Tween Programs
Tweens are 9 through 13 years old. Check out our programs designed especially with you in mind!
TWEEN READ IT AND EAT BOOK CLUB Boys and girls in Grades 3 through 6 Third Monday of the Month, 4 to 4:45 p. m. Stop over after school for a special book club just for TWEEN boys and girls in grades 3 through 6. Join us for discussion and fun activities based on these great tween books. Refreshments will be provided. Feb. 19: The Storm in the Barn by Matt Phelan March 19: Fiona’ s Luck by Teresa Bateman
MAKER MONDAYS First Monday of the Month, 4 to 4:45 p. m. Bring your friends to Maker Mondays, a hands-on, selfdirected learning workshop. Each session will have a different project or game that will be a collaborative effort within a group.
TWEEN CRAFTERNOONS The First Tuesday of the Month, 3 to 5 p. m.( stop in any time and bring a friend!) Join us for a special craft in the Teen Room.
JR. STUDENTS ACTIVE FOR ENVIRONMENT
( SAFE) CLUB Grades 4 through 8 Second and Fourth Mondays of the Month, Immediately after school until 5 p. m. Learn more about the beautiful planet we call home by joining our Jr. SAFE Club. Assisted by members of the PTHS SAFE Club, every session will explore a different environmental theme or issue. We’ ll have lots of fun, hands-on activities while learning about our world.
SPARK! SCIENCE FOR TWEENS!
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Ages: Grades 4 through 6 Third Thursday of the Month, 4 to 4:45 p. m. Join our brand new science program led by PTHS Science Club members. Make engaging and educational science crafts through this hands-on program. Projects may include squishy circuits, DIY lava lamps, the science of color or food, and much more. Project details are subject to change. Check the library website for the most updated information.
Programs for All Ages
PAWS FOR READING Ages: Preschool and up Saturday Feb. 10 and March 10, 10 to 11:20 a. m. Visit with a registered therapy dog to gain selfconfidence and fluency by reading to these attentive animals. Sign up for your 20-minute slot. They fill up fast!
WILD KRATTS WEDNESDAYS Every Wednesday, Noon to 12:30 p. m. Bring a bag lunch and join us every Wednesday to view a new or loved Wild Kratts episode. On some weeks, special giveaways will be available thanks to our partnership with WQED and our Inquire Within grant funded by EQT Corporation.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTS For kids of all ages with a parent or caregiver. Third Thursday of the Month, 6:45 p. m. until movie is over Movies are rated G or PG Feb. 15: My Little Pony( 2017) March 15: The LEGO Ninjago Movie( 2017)
A NIGHT WITH WQED Second Thursday of the Month, 6:30 to 7:30 p. m. Enjoy a new or loved WQED / PBS program and activity. Every child will also receive a special giveaway from WQED Inquire Within funded by EQT. Feb. 8: Pinkalicious & Peterrific( NEW show!) March 8: Nature Cat
Art Programs
SOFT CHALK PASTELS Ages: 6 ½ to 13 4 weeks, Feb. 6 through 27 Tuesdays, 4 to 5:30 p. m. Limit: 15 children Cost: $ 20 plus supplies Students will learn basic techniques with soft chalk pastels. Register at the Circulation Desk. Please see supply list when registering.
ACRYLIC PAINTS Ages: 6 ½ to 13 4 weeks, March 6 through 27 Tuesdays, 4 to 5:30 p. m. Limit: 15 children Cost: $ 20 plus supplies Students will learn basic techniques with acrylic paints. Register at the Circulation Desk. Please see supply list when registering. eters Township
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