Registration: Yes
Let's start off the week with a gentle and fun walk in South Park. We'll meet at the big parking lot, across from the round horse barn and near the Fairgrounds.
Please register so I'll know who to look for at the park.
This month's craft is clam shell painting. One shell, primary colors of paint, paint brushes, an inspiration sheet, and instructions are included. No registration required for kit pick-up.
It's our Story Walk and Talk's grand opening! What better way to use our outdoor library space that to have ADA accessible, 24/7 access to a book! Recognizing that each family’s schedule is different, our story walk is a great way for families to enjoy an outdoor literacy activity together at their own convenience. Our 8-stations Story Walk is a great conversation starter and vocabulary builder as well as an opportunity for families to be in the physical location of the library. At the conclusion of our Story Walk, participants will be able to take home a pre-packaged kit that will contain a craft activity related to the story as well as a related sheet that incorporates the five practices of early literacy: Read, Sing, Play, Talk and Write.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child (Pre-K - Grade 6) can join Phipps Conservatory for a wonderful Butterflies program via Zoom! Butterflies are some of the world’s most beautiful insects, but their bright patters are more than just for show! Explore butterfly anatomy, learn about their lifecycle and metamorphosis, and discover the fascinating ways they protect themselves in nature.
This program will also be offered on June 18 @ 11:00 am. Registration is required. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Register HERE!
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Children in grades K-5 are welcome to stop by the library to pick up a take-and-make craft kit. All of the supplies needed for craft completion will be included in the kit! Supplies are limited. No registration required.
Mondays: June 15 (birds on branch), July 13 (metallic butterflies) and August 10 (insect rock painting)
Children entering grades K-3 can join us for a fun, outdoor adventure at the library garden, where we will listen to a story, learn about flowers, birds, and butterflies and participate in a garden activity. This class will also include a take-and-make craft. Please register for each session. Space is limited.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: June 15 (birds), July 13 (butterflies) and August 10 (insects)
Please bring a blanket and a pair of gardening gloves. We will follow all PA mandates.
In case of inclement weather, or if you are unable to join us outdoors, all programs will also be broadcast on Facebook LIVE.
Thank you to Chapon's Green House and Supply for their generous donation of flowers for our program.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Creative Writing Studio will give students (Grades 6-12) an overview of several writing genres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting. In class, we will spend the first 45 minutes reviewing our previous week’s writing and workshopping pieces with one another. The second hour of the class is dedicated to learning a new writing skill and building upon what we learned in previous weeks. Students will be expected to write outside of class in order to be able to take full advantage of workshopping! We will explore several types of writing in this fun, fast-paced program, so there is truly something for everyone! All writing supplies will be provided.
Each program will be held at the library (outdoors). Should there be inclement weather, the program will move indoors. Registering once will register you for all sessions.
Tuesdays from 4:00-6:00 pm* (June 15 through August 17)
*the June 29 session will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm
June 15 (introductory writing/free write), June 22 (flash fiction writing), June 29 (long fiction writing), July 6 (humor writing), July 13 (memoir writing), July 20 (interview writing), July 27 (poetry writing), August 3 (scriptwriting), August 10 (final writing project), August 17 (writing showcase)
This program is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Baldwin Whitehall Friends of the Theater Arts.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child (Grades K-3) can join Phipps Conservatory for a wonderful nature program via Zoom! Movement is important for nature and for us! Learn about how animals move and migrate while you take nature walks and play fun games!
Registration is required. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Register HERE!
Bring your beach blanket and your baby (ages 0-2) to our outdoor morning storytime featuring stories, fun and engaging songs, rhymes, music and bubbles to conclude our program! Each registered family will receive their own book, musical instruments and rhyme and sing card to use during the program. All program supplies will be thoroughly cleaned for safe use. Return the supplies at the conclusion of the program and keep the rhyme and sing card to add to your collection! Please register for each session. Space is limited.
Thursdays at 10:30 am: June 17, July 1, July 15, July 29 and August 12
Please bring a blanket and snacks for your child. We will follow all PA mandates.
In case of inclement weather, or if you are unable to join us outdoors, all programs will also be broadcast on Facebook LIVE.
Teens entering Grades 6-12 can join Ms. Leah for an outdoor, 45-minute yoga class incorporating asana, breath work and a short meditation! All levels are welcome! Class size will be limited to 12 students to adhere to social distancing guidelines and to provide individualized attention and instruction when needed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat/towel and water. Please register for each class you're attending.
