Library Programs - March 2023 | |
Read Across America, Pi Day Family Night Event, "Ready, Set, Kindergarten" & More! | |
We are getting ready to March into Spring! We have March jam-packed with fun and learning at the library. Scan through our newsletter and mark your calendar so you don't miss any of it! Reminder: All of our events and programs at the library are FREE. We are able to maintain this free programming because of generous donations and support from our community. Thank you to all who continue to support the library! | |
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Read Across America! - Thursday, March 2, 2023
Read Across America is an annual event celebrated on or near March 2nd, which is the birthday of children's author Dr. Seuss. It is a nationwide reading celebration that was created by the National Education Association (NEA) in 1997 to promote literacy and encourage a love of reading among children.
The Chartiers-Houston Community Library will celebrate this literacy holiday by hosting a fun-filled Dr. Seuss storytime during our regular session. Storytimes are held each Thursday at 11:30am. Join us on March 2nd for our Read Across America "Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss" storytime.
We also encourage readers of all ages to join in our celebration. Because we are focused on Read Across America (3/2) and World Book Day (4/23), we decided we wanted to hear from you, our readers. You can join in weekly discussions virtually with our "Think About It Thursday" posts on our Facebook page. Each Thursday for ten weeks, we will post a new prompt that asks a reading related question. You can check out our first discussion at the link provided. Comment, and then watch for future posts each Thursday through April 20th. Join in the conversations! You may just find a new author or genre through this limited virtual program series.
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Design Team (Grades 5-8) - Team Meeting each Thursday at 5:00pm
The library is once again sponsoring a design team for the WQED Design Lives Here Challenge. This design club is for grades 5-8 only. The team will meet every Thursday in March at 5:00 pm.
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Storytimes with Mrs. Susan
Storytimes are held each Thursday at 11:30 am. Sessions include stories, songs, the calendar and activities for our preschoolers, as well as board books, puzzles, and puppets for all ages (babies-5 years old). We have a lot of fun planned for this month!
Registration is not required, however it is recommended in case we would need to contact participants of any schedule changes.
Storytimes are set for 11:30 am on Thursdays and take place prior to opening to the public in order to keep the health and well-being of all our youngest readers in mind. For more information or to get on our participant list, please contact library staff at 724-745-4300.
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Craft Night - Ages 18 and up 3/9/2023 (Leprechaun)
We will have a Grown-ups Craft Night on Thursday, March 9th from 4-6pm. We will provide the materials to make a leprechaun hanging decoration such as the one shown here. All materials will be provided, however small donations to help off-set the cost of these materials is greatly appreciated. Registration is not required but helpful to plan enough materials. Call the library to reserve your seat and materials. This program is for ages 18 and up.
For more information, contact the library at 724-745-4300 or speak with staff.
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Teen Night - Monday, March 13th from 4-6 pm!
We are playing "Minute to Win It" style games this month during Teen night. Join Ms. Heather and see if you can "stack up" to her challenges. Can you beat the clock? Are there strategies involved that can help you? Bring a friend and come cheer each other on for our Minute to Win It Teen Night. Snacks will be offered. Pre-Teens/Teens ages 10-17 only.
Registration is not required but helpful in the event a cancellation is necessary. Register with a phone number or email, or follow our Facebook page as any schedule changes will also be posted there.
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SPECIAL FAMILY NIGHT - Pi Day Event
Tuesday, March 14, 2023 4-6 pm
We are having a Special Winter Family Night to celebrate Pi Day on March 14, 2023 from 4-6 pm. We have several activities planned that focus on Pi (3.14159265359∞). Also, we will find out if Mrs. Susan gets pied in the face by one lucky student that night. Help us raise $314 before March 14th (3/14) and a student present during our Pi Day Family Event will be selected to give her a pie in the face for the second year in a row!
All funds raised through this Pi Day Challenge will be used for our 2023 Summer Reading Program.
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Fiber Friends - Monday, March 20, 2023 from 4-6 pm
Our Fiber Friends group will meet Monday, March 20th from 4-6 pm. This group is for all skill levels. Join Ms. Heather and others in our community to discover the arts of crocheting and knitting. Ms. Heather will be offering follow-along projects as well. If you have any questions about how this program works, please contact library staff.
