12/09/24 @ 12:00am - 12/14/24 @ 12:00am Sharpsburg 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

12/12/24 @ 6:00pm - 12/12/24 @ 8:00pm Reading Room (Scott Family Reading Room) Cooper-Siegel This program occurs after the library closes. Drop-ins welcome as space permits. All supplies provided. Registration is required. Registration starts: 03/31/1970 @ 8:00pm Registration end: 12/12/2024 @ 6:00pm Come hang out with us as we crochet, knit, or do any other fun yarn craft! Finley is here to teach you crochet and if you don't have any supplies, don't worry! The library is regularly donated yarn and we'll have extra crochet hooks and knitting needles on hand to get you started on your yarn journey!

12/13/24 @ 10:00am - 12/13/24 @ 11:00am Library Cooper-Siegel 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. 

12/13/24 @ 6:30pm - 12/13/24 @ 8:30pm Program Room (Verne C. Koch Program Room) Cooper-Siegel This program occurs after the library closes. Please register online or call the library at 412-828-9520 (CSCL) or 412-781-0783 (SCL). Registration is required. Registration starts: 03/31/1970 @ 8:00pm Registration end: 12/20/2024 @ 6:30pm 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