Thursdays at 1:00 pm: June 17 and 24; July 1, 8, 22 and 29
In the event of inclement weather on any of our yoga days, the class will be held via Zoom with a link sent to all participants.
Registration: No
Location: Baseball bleachers or in the library
We'd love to have you come and talk about books! We're not stuffy, just chatty. We also talk about books we're reading and we get some get ideas, too.
Today we're discussing "Motherhood so White" by Nefertiti Austin.
Baldwin Borough Public Library’s Board of Trustees is composed of seven citizens of the community, appointed by Baldwin Borough Council.
The Board meets monthly at 7pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Library and all meetings are open to the public.
Registration: Yes
Ages 18+
Location: Library lawn
Yay!! Marian is back for adult yoga classes. Spend an hour every Thursday at 7 p.m. - WEATHER PERMITTING.
Cost is $5 per class, just pay Marian directly and please bring a yoga mat or towel.
Teens (grades 6-12) can stop by the library (in library or curbside) to pick up a take-and-make teen craft kit to make and enjoy at home. No registration is required! Just stop by the library and ask for a kit!
June 18 craft: Colorful Straw Weaving Bookmark/Bracelet/Headband
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child (Pre-K - Grade 6) can join Phipps Conservatory for a wonderful Butterflies program via Zoom! Butterflies are some of the world’s most beautiful insects, but their bright patters are more than just for show! Explore butterfly anatomy, learn about their lifecycle and metamorphosis, and discover the fascinating ways they protect themselves in nature.
Registration is required. Once registered, a Zoom link will be emailed to you. Register HERE!
Registration: Yes
Ages: 18 +
Let's take Bingo outside to enjoy the summer weather. We'll sit out front at tables in our small parking lot and play 10 games for small prizes!
If it rains, we'll have to cancel - RATS!!
Please register as there is a limited number of seats!
Registration: Yes
Let's start off the week with a gentle and fun walk in South Park. We'll meet at the big parking lot, across from the round horse barn and near the Fairgrounds.
Please register so I'll know who to look for at the park.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join Allegheny County Parks for a wonderful Owls program via Facebook (pre-recorded)! Who, who, who is out in the parks at night? Owls of course! Discover the different adaptations these amazing birds have evolved to help them survive at night.
Please visit the ACLA Youth Services Facebook page on June 21 @ 11:00 am to view this premiere.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
We are on the road to helping your child read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! Each month, we will host an outdoor early literacy program for you and your 2-5 year old! Each registered child will receive a literacy kit to use and follow along during the program, then keep the items to take home! Each literacy kit will contain one book, one rhyme and sing card, one musical activity, one craft and one early learning activity, all to help your child become a life-long reader! Please register separately for each program to reserve an outdoor spot and a literacy kit!
In case of inclement weather, or if you are unable to join us in-person, all programs will also be broadcast on Facebook LIVE.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: June 22 (shapes), July 6 (colors), July 20 (counting) and August 3 (patterns)
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join Allegheny Land Trust for a wonderful Bugs program via Facebook (pre-recorded)! Learn about some of the amazing bugs that call PA home. Then learn how to build a mason bee home from recycled materials.
Please visit the ACLA Youth Services Facebook page on June 22 @ 11:00 am to view this premiere.
Supplies Needed by Participants: toilet paper tube, scissors, tape/glue, paper
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Creative Writing Studio will give students (Grades 6-12) an overview of several writing genres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting. In class, we will spend the first 45 minutes reviewing our previous week’s writing and workshopping pieces with one another. The second hour of the class is dedicated to learning a new writing skill and building upon what we learned in previous weeks. Students will be expected to write outside of class in order to be able to take full advantage of workshopping! We will explore several types of writing in this fun, fast-paced program, so there is truly something for everyone! All writing supplies will be provided.
Each program will be held at the library (outdoors). Should there be inclement weather, the program will move indoors. Registering once will register you for all sessions.
Tuesdays from 4:00-6:00 pm* (June 15 through August 17)
*the June 29 session will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm
June 15 (introductory writing/free write), June 22 (flash fiction writing), June 29 (long fiction writing), July 6 (humor writing), July 13 (memoir writing), July 20 (interview writing), July 27 (poetry writing), August 3 (scriptwriting), August 10 (final writing project), August 17 (writing showcase)
This program is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Baldwin Whitehall Friends of the Theater Arts.
