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STEM TALE Help Hansel and Gretel Trap the Witch

STEM TALE: Help Hansel & Gretel Trap the Witch!

Monday, November 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Community Library of Allegheny Valley

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

School-Age

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Join us for a Fairy Tale with a STEM Twist!Can you help Hansel and Gretel escape the candy cottage? After the story, we'll put on our inventor hats and use rulers, building materia...

Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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Join us for a Fairy Tale with a STEM Twist!

Raku

Raku Pottery

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room at Community Library of Allegheny Valley

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens

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**This program is dependent on having clear weather! We will reschedule in case of rain! Raku is a Japanese firing technique where you take your pottery out of the kiln while ...

Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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**This program is dependent on having clear weather! We will reschedule in case of rain!

 

LEGO Challenges program

LEGO Challenges

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Community Library of Allegheny Valley

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

School-Age

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Calling all LEGO Builders! This program offers challenge activities to spark your imagination and build critical thinking skills.Open to children in Grades 2-5.Meets the first Wedn...

Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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Calling all LEGO Builders! This program offers challenge activities to spark your imagination and build critical thinking skills.

Book tree

Friends of the Library Meeting

Thursday, November 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Community Library of Allegheny Valley

Age Group:

Adults

Body:

Come and join in a Friends of the Library meeting! Meet new people and help the library fundraise.

Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Body:

Come and join in a Friends of the Library meeting! Meet new people and help the library fundraise.

Craftopia: Pine Cone Winter Fairies

Craftopia: Pine Cone Winter Fairies

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Community Library of Allegheny Valley

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

School-Age, Teens

Body:

DIY Vibes & Creative Freedom for Grades 4 & UpNovember Featured Craft: Pine Cone Winter FairiesGet your hands on cool materials like yarn, beads, felt and more as we dive i...

Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School-Age, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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DIY Vibes & Creative Freedom for Grades 4 & Up

November Featured Craft: Pine Cone Winter Fairies

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Around the World Adventure

All Day 6/17–6/22
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
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Join us for the week of June 17 to the 22 to learn about different countries, their cultures, and customs. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of far-off lands through books, crafts, and interactive activities.
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Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
Body:

Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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. 

Sunshine Pen Pals

12:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Children, Preschool, School-Age, Families
Registration Required
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Be a part of our summer pen pal program with the ladies and gentlemen of Highlands Senior Center! Monthly letter templates will be provided in June, July, and August to be completed at home.

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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Family Storytime

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Families
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Families
Program Type: Storytime
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Come join Miss Judy and Miss Casey for a summer full of fun. Each week we will take a different adventure! Family Story Time is geared towards children 3-5 years , but siblings of all ages are welcome to join in. No registration is required.

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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. 

Toddle Time

10:00am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
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This program is recommended for children 1 to 3 years of age with a participating adult.

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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. 

Art Around the World Family Fun

10:00am–2:00pm
Families
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Families
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Embark on a global artistic adventure with our 'Art Around the World' Family Fun! 🎨✨ Join us as we explore diverse cultures through the universal language of art, creating memorable experiences for the whole family.
11 am

Kamishibai Storytelling

11:00am–12:00pm
School-Age
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Registration Required
Body:

Come enjoy a Kamishibai story of The One-Inch Boy and make a craft! Despite his tiny stature, the One-Inch Boy proves himself by using his knowledge and strength of character to prevail in difficult situations.

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12 pm

Storytime in the Park

12:00pm–12:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Preschool
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Join Miss Judy and Miss Casey in the park and enjoy a fun story time! They will meet you at Riverview Park near the Spray Park at noon. Each week will be a different adventure. See you there!

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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. 
1 pm

Koi Fish Flag

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Join us to make your very own koi fish flag! Who wouldn't want a bright and colorful flag of your very own design.

 

Recommended for Ages 14-18

 

 

 

 

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2 pm

DIY Paper Bag Pinata

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Let's start this year's summer reading off with a celebration! We'll be making our very own DIY pinatas using paper bags! 

 

Recommended for Ages 11-13

 

 

 

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WHO KNEW? Local Post Office History

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History
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Did you know Tarentum had its own post office in the late 1860s?  Learn more interesting post office facts in this month's WHO KNEW? History of Local Post Offices on Friday, June 21 at 2:00 pm.
3 pm
4 pm

FULL - Mexican Tin Folk Art

4:30pm–5:30pm
School-Age
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School-Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Explore the beautiful Mexican folk art known as "hojalata" – tin artwork. This form of art is used all over Mexico showing bright fun colors and textures. Join us as we design and decorate our own beautiful tin art!

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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. 
5 pm

Step By Step Painting for Teens: African Elephant Sunset Painting

5:00pm–6:30pm
Teens
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Teens! Learn how to paint an African Elephant Silhouette sunset painting with acrylics on an 11 x 14 canvas. This painting has you rendering a beautiful purple and orange glowing sunset. A perfect backdrop for the elephant silhouettes!

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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. 

Medicare 101

5:30pm–7:00pm
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room

Family Storytime

5:30pm–6:30pm
Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Families
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Babies and Toddlers, Preschool, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Come join Miss Judy and Miss Casey for a summer full of fun. Each week we will take a different adventure! Family Story Time is geared towards children 3-5 years , but siblings of all ages are welcome to join in. No registration is 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. 
6 pm
Cancelled

WHO KNEW? Local Post Office history

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Local History
Registration Required
Body:

Did you know Tarentum had its own post office in the 1860s?  Learn more interesting facts about post offices in this month's WHO KNEW? History of Local Post Offices on Tuesday, June 18 at 6:00 pm.

Adult Craft: Terrarium ENCORE

6:00pm–6:45pm
Adults
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Join our adult craft workshop and create a terrarium with succulents. All supplies included. Please register and bring refreshments, snacks, and anything special you want in your terrarium. Adults only. 

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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.