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Book Club
Tuesday, 03/21/2023 at 5:30 pm
Book Club is held the third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 pm. This month’s book is “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett. Reserve your copy of this month's book by calling the library at 724-745-4300. Coffee, pastries, and great discussion will be provided!
Speak with our staff member, Leslie, if you have any questions or have suggestions for future books you'd like to see on our Book Club list.
Can't get to the library? Read along with us online!
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The Chartiers-Houston Community Library, in cooperation with our Inquire Within/WQED partners, will host a special kindergarten readiness event called "Ready, Set, Kindergarten!" on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at 1:00 pm. This program is for those students who will be entering Kindergarten or Transitional Kindergarten this fall.
This is a great way to practice skills before the school district screening dates in April. Students will be invited to a special story session and have time to work on some Kindergarten readiness skills. Through Inquire Within/Sesame Street material packets and fun in-person activities, basic kindergarten competencies will be reviewed such as the alphabet, numbers, shapes, and colors. This program has limited seating. Registration is required for this FREE event. For more information or to register, please contact the library at 724-745-4300.
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Maker Monday for All - 03/27/2023 4-6 pm
March has us "hopping" into Spring with this cute Bouncing Bunny Craft. Families can stop in between 4-6 pm to make some bouncy bunnies to hand out as gifts for spring holidays. The craft station will be set up during the hours listed or while supplies last.
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Learn Your Lineage - Genealogy Group - Tuesday, March 28, 2023 6-7 pm
The last Tuesday of each month, join a staff member as we go through various resources available to help you Learn Your Lineage. Whether you are new to genealogy or have been searching and discovering for some time, we invite you to join this group. Staff will offer a brief topic each month and allow time for viewing of materials and online resources; as well as chatting with others about sources they use and find helpful.
Basic tips on how to begin if you are new to the subject will be offered. Where should you begin? How do you find documentation? Free resources vs. Paid resources... is there a difference? Come in and discover more about your ancestry with our new program/group Learn Your Lineage.
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Special Storytime - "Alma's Way" - Thursday, March 30, 2023 11:30 am
Join us during our regular storytime for this special event. The Chartiers-Houston Community Library, in cooperation with our Inquire Within/WQED partners, will be hosting a special storytime to introduce the new Alma's Way Book Series. We will have some fun stories, songs, and activities uniquely centered around the release of these new books. Mark you calendar and plan to join us for our Alma's Way Book Release Storytime!
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Teen Volunteer Opportunities - Teens Needed!!
TEENS (13-17) ONLY:
Special Spring Volunteer Opportunities
We are looking for teens to get our "Teens Teach Tech" program started once again. This program allows those who struggle with the newest technology to come in and get help from the "teen experts." If you are age 13-17 and would like to help with this program, please stop in and speak with Mrs. Susan. This volunteer opportunity will look great on a college or work resume! Dates for the program will be decided once we have a group of volunteers ready to offer support.
Another program we are in need of help with is our Tween Dungeons & Dragons group We need Players and a Dungeon Master. We are looking for a teen who would be willing to volunteer an hour or two once a month for our D&D program as the Dungeon Master. No dates are set yet, as we would like to be able to work it around our potential volunteers. All supplies will be provided by the library, as we received a small grant from Wizards of the Coast. They will be providing an after-school D&D kit for the library. If interested in being our Dungeon Master, please speak with Mrs. Susan or Ms. Heather as soon as possible.
Our teen volunteers work hard on preparing items for programs, setting up for events and holidays, and just lending support where needed. We can always use a few extra young hands and ideas here at the library. Teens who need hours for school or other organizations can work their time at the library. We have some wonderful young adults in the Chartiers-Houston Community! Would your teen like to join them here and have fun while helping out?
If you know of a teen who would like to join our group of volunteers and/or Teen Advisory Group, have them get in touch with Mrs. Susan or Ms. Heather at (724) 745-4300 or email chcommunitylibrary@gmail.com.
Teens who need legal community service hours are also welcome to contact the library. Please speak with Mrs. Susan about the paperwork required to sign up for volunteer time.
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