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P.O. Box 547 Avella, PA 15312 Phone: 724-587-5688 Email: aaplib@hky.com
Cre-8-time family craft kickoff will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. March 13. Registration is required.
Easter party and story hour will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. March 23. Registration is required.
Music lessons are available at the library. Call for details.
Canned goods and nonperishable items are being colleted in March for the local food bank.
The library will be closed April 1.
931 Main St. Bentleyville, PA 15314 Phone: 724-239-5122
Registration is under way for spring story time for 30-month to 5-year-olds. Sessions begin tomorrow. Children can register for 11 a.m. Mondays or 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. There will be stories, crafts and songs.
Kids Science Club for 6- to 11-year-olds will meet at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required by contacting the library.
Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library are collecting new or gently used costume jewelry, handbags and scarves for a November sale. All proceeds will benefit the library. Call the library for more information.
Friends of the Bentleyville Public Library will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 25. New members are welcome. Call the library for more information.
The library will be closed March 29 in observance of Good Friday.
The library and Bentworth Seed Lending Library will offer gardening classes at 6 p.m. April 9-11. Classes are Gardening 101, April 9; Preserving Our Harvest: Canning, Drying and Freezing Tips, April 10; and Saving Seeds, April 11. There is a $5 materials fee. For more information, call the library or email bentworthsll@gmail.com.
The library is accepting registration for a Weight Watchers group, which will begin meeting in the spring or summer at the library. Call the library to register.
311 N. West St. Waynesburg, PA 15370 Phone: 724-627-9776 Email: evakbowlby@windstream.net Website: www.evakbowlby .org
Spring story time for children of all ages will begin Monday. Registration is being accepted in the Children’s Department.
Beginners’ Introduction to Computers class will be held from 10 to 11:15 a.m. Thursdays through March 21. Participants will learn the basic names and parts of a computer, how to browse the Internet and how to create an email address. Registration is required by calling the library.
Friends of the Bowlby Public Library are accepting new members. Their next meeting will begin at 1:30 p.m. March 12. Members’ tax-deductible donations benefit the library. Call the library for more information.
After Hours Saint Seuss party for families will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. March 15. This is a combined St. Patrick’s Day and Dr. Seuss party, so wear green clothing and be prepared to eat green food. St. Patrick’s Day games and a special edition of Dr. Seuss “Jeopardy” will be played. Registration is required by calling the library.
Book club will meet at 5 p.m. March 19. New members are welcome.
Board of trustees will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 25. Community members are encouraged to attend. If there are specific issues attendees would like to address, call the library in advance.
State and federal tax forms are available at the library. The forms displayed will be determined by the supply from the federal and state government. The The IRS will provide listings for tax help lines if more assistance is needed. Library staff is not trained to offer tax advice.
2 Kerr St. Burgettstown, PA 15021 Phone: 724-947-9780 Email: burglib@cobweb.net Website: www.burglibrary .org
100 Wood St. California, PA 15419 Phone: 724-938-2907 Website: www.calpublib.org
730 W. Grant St. Houston, PA 15342 Phone: 724-745-4300 Website: www.chartiers
houstonlibrary.org
Senior Lunch & Learn will begin at 11:30 a.m. Friday. The Carnegie Museum will present “The First Dinosaur.” Registration is required.
Friends of the Library will host an Adult Extreme Spelling Bee at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Chartiers-Houston High School auditorium. Form a team of three and compete for prizes. For more information, visit the Friends Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfTheChartiersHoustonLibrary.
Toddler Time for prekindergarteners will be held at 11 a.m. March 15. Be a game piece on a giant game board and win a prize.
Doll Tea Party and Sleepover for girls in kindergarten through fifth grade will be held at noon March 16. Bring a doll and friends to a tea party at the library, then the dolls can sleep over and have their own party. Pictures will be taken throughout the night and posted on Facebook. Fee is $5, plus get an extra ticket for the American Doll of the Year raffle.
Book sale will be held March 18-28. Donations will be accepted until March 13.
Citizens Library
55 S. College St. Washington, PA 15301 Phone: 724-222-2400 FAX: 724-222-2606
Programs for the College Bound: Community College will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday in the public meeting room. The assistant dean at Community College of Allegheny County, Washington County Center, will discuss applying for community college, classes and programs available regarding student life. The program is geared toward high school juniors and seniors and their parents. Registration is required by calling the library or emailing TeenCitizens@gmail.com.
