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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

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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

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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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Spy Adventure

All Day 7/15–7/20
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
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Attention all aspiring secret agents and master sleuths! Prepare to embark on a top-secret mission from July 15 to 20. Join us as we delve into the thrilling world of espionage, intrigue, and espionage.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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. 
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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. 

I Spy 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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Join us for an exciting "I Spy" family program, where families can come together to enjoy a variety of themed activities inspired by the classic "I Spy" books and games.

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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. 
11 am

FULL - Teen Escape Room SESSION 1

11:45am–12:45pm
Teens
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
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Want to show off your clue finding and puzzle solving abilities? This is the place for you! Each session will have 1 hour to try and "escape" by following the clues!

 

Recommended for Ages 14-18

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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. 
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

Super Spy Family Event

1:00pm–3:00pm
Families
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Families
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Attention all young agents! Get ready for a thrilling adventure at our Super Spy Family Event!

Teen Escape Room SESSION 2

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: STEM
Registration Required
Body:

 

Want to show off your clue finding and puzzle solving abilities? This is the place for you! Each session will have 1 hour to try and "escape" by following the clues!

 

Recommended for Ages 14-18

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. 
2 pm

Mafia Game

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Registration Required
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Have you ever wanted to infiltrate the mafia? This is your chance. We'll be playing a classic schoolyard game of "mafia". Take turns being the detective, healer, bystander, or mafia member and watch as the chaos unfolds! 

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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. 

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
Registration Required
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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 Friday, July 19 at 2:00 pm.
3 pm
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Adult Paint Afternoon: Blue Tuscan Door

3:30pm–5:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Travel with us to Italy to paint a blue Tuscan door! Adults only. The $10 fee covers all supplies. Bring beverages and snacks to enjoy. Please register and pay to ensure your space. 
4 pm

Case of the Missing Chameleon

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: STEM
Registration Required
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Junior Detectives, we need your help! Carmelo the chameleon has gone missing! Can you follow the clues to discover who took our beloved reptile, and put the perpetrator behind bars?

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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

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

Adult Paint Night: Blue Tuscan Door

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
Registration Required
Payment Required
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Library Branch: Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Payment Required
6 pm

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, July16 at 6:00 pm.