed answers to more than 100 DMV related questions.
For a complete listing of events, visit www.franksarrislibrary.org, or call 724-745-1308.