Library News

Last Updated on Sunday, 01 June 2014 02:04

Pleasant Hills Library is located at 302 Old Clairton Rd, Pittsburgh and can be reached at 412-655-2424.

Adult Programs

Meet author Kathy Bashaar - Thursday, June 5 from 6 - 8 p.m. as she launches her new book, The Saint’s Mistress, about the relationship between St. Augustine and his mistress.
Conversations Salon - Diverse opinions and respectful debates are welcome Friday, June 6 from 1-3 p.m. Participants discuss a variety of topics including current events. Light refreshments served.
Summer Reading Program –Saturday, June 8 from 1- 3 p.m. at Pleasant Kingdom Shelter B, located behind the Pleasant Hills Borough Building. Sing-up is for all ages—babies to adults. Adults can pick up goodie bags while they last. End the afternoon with a make your own sundae and a smiley cookie.
Murder & Mayhem Mystery Book Club - meets Monday June 9 at 1 p.m. This month’s selection is Dating Dead Men by Harley Jane Kozak. Pick up a copy of the book at the front desk.
Writers /Lifestory Writing Group - Amateur and professional writers in any genre, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry and memoirs are invited to participate on Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 p.m. Participants should bring in an essay or a sample writing to share with the group.
Evening Book Group - meets Monday, June 16 at 7 p.m. This month’s selection is The Rosie Project by Graeme C. Simsion. Pick up a copy of the book at the front desk.
Music on the Lawn - Wednesday, June 18 at 6:30 with Blak N Blu, a young improvisational rock and blues band started by students Zach and Sean Landers. Their set includes music from classic artists to more modern songs.
Alzheimer's Workshop - Tuesday, June 24 at 6:30 p.m. presented by Jay Cincinnati of Home Instead. Learn more about this disease and how to care for or just interact in new ways with someone with this condition.
Books and Brews Beer Sampling - Saturday, June 28 from 7 - 9 p.m. in the Library. Sample regional craft beers while enjoying pretzels and dips from the Pretzel Café and other snacks and appetizers. The evening’s activities will include the sounds of DJ Last Man Standing; beer trivia, plus other entertainments. Tickets are $20 and available online at Pleasanthillslibrary.org or in the Library.

Children, Teens, and their Families Programs

Preschool Storytime - Tuesdays, June 3 – August 26 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Explore different themes through stories, songs, crafts, and a snack. For children ages 3 1/2 - 6 years old, with or without a caregiver. No registration necessary.
Evening Baby Book Nook- Tuesday, June 3 at 7 p.m. Join Miss Terry in the evening for nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, etc. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.
Tot Time - Thursdays, June 5 – August 28 at 10:30 a.m. Learn and grow with stories, songs, finger plays, fun activities, and a snack. For children ages 2 - 3 1/2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.
Summer Reading Kick-Off at Pleasant Kingdom - Saturday, June 7 at 1 p.m. Join us for games, crafts, and ice cream sundaes. Sign up for Summer Reading Club while you’re there - there’s a program for every age and reading ability.
PJ Family Story Time – Reading Robots- Monday, June 9 at 7 p.m. Robots can do amazing things, including read. Join us for stories, songs, crafts, and a delicious snack. Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun. Family program. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.

Baby Book Nook- Wednesdays, June 11 – August 27 at 10:30 a.m. Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books,etc. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.
Fizz Boom Experiment - Wednesdays, June 11 – August 13 at 3 p.m. Explore elementary science with hands-on experiments. We’ll focus on a different scientific topic every week. For children going into kindergarten – 5th grade. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.
Spark A Discussion- Thursdays, June 12 – August 14 at 12:30 p.m. Eat pizza while playing games and hanging out with friends. For students going into grades 6 – 12. Weekly Teen SRC winner picked each meeting; winner need not be present. No registration necessary.
Preschool Stem- Colors of the World- Monday, June 16 at 2 p.m. Explore the science, technology, engineering, and math behind color with stories and hands-on experiments designed to engage young minds. For children ages 2- 5, with a caregiver. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.
Taco Tuesdays- Middle School Book Discussion - Tuesday, June 17 at 6 p.m. Bring a favorite book or two and a friend for talk and snacks with Miss Terry! For students going into grades 6—8. Please register by calling 412-655-2424, or emailing danylod@einetwork.net. Please direct any questions about this program to Miss Terry at riesent@einetwork.net.
Bug Hunt at Pleasant Hills Arboretum- Monday, June 23 at 7 p.m. Join Chad Gore, local entomologist, at the Arboretum to learn about bugs in our area. Located at 181 West Bruceton Road. Family Program. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.
Lego Extravaganza Club -Thursday, June 26 at 4 p.m. Come build with us. We’ll have Legos you can use but feel free to bring your own. For children ages 3 and up. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.
Birds of Prey- Monday, June 30 at 6:30 p.m. Join Cathy Schlott, bird trainer and curator at the National Aviary, and Parker the Red Tailed Hawk for an exciting and educational evening at the library. Family Program. Please register by calling 412-655-2424 or emailing danylod@einetwork.net.