The Pleasant Hills Public Library announces February Events.

 Free Ukulele Lessons every Monday from 10:30 a.m. to noon provided by Peggy Krall.  Learn simple chords and songs in a small group.  Bring your enthusiasm and your own ukulele.

The Conversation Salon meets on Friday, February 5 from 1-3 p.m.  The group discusses a variety of interesting topics and current issues in a casual and friendly atmosphere. 

The Writers Group meets Tuesday, February 9 at 6:30 p.m.  The group welcomes beginning and experienced writers in all genres and offers both critique and encouragement.  Bring a writing sample to share or complete the February assignment:  Write a poem or story about the current season or one that's already passed. Focus on unusual and specific details.

The Evening Book Group meets Monday, February 15 at 7 p.m.  This month’s selection is Super Sad True Love Story by Gary Shteyngart.  Newcomers welcome to participate.  Extra copies of the book are available at the front desk.  Refreshments served.

PJ Family Story Time – Groundhog’s Shadow:  Monday, February 1 at 7 p.m. Learn about the groundhog with stories, songs, games, crafts, and a delicious snack. Wear your PJs and bring a stuffed friend to join in the fun. Family program. Please register.

Preschool Storytime: Tuesdays, February 2 – April 26 at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Explore different themes through stories, songs, crafts, and a snack. For children ages 3 ½ to 6 years old, with or without a caregiver. No registration necessary.

Evening Baby Book Nook: Tuesday, February 2 at 7 pm. Join Miss Terry on the first Tuesday of every month in the evening for nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.

Baby Book Nook: Wednesdays, February 3 – April 27 at 10:30 am. Nursery and action rhymes, songs, books, and so much more. For children ages birth to 2 years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.

Tot Time: Thursdays, February 4 – April 28 at 10:30 am. Learn and grow with stories, songs, finger plays, fun activities, and a snack. For children ages 2 to 3 ½ years old, with a caregiver. No registration necessary.

Mad Young Scientists: Valentine Experiments: Monday, February 8 at 4 p.m. Fall in love with science as we try some exciting experiments as we learn about our hearts, test out some valentine’s candy, and create your own secret messages.  Just in case, wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. A $2 donation per child is requested. For students in grades K – 2.  Please register.

Valentine Treats: Saturday, February 13 at 1 p.m. Make some yummy treats to keep or share, just in time for Valentine’s Day. A $2 donation per child is requested. Please register.

Mine Crafts: Real-Life Characters: Monday, February 15 at 4 p.m. We will watch some Minecraft videos then make REAL-LIFE Minecraft characters, such as Steve, Creeper, Ghast, or make your own skin. Geared towards students in grades 3 and up. Please register.

Taco Tuesdays: Teen Book Discussion: Tuesday, February 16 at 6 p.m. We’ll be reading Pictures of Hollis Woods by Patricia Reilly Giff. Request this month’s selection at the circulation desk. For students in grades 6—12. Please register.

Anime Club: Thursday, February 18 at 3:30 p.m. It’s back at a new time. Do you enjoy anime and manga? Come talk with fellow fans, watch some anime, try some Japanese snacks, and learn about new and interesting titles. For teens in grades 6 – 12. No registration necessary.

Dance Party: Monday, February 22 at 7 p.m. Join us the fourth Monday evening every month to turn on your dance moves. Come in your pajamas or dancing shoes.  Geared towards children ages 2 ½ to 6. No registration necessary.

Lego Extravaganza Club: Wednesday, February 24 at 4 pm. Calling all Lego fans, 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