Programs for the College Bound: AP Test Prep will be held at 6:30 p.m. March 20 in the public meeting room. Huntington Learning Center will focus on Advanced Placement Testing required to earn college credit for high school AP classes. For free access to practice exams, visit the Testing and Education Reference Center at www.washingtoncountylibraries.org. High school students who plan to take AP exams in May are invited. Registration is required by calling the library or emailing TeenCitizens@gmail.com.
Saturday afternoon movie will begin at 1 o’clock in the public meeting room. The library will kick off Tech Week early with a science-fiction movie determined by popular vote. Possibilities include “Jurassic Park,” “Back to the Future,” “Star Trek (2009),” “Tron Legacy” or “Wall-E.” Vote online at www.citlib.org or on the library’s Facebook page.
Teen Tech Week will be celebrated March 11-16 with a variety of events and challenges. Registration is recommended for all events by calling the library or emailing TeenCitizens@gmail.com. Events include:
• Meme Caption Contest, March 11-15 – Visit the Teen Page at www.citlib.org or the library’s Facebook page for more information and how to enter. Open to students in middle and high school.
• Angry Birds Live, 6:30 p.m. March 12 – Teens are invited to knock down as many pigs and boxes as they can. Open to students in middle and high school.
• Dissect a Computer, 6:30 p.m. March 13 – Students in middle and high school are invited to take apart old machines and learn about all the bits and pieces that make computers work. Participants will even attempt to restore one, Frankenstein style.
• MarbleWorks Challenge, 6:30 p.m. March 14 – Students in middle and high school will create a MarbleWorks contraption using an odd assortment of materials, including duct tape, Q-tips and toilet paper tubes. Several winners will be selected in a variety of categories.
• Wii Mariokart Tournament, 1 to 4 p.m. March 16 – Sixth- through 12th-graders are eligible to compete, with up to four players at a time competing for the cup. Complete individually or as part of a team. Free play will be available after the tournament.
Stitching Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 11. Learn how to knit or crochet. Yarn, knitting needles and crochet hooks will be provided, or bring your own supplies or project. Instructors will be available to answer questions and teach simple designs.
CitiBooks, a used books bookstore operated by Friends of the Library, is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Beginning March 21, Citibooks will expand its hours to 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursdays. CitiBooks is staffed by volunteers, and all proceeds benefit the library. There are thousands of books in all categories that are regularly restocked. To volunteer at Citibooks, contact Fran at 724-228-2915 or fran701@fairpoint.net.
Lunch with Friends will be held at noon March 12. Julia Urdenis will discuss Pysanky egss, explaining their design and history. Pizza and salad are available for $5.
Evening with Friends will begin at 6 o’clock March 19. Jason and Heidi Miller will discuss Appalachain myths and fantasy.
Hello Spring drawing winners will be announced March 20.
Downloadable eBooks and audiobooks are available in public libraries in Washington, Greene and Fayette counties. A valid library card that includes an email address is required. Instructions and training videos are available online at http://waggin.lib.overdrive.com.
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Book of the month is “Mrs. Lincoln’s Dressmaker” by Jennifer Chiaverini.
Free, private classes are available on how to use your Tablet or eReader with OverDrive. Call the circulation desk at 724-222-2400, ext. 222, to schedule an appointment.
510 Meldon Ave. Donora, PA 15033 Phone: 724-379-7940
102 E. George St. Carmichaels, PA 15320 Phone: 724-966-5263 FAX: 724-966-9511 Website: www.flenniken.org
Homework help for students in kindergarten through high school is available from 4:15 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the library. The program is staffed by students from Waynesburg University. Families can make appointments or just stop by for help in any subject.
35 N. Jefferson Ave. Canonsburg, PA 15317 Phone: 724-745-1308 Website: www.franksarrislibrary.org
Junk crafts will be held Monday as follows: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for students in kindergarten through second grade and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for third- through fifth-graders.
Candy Mmaking for adults and 11th- and 12th-graders will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday. Fee is $2 for materials .
Woodburning for high school students will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday. The program will teach the ancient art of burning decorative patterns and pictures into wood. Space is limited to 15 students, and registration is required. Materials will be provided.
Mystery Book Club will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday. “The Quickie” by James Patterson will be discussed.
Family Night will begin at 6:30 Thursday. There will be stories, crafts and games. “Sweet Dreams” will be the theme.
Play day for first- through third-graders will be held from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday.
Teen Drama Club auditions will be held from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Saturday and March 16. The new club will perform a play for children in May. Contact the library to sign up for an audition.