Registration: Yes
Location: Library front yard
We would love to have you join us to talk about thrilling mysteries.
We are on the road to helping your child read 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten! Each month, we will host an outdoor early literacy program for you and your 2-5 year old! Each registered child will receive a literacy kit to use and follow along during the program, then keep the items to take home! Each literacy kit will contain one book, one rhyme and sing card, one musical activity, one craft and one early learning activity, all to help your child become a life-long reader! Please register separately for each program to reserve an outdoor spot and a literacy kit!
In case of inclement weather, or if you are unable to join us in-person, all programs will also be broadcast on Facebook LIVE.
Tuesdays at 10:30 am: June 22 (shapes), July 6 (colors), July 20 (counting) and August 3 (patterns)
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join Allegheny Land Trust for a wonderful Owl Pellets program via Facebook (pre-recorded)! What is an owl pellet and which end of an owl does it come out of? Learn why owls are awesome, and watch as we dissect a real owl pellet.
Please visit the ACLA Youth Services Facebook page on June 24 @ 11:00 am to view this premiere.
Teens entering Grades 6-12 can join Ms. Leah for an outdoor, 45-minute yoga class incorporating asana, breath work and a short meditation! All levels are welcome! Class size will be limited to 12 students to adhere to social distancing guidelines and to provide individualized attention and instruction when needed. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat/towel and water. Please register for each class you're attending.
Thursdays at 1:00 pm: June 17 and 24; July 1, 8, 22 and 29
In the event of inclement weather on any of our yoga days, the class will be held via Zoom with a link sent to all participants.
Registration: Yes
Ages 18+
Location: Library lawn
Yay!! Marian is back for adult yoga classes. Spend an hour every Thursday at 7 p.m. - WEATHER PERMITTING.
Cost is $5 per class, just pay Marian directly and please bring a yoga mat or towel.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join Allegheny County Parks for a wonderful Lightening Bugs program via Facebook (pre-recorded)! As the sky darkens, fireflies light the night. Learn about our official state insect, the fascinating lives they lead, and how we can all play a part in ensuring they are around for the enjoyment of future generations.
Please visit the ACLA Youth Services Facebook page on June 25 @ 11:00 am to view this premiere.
Teens (grades 6-12) can join local artist Michelle to paint a beautiful artistic creation with step-by-step instructions. Our program will be held after-hours, outdoors in our parking lot! In the event of inclement weather, the program will be held via Zoom. Please register.
Help us paint our picnic tables! In 2019, we invited the community to paint our new fence. Now, we have three picnic tables that need some paint as well!
Color our Library, and sign-up to add your personal touch with some artwork on our tables. This is how it'll work:
- Three tables will have 5 areas for painting.
- Sign-up for an hour long painting session. One family/group per session. 15 groups total. There is no age or group limit. Could be 1 or 6.
- Each group will be assigned a section of the picnic table to paint!
- Sessions start at 10:00 AM with the last group at 2PM.
- We ask that groups check-in so they can be shown their sections and get their materials.
Help us paint our picnic tables! In 2019, we invited the community to paint our new fence. Now, we have three picnic tables that need some paint as well!
Color our Library, and sign-up to add your personal touch with some artwork on our tables. This is how it'll work:
- Three tables will have 5 areas for painting.
- Sign-up for an hour long painting session. One family/group per session. 15 groups total. There is no age or group limit. Could be 1 or 6.
- Each group will be assigned a section of the picnic table to paint!
- Sessions start at 10:00 AM with the last group at 2PM.
- We ask that groups check-in so they can be shown their sections and get their materials.
Help us paint our picnic tables! In 2019, we invited the community to paint our new fence. Now, we have three picnic tables that need some paint as well!
Color our Library, and sign-up to add your personal touch with some artwork on our tables. This is how it'll work:
- Three tables will have 5 areas for painting.
- Sign-up for an hour long painting session. One family/group per session. 15 groups total. There is no age or group limit. Could be 1 or 6.
- Each group will be assigned a section of the picnic table to paint!
- Sessions start at 10:00 AM with the last group at 2PM.
- We ask that groups check-in so they can be shown their sections and get their materials.
Help us paint our picnic tables! In 2019, we invited the community to paint our new fence. Now, we have three picnic tables that need some paint as well!
