YOUTH SERVICES PROGRAMMING
We have transitioned our programs back to in-person events . Please visit the library events calendar at ptlibrary . org / events to register for a program or call 724.941.9430 # 3 so library staff can prepare accordingly . Summer Session programs will run Monday , June 27 through Friday , August 19 , 2022 .
Special SUMMER READING Events
SUMMER READING KICKOFF For all ages ! Saturday , June 4 , 11:30 a . m . to 1:30 p . m . On the Library Lawn Readers of all ages ( birth to adult ) can help us kick off our Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program . You can swing by the library for all the fun !
• Musical performance by Josh and Gab noon-1 p . m .
• Photobooth
• PBS Kid ’ s friend from Splash and Bubbles
• Crafts and activities for children and teens
• Information about BeanStack
• Learn about Summer Programs
• Registration Goodie Bags
Summer Reading activities and logging of reading “ o-fishally ” begins on June 6 and runs through Aug . 19 . Readers can complete activities , attend programs , and read all summer to try to win prizes from the library and local businesses - all through the BeanStack App . Can ’ t join us for the kickoff ? Swing by the library during June to get your Registration Goodie Bag and learn more .
SUMMER READING BACKYARD STORYTIMES Pre-K and up Tuesdays , June 28 , July 5 , 12 , 19 , 26 , and Aug . 2 10:30 to 11 a . m . Outside on the Library Lawn Summer is heating up with Ms . Linda and Ms . Patty as they swim through the Oceans of Possibilities . We have planned a summer filled with Ocean-themed stories , activities , and crafts . Each week will be different , and you must register for each session separately . We are accepting 15 children each week for these programs .
SAVE A MANATEE Kindergarten through Grade 3 Thursday , July 21 , 11 a . m . to 1 p . m . Outside on the Library Lawn $ 5 donation suggested Peters Township Public Library Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program adopts a Manatee . Register at the Youth Services desk for a time slot to build your very own Manatee . We suggest a $ 5 minimum donation per child ( making a Manatee ). This donation will go directly to the “ Save the Manatee ” organization . We will adopt a Manatee . We will also have a contest to name our adopted Manatee . Individual registration is required for each child participating . We are accepting 30 children for this program .
In-Person Summer Programming
WILD KRATT WEDNESDAY Pre-K to Grade 3 Wednesdays , June 8 and July 13 , 12 noon to 12:45 p . m . Multi-Purpose Room , 1st floor Bring a bag lunch and picnic as you watch nature unfold with the Kratt Brothers on the big screen . Ms . Linda will make learning fun ! Get a universe of information on that week ’ s Wild Kratt topic . Individual registration is required for each child participating . We are accepting 15 children for this program . No walk-ins are permitted .
BOOK BABIES Birth to 18 months Select Thursdays , June 9 , July 7 , and Aug . 4 , 10 to 10:20 a . m . Multi-Purpose Room , 1st floor Clap and sing along to tunes while working on fine and gross motor skills and direction , following Ms . Patty ’ s help . Individual registration is required for each child participating . We are accepting 15 children for this program .
PAWS FOR READING Pre-Kindergarten and up Second Saturday of the Month , 10 to 11:20 a . m . ( June 11 , July 9 ) Youth Services Department , 1st floor We are excited to host therapy dogs at the library in partnership with Animal Friends . Register at the Youth Services desk for your 20-minute time slot to read to these furry friends . They are gentle and love to listen to you read . Space is limited so register today . Woof !
MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME 1 to 2 ½ years Select Thursdays , June 23 , July 21 , and Aug . 18 , 10 to 10:20 a . m . Multi-Purpose Room , 1st floor Join Ms . Patty for songs , fingerplays , and a story with your little one . Individual registration is required for each child participating . We are accepting 15 children for this program . eters Township
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