Children and Families
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Join us for our weekly, casual Family Storytime which is held every Tuesday from 11am - 12pm in our Community Room!
Every week, we will do reading and crafts for an hour of fun and learning!
No sign-up required. Come as you are!
Let's Play! Board games
Let's Play! Board games
Join Marissa in the Smart Room on the first Thursday of each month from 5pm-6pm. Play a featured board game from the Library's collection!
Other board games will be available.
February 29th, 2024 - Wingspan
In this special edition on Let's Play, join Powermill Nature Reserve at Ligonier Valley Library to play the bird-themed board game, Wingspan!
"You are bird enthusiasts—researchers, bird watchers, ornithologists, and collectors—seeking to discover and attract the best birds to your network of wildlife preserves." --Publisher
Junior Bookworms
Junior Bookworms
February 8, 2024 theme: Heroes
Find and read a book before the first meeting. Bring your chosen book to share with the group while crafting.
Join us on the 2nd Thursday each month for crafts and book discussions!
Readers ages 6-11 have the freedom to choose and read books that capture their interest. Gather to share your literary adventures while engaging in crafts inspired by the monthly theme! The club will occasionally introduce creative challenges, encouraging each junior bookworm to explore their favorite stories through art, writing, or other creative outlets.
STEM Stations
STEM Stations
Drop into the Children's Wing between 5pm and 6pm to try out various science, technology, engineering, and math challenge stations.
No sign-up required. Come as you are!
Lego Club
Lego Club
Join us for Lego challenges and free play.
Suggested for ages 6-12 (Lego duplo will be provided as free-play for children under 6).
No sign-up required. Come as you are!
A Library Card Makes the Perfect Gift!
Here at the Ligonier Valley Library, children can apply for their very own library card once they turn 5 years old! We have many free resources available for a wide range of age groups including books, movies, board games, nature backpacks, and more!
Extra Helpful Links
- Fire safety resources here. This site includes a printable fire safety book for kids!
- Live webcams:
- Free eductional websites:
- Highlights Kids **Literacy, games, and science**
- Storyline Online **Virtual storytime**
- Star Fall **Phonics**
- PBS Kids
- Fun Brain **Math games**
- ABC YA **Math and reading games**
- Dr. Seuss games
- National Geographic Kids **Geography**
- SwitchZoo animal games
- Wonderopolis
- Other great free websites:
- Ready, Set, Music by PA PBS
- Ruff Ruffman **tech literacy**
- The Blackburn Centers empathy videos
Activities and Resources for Families
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Check out the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten site for more information about the importance of reading aloud to your child.
Find the Ligonier Valley Library's 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten reading challenge on Beanstack. Once you complete the challenge, let us know and we will dedicate a book in your child's name to add to our collection.
Storybook Trail
The story begins at the forestry office trailhead, located by the kiosk in the parking area. Make sure to visit the Storybook Trail at 1291 Route 30, Laughlintown, PA.
Must-Read Books
Brightly provides a list of must-read books for grades 1st through 5th. Click here to browse our catalog and place holds.