Community Library of Castle Shannon 3677 Myrtle Avenue | Castle Shannon , PA 15234 | 412.563.4552 | www . castleshannonlibrary . org
Library Closures Feb . 20 : Presidents ’ Day Apr . 14-16 : Easter
Please note that registration is appreciated for all programs . This helps us prepare adequate materials . Register for a program by stopping at the library , calling , or emailing Miss Heather at weleskih @ einetwork . net .
UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND TEENS AT THE LIBRARY
After School Reading Club : Join us each week as we explore the world of books ! We will decide as a group what we will read ( Juvenile Fiction ) and discuss the book as we read it . Registration is preferred so enough copies of the book are available . Snacks will be provided . Mon ., 3:45-5 p . m . through May 15 .
Homework Help : Come to the library for a time to get help with homework ! Ms . Heather will be available for help with all subjects . All you need to do is bring your homework and a pencil . Tues . and Wed ., 3:30-4:30 p . m . Runs through May 31 .
Arts and Crafts : Join us as we spend time making various arts and crafts at the library . Each week we will spend time learning about a new style of art , followed by free time for creating ! Wed ., 4:45-5:30 p . m . Runs through May 31 .
STEAM Hour : Science , Technology , Engineering , Arts , and Math … Oh My ! Join us as we explore a new aspect each week ! Thurs ., 4:30-5:30 p . m . Runs through June 1 .
Teen Life Prep : Come to the library to learn things you might not learn in school that will help you as an adult . We will discuss budgeting , banking , saving money while shopping , resumes , interviews , scholarships , and more ! Mon ., 3-3:45 p . m . Runs through May 15 .
Teen Gaming : Come to the library for a free time of playing board games or games on the Wii ! You get to decide what you want to do . Tues ., 3-4 p . m . Runs through May 30 .
STORYTIMES
Songs and Stories : Weekly stories , as well as lots of music and movement . Each week we will explore a different theme and sing a variety of songs to go with our story . Space is limited and registration is required . Caregivers must attend with your little one . Ages birth to 3 . Wed . and Thur ., 10:30-11 a . m . Runs through June 1 .
Rhyming Readers : For ages 3-4 . Come get creative with us each week as we explore different story themes , sing songs , and make a craft that matches the theme ! This storytime will also help children learn skills they may need in kindergarten . Thurs ., 3:15-3:45 p . m . Runs through June 1 .
School Age Story Time : For ages 5-8 . Come get creative with us each week as we explore different story themes and make a craft that matches the theme . This storytime will also help children learn reading comprehension skills they may need in school . Thurs ., 3:45-4:15 p . m . Runs through June 1 .
TUESDAY EVENING PROGRAMS
Family Movie Nights : Light snacks will be provided . Movies will be rated G or PG . Stop by the library or call to ask which movie will be showing . Showtimes @ 6:30 p . m ., Feb . 21 ; March 14 ; April 4 , 18 ; May 2 , 23 .
Tail-Waggin ’ Tutors : Each child will have the opportunity to read to one of our special doggie tutors . Register for this program to ensure we have enough dogs present . March 14 , April 11 , May 9 ; 7-8 p . m .
Tea Party : It ’ s Tea Time and you ’ re invited ! Join us for tea , snacks , songs , and a craft ! Ages 2-10 . Registration is required to make sure enough supplies are available . April 11 , 6:30 p . m .
SPECIAL PROGRAM
Pittsburgh Puppet Works presents “ Puppetry Arts ,” a program that teaches kids the art of puppetry ! The visit begins with a 30-minute professional puppetry performance , loaded with snappy tunes and silly jokes . After the show , puppeteers teach basic puppetry techniques and demonstrate how to make a sock puppet and a simple theater out of inexpensive supplies they might already have at home ! Volunteers are invited to try out their new skills at the conclusion of the presentation . March 21 , 6:30 p . m .
UPCOMING PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS AT THE LIBRARY
Monthly Book Discussion Group Join the group for some light discussion on the second Monday of every month at 7 p . m ., in the lower level of the library . Registration is preferred but not required . Please call 412.563.4552 , or stop in the library to register and to pick up your copy of the book .
March 13 : The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson April 10 : Presumed Innocent by Scott Turow May 8 : Shirley Jones : Memoir by Shirley Jones
Crafternoons for Adults and Seniors at the Library What is it ? An afternoon solely devoted to the joys of craft . The only three conditions are that the activity must be after midday , crafty , and with friends ! Join us the third Wednesday of each month for Crafternoons . We will meet downstairs from 2:30-4:30 p . m . Bring your best craft ideas with you . This is an informal gathering and a chance to meet new people and learn new craft ideas . Adults ages 18 and over welcome . If you cannot make it in the afternoon , stop by between 6-8 p . m . Upcoming Dates : Feb . 15 - Felt Designs March 15 - Fairy Gardens : Please bring small rocks , twigs , terra cotta pots , and dirt . April 19 May 17
Painting Night @ the Library - Mar . 3 . Check our website or Facebook page for more information !
Spring Used Book Sale Come out and support the Friends of the Library ! March 16 , 2-8 p . m . March 17 , 1:30-4:30 p . m . March 18 , 10:30 a . m . -3:30 p . m .
Spring Flea Market April 8 , 9 a . m . -2 p . m . ( new start time ) Food , bake sale , raffles and more than 25 tables to shop from !
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