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Munch & Learns - Culture

Munch & Learns - Culture - Bellydancing

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Center at South Park Township Library
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Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Community Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Munch & Learn
Registration Required
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The Art & Styles of Bellydance 

May 28 

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Adult/Teen Spring Painting Craft

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fireplace Area at South Park Township Library
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Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
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We hope you can join us for a relaxing night of painting.  No experience necessary, and we will provide all the supplies.

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Day Trips & Destinations Tour of Maxo Vanka Murals, Lunch & Shopping in Millvale

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:00am - 3:30pm
Offsite at South Park Township Library
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Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: DayTrips & Destinations
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Day Trips & Destinations 

Tour of the Maxo Vanka Murals, Lunch & Shopping in Millvale 

Friday, May 30 – Bus leaves at 10:00 am 

Munch & Learns - Culture

Munch & Learns - Culture - Irish Music & Local History

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Community Center at South Park Township Library
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Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Community Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Munch & Learn
Registration Required
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Irish Music & Local History 

June 4 

Local musician and history buff, Alex Brown will share some very local history and traditional music. 

 

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Let's Color the Summer with Iced Tea

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fireplace Area at South Park Township Library
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Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading
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Let’s Color the Summer with Iced Tea! 

Thursday, June 12 at 6:30 pm in the library 

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TEEN AFTER HOURS: SUMMER GAME NIGHT

5:00pm - 7:15pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Gaming, STEM
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Registration Required
Body:

Calling all teens! Spend a summer night gaming and having fun at the library! Whether you enjoy video games, board games, or card games, we’ve got something for everyone.

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. 

Summer Solstice Hike in South Park

9:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Adult Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Summer Solstice Hike in South Park 

Saturday, June 21 at 9:00 am at the Clock Building at the Oval in the Park 

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. 

MINIATURE BOOK NOOKS: TEEN TINY LIBRARY WORKSHOP – PART ONE

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Transform a plain miniature bookshelf into a work of art! In Part One of this program, teens are invited to decorate and paint their own tiny bookcases, turning them into one-of-a-kind creations.

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. 

Advanced Computer Skills Class

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Technology Class
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Computer Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
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Learn some of the more advanced features within Windows 11 including the task manager, uninstalling programs, and using anti-virus programs.

This class will take place in the Library. The max capacity for this class is 6 people.

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. 

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS TEEN CLUB: SUMMER SESSION

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Gaming, STEM
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Body:

Groups from our regular Dungeons and Dragons Club who have chosen to continue meeting over the summer are welcome to do so!

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. 

MINI BOOK NOOKS: TWEEN WORKSHOP – PART ONE

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Tweens, get ready to unleash your creativity! In Part One of this hands-on workshop, you'll paint and decorate a miniature bookshelf to make it truly your own.

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. 

Sustainable Landcare - Phipps Conservatory

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Adult Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Community Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Sustainable Landcare Principles & Practices 

Phipps Conservatory Master Gardeners 

Thursday, June 26 at 6:30 in the Community Center 

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. 

MINIATURE BOOK NOOKS: TEEN TINY LIBRARY WORKSHOP – PART TWO

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Bring your miniature library to life by crafting tiny books to fit inside your personalized bookcase! In Part Two of this program, teens will learn about learn simple bookmaking techniques to create decorative miniature books.

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. 

MINI BOOK NOOKS: TWEEN WORKSHOP – PART TWO

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Tweens, your tiny library isn’t complete without books! Join us for Part Two of this creative workshop to craft adorable mini books that fit perfectly into your painted bookshelf.

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. 

Library CLOSED - Fourth of July

All Day
Closing
Branches:
South Park Township Library
Description:

South Park Township Library will be closed on Saturday, July 5th, for the Fourth of July Holiday.

We will reopen on Monday, July 7th, at 10:00 am!

PALETTE PERFECTION: TEEN DIY PAINT CREATIONS

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Teens, unleash your creativity and craft your very own paint palette at the library! With air-dry clay, you’ll shape a palette in any style you like, be it classic, modern, or totally whimsical.

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. 

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS TEEN CLUB: SUMMER SESSION

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Gaming, STEM
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Body:

Groups from our regular Dungeons and Dragons Club who have chosen to continue meeting over the summer are welcome to do so!

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. 

SHAPE & STYLE: TWEEN AIR-DRY CLAY PALETTES

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Tweens, bring your imagination to the library and craft your very own paint palette! With air-dry clay, you can shape your palette into any design you dream up—a traditional palette, a geometric rectangle or circle, or even a fun heart shape.

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. 

DIMENSIONAL ART: TEEN TEXTURED PAINTING

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Teens, bring your creativity to life with textured painting! Using napkins, paint, and your imagination, you'll transform a blank canvas into a dimensional work of art.

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. 

COLORFUL LAYERS: TWEEN SAND ART TERRARIUM

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Tweens, bring a splash of creativity and color to your space! Join us to craft your very own sand art terrarium, complete with vibrant layers of colored sand and a realistic faux succulent.

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. 

SWEET DESIGNS: TEEN CANDY MOSAIC SHOWDOWN

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Teens, show off your creativity in this sweet competition! Use a variety of colorful candies to create a unique, book-inspired candy mosaic for a chance to win a prize. The winner will be chosen by library staff. All materials provided.

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. 

DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS TEEN CLUB: SUMMER SESSION

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Gaming, STEM
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Gaming, STEM
Body:

Groups from our regular Dungeons and Dragons Club who have chosen to continue meeting over the summer are welcome to do so!

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. 

SWEET CREATIONS: A TWEEN CANDY MOSAIC CHALLENGE

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Tweens, get ready to have some sweet, creative fun at the library! Use an array of vibrant candies to craft your very own book-inspired candy mosaic. Let your imagination shine as you create a masterpiece for a chance to win a prize.

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. 

Houseplants 101

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Adult Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Community Center
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading
Registration Required
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Houseplants 101 – Growing Your Indoor Jungle 

Thursday, July 24 at 6:30 in the Community Center 

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. 

PERSONALIZE YOUR SHELVES: TEEN RESIN BOOKEND CREATIONS

3:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teen Summer Reading
Body:

Teens, get creative and make your very own custom resin bookend! Using molds, flowers, glitter, and other decorative elements, you'll design a unique and personal piece to display on your shelves.

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. 

TIEFLING TEA PARTY

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (ages 13-18)
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Teens (ages 13-18)
Registration Required
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Teens are invited to join the Tiefling Tea Party! This group offers a free and welcoming space for teens to express their true, authentic selves while meeting new teens in the area.

BOOKMARK MAGIC: TWEEN RESIN ART

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Body:

Discover the art of resin crafting and design a bookmark as unique as you are! Tweens, dive into the world of resin art to create your own personalized bookmark using molds, glitter, paint, and other decorative elements.

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. 

BOOKMARK MAGIC: TWEEN RESIN ART

4:00pm - 7:00pm
Tween (ages 10-12)
Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Teen Section
Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Tween Summer Reading
Body:

Discover the art of resin crafting and design a bookmark as unique as you are! Tweens, dive into the world of resin art to create your own personalized bookmark using molds, glitter, paint, and other decorative elements.

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. 

Acrylic Paint Class

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Adult Summer Reading
Registration Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: South Park Township Library
Room: Fireplace Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Adult Summer Reading
Registration Required
Body:

Acrylic Paint Class 

Thursday, July 31 at 6:30 in the library 

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.