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Slippery Fish

Take your mind off the heat wave and cool down with some books about fish. During our Inclusive Storytime today we listened to the following stories and songs:     We also decorated ‘touch and feel’ fish. What a catch! … Continue reading

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Waddle, waddle

          Whether it’s their waddle, timeless attire, or those happy feet, most everyone can agree that there is something about penguins that brings a smile to your face. At a recent Inclusive Storytime, children enjoyed hearing stories about these chipper … Continue reading

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Sunday Storytime

Inclusive Storytime is now held on Sunday afternoons at 2:00 PM. This storytime is designed for children with special needs, their friends, and family members. Join us for stories, music, sensory exploration and crafts!

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If a toucan can…

…so can you! A young bird enthusiast visited the Children’s Department on Sunday! She wore a brightly colored costume as she browsed our collection of books and DVDs.      Some birds may fly south for the winter, but this toucan … Continue reading

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Monday Evening Storytime

Inclusive Storytime is now being held on Monday evenings at 6:30PM. Please join us for stories, songs, and sensory activities! This program is designed for children aged 3-6, but all ages are welcome. To learn more about Inclusive Storytime, or … Continue reading

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Squish!

You can roll it, pat it, and stamp it with a dinosaur–It’s salt dough! The children at this week’s Inclusive Storytime heard stories about dinosuars and made their own “fossils” out of dough.

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Summer Reading

While the Summer Reading Extravaganza has passed, it’s not too late to sign up for our summer reading program! You may register at your library or online, just click here.

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A picnic in the library

Have you heard about our Inclusive Storytime? Join us on Tuesday evenings at 6:30 pm for stories, songs, sensory activities and crafts!

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A visit from Cornelia Funke

Cornelia Funke, author of the Inkheart Trilogy, made a special visit to our library last Sunday. Thanks to Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures and their Black, White & Read All Over program, fans of all ages had the opportunity to hear Funke speak … Continue reading

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Inclusive Storytime

Have you heard about our Inclusive Storytime? This storytime is designed for children with special needs, their families, and friends. Join us for stories, songs, sensory activities and crafts.  

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