Color our Library, and sign-up to add your personal touch with some artwork on our tables. This is how it'll work:
- Three tables will have 5 areas for painting.
- Sign-up for an hour long painting session. One family/group per session. 15 groups total. There is no age or group limit. Could be 1 or 6.
- Each group will be assigned a section of the picnic table to paint!
- Sessions start at 10:00 AM with the last group at 2PM.
- We ask that groups check-in so they can be shown their sections and get their materials.
Help us paint our picnic tables! In 2019, we invited the community to paint our new fence. Now, we have three picnic tables that need some paint as well!
Color our Library, and sign-up to add your personal touch with some artwork on our tables. This is how it'll work:
- Three tables will have 5 areas for painting.
- Sign-up for an hour long painting session. One family/group per session. 15 groups total. There is no age or group limit. Could be 1 or 6.
- Each group will be assigned a section of the picnic table to paint!
- Sessions start at 10:00 AM with the last group at 2PM.
- We ask that groups check-in so they can be shown their sections and get their materials.
Registration: Yes
Let's start off the week with a gentle and fun walk in South Park. We'll meet at the big parking lot, across from the round horse barn and near the Fairgrounds.
Please register so I'll know who to look for at the park.
Children entering Grades K-2 can join us for an exploration of art! Now being held indoors because of the hot weather and taught by local art teacher Michelle, children will create their own art masterpiece to take home while learning about a different art medium and technique each month. Please register separately for each class. Please see additional event for Grades 3-5.
Grades K-2: Mondays from 1:00-2:00 pm - June 28, July 12 and August 9
Children entering Grades 3-5 can join us for an exploration of art! Held outdoors and taught by local art teacher Michelle, children will create their own art masterpiece to take home while learning about a different art medium and technique each month. Please register separately for each class. Please see additional event for Grades K-2.
Grades 3-5: Mondays from 2:30-3:30 pm - June 28, July 12 and August 9
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
Children of all ages can join us for a playful and engaging outdoor storytime filled with books, songs, games and fun activities to help build literacy and social skills as well as phonological and alphabet awareness. Themed book bundles will be available for checkout after each session. Please register. Space is limited.
Tuesdays at 11:30 am: June 29 and July 27
Please bring a blanket and a lunch/snack/drink. We will follow all PA mandates.
In case of inclement weather, or if you are unable to join us outdoors, all programs will also be broadcast on Facebook LIVE.
Have a technology question? Need help using your computer, tablet, or phone? Schedule a FREE one-on-one technology help session. Sessions are limited to one half hour.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre for a wonderful Dance the Story: Ballet Fairies program via Zoom! The program will include a brief discussion about ballet having lots of different fairies in various stories, a dance class and warm-up, the story of Cinderella, a brief video of a ballet fairy dance from The Sleeping Beauty and then participants will learn a ballet fairy dance.
Registration is required. Please register HERE!
Creative Writing Studio will give students (Grades 6-12) an overview of several writing genres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and scriptwriting. In class, we will spend the first 45 minutes reviewing our previous week’s writing and workshopping pieces with one another. The second hour of the class is dedicated to learning a new writing skill and building upon what we learned in previous weeks. Students will be expected to write outside of class in order to be able to take full advantage of workshopping! We will explore several types of writing in this fun, fast-paced program, so there is truly something for everyone! All writing supplies will be provided.
Each program will be held at the library (outdoors). Should there be inclement weather, the program will move indoors. Registering once will register you for all sessions.
Tuesdays from 4:00-6:00 pm* (June 15 through August 17)
*the June 29 session will be held from 5:00-7:00 pm
June 15 (introductory writing/free write), June 22 (flash fiction writing), June 29 (long fiction writing), July 6 (humor writing), July 13 (memoir writing), July 20 (interview writing), July 27 (poetry writing), August 3 (scriptwriting), August 10 (final writing project), August 17 (writing showcase)
This program is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Baldwin Whitehall Friends of the Theater Arts.
This summer, we are partnering with the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) to bring your child even more wonderful programming opportunities!
Your child can join the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre for a musical reading of Giles Andreae’s classic children’s book Giraffes Can’t Dance. The delightful tale of Gerald the Giraffe will be brought to life with performances by the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra of each of the dances Gerald encounters on his journey to find his song. Teaching artist Kerra Alexander from the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre will narrate and demonstrate dance moves. Join us to listen, dance, and move along!
This program will be available on the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra's website on June 30 and is free with registration.
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