Squishy Circuits will be held March 11 as follows: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for students in kindergarten through second grade and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for third- through fifth-graders.
Polymer Bead-Making for 11th- and 12th-graders will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 11. Fee is $2, and registration is required.
Board of directors will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 12.
Drag races will be held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. March 14. Registration is required.
Family Night will begin at 6:30 March 14. There will be stories, crafts and games. Theme is “Pi.”
Build a scale model of a Civil War Battle from 3:15 to 4:15 p.m. Mondays, March 18 through May 6. The program is open to high school students. Materials will be provided.
Investigating Aliens will be held March 18 as follows: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for students in kindergarten through second grade and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for third- through fifth-graders.
Introduction to Art for adults and 11th- and 12th-graders will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays, beginning March 18. Participants will learn to draw and paint with watercolors. Fee is $5, and materials will be provided. Contact the library to register.
Friends of the Library will meet at 7 p.m. March 20. New members are welcome.
Family Night will begin at 6:30 p.m. March 21. There will be stories, crafts and games. Fred Rogers’ birthday will be celebrated.
Dancing to the Oldies for women will be held at 11 a.m. Saturdays, beginning March 23. The class is designed to promote fitness. One-time fee is $5.
Weather Station will be held March 25 as follows: 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for students in kindergarten through second grade and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for third- through fifth-graders.
Family Night will begin at 6:30 p.m. March 28. There will be stories, crafts and games. Particpants will be asked to “Unplug.”
Frayed Knots meets at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Tea is served.
P.O. Box 625 Fredericktown, PA 15333 Phone: 724-377-0017 Email: fredpl@atlanticbbn.net Website: www.fredpublib.org
Book Buddies book club will meet at 2 p.m. today. “Kabul Beauty School: An American Woman Goes Behind the Veil” by Deborah Rodriguez will be discussed.
It’s a Sip of Wine … It’s Summertime committee will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday to continue planning the wine-tasting party, which will be held June 1. Open to anyone interested in helping.
Preschoolers will celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday during a special story hour at 10 a.m. Thursday.
Friends of the Library will meet at 4 p.m. March 13.
Accelerated Reader Book Club for fourth- through sixth-graders meet will meet at 7 p.m. March 13. “Flawed Dogs” by Berkeley Breathed will be discussed. Snacks and other activities will be included.
Library board will meet at 7 p.m. March 20.
Preschool story hour to celebrate Mr. Rogers Birthday will be held at 10 a.m. March 21.
Make-It-Family Night will begin at 6 o’clock March 27. Geared toward families with first- through third-graders, the evening will include games, crafts and other activitives.
Spring session of preschool story hour begins at 10 a.m. March 28 and will continue Thursdays through May 16.
P.O. Box 274 Jefferson, PA 15344 Email: gcls@alltel.net Website: www.greenecolib.org
The library offers two reading centers:
• Thomas Hughes House, 107 Hatfield St., Jefferson, 724-883-2107. Hours are 1 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays.
• Jackson Township, 102 Tunnel Road, Holbrook, 724-499-5428. Hours are 3 to 7 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays.
52 Fourth St. McDonald, PA 15057 Phone: 724-926-8400 FAX: 724-926-4686 Email: heritagelibrary @comcast.net Website: www.heritage publib.org
Weight Watchers meets at 6 p.m. every Tuesday.
Wii Will Rock You will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 11. Play Wii on the wall. Snacks will be sold.
Book discussion group meets every Tuesday of the month. “The Shoemaker’s Wife” by Adriana Trigiani will be discussed in March. Call the library for time.
Library board will meet at 6:30 p.m. March 13.
Friends Group will hold its spring auction March 20 to May 7. Tickets are two for $1 or 12 for $5.
LEGO Club meets the last Thursday of every month. March’s theme is favorite characters.
Free tax preparation for senior citizens and low-income individuals will be provided by AARP counselors every Wednesday through April 10 at the library. Call the library for an appointment.
247 Jefferson Ave. Marianna, PA 15345 Phone: 724-267-3888 Email: mclib@roadlynx.net Website: www.mariannalibrary.org
Mid-winter book sale is under way. Adult hardback fiction is $1; adult nonfiction books are $2; and paperbacks and all children’s books are 25 cents. Bag sale begins March 15.
LEGO Club for school-aged children will be held at 4:15 p.m. the first Monday of every month. Donations of LEGO sets or pieces are welcome. Registration is required.
