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PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS
CHILDREN ’ S PROGRAMS
Please visit the library calendar at events . ptlibrary . org to register for our free programs .
PAWS FOR READING For Pre-K and up Second Saturday of the Month , 10 to 11:30 a . m . ( June 8 and July 13 ) We are excited to host certified therapy dogs at the library . Register online for your 20-minute time slot to read to these furry friends . Registration is required for each child participating .
CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER : ONE WORLD , ONE SKY For Pre-K to 2nd grade Friday , June 14 , 10 to 10:45 a . m . Blast off through space and time with the Carnegie Science Center ’ s digital SkyBox planetarium ! Based on the popular children ’ s show Sesame Street , this cross-cultural planetarium show provides an introduction to astronomy as Elmo and his friend , Hu Hu Zhu , from the Chinese production of Sesame Street , go on an exciting adventure to discover the Sun , Moon , and Stars .
CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER : PLANETS For Grades 2 to 6 Friday , June 14 , 11:30 a . m . to 12:15 p . m . Carnegie Science Center ’ s digital SkyBox planetarium show Planets explores the difference between stars and planets , how we can recognize a planet in the night sky and planetary motion . Using powerful software and an HD projector , this portable flatscreen planetarium program brings the Science Center to you ! Please note : In order to accommodate more families , only register your child for one planetarium program .
NATIONAL AVIARY : NATURE ’ S RAINBOW For Pre-K to Kindergarten Tuesday , June 18 , 10 to 10:30 a . m . Discover how important colors are to the animal world with the help of an Animal Ambassador and a mystery box of brightly colored bird feathers !
NATIONAL AVIARY : AMAZING ADAPTATIONS For Grade 1 to 4 Tuesday , June 18 , 11 to 11:45 a . m . Birds are equipped with unique traits that help them survive in their natural habitats . In this program , student will discover and explore our feathered friends ’ amazing feet , feathers and beaks ! Please note : In order to accommodate more families , only register your child for one Aviary program .
CHESS WITH A CHAMPION For Grades 1 to 6 Third Tuesday of the month , 6:30 to 7:30 p . m . ( June 18 and July 16 ) Frank Gavlak , our local chess expert , will be sharing basic chess play techniques and skills to make your game even better . Registration is required for each child participating . We ask that an adult remain in the library during this program .
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MARIO KART TOURNAMENT Fridays , June 21 , July 12 , August 2 Grades 1 to 3 , 10:30 to 11:30 a . m . Grades 4 to 6 , 12:30 to 1:30 p . m . Grades 7 to 12 , 2:30 to 3:30 p . m . Meet up with friends in Teen Room this summer for a Mario Kart tournament . Slots provided for grade 1 through 12 !
FAMILY LEGO NIGHT For the whole family Mondays , June 24 & July 22 , 6:30 to 7:30 p . m . Build Legos together as a family . Create and name your design to be displayed in the Youth Services Department . It will stay on display until just before the next Lego night . Registration is required for each child participating .
MAGIC OF SCIENCE WITH THE CAT IN THE HAT Kindergarten to 4th grade Friday , June 28 , 10 to 10:45 a . m . Join magician Steve Haberman to explore the wonderful world of science with the help of demonstrations , magic and imagination ! Children will learn about physics , math , optics and chemistry .
FOURTH OF JULY BINGO For the whole family Monday , July 1 , 6:30 to 7:30 p . m . Begin your fourth of July holiday week celebrating the land of the free . Join Ms . Linda for an evening of old-fashioned , fun , BINGO . We will play several rounds , while we kick back , laugh and win prizes .
FIRST STEPS AND FIRST STORIES For ages 1 ½ to 2 ½ , 10 to 10:30 a . m . First Saturday of the month , July 6 , August 3 Help your little one get excited for books with stories , songs , and fingerplays featuring a seasonal theme !
PITTSBURGH ZOO : WONDERS OF WILDLIFE For Kindergarten to 4th grade Thursday , July 11 , 1:30 to 2:15 p . m . Discover fur , feathers and scales in this introduction to some of the world ’ s most fascinating animals . Using live animals from the zoo , we will explore the physical characteristics of each animal while learning how they are uniquely adapted to their environments .
WEIRD BARBIE For Grades 2 to 6 Thursday , July 18 , 6:30 to 7:30 p . m . Take a walk on the wild side and create your own “ weird ” Barbie ! All supplies will be provided .
PITTSBURGH PUPPET WORKS For Preschool to 2nd grade Friday , July 19 , 10:30 to 11:30 a . m . Pittsburgh Puppet Works has been entertaining Pittsburgh with its blend of crafty jokes and zany anecdotes since 2004 . Puppets are a powerful teaching tool , and this show will help kids grasp issues and concept with a blend of comedy and education .
FLAMINGO FRIDAY ADVENTURE For Preschool and up Friday , July 26 , 10:30 to 11 a . m . Do you know why the flamingo is pink ? Come and find out ! Join Ms . Linda to learn about the beauty and habits of the pink flamingo and end your adventure by making your own flamingo to take home .