2026 Summer Learning "Unearth a Story!"

Friday, June 5th - Saturday, August 15th

Enter to win awesome prizes this summer by reading, coming to programs, or volunteering at the Library!

 Register anytime.

Craft Cafe

Tuesdays, June 9th, July 14th & August 4th at 2 p.m.

For grades 6-12

Come get crafty while satisfying your sweet tooth! Join us one afternoon a month for sweet treats and a surprise craft activity. Can't make it? Stop by the Children's Desk to ask if we have supplies left after the program!

  Register anytime.

Cosplay Club

Tuesdays, June 9th - 30th at 6:30 p.m.

For grades 6-12 

Want to learn how to become your favorite character but don't know how to start? In this club, you'll learn some of the basic sewing skills you'll need to start making and altering your own costumes, and you'll even learn how to make some foam/cardboard armor. Each week we'll build on the skills we learned at the previous session. No prior cosplay or sewing skills are necessary. 

 Register once for the whole series beginning May 15th.

TAB Meeting

Tuesday, June 23rd at 5 p.m.

For grades 6-12

TAB is a group of teen volunteers who aim to help the Library and community, take an active leadership role in implementing programs and services, and earn volunteer credit while doing it! Current and prospective TAB members are invited to join us.

Register anytime.

Escape Room

Tuesday, June 23rd at 6 p.m.

For grades 6-12

Join us for an epic escape room in the Library! Come work together to figure out a series of puzzles to solve the mystery and win cool prizes. Will you be successful?

Register anytime.

Sound Bath

Tuesday, July 7th at 6:30 p.m.

For grades 6-12

This unique experience uses the gently, immersive sounds of crystal singing bowls to help you unwind and find a sense of inner calm. Join guest presenter Paula Kauffman Oberly from PKO Counseling this summer for a peaceful and restorative sesion to recharge. Please bring a yoga mat or towel.

Register anytime.

SAT Success Seminar

Thursday, July 9th at 6:30 p.m.

For grades 10 & 11

Presented by Axious Tutoring, this seminar is geared towards high school students in 10th and 11th grades. Learn strategies for the SAT, how to plan for when and how many times to take the test, and work on some practive questions.

Register anytime.

Unearth a Story Book Club

Wednesdays, June 17th, July 15th and August 12th at 6 p.m.

For grades 4-6

Need some help picking out your next Summer Learning read? Love talking to you friends about your favorite books? This club is for you! We're starting off with the graphic novel, How to Talk to Your Succulent by Zoe Persico. This sweet story is for fans of Roller Girl and Raina Telgemeier. Stop by the Children's Desk to pick up your copy to read before the first meeting!

Register for each class separately beginning on the first of each respective month. 

Summer Smoothie Smash

Thusrday, July 16th at 6 p.m.

For grades 6-12

Cool off with a delicious, healthy treat this summer! Learn how to create a one-of-a-kind smoothie and leave with a selection of recipes to make at home. All supplies provided. Please let us know of any food allergies ahead of time.

Register anytime. 

Splat! Mixed Media Art

Saturday, July 18th at 2 p.m.

For grades 7 -12

Join Miss April from Splat! Art Studio for a class where we will explore different materials to make a mixed media canvas with lots of layering and lots of creative freedom! We'll be using paint, pastels, paper, glue, and a variety of 3-D elements, such as buttons, beads, wooden shapes, etc. All materials will be provided.

Register anytime. 

Weird Nature Hike

Wednesday, July 22nd from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

For grades 6 -12

Nature can be a strange place. Learn all about the weird and unusual things you may see outside with the Allegheny Park Rangers. We will meet behind the Oliver Miller Homestead by the Cascades. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a water bottle if you'd like.

Register anytime. 

BP Book Hawks

Thursday, July 23rd at 3 p.m.

For all homeschooled and high school students in grades 9-12

Get ready for lively conversation with this high school book club! Snacks provided! Stop by the Children's Desk at the Library to find out what we're reading, and get a copy of the book.

Register anytime. 

Jurassic Adventure

Tuesday, July 28th at 5 p.m.

For grades 6 -12

Come enjoy some awesome dino-themed snacks and be ready for a few jump scares as we watch this OG 90's dinosaur flick! Please call the Library for the movie title and more details. This movie is rated PG-13 for Intense Science Fiction Terror. Parents and guardians should use their discretion as to whether it is appropriate for their children and will need to sign a permission slip for their child.

Register anytime.

Historical Swordcraft

Saturday, August 22nd at 12 p.m. OR 2 p.m.

For grades 6 -12

Learn all about the different types of weapons used in combat throughout history. Then, you'll get a chance to learn how to replicate some historically accurate (and totally safe!) fight techniques for theater. This program will be led by a certified theatrical fight combatant. 

Register anytime.