Library Events
PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY GO GREEN CLUB
Upcoming meeting dates:
Monday, March 15, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Are you interested in learning to live lightly on the planet? If so, please join us for our next GO Green Club meeting. Plans are to meet monthly to share information, exchange ideas, welcome speakers, and
develop more awareness about green living practices. Please email the library at caweaver@ptlibrary.org if you plan on attending. If you do not have email,
you may register at the library's circulation desk.
"THE GALLERY" SHOWCASES STUDENT PHOTOS
February 25 - March 10, 2010
The Peters Township High School Photography Classes will exhibit their work in the main lobby
of the Peters Township Public Library from February 25 - March 10, 2010 during library hours. "The Gallery" is a
display of hundreds of student photographs from the classes and club at the high school. An opening
reception will be held on February 25 from 6:30-8 p.m. All are welcome to attend.
Over 80 students contributed work for this exciting event. The Photography Club officers are
Amber Doerr, Samantha Norris, Kaitlin Richert, Britany Grezjka, Shannon Gallaway and Jessica Kleja.
For more information about “The Gallery,” contact the club sponsor, Erin Boni, at bonie@pt-sd.org or the Library at
724-941-9430.
STEP BACK IN TIME -- A CELEBRATION OF LIFE IN PETERS TOWNSHIP
When: Sunday, April 11, 2010
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us as we celebrate the history of Peters Township through exhibits, visual displays of memorabilia and photographs, and slide presentations. Special attractions include:
Meet Robert Donaldson and Patricia Donaldson Stutzman at the exhibit One Hundred years of Change at Donaldson's Crossroads.
Tour the library's Local History Room collection and discover treasures from the way life used to be in Peters Township.
Walk down memory lane with Edward Lybarger for a slideshow presentation Last Days of the Hollywood (Restaurant) and enjoy Hollywood Memorabilia courtesy of the Bob and
Jane McClure family
Enjoy musical selections from Peters Township High School musicians, including performances by members of the jazz band and an ensemble. Thomas McMurray, life-long Peters Township resident,
will introduce local high school students who will provide renditions from the 60's and 70's.
We welcome new residents as well as families who fondly recall living in Peters Township during earlier times. Refreshments will be provided compliments of Peters Township Friends of the Library.
Register for this free program at the library's circulation desk or by calling (724) 941-9430.
"SPEEDY DELIVERY" MR. MCFEELY VISITS THE LIBRARY!
Ages: All ages welcome!
When: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Join us at the library for a visit with one of our favorite neighbors. Mr. McFeely (aka David Newell) will be stopping by to share stories about some of the "Neighborhood of
Make Believe" puppets he will have with him, and will also lead a sing-along of favorite "Neighborhood" songs. For kids of all ages! Register at the library's circulation desk.
TASTE OF THE TOWNSHIP
When: Friday, April 30, 2010
Time: 7:00 - 11:30 p.m.
Where: Valley Brook Country Club
Cost: $50.00 per ticket
Mark your calendar to reserve this date for an evening of fabulous food, dancing and unique auction items. Tickets will be available in March. Proceeds benefit the Peters Township
Public Library and the Community Endowment for Peters Township.
ORAL HISTORY DISPLAY
As part of an oral history project to record and preserve
the history of the township through personal interviews with
past and present residents, the library is currently offering two
displays about life in Peters Township. Pictures on display include
various facets of the history of the township including farm life,
education, transportation, government, recreation, churches and industry.
Please plan on viewing these fascinating displays, located on both the first and
second floors, to see how life in the township has evolved over time.
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