News & Events at the Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale SUMMER 2023
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1800 Monongahela Ave ., Swissvale , PA 15218 • 412.731.2300 • swissvalelibrary . org Library Hours : MON – THURS 10 a . m . to 7 p . m . • FRIDAY 10 a . m . to 4 p . m . • SATURDAY 9 a . m . to 4 p . m . • SUNDAY CLOSED CLOSED : June 19 Juneteenth and July 4 Independence Day t Return of the Friends of the Swissvale Library BAKE SALE Saturday , June 10 , 10 a . m . to 3 p . m ., library lower level ( Senior Center )
Support the library by buying delicious baked goods of all kinds . It is the best bakery in Swissvale for the day . Come for the cookies and treats , and then stay for the Summer Reading Kickoff Party at 1 p . m .
t Summer Reading : All Together Now June 12 – Aug . 5
School may be out , but don ’ t let your reading and learning come to an end . Swissvale Library has summer reading programs and prizes for children , teens and adults . All participants will receive an age-appropriate activity card with different learning and / or reading opportunities suggested . Read five books , win free ice cream ! Do 10 activities , get a raffle ticket ! The more you do , the more chances you have to win , not to mention becoming smarter and happier . Sign up beginning on JUNE 10 .
t Summer Reading Kickoff Party Saturday , June 10 , 12 to 3 p . m .
Swissvale Library will be kicking off our actionpacked summer reading programs with a good old-fashioned summer picnic on our lawn ( or , indoors on the lower level in case of rain ). Free food and books , live music , children ’ s activities as well as information about our summer programming . Hey , Swissvale ! We ’ re All Together Now !
t Summer Programming Highlights include :
• Wizard Game Tournament , SATURDAYS , 5 to 8 p . m ., from June 17 to July 22
• History of Science Fiction Talk by Joe Coluccio , FRIDAY , June 23 , 7 to 8:30 p . m .
• Adult Book & Salad Lunch , SUNDAY , July 9 , 1 to 3 p . m .
• Swissvale , Now and Then Presentation by Bill Price , THURSDAY , July 20 , 2 to 3 p . m .
• Children ’ s Book Lunch , SATURDAY , July 22 , 1 to 3 p . m .
• Meet Mr . McSlithers ( a real live snake !) & His Park Ranger Friends , SATURDAY , July 29 , 1 to 2 p . m .
• Summer Reading Finale & Outdoor Concert , SATURDAY , August 5 , 1 p . m .
See our website for details . All programs are free ! Some programs require registration .
t Open Mic Nights at the Library Third Friday of the month , June 16 , July 21 , Aug . 18 , 6 to 8 p . m .
t Special Open Mic for Children , Teens and Tweens Saturday , June 24 , 2 to 4 p . m .
Bring your talents to the library for Open Mic Night . Singers , musicians , writers , poets , and others are welcome to showcase their art and performances for others . If you are interested in performing , contact Erin at caine2 @ einetwork . net . There will also be signups at the door , but slots are limited . We have sound equipment , but please bring your own instruments and / or cables . Performances will be around 10 minutes , but may change based on the number of performers .
t Summer Art Exhibit June to August : Collections by Jauzzle France
“ As a child of fantasy and imagination , the materials I select reflect my view of our complex world while simultaneously reassuring me of my existence . The vibrant and ecstatic energy of my cultural background often merges the planes of fiction and reality in my vision .” – Jauzzle France
— PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES — t Therapy Dog Visits
• Saturday , June 24 , 11 a . m . to 12:30 p . m .
• Saturday , July 22 , 11 a . m . to 12:30 p . m .
• Saturday , Aug . 26 , 11 a . m . to 12:30 p . m . Visit Spot , our friendly therapy dog , who will love you for just being you !
t Wizard Card Tournament ( abbreviated ) June 17 to July 22 , Saturdays , 5 to 8 p . m . Ages 10 and above
Based on your cards , guess how well you ’ ll do against your opponents and win points if you ’ re right . Snacks , prizes , lots of laughter and fun ! Summer tournament continues until July 22 .
— PROGRAM FOR LITTLE KIDS — t Baby and Toddler Storytime Tuesdays , 11 a . m ., June 13 to Aug . 8
Stories , songs , rhymes and activities on the lawn , weather-permitting , and downstairs if not . Check our website for more details .
— PROGRAMS FOR SCHOOL-AGE KIDS — t Minecraft Mondays Mondays , 5 to 6 p . m . ( virtual ), June 12 to Aug . 7
For school-age kids and tweens . Play Minecraft online with your friends ! We play using Java Edition , which is incompatible with phones and mobile devices . Contact Miss Cece for login information or if you have any questions ( caroc @ einetwork . net ). t Art Together Now Tuesdays , 4 to 5 p . m ., June 13 to Aug . 1
Experiment with different arts and crafts weekly with Miss Cece . Art ’ s more fun when we create it together !
t Saturday Scavenger Hunts Saturdays anytime during open hours , June 12 to Aug . 5
Put your detective skills or treasure-hunting talents to use . Join us for weekly scavenger hunts with Miss Cece . Check the website for each week ’ s program .
t Hide and Peek ! Available during all library open hours
Miss Cece has hidden a stuffed animal somewhere in the library . Can you find it ? It ’ s hiding in a different spot every week , each more challenging than the last , so drop by to search for where it ’ s hidden this time ! Whoever finds it the most times gets to take it home at the end of the month .
— PROGRAMS FOR TEENS & TWEENS — t Teen & Tween Arts & Crafts Wednesdays , 5 to 6 p . m ., from June 7 to Aug . 2
Hang out with other teens ( and Erin ) and take part in various activities and crafts !
t Teen & Tween Games 1st and 3rd Saturdays , 1 p . m . – Video Games 2nd and 4th Saturdays , 1 p . m . – Board Games
Join Erin to play all different kinds of games ! Board games , card games , role-playing games , video games ... there ’ s something for everyone at any skill level .
— PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS — t Crafting Corner 2nd and 4th Tuesdays , 5 to 6 p . m .
Bring your own craft ! Set aside some time to finally work on ( and hopefully finish ) that project you ’ ve been working on .
t Computer Tutor – Now Available ! Thursdays , 11 a . m . to 2 p . m .
Walk in and sign up for a 30-minute session for help using and navigating your device ! To sign up , visit or call the library , or email caine2 @ swissvalelibrary . org .
t PA CareerLink 1st and 3rd Fridays , 1 to 4 p . m .
Jump-start your career ! A CareerLink trainer will be available at the library to help with job search and resume preparation .
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