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Program description with images of children playing in the sand, at a water table, and in a a ball pit.

Sensory Playtime

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)

Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sen...

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sensory bins, and more! 

Program description over a background of colorful watercolor splotches

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Age Group:

School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)

Program Description:

Stop by the program room for a beginner level watercolor painting project.  There will be step-by-step instructions and Ms Becky will be available to help you get started...

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Stop by the program room for a beginner level watercolor painting project.  There will be step-by-step instructions and Ms Becky will be available to help you get started with watercolor painting.  This program is best for ages 8+,

The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff

Evening Book Discussion Group

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description:

Read each month's selected title and meet with other readers to discuss the book. 

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Program Description:

Read each month's selected title and meet with other readers to discuss the book.

 

art made with leaves, twigs, and pebbles is displayed in wooden frames

Nature in the Neighborhood: Art at the Arboretum

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Age Group:

Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)

Program Description:

What temporary art can we make using found objects in nature?  We will start by exploring some different artworks made of natural materials.  Then, everyone will have a c...

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Pleasant Hills Arboretum
Age Group: Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

What temporary art can we make using found objects in nature?  We will start by exploring some different artworks made of natural materials.  Then, everyone will have a chance to make their own temporary masterpieces.  We will then

Program description with images of children playing in the sand, at a water table, and in a a ball pit.

Sensory Playtime

Friday, August 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Age Group:

Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)

Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sen...

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sensory bins, and more! 

Program description with a background of train tracks, railroad crossing signs, and a colorful train

Train-tastic Playtime

Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Age Group:

Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)

Program Description:

Calling all train lovers!  Stop by the program room anytime between 5:30-7:30 to build an epic train track.  Fun for the whole family.  No need to register, just sho...

Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Calling all train lovers!  Stop by the program room anytime between 5:30-7:30 to build an epic train track.  Fun for the whole family.  No need to register, just show up ready for fun!

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Beginning Knitting - Session 1

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Free knitting lessons at the library!  Melissa has been knitting for over 20 years and has extensive experience from when she used to work at a local yarn shop.  She'd like to share her knowledge with the community.  

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. 

Sensory Playtime

10:30am–11:30am
Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sensory bins, and more! 

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. 

Drop-in Watercolor Painting

2:00pm–3:00pm
School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Stop by the program room for a beginner level watercolor painting project.  There will be step-by-step instructions and Ms Becky will be available to help you get started with watercolor painting.  This program is best for ages 8+,

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. 

Adult Drop-in Watercolor

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description:

Stop in for some relaxing watercolor painting that anyone can do! There will be step-by-step printed directions and Melissa will be on hand to help introduce you to the magic of watercolor painting.

Evening Book Discussion Group

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Program Description:

Read each month's selected title and meet with other readers to discuss the book.

 

Campfire @ Round Hill Park with the Allegheny County Park Rangers

7:30pm–8:30pm
Children, Families (Adults with children)
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Round Hill Park
Age Group: Children, Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Informational Talk
Registration Required
Program Description:

Meet the Allegheny County Park Rangers at the Timothy Shelter inside Round Hill Park for an awesome campfire presentation about animal coloration. After the presentation, enjoy making and eating some delicious s'mores!

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. 

Teens - Intro. to Dungeons and Dragons

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens (6th grade through high school)
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Age Group: Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Games, Group Meet Up
Registration Required
Program Description:

Interested in learning how to play Dungeons & Dragons?  Come on an adventure with us!  This is a 2-session program, 3 hours per session.  

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. 

Nature in the Neighborhood: Art at the Arboretum

6:00pm–7:00pm
Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Pleasant Hills Arboretum
Age Group: Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

What temporary art can we make using found objects in nature?  We will start by exploring some different artworks made of natural materials.  Then, everyone will have a chance to make their own temporary masterpieces.  We will then

program room in use

6:00pm–7:00pm
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room

Beginning Knitting - Session 2

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Free knitting lessons at the library!  Melissa has been knitting for over 20 years and has extensive experience from when she used to work at a local yarn shop.  She'd like to share her knowledge with the community.  

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 Board Meeting

7:00pm–8:00pm
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Program Description:

The Trustees Board of the Pleasant Hills Library meets monthly, on the 3rd Thursday, on Zoom.

Please contact Sharon Julian-Milas, Library Director, with any questions about the Library Board.

Sensory Playtime

10:30am–11:30am
Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sensory bins, and more! 

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. 

Program Room in Use - Established D&D Group

9:30am–12:30pm
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Program Type: Games, Group Meet Up
Registration Required
Program Description:

You've found yourself on the place-holder page for our regularly meeting Dungeons & Dragons group.  They're in the middle of a campaign right now, so they can't take on any new members.

Family Craft Night: Suncatchers

6:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Families (Adults with children), Teens (6th grade through high school)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description:

Are you feeling crafty but don't want to deal with the mess at home? Join us for a fun family painting adventure at 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. 

Train-tastic Playtime

5:30pm–7:30pm
Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Calling all train lovers!  Stop by the program room anytime between 5:30-7:30 to build an epic train track.  Fun for the whole family.  No need to register, just show up ready for fun!

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. 

What Happened To My Baby? 1st Week of School Coffee Hour

10:30am–11:30am
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Upstairs reading area (by windows)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Group Meet Up
Registration Required
Program Description:

Did you put your kid on the bus for the first time?  Did you take that last "First Day of School" picture?  Is it your kid's first day at a new school?  Are you new to the district?

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. 

Unwind Knitting and Crochet Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meet Up
Registration Required
Program Description:

Join our Unwind Knitting and Crocheting Club for a soothing escape into the world of yarn and needles! This club offers a relaxing space to knit, crochet, and connect with fellow enthusiasts.

Lego Extravaganza Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), School-Age (Kindergarten-5th grade), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: STEM
Program Description:

Calling all Lego fans! Come build with us on the last Thursday of the month! Build whatever you want with our Lego and when you're done, we'll put it on display for everyone to enjoy. 

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. 

Non-Fiction Book Club

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Program Description:

Non-Fiction is such a wide and varied genre, join in on books you're interested in, pass on the rest.

We're closing out our Summer Reading Club: Color Our World, with Maya Angelou's stirring memoir, 

Sensory Playtime

10:30am–11:30am
Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Babies (Birth-2 years old ), Toddlers (2-3 years old), Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Other
Program Description:

Children 0-5 can explore a variety of stations on their own time. Possible stations include sensory baskets, ball pit, water table, light table, Kinetic sand, Playdoh, seasonal sensory bins, and more! 

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. 

Holiday Hours

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Pleasant Hills Public Library

Holiday Hours

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Pleasant Hills Public Library

Outdoor Storytime @ Pleasant Hills Arboretum

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Pleasant Hills Arboretum
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3 to 5 years old), Families (Adults with children)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description:

If the sun is shining, join us at the Pleasant Hills Arboretum to sing, dance, and read stories together while enjoying the outdoors! If the weather isn't cooperating, storytime will be held INSIDE 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. 

Get Organized for Fall - I Should Journal, but UGH.

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Pleasant Hills Public Library
Room: Program Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Program Description:

Did you get a new "school year" journal because it's a fresh start?  Because it just didn't stick in January?  Want to try again?

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.