Adams Memorial Library

Write Your World: Session 1
2025-07-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Curious about writing? We will be doing fun writing and art activities during the sessions that will be included in your very own handmade book!

We ask that you come to all four sessions, as you will be creating your own book step by step. Ages 8 & up.

This program is held at AML and requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383.

July 7 Session 1: Meet author Faerie Grace & start your book
July 14 Session 2: Learn about writing techniques & continue your book
July 21 Session 3: Learn about illustration and glue your book
July 28 Session 4: Add your writing & art and finish making your book

Bake a Tale: Paint Rainbow Shortbread Take Home Kit
2025-07-07 18:00 - 18:30
Add a little splash of color to your shortbread this month!

Pick up your free recipe and activity kit starting Monday, July 7, so you can follow along on our website or social media!

For this video and more, go HERE!

Wildlight Jar Craft
2025-07-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
With pressed flowers and a jar, you can add a touch of natural beauty and nostalgic warmth to any room. So if you want to preserve a bit of summer night for the rest of the year this is the program for you.

This program is FREE but registration is required.

To register, stop by the Upstairs Circulation Desk, call 724-539-1972, or click HERE.

Wee Read
2025-07-08 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-10 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-15 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-07-17 10:30 - 11:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for children birth to 2½ years old & their caregivers. It combines songs, rhymes, and books for a fun and engaging early literacy experience.
The same Wee Read session is repeated each week.
This program requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383!

Storytime
2025-07-08 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-10 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-15 11:30 - 12:00, 2025-07-17 11:30 - 12:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Designed for children ages 2½ to 5 years old who enjoy listening to stories, and their caregivers. It features books, songs, and rhymes.
The same Storytime session is repeated each week, including at Storytime in the Park.
This program requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383!

Storytime in the Park
2025-07-08 13:15 - 14:15, 2025-07-15 13:15 - 14:15 | Legion Keener Park, Legion Keener Park Rd, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Join us at Legion Keener Park for an all-ages storytime! The same stories are repeated from Storytime.
Make sure to bring a blanket!
Check our website and social media for weather-related cancellations or relocation!
This program requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room Desk, or call 724-537-4383!

Dibuja tu mundo con Raúl the Third
2025-07-08 14:00 - 14:30
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read! which features Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library’s Libro Love Book Festival!

This virtual event is geared towards grades Pre-K-2 and will be presented in Spanish and English.

To sign up for this FREE virtual event, please click HERE! (Spanish session)

For other upcoming (and previous) virtual talks, please click HERE!

Drawing Your World: A Virtual Talk with Raúl The Third
2025-07-08 16:00 - 16:30
Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read! which features Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library’s Libro Love Book Festival!

This virtual event is geared towards grades Pre-K-2 and will be presented in Spanish and English.

To sign up for this FREE virtual event, please click HERE! (English session)

For other upcoming (and previous) virtual talks, please click HERE!

Colorful Tree Canvas Art
2025-07-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Caldwell Memorial Library, Derry Area High School 988 N. Chestnut St Ext, Derry, PA, 15627, United States
Take a ‘dab’ at making a colorful tree on canvas to add a little more color to your decor! This craft is for ages 13 & up.
There is a $5 fee for this craft, due at sign-up.
To register, please visit Adams Memorial Library or Caldwell Memorial Library before Tuesday, July 8, or call Caldwell Memorial Library at 724-694-1401 ext. 3110.
Space is limited!

Go Green Storytime
2025-07-09 10:30 - 11:30 | Christ the Divine Teacher School, 323 Chestnut St, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Join Ms. Natalie from Westmoreland Cleanways for a fun and inspiring storytime about making eco-friendly “green” choices! Kids will learn how even small actions can help the planet—and then create their own upcycled mosaic to take home.

This program is held at the Christ the Divine Teacher School cafeteria and requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk, or call 724-537-4383, or click HERE!

