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Non-Fiction Book Club

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Johnna's Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Club
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Join us the third Friday of each month to discuss a new nonfiction book. Covering a range of topics, we try to learn something new every time! We enjoy a free-wheeling discussion, while we enjoy some snacks.

Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Virtual
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Award-winning Pittsburgh artist Marci Mason presents a series of watercolor painting classes cosponsored by Monroeville Public Library and Monroeville Arts Council. Click here to view:

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Library Program
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Miriam Cheng of Wild Child Native Gardens presents a series of gardening classes covering seed starting, soil preparation, native plants and more.

Click here to join:

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group
This event is in the "School-Age (ages 6-11)" group

Little Explorers

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
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Drop by the Library to start your week with a creative activity! Your child will be prompted to think out of the box and try new ways of using materials they're already familiar with.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group
This event is in the "School-Age (ages 6-11)" group

Out & About - Cedar Ridge Apartments

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program, STEM
Body:

Join us around the community this summer!  We'll have a STEM activity and crafts to do - plus you can pick up papers for Summer Reading or turn in completed forms for prizes!

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jewelry Making

6:30pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults
Johnna's Room
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Body:

Have you ever spent forever looking for the right pair of earrings? Learnt to make beautiful, lovely earrings from scratch! Experiment with different styles and combinations. Materials provided, so bring your creativity and imagination.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Sips Club

9:15am–11:30am
Adults, All Ages
Johnna's Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program
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ALL AGES WELCOME! Stop in with your littles if you have them with you.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group

Robot Petting Zoo (Summer Camp Edition)

9:30am–10:30am
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Gallery Space
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Gallery Space
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Library Program, STEM, Technology Class
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Over the summer, stop in before Story Time, and visit with our electronic playmates! We will have the Bee-Bots, Code-a-Pillars, Dash Bots, and other robot friends out and about so our young patrons can play games, explore, and share.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group

MPL Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Children's Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Storytime
Body:

Join us in the Monroeville Public Library's Children's Room, for a morning filled with fun stories, songs, and activities! This event is free, and no registration is required.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group
This event is in the "School-Age (ages 6-11)" group

Out & About - Monroe Meadows

11:00am–12:30pm
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program, STEM
Body:

Join us around the community this summer!  We'll have a STEM activity and crafts to do - plus you can pick up papers for Summer Reading or turn in completed forms for prizes!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Cricut and Heatpress Open Hours

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Cricut Machine & Heat Press
Registration Required
Library Branch: MakerLab Open Hours
Room: Cricut Machine & Heat Press
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Body:

This is for a 2 hour session on the Cricut & Heat Press Machines. 

Please book only AFTER you have taken the introductory class.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Embroidery Machine Open Hours

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Janome Embroidery Machine
Registration Required
Library Branch: MakerLab Open Hours
Room: Janome Embroidery Machine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Body:

This is for a 2 hour session on the Janome Embroidery Machine. 

Please book only AFTER you have taken the introductory class.

This event is in the "Adults" group

King Quilting Machine Open hours

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
King Quilting Machine
Registration Required
Library Branch: MakerLab Open Hours
Room: King Quilting Machine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program
Registration Required
Body:

This is for a 2 hour session on the Long Arm Quilting Machine. Please book only AFTER you have taken the introductory class.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Laser Cutter Open Hours

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Laser Cutter-Engraver
Registration Required
Library Branch: MakerLab Open Hours
Room: Laser Cutter-Engraver
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Body:

This is for a 2 hour session on the Laser Cutter/Engraver Machine. 

Please book only AFTER you have taken the introductory class.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Twin Quilt Open Hours

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults
Twin Quilting Machine
Registration Required
Library Branch: MakerLab Open Hours
Room: Twin Quilting Machine
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Body:

This is for a 2 hour session on the TWIN (33" wide sewing area) Long Arm Quilting Machine. Please book only AFTER you have taken the introductory class.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Relaxing Meditation (Virtual Event)

2:00pm–2:45pm
Adults, All Ages
Virtual
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Library Program
Body:

Feeling stressed and need to unwind? Join meditation coach Margie Manno to engage in soothing, guided meditation online each week.

Click here to join:

This event is in the "Adults" group

Laser Cutter- An Introduction

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adults
Maker Lab
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program, STEM, Technology Class
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Children" group

Art Attack

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children
Johnna's Room
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program
Registration Required
Body:

Does your 11-13 year old have artistic tendencies?? Sign them up for Art Attack - we'll be exploring different techniques and trends including collage and decoupage. Each session has a separate registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Writers On the Block: Virtual Writing Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Library Program
Body:

Monroeville Public Library's online writing group!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Banned Book Club

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Johnna's Room
Registration Required
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Johnna's Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club, Library Program
Registration Required
Body:

Sign up now for our Banned Book Club, which will read books that have been banned or challenged!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group
This event is in the "School-Age (ages 6-11)" group

Dog Days of Summer!

10:00am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Children's Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Body:

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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group

Trader Tots

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Body:

Learn about different careers through themed activities on Wednesdays. Can you crack a safe like a locksmith? Figure out how to help a sick patient like a nurse? This event is drop-in--no registration required!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group
This event is in the "School-Age (ages 6-11)" group

Out & About - Pitcairn Borough Building

11:00am–1:00pm
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Offsite
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Library Program, STEM
Body:

Join us around the community this summer!  We'll have a STEM activity and crafts to do - plus you can pick up papers for Summer Reading or turn in completed forms for prizes!

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Preschool (Birth to 5)" group

Small Fry Rave

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Room
Library Branch: Monroeville Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (Birth to 5)
Program Type: Library Program
Body:

Bring your babies and toddlers to the library for music, bubbles, and dancing!  We'll be raving up from 5-6pm - stop by and enjoy the music!  No registration necessary!