Mini Golf at the Library Scores a Hole-in-One
This past winter, the library stacks doubled as mini fairways during the first-ever Mini Golf at the Library event, and it was a true PAR-TEE from start to finish! Families and friends made their way through a one-of-a-kind indoor course that wound throughout the library and borough building, turning familiar spaces into creative putting greens.
The event welcomed golfers of all ages during the daytime session, followed by an after-hours round for those 21 and older. Events like Mini Golf at the Library highlight how the library continues to reimagine its spaces in creative ways, bringing people together not just for books and resources, but for shared experiences.
Many thanks to everyone who participated and helped make this debut mini golf event such a success. Plans are already in discussion on how to make this bigger and better next year.
Unearth a Summer of Reading and DiscoverT
Jefferson Hills Public Library’ s 2026 Summer Reading Program,“ Unearth a Story,” invites readers of all ages to dig into a season full of stories, hands-on learning, and creative fun. From weekly favorites to special one-day events, this summer’ s lineup offers something new to explore at every visit.
Get your first taste of summer with the Summer Reading Kickoff Party on May 13, from 5:00 p. m.- 7:00 p. m. The Summer Reading Program will begin the week of June 8 and continue until our Summer Close Out Finale on August 6, from noon to 3:00 p. m.
Storytimes remain a summer staple, with Baby & Me Storytime on Tuesday mornings and Toddler & Preschool Storytime on Wednesday mornings at 10:30 a. m. Sensory Play Free Time will make its summer debut, with sessions scheduled on June 22, July 13, and August 17, offering relaxed, open-ended play opportunities.
For school-age children, tweens, and teens, the calendar is packed with weekly and rotating programs. Tween Takeover runs select Tuesdays throughout June, July, and early August, while Engineering Challenges will encourage problem-solving and creativity on multiple summer afternoons. Summer Expeditions, held every Thursday, invite participants to explore new topics and activities each week.
Special Events Include:
• Wednesday, May 13, 5:00-7:00 p. m. – Summer Reading Kickoff
• Tuesday, June 9, 4:30-5:15 p. m. – Animal Athletes with Allegheny Land Trust
• Monday, June 15, 4:30-5:30 p. m. – Geology Class w / NiCoAl The Traveling Scientist
• Wednesday, July 1, 4:30-5:30 p. m. – Wildlife 101 w / Humane Animal Rescue
• Monday, July 6, 2:00-2:45 p. m. – Pittsburgh Zoo Visit
• Monday, August 3, 5:00-6:00 p. m. – Intro to Archeology w / Allegheny Park Rangers
• Thursday, August 6, Noon-3:00 p. m. – Summer Reading Close Out
Smaller, passive, ongoing activities fill the gaps and keep the fun going all summer long. Reading logs, bingo challenges, library scavenger hunts, weekly take-home activities, and of course the return of our summer reading raffle baskets, make it easy to participate at any pace.
With stories to discover, challenges to tackle, and experiences to share, this summer’ s reading program is all about uncovering something new. Full details, updates, and registration information will be shared through the library website and social media in the coming months. We ask that participants register on the events calendar for all events they plan to attend. Let’ s have an amazing summer together discovering something new!
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MEMORIAL & HONOR BOOKS
A lasting way to celebrate the memory of a loved one, or recognize someone special, is through the library’ s Book Memorials program. A gift of $ 35 or more places a book with a book plate in the library’ s collection, creating a meaningful tribute that will be enjoyed by readers for years to come.
Memorial and honor donations can be completed online or in person. For online transactions, visit the library website and click the“ Support Us” tab and then click the“ Donate” webpage. Navigate to the memorial button in the middle of the page. Type the dollar amount and then follow the prompts. After submitting your payment, you will be redirected to a form. Enter the required information and click“ Submit.”
For in-person or by mail options, visit the circulation desk to obtain a memorial form or download and print the form from the library website, complete the requested information, and return it with a check payable to the Jefferson Hills Public Library. Forms and payments may be mailed or dropped off at the library at 925 Old Clairton Road, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025.
Each memorial gift helps grow the collection while honoring a life, a legacy, or a love of reading.
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