While this program is held in the Christ the Divine Teacher School cafeteria, please DO NOT contact CDT to register for this program!
They are gracious enough to be our venue, but registration or questions are ONLY through the CHILDREN’S ROOM!

STEM Craft: Shadow Art
2025-07-09 14:30 - 15:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Learn how to make shadow flower art!

This craft is only for children 7 & up and requires registration.

To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383.

Crochet Fun
2025-07-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Learn the basics of crochet!

This craft is for 8 & up and requires registration.

To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383.

Clay Companions: Animal Portrait Relief Tile Workshop
2025-07-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
In this creative pottery class, students will design and sculpt a relief tile featuring a portrait of an animal or their own beloved pet.

Using hand-building techniques and clay carving tools, participants will learn how to build depth, texture, and personality into their tile through low-relief sculpture. Whether it’s a loyal dog, curious cat, or favorite wild animal, students will bring their subject to life in clay—capturing expression, detail, and form.

This class is perfect for animal lovers and artists of all levels looking to explore clay as a sculptural storytelling medium.

This program is FREE but registration is required.

To register, stop by the Upstairs Circulation Desk, call 724-539-1972, or click HERE!

Friday Photos
2025-07-11 14:00 - 14:30, 2025-07-18 14:00 - 14:30
Join Dandelion, Bryony, Diantha, & Rosie on Instagram to see what they’re reading this week!
You never know–there may summer reading surprises for you!
Catch those rascals on Instagram!

Song & Rhyme Time
2025-07-14 10:30 - 11:00
Join Miss Karen for an at-home song and rhyme session to enjoy any time or anywhere!
You can follow along on our website or social media!
For this video and more, go HERE!

Children’s Craft
2025-07-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
We’ll be making summer-themed crafts this month!

This craft is geared towards children 8 & under.

This program requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383.

Write Your World: Session 2
2025-07-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States

Knifty Knitters
2025-07-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Knifty Knitters meets at the library every first and third Tuesday of every month! This group, made up completely of volunteers, knits and crochets for various charities. New knitters are always welcome, regardless of experience–members will teach!
For more information, stop by the circulation desk or call 724-527-1972!
We can’t wait to see you!

Color Your Summer Cool Ice Cream Social at Caldwell Memorial Library
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Caldwell Memorial Library, Derry Area High School 988 N. Chestnut St Ext, Derry, PA, 15627, United States
Cool off at Caldwell Memorial Library at our social!

Make your own sundae with ice cream provided by Barkley’s Derry King and take home an ice cream craft! Be sure to bring your favorite book to share too!

To register, please call Caldwell Memorial Library at 724-694-1401 ext. 3110!

Wacky Jacky Paints with Faerie Grace
2025-07-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Christ the Divine Teacher School, 323 Chestnut St, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Author Faerie Grace will be delighting us about her book, Wacky Jacky Paints!

There will also be a rock painting craft, so please dress appropriately.

This program is held at Christ the Divine Teacher School cafeteria and requires registration.

To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk, call 724-537-4383, or click HERE.

While this program is held in the Christ the Divine Teacher School cafeteria, please DO NOT contact Christ the Divine Teacher School to register for this program!
They are gracious enough to be our venue, but registration or questions are ONLY through the CHILDREN’S ROOM!

Book & Craft: Tinfoil Stained Glass Art
2025-07-16 14:30 - 15:30 | Adams Memorial Library, 1112 Ligonier Street, Latrobe, PA, 15650, United States
Make your own tinfoil stained glass art!

This craft is for children 7 & up, so younger children will need help.

This program requires registration. To register, stop by the Children’s Room desk or call 724-537-4383.

Discerning the Truth: A Virtual Talk with Marie Lu
2025-07-17 16:00 - 17:00
Explore the intricate dystopian world of Legend with Marie Lu as she encourages readers to look beyond the surface and think critically of the world around them.
This virtual event is geared towards grades 9-12.
To sign up for this FREE virtual event, please click HERE!
For other upcoming (and previous) virtual talks, please click HERE!