Preschool story hour will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesdays through March 20.
Afterschool arts will be held at 4:15 p.m. March 13. There will be St. Patrick’s Day stories, games, crafts and food. Registration is required.
The library will be closed March 30 in observance of Easter.
Bicentennial History of Marianna and West Bethlehem Township book will go on sale in April. Cost is $15, and copies can be reserved by calling the library. Prepaid mail orders are being accepted for an additional $3 in postage and handling. Send to: Marianna Library, P.O. Box 457, Marianna, PA 15345.
Vendors are needed for the library’s second annual Ladies Day Out, which will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11. Vendors are asked to donate door-prize items. There is no setup fee. Contact the library to participate. Proceeds benefit Friends of the Library.
813 W. Main St. Monongahela, PA 15063 Phone: 724-258-5409
326 Donner Ave.
Monessen, PA 15601
jill.mplkids@gmail.com
616 E. McMurray Road McMurray, PA 15317 Phone: 724-941-9430 Website: www.ptlibrary.org
Dr. Seuss’ Birthday Party will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. There will be games, activities and books to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Register at the children’s reference desk.
Couponing Club meets from 6 to 8 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Register by emailing ptplcouponingclub@gmail.com or visiting the circulation desk.
Word Processing 1 will be held from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Tuesday. Cost is $5, and registration is not complete until payment is received. Register at the circulation desk.
Life Design workshop will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday. The program will be presented by Marlene Boas, Ph.D., a board-certified coach. Registration is required by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visiting the circulation desk or calling the library.
Paws for Reading for those in first grade and older will be held from 10 to 11:20 a.m. Saturday. Youngsters can read to a registered therapy dog to gain extra self-confidence and fluency. Registration for a 20-minute timeslot is required at the children’s reference desk.
Quick Fixes for Everyday Grammar Blunders and Business Writing Etiquette will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday. The program will be presented by Sydnee Bagovich, the Grammar Nerd. Cost is $5, payable before class. However, registration is required by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, visiting the circulation desk or calling the library.
Girls’ Book Club for fourth- through sixth-graders will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. March 11. “The Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett will be discussed.
Marker and Chalk Pastel Drawing for 6 1/2- to 13-year-olds will be held from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, March 12 to April 2. Cost is $15 plus supplies. Registration is required.
Word Processing 2 will be held from 7 to 8:45 p.m. March 12. Cost is $5, and registration is not complete until payment is received. Register at the circulation desk.
Evening Book Club will hold a planning meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. March 13.
Family Story Time will be held from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m. March 14. Luck o’ the Irish – St. Patrick’s Day will be the theme. Register at the children’s reference desk.
Go Green Club will meet at 7 p.m. March 18. Those who plan to attend are asked to email ptplgogreenclub@gmail.com.
Chinese Language class for second- through eighth-graders will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays, March 19 through April 30. There will be no class April 2. Cost is $40, and registration is required at the circulation desk by March 12.
Family Movie Night will be held from 6 to 7:45 p.m. March 19. “Mary Poppins” will be shown.
Word Processing 3 will be held from 7 to 8:45 p.m. March 19. Cost is $5, and registration is not complete until payment is received. Register at the circulation desk.
Afternoon Book Club for Adults will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m. March 20. “A Moveable Feast” by Ernest Hemingway will be discussed.
Teen Culinary Creations will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. March 20. All supplies will be provided.
Beading Club for those 12 and older will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. March 20. Registration is required by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or calling the library.
T-shirt Recycling will be held from 3 to 3:45 p.m. March 21. Register at the children’s reference desk.
Laughter Club will meet from 10 to 11 a.m. March 21. Facilitator is Julie Ann Sullivan, a certified laugh leader. Register to by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or calling the library.
This is Not Your Grandma’s Optimism will be presented by Connie Donaldson, author of “Dumping the Magic: A Retired Cynic Revisits Spirituality and Healing,” from 7 to 8 p.m. March 21. New technology in brain studies has brought about discoveries about how humans think and act. Donaldson will explore scientifically proven ways to feel better. Registration is required.
World War II Discussion Group will meet from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 27. Registration is required.
Mystery Book Club will meet form 1 to 2:30 p.m. March 27. “The Case of Jennie Brice” by Mary Roberts Rinehart will be discussed.
Teen Egg-Dyeing Party will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. March 27. Register at the children’s reference desk.
Teen Paint – Simple Art will be held from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. March 28. Register at the children’s reference desk.