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Colorful galaxy with a multitude of stars

Space STEM: Our Solar System

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Yolanda's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Cold February is the perfect time to explore far-out worlds! In this session, kids will make their own models of our solar system and use Oreos to learn about the moon's phases.&nb...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Yolanda's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Cold February is the perfect time to explore far-out worlds! In this session, kids will make their own models of our solar system and use Oreos to learn about the moon's phases.

 

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. 

cricut make machine

Cricut an Introduction

Thursday, February 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's Cricut. This computer driven tool cuts paper, vinyl, fabric, and more. In this course you will learn the basics of how the Cricut works and ...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's Cricut. This computer driven tool cuts paper, vinyl, fabric, and more. In this course you will learn the basics of how the Cricut works and what it takes to generate your own work.

glow forge machine

Glowforge - An Introduction

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's GlowForge (laser cutter/engraver). This amazing tool uses a laser to cut, wood, paper, plastics, fabric, leather, and even chocolate. It can...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's GlowForge (laser cutter/engraver). This amazing tool uses a laser to cut, wood, paper, plastics, fabric, leather, and even chocolate. It can also engrave images on many different materials.

Marshmallow model of a constellation

Space STEM: Stars & Constellations

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Gallery Space at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

What's an Ursa Major, anyway? In this session, kids will learn about famous constellations, including the zodiac/ecliptic constellations (astronomy, not astrology/horoscopes). Also...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Gallery Space
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

What's an Ursa Major, anyway? In this session, kids will learn about famous constellations, including the zodiac/ecliptic constellations (astronomy, not astrology/horoscopes). Also, they'll make their own, delicious marshmallow constellations!

Barn owl looking directly at the camera

Owls with the National Aviary

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Program Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children
Body:

Wondering what to do on the Gateway in-service day? Bring your school-aged children to the Library to learn about owls and meet real owls from the National Aviary!

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Body:

Wondering what to do on the Gateway in-service day? Bring your school-aged children to the Library to learn about owls and meet real owls from the National Aviary!

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. 

Satellite orbiting Earth

Space STEM: Space Exploration

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Yolanda's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

How have humans explored the universe? In this session, kids will learn about space travel and other forms of space exploration, make their own mini flying rocket, and build an edi...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Yolanda's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Body:

How have humans explored the universe? In this session, kids will learn about space travel and other forms of space exploration, make their own mini flying rocket, and build an edible satellite.

 

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Janome Embroidery Machine

Embroidery Machine - an introduction

Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials and registration is required.

glow forge machine

Glowforge - An Introduction

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's GlowForge (laser cutter/engraver). This amazing tool uses a laser to cut, wood, paper, plastics, fabric, leather, and even chocolate. It can...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Body:

Learn the capabilities of the Library's GlowForge (laser cutter/engraver). This amazing tool uses a laser to cut, wood, paper, plastics, fabric, leather, and even chocolate. It can also engrave images on many different materials.

Janome Embroidery Machine

Embroidery Machine - an introduction

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials and registration is required.

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Grace Quilting Machine

Introduction to Long Arm Quilting

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

This introduction to the long arm quilter will teach you the basics of using the longer quilting machine. Including how to load your project into, thread, and use the machine. Mate...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Body:

This introduction to the long arm quilter will teach you the basics of using the longer quilting machine. Including how to load your project into, thread, and use the machine. Materials are provided for a starting project.

Multicolored lizard perching on bark, facing to the right

Wild Adaptations with the Pittsburgh Zoo

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Program Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Looking for something to do on the Gateway in-service day? Bring your school-aged children to the Library to learn all about wild adaptations and meet some animal friends from the ...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Body:

Looking for something to do on the Gateway in-service day? Bring your school-aged children to the Library to learn all about wild adaptations and meet some animal friends from the Pittsburgh Zoo!

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. 

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Janome Embroidery Machine

Copy of Embroidery Machine - an introduction

Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Maker Lab at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Age Group:
Adults
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class, Library Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Body:

Learn how to setup and create your own designs using our computerized embroidery machine. You will complete a small sample project. There is a class fee of $5.00 to cover materials and registration is required.

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?

Chess Rook

Chess Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Johnna's Room at Monroeville Public Library
Program Type:
Library Program, STEM
Age Group:
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world? At Chess Club, kids are invited to explore the magical world of chess, where...

Registration
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Body:

Are you ready to play, learn, and have fun with one of the oldest and most exciting games in the world?