Ligonier Valley Library

Lego Club
2026-01-22 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Monthly LEGO Club for children of all ages.Build with jumbo blocks, Duplo train sets, and classic LEGO bricks.
Families can drop in, create at their own pace, and return each month to continue projects or try something new.
Creations will be featured in the library’s LEGO display.
Adult participation encouraged. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

Community Crafting Circle
2026-01-22 17:30 - 18:45
Bring your current craft project—knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, embroidery, or anything else—and join fellow makers for a relaxing and social crafting session at the library.
This is a welcoming space to share ideas, get inspired, and enjoy good company while you work on your latest creation.
All skill levels are welcome. Just bring your materials and your creativity!
The crafting circle meets the 4th Thursday of each month from 5:30-6:45pm.

Titles & Death Book Discussion
2026-01-23 11:00 - 12:00
Join us for our Titles & Death Book Discussion on Friday, January 23 from 11AM to 12PM
We’re reading God of the Woods by Liz Moore – the author will also have a virtual talk on Wednesday, January 28 at 7PM, Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore follow this link to learn more and register here.
Titles & Death combines members of our Death in the Stacks and Titles & Talk Book Discussion Groups, but anyone interested is welcome to join us. New members are always welcome!
Registration is needed (and is relatively quick and easy) – REGISTER HERE!
Physical copies of the title should be available by Monday, December 29th (possibly sooner). Register today! Once you are registered, we’ll make sure a copy is available for you watch for a notice from the library the same as any on-hold item.
If you are new and want to receive the Library’s Monthly Newsletter, our Book Discussion Groups Newsletter and/or belong to the Titles & Death Book Discussion Group list, please visit our eNewsletter signup.

Library Closed 1/26
2026-01-26
Due to the declared state of emergency and current snow conditions, the Ligonier Valley Library will be closed today for the safety of our staff and patrons.
Please stay safe and warm.

Family Story Time
2026-01-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-02-17 11:00 - 12:00
Story Time: Stories, Songs, and Play
Children and caregivers are invited to a lively, interactive story time designed for ages 0–5. Expect stories, songs, movement, and a craft.
Each session ends with free playtime, giving children a chance to explore while caregivers connect with other local families. Wiggles & older siblings are always welcome.
Supports early literacy, social skills, and a love of books in a relaxed, playful setting.

Teen Art Club
2026-01-27 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-03 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-10 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-02-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States
Teen Art Club for ages 12–18.A relaxed, creative space for teens to hang out, make art, and work on personal projects.
Start something new or bring a work-in-progress—supplies like paint, markers, colored pencils, modeling clay, and more are provided. Feel free to bring your own materials, too.
Run by teens, for teens. | Drop-in program. | Tuesdays, 4–6 PM

Genealogy Forum
2026-01-27 17:30 - 18:45
Have you ever wondered who you might be related to, or how your family came to the United States or, more specifically, to Pennsylvania or Ligonier?
The Ligonier Valley Library’s Genealogy Forum will help you develop the tricks and tools needed to trace your family lineage, start your own family bible, or just learn more about family history in general. Each forum meeting focuses on some aspect of family research and occasionally features a guest speaker. Programs are led by or organized by the library’s Pennsylvania Room Archivist.
This month, join us for an informal networking night with fellow genealogy enthusiasts! This is a great opportunity to share new resources, swap research tips, talk through brick walls, and learn what others are working on. Whether you’re a longtime researcher or just getting started, come connect, collaborate, and meet new folks who share your passion for family history.
Genealogy Forum meetings are free and open to the public.
The Forum meets the 4th Tuesday of January, March, May, September, and October.
For more information, call the library at 724-238-6451 or email paroom@ligonierlibrary.org

Mahjong
2026-01-28 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-18 13:00 - 15:00
Join us every Wednesday afternoon in the Smart Room for an engaging game of Mahjong! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, all are welcome to participate from 1 to 3 pm.
While the library provides one set, we encourage players to bring their own if possible. Don’t miss out on the fun and camaraderie as we gather to enjoy this timeless and strategic game together. See you there!

Virtual Author Talk: Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore
2026-01-28 19:00 - 20:00
We are thrilled to welcome back Liz Moore–one of the first guests to appear in the Library Speakers Consortium series–to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlights. Early morning, August 1975: a camp counselor discovers Barbara Van Laar has gone missing. Barbara is the daughter of the family that owns the summer camp and employs most of the region’s residents. And this isn’t the first time a Van Laar child has disappeared. As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds. Wednesday, January 28th, at 7 PM ET or watch on demand after the video premieres!
Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/ligonierlibrary

Lunar New Year Story Time
2026-01-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with storyteller and artist Huan Li from China!
In this family-friendly story time and workshop, participants will enjoy a reading of The Lost Horse by Caldecott Medalist Ed Young, then create your own horse-themed paper-cuts and decorative red envelopes inspired by Lunar New Year traditions. This hands-on program invites children and adults alike to explore Chinese art, storytelling, and the spirit of good fortune together.
For children ages 5+ and their families | Registration is not necessary | Family participation encouraged

Triassic Reading Challenge
2026-02-01 - 2026-04-30
Travel 251 million years into the past and explore the supercontinent of Pangea with us from February through April.
Register on Beanstack to join the Reading Challenge and start your 2026 Library Journal. Each time you complete an activity—reading, quests, scavenger hunts, or book reviews—you can add a new page to your journal. By the end of the year, you’ll have a full record of everything you’ve explored and created at the library.
Earn raffle tickets by logging daily reading, completing activities and quests, participating in the monthly scavenger hunt, and writing book reviews. Tickets can be entered toward real-life prizes like new books, ice cream, art supplies, and more.
Raffles are held every two weeks, so be sure to log your reading and activities in time.

