Events and Classes
December 2024
Monday, December 9 12:00 am – Saturday, December 14 12:00 am
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Chroma Collection: Ice Tie Dye by Studio Alison B1212 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15215, USContact: Sara Mariacher, mariachers2@einetwork.net
Our very own Alison Babusci is a Pittsburgh-born artist, teacher, professional storyteller, and art education consultant. As a storyteller, she has performed for children and adults in museums, independent bookstores, schools, libraries, theatres, and festivals from Pittsburgh to New York City, often accompanied by her original puppets. She has over 32 years of teaching experience and currently teaches at Sharpsburg Community Library.Alison creates art in a variety of media, usually involving textiles and stories. She was inspired to try ice tie dye during the pandemic and cannot stop. The colors and endless and unexpected possibilities continue to intrigue her. In the colder months, Alison felts cashmere and wool sweaters, transforming them into accessories for humans, cats, and homes. In the warmer months, she uses ice tie dye to create wearable art and unique home goods. Chroma Collection: Ice Tie Dye by Studio Alison B will be on view daily through 12/31 and feature various items for sale. 25% of each sale benefits the libraryFollow Alison on Instagram: @studioalisonb
Friday, December 13
- 10:00 am – 11:00 am
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Therapets with Bandit403 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15328, US
Head to the library to get some therapeutic pets in with Jessica and her pup, Bandit. Bandit is a 7 YO charming and chill Portuguese Water Dog who loves all the pets, squeezes and attention. He and Jessica will be wandering around the library for all to enjoy. These pets have undergone special training to provide comfort and affection, and are certified through Animal Friends’ Therapets program. All ages are welcome.
- 10:30 am – 11:00 am
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Spanish & English Storytime403 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15328, USContact: Megan Fogt, fogtm2@einetwork.net, 4128289520 ext. 5018
Join us for a playful storytime in both Spanish and English with interactive books, rhymes, and songs. Storytimes are a great way to build early literacy skills, practice social skills, and gain background knowledge that will support your child as they learn and grow. This program is geared towards 3 – 5 year olds and their caregivers.
Please register for any dates you plan to attend separately.
- 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
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Booked for Lunch403 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15328, USContact: Lauren Williams, williamsl2@einetwork.net, 4128289520
In December, we are reading Books about Books with a short children’s book, The Lost Library and a short adult’s book, The Door-to-Door Bookstore. We will also be discussing the choices for 2025.
- 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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1-on-1 Tech Help403 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15328, US
Make a 60 minute appointment to get some help with your technology questions. Troubleshoot with an expert high schooler who will help with devices like cell phones (iphone and android), e-readers (iPad, Chromebook), laptops, library apps (Hoopla, Libby, the Library app) and more!The tech appointments are coordinated through a partnership with a nonprofit that was founded by local high school student David Feder. David started Technology Trained by Teens because it helps those who are often left behind connect to the world. Every week we will post the available times for the following week.
- 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
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Read with Mishka1212 Main St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15215, USContact: Sara Mariacher, mariachers2@einetwork.net, 4127810783
Dogs are the best listeners! Mishka is a certified therapy dog, who is looking forward to hearing some great tales. Mishka and her person, Ms. Alejandra, will be at the library monthly on the 2nd Friday.
Registration is encouraged so we know how many kids will be reading with Mishka. Kids will take turns reading aloud to Mishka. For kids who are learning to read through expert readers.
*PreK friends are welcome with an accompanying grown-up.*
This volunteer-led program is FREE – donations appreciated.
Parking is available at the library and the 13th Street Municipal Lot (metered). Library is accessible via PRT’s 91 and 1 bus routes — get off at 13th Street.
- 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
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Teen After Hours: Nightmare Before Christmas403 Fox Chapel Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15328, USContact: Finley Gelsimino, gelsiminof2@einetwork.net
Join us for Teen After Hours every third Friday from 6:30-8:30pm! We’ll have pizza and snacks and play video games, sing karaoke, play hide and seek in the library with the lights off, and much more! So come have a chill time with us.
This program is designed for teens in grades 6-12.
September: MarioKart Tournament
October: Zombie Tag
November: Ghost Hunt
December: Nightmare Before Christmas Party