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Teen Tuesday's

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Middle & High School AgeJoin us on Tuesdays at 3:30 for some teen programs! We will be doing crafts, playing games, and there will be volunteer hour opportunities! Registr...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Teens
Body:

Middle & High School Age

Join us on Tuesdays at 3:30 for some teen programs! We will be doing crafts, playing games, and there will be volunteer hour opportunities! 

Registration is not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Wildlife Rehab 101 Humane Animal Rescue of Pgh

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, Adults
Body:

Join us for this informative and fun multigenerational program, best suited for ages 5 and up. Have you ever wondered what it takes to rehabilitate and release sick, injured, or or...

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Body:

Join us for this informative and fun multigenerational program, best suited for ages 5 and up. Have you ever wondered what it takes to rehabilitate and release sick, injured, or orphaned PA wildlife?

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Time for Tots

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Time for TotsWednesdays at 11AMAges 18 months - 36 monthsA storytime that is specially designed for toddlers and their grown-up! We will hear stories, sing songs, and may have a sp...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Time for Tots
Wednesdays at 11AM
Ages 18 months - 36 months

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Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Preschool StorytimeThursdays at 11AMAges 3 - 5Join us every Thursday for Preschool Storytime at the library. We will listen to stories, sing songs, and sometimes have a craft! This...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 11AM
Ages 3 - 5

Game On!

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Ages 8-14Join us afterschool for a mixture of board games, card games and videogames! We have a wide variety of games to offer!Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Ages 8-14

Join us afterschool for a mixture of board games, card games and videogames! We have a wide variety of games to offer!

Registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Bookworm Babies

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Bookworm BabiesMondays at 11AMAges 6 months - 18 monthsBounce, sing, and hear a story all while working on the earliest skills of literacy at this storytime! Specially designed for...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Bookworm Babies
Mondays at 11AM
Ages 6 months - 18 months

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Chair Yoga

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Yoga is for everyone! Join us for a gentle yoga practice that you can do seated in a chair. This 60 minute class incorporates grounding exercises, pranayama (breath work), mindful ...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Body:

Yoga is for everyone! Join us for a gentle yoga practice that you can do seated in a chair. This 60 minute class incorporates grounding exercises, pranayama (breath work), mindful movement, and an extended guided meditation.

Crafterschool

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Ages 5-12Join us after school for a free craft!Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:

Ages 5-12

Join us after school for a free craft!

Registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Drop-In Art Session: Decorate & Take Seasonal Gift Bags

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 6:30pm
Main Floor of Library at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
All Ages
Body:

During this multigenerational art workshop, each participant will be able to design, decorate, and take with them their finished seasonal gift bag.This crafty, playful event is sui...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Main Floor of Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Body:

During this multigenerational art workshop, each participant will be able to design, decorate, and take with them their finished seasonal gift bag.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

image of three teenagers raising their arms holding up peace signs.

Teen Tuesday's

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Teens
Body:

Middle & High School AgeJoin us on Tuesdays at 3:30 for some teen programs! We will be doing crafts, playing games, and there will be volunteer hour opportunities! Registr...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Teens
Body:

Middle & High School Age

Join us on Tuesdays at 3:30 for some teen programs! We will be doing crafts, playing games, and there will be volunteer hour opportunities! 

Registration is not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Cartoon image of a parent reading with their child sitting on their lap. Text that reads TIME FOR TOTS a toddler storytime for ages 18-36 months. Wednesday's @ 11AM

Time for Tots

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Time for TotsWednesdays at 11AMAges 18 months - 36 monthsA storytime that is specially designed for toddlers and their grown-up! We will hear stories, sing songs, and may have a sp...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Time for Tots
Wednesdays at 11AM
Ages 18 months - 36 months

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Crafternoon - Tiny Book Tree

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Join us for Crafternoon .  Make a cute little book tree to hang on your big tree or just use as a decoration !   A $5 donation is appreciated. 

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Body:

Join us for Crafternoon .  Make a cute little book tree to hang on your big tree or just use as a decoration !   A $5 donation is appreciated. 

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Crafterdark - Tiny Book Tree

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Join us for Crafterdark .  Make a cute little book tree to hang on your big tree or just use as a decoration !   A $5 donation is appreciated. 

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

Join us for Crafterdark .  Make a cute little book tree to hang on your big tree or just use as a decoration !   A $5 donation is appreciated. 

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Preschool Storytime

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Preschool StorytimeThursdays at 11AMAges 3 - 5Join us every Thursday for Preschool Storytime at the library. We will listen to stories, sing songs, and sometimes have a craft! This...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Preschool Storytime
Thursdays at 11AM
Ages 3 - 5

Game On!

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Ages 8-14Join us afterschool for a mixture of board games, card games and videogames! We have a wide variety of games to offer!Registration is not required.

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Ages 8-14

Join us afterschool for a mixture of board games, card games and videogames! We have a wide variety of games to offer!

Registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Evening Writers Cafe

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

New and seasoned creative writers welcomed.We will meet monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 6pm-8pm. Each gathering will include a brief discussion on narrative craft, ...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Body:

New and seasoned creative writers welcomed.

We will meet monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 6pm-8pm. Each gathering will include a brief discussion on narrative craft, time for sharing, and time for writing.

Last Thursday of the Month Evening Book Discussion

Thursday, December 19, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Main Floor of Library at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

 Join us at the library for our Monthly Thursday Night Book Discussion.Copies of the book are available at the Library.Request a copy of the book , Hunting Party by Lucy Foley...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Main Floor of Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Body:

 

Join us at the library for our Monthly Thursday Night Book Discussion.

Copies of the book are available at the Library.

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BINGO

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Stop by the Library on the 4th Friday of the month at 1pm to play 10 games of Bingo and win prizes!FREE to play.Doors Open 15 Minutes Early—Games Start at 1pmRegistration is requir...

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Body:

Stop by the Library on the 4th Friday of the month at 1pm to play 10 games of Bingo and win prizes!
FREE to play.

Doors Open 15 Minutes Early—Games Start at 1pm

Welcome Winter Party

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
All Ages
Body:

Welcome Winter PartySaturday December 21st1pm-3pmAll AgesLet's all welcome winter together by having a fun party at the library! We will have crafts, music, hot chocolate and cooki...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Body:

Welcome Winter Party
Saturday December 21st
1pm-3pm
All Ages

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Holiday Closure

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Community Library of Castle Shannon
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Branches:
Community Library of Castle Shannon

Holiday Closure

All Day 12/31 - 1/1
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Closing
Branches:
Community Library of Castle Shannon
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City Steps of Pittsburgh

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

A history and guide with Author Laura Zurowski. 

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Body:

A history and guide with Author Laura Zurowski. 

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Cook the Book

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Community Library of Castle Shannon
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Join us for Cook the Book as we discuss Indulge by Valerie Bertinelli .  Prepare your dish at home then bring it on Wednesday, January 29th to share and discuss with the group...

Registration
Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Body:

Join us for Cook the Book as we discuss Indulge by Valerie Bertinelli .  Prepare your dish at home then bring it on Wednesday, January 29th to share and discuss with the group! Books are available at the library. 

LEGO Club

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Visit the library for a chance to create something awesome! Lego bricks will be provided and there will be a free hour to build what ever you'd like! All creations built must be de...

Library Branch: Community Library of Castle Shannon
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Visit the library for a chance to create something awesome! Lego bricks will be provided and there will be a free hour to build what ever you'd like! All creations built must be deconstructed and put away at the end of the event.