Readers' Choice Book Discussion Group - Novellas
2026-02-03 17:30 - 18:45
Take the lead in your reading! Each month, pick a book that fits our theme—or choose from our library suggestions if you need ideas. At the meeting, share your book, hear what others are reading, and enjoy a relaxed discussion about your different takes on the theme.
We meet the first Tuesday of each month, starting February 3rd. For our first meeting, we’ll be reading a novella, a short work of fiction that’s longer than a short story but shorter than a novel—perfect for a quick read or a cozy sitting.
For our February 3rd kickoff meeting, we invite you to choose any novella that catches your interest. If you’re not sure where to start check out our curated list of suggestions from the library collection to help spark ideas. Pick something new, revisit an old favorite, or try a genre you’ve never explored—the choice is entirely yours! Registration is suggested.
Whether you love discovering new authors, revisiting favorites, or just chatting about books with fellow readers, Readers’ Choice is a welcoming place for all!

Chess Club
2026-02-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States
Monthly Chess Club for ages 17 and under.
Drop in for casual games, practice strategies, or try out new moves at your own pace. Players of all skill levels are welcome, and families can play together.
No registration required. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

Virtual Author Talk: Swashbuckling Heroines and High Seas Adventures with Novelist Vanessa Riley
2026-02-05 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for an unforgettable experience as we chat with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate Jacquotte Delahaye. The Caribbean Sea, 1675. Jacquotte Delahaye is the mixed-race daughter of a wealthy tavern owner on the island of Tortuga. Jacquotte dreams of joining the seafarers and smugglers whose tall-masted ships cluster in the turquoise waters around Tortuga. For twenty years, Jacquotte raids the Caribbean as Jacques, hiding her gender. When her fellow pirates decide to increase their profits by entering the slave trade, Jacquotte must make a change. Thursday, February 5th at 7 PM ET via digital live-stream or watch on-demand after the video premieres!
Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/ligonierlibrary/upcoming

PA Room Closed 3/19
2026-02-10 08:00 - 17:00
The Pennsylvania Room will be closed today, Thursday, March 19. The room will return to regular operating hours on Friday, March 20th.

PA Room Closed 4/3 and 4/4
2026-02-10 08:00 - 17:00
The Pennsylvania Room will be closed Friday and Saturday April 3rd and 4th. The room will reopen during its regular hours on Tuesday, April 7th.

Virtual Author Talk: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
2026-02-12 14:00 - 15:00
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era. These women, in secrecy and subterfuge, courageously and devotedly continued their practices and worship for centuries and passed down their traditions. This book is a love letter to the real magic Black women used, their herbs, food, textiles, song, and dance, used to sow rebellion, freedom, and hope. Thursday, February 12th at 2 PM ET via digital live-stream or watch on-demand after the talk premieres!
Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/ligonierlibrary/upcoming

Family Crafts Studio
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States
Monthly open crafts studio time for families with children preschool age and up.
We provide a variety of craft supplies for self-guided creativity.
Families may start a project, bring in works-in-progress from home, or return each month to continue building over time.
An optional featured craft is sometimes available.
Adult participation required. | Drop-in program. | Come when you can!

Teen Advisory Board Meeting
2026-02-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Ligonier Valley Library, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA
Want a say in what happens at your library? Need volunteer hours? Looking for a fun way to get involved and make new friends?
Click here to apply.
Apply to join the Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! This collaborative group of teens (ages 12-18) works together to shape the library’s teen programs, suggest new books for the collection, help decorate the library, and more.
What does TAB do?
Right now, our members are:

Planning fundraisers
Planning a TAB newspaper
Running a Teen Art Club
[Your idea here!]

TAB is all about teamwork! We work together to come up with creative solutions and programs that fit our library’s goals and community needs. If you’ve got a vision, TAB will help you shape it into something awesome.
Why join?

Earn volunteer hours: Get credit for attending meetings and helping with programs.
Make an impact: Your voice matters! Be part of creating events and projects that benefit teens like you.
Build leadership and teamwork skills: Learn how to work in a team, take on leadership roles, and contribute to something bigger.

STEM Night
2026-02-19 17:00 - 18:00 | Children’s Wing, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States
STEM Night is a monthly drop-in program for children ages 3 and up on the 3rd Thursday every month.
Kids and families explore science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on activities and special experiences.
Activities may include open exploration, guided activities, or special presentations.
The Children’s Wing is also open for play.
Adult participation encouraged. | Drop-in. | Come when you can.

Silent Book Club
2026-02-19 17:30 - 18:45
Silent Book Club is a space for book lovers who enjoy reading in good company, without the pressure of assigned books or rules around structured discussions. Whether you’re working your way through the classics or diving into a new nonfiction title, our monthly meetups offer a relaxed and quiet environment where you can read at your own pace alongside fellow readers. Join us on the third Thursday of every month from 5:30-6:45 pm. It’s BYOB (Bring Your Own Book) and all readers are welcome, including but not limited to, ebooks, audiobooks, textbooks, and comic books. Afterward, you’re welcome to chat, share recommendations, or simply head home feeling refreshed. Learn more about the club here: https://silentbook.club/pages/about-us
