COVID-19 Policy
Masks are currently optional for all patrons and staff while they are in our library buildings regardless of vaccination status. This policy change is in accordance with the CDC’s most recent guidance for communities at a Low level of risk for the Covid-19 virus. Anyone who is attending a program for pre-school aged or younger children is highly recommended to wear a mask during these programs to help protect those who are unable to be vaccinated at this time. Thank you for your cooperation!
Fines Are No Longer Fine at Cooper-Siegel Community Library and Sharpsburg Community Library!
We know library patrons are busy, and sometimes an item comes back a few days late. We want to make using the Library easy and inclusive for all patrons. Removing fines will increase access to all the books, movies and materials that you want and need!
Why is this important?
Even though the Library’s materials and services are free to the community, overdue fines can keep people away from the Library and inequitably restrict access to library resources. Going fine free will remove barriers for our patrons, so more people can enjoy the Library!
Please read our Fine Free Policy FAQ for more information.
Fox Chapel Parking Permit Online Form
The dog park application has moved online! Please fill out this form. Stop into the library after to pay for and/or pick up your sticker. You can also call us at 412-828-9520 x5015 to pay with a credit card and we can mail your sticker. When you come in to pay, we accept cash, check (made out to Cooper-Siegel) or credit card. You can also stop into the library and we’ll fill out the online form with you. Please note: all lots that require parking permits are posted with signs. They are: Riding Meadow Park, Lockhart Trail parking area off Hemlock Hollow Road, and the parking area opposite Hardie Valley Park on Old Mill Road. If you plan to walk your dog in any of these parks, you must purchase a parking permit and park in one of these designated areas.
Events and Programs!
Printable calendar: May and June
- Oceans of Possibilities Youth Art Showon May 23, 2022 at 8:15 pm
05/16/22 @ 12:00am - 05/28/22 @ 12:00am Sharpsburg Community Library Drop-ins welcome as space permits. Art presents oceans of possibilities! Our youth art show features young artists (18 and under) and showcase their ocean-themed pieces to celebrate the summer reading theme. Stop by any time during library hours to view this exhibit through Tuesday 6/21. Exhibit is on view in the Fiction and Non-fiction Rooms.
- DIY Lab Appointmenton May 23, 2022 at 8:15 pm
05/24/22 @ 9:00am - 05/24/22 @ 12:00pm DIY Lab Formats our lab supports: photographs, documents up to 8.5″ x 11″, negatives/Film ( 35mm, 4” x 5”, medium and 8” x 10”), 35 mm slides, audio cassette tapes, VHS cassette tapes, 8, Hi8 and digital 8 video cassette tapes Formats our lab cannot support: betamax, reel to reel audio, 8 and 16mm film and slides in any format other than 35 mm Adults 18+ only please. Registration is required. Registration starts: 04/14/2022 @ 8:00am Registration end: 05/23/2022 @ 9:00am This event is for a 1-on-1 Digitize It Yourself (D.I.Y.) Lab appointment. During the appointment, you can transfer and store your analog memorabilia, such as photos, slides, audio and video cassettes, into a digital format for safekeeping. Click here for information on formats and equipment.
- DIY Lab Appointmenton May 23, 2022 at 8:15 pm
05/24/22 @ 1:00pm - 05/24/22 @ 4:00pm DIY Lab Adults 18+ only please. Registration is required. Registration starts: 04/18/2022 @ 8:00am Registration end: 05/23/2022 @ 1:00pm This event is for a 1-on-1 Digitize It Yourself (D.I.Y.) Lab appointment. During the appointment, you can transfer and store your analog memorabilia, such as photos, slides, audio and video cassettes, into a digital format for safekeeping. Click here for information on what formats we work with and the equipment we use.
- Code Clubon May 23, 2022 at 8:15 pm
05/24/22 @ 5:30pm - 05/24/22 @ 6:30pm Cooper-Siegel Community Library Registration is required. Registration starts: 04/19/2022 @ 12:00am Registration end: 05/24/2022 @ 5:30pm We are starting a new Code Club at Cooper-Siegel Community Library! The club will meet in the CSCL computer lab every two weeks for a total of 6 classes. Lead by local Data Scientist Jenna Gustafson, teens and tweens from ages 11-15 will learn the coding langauge Python. No coding experience or computer needed! We only have enough space for 10 coders so please register below to reserve your spot! (Sign up reserves a spot in all six meetings, so please make sure you can attended all or most of them.)
What’s New!
Our Community Stories
Cooper-Siegel Community Library will use grant funds from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, to bridge the gap among the communities we serve through online recorded stories told by our community members about what it is like to live, work, learn and play here.
If you are interested in sharing a story or learning more about how to get involved in this project, please click here for more information.
PA Power Library Survey
