We will have various books focusing on the National Day theme for the upcoming week-end, for everyone to enjoy! Each week, a different child will have the chance to introduce themselves to the group. The children will also have the opportunity to learn the "SIGHT WORD OF THE DAY". Plus, there be trivia and worksheets. We will finish up with our Freeze Song…then move to the crafting tables to break out the scissors and crayons!

Please register for this storytime online here.

Stories, Songs & Stretches Storytime (Ages 0-2) (In-Person)
Wednesday, September 29th at 10:30am

We invite babies through 2-year olds (with caregivers) to chime right in to this music and dance class. We will start by “Shaking Out Our Sillies.” Then we will read a few special National Day themed board books. Next, everyone will get the chance to break out the musical instruments for tons of fun. Your baby is going to love the Great Get Outside activities to try at home. Stories, Songs and Stretches would not be complete without the song…Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes! What a fun way to spend the morning together!  We will introduce some S.T.E.M. to the children too.

Please register for this storytime online here.

Frightening Fiction Reading Program for Kids
October 2nd - October 28th

South Park Township Library is offering kids a FRIGHTENING FICTION READING PROGRAM!

Every time you check out a book related to October, you will receive a raffle ticket to be placed in the ghost jar. *chapter books will receive 3 tickets *all other items will receive 1 ticket.*

On October 28th the winner will be announced and will be rewarded with books and a gift card to enjoy on HALLOWEEN!

Play, Learn, and Grow Storytime @ the Library (Ages 2-6) (In-Person)
Tuesday, October 5th at 11:00am

We will have various books focusing on the National Day theme for the upcoming week-end, for everyone to enjoy! Each week, a different child will have the chance to introduce themselves to the group. The children will also have the opportunity to learn the "SIGHT WORD OF THE DAY". Plus, there be trivia and worksheets. We will finish up with our Freeze Song…then move to the crafting tables to break out the scissors and crayons!

Please register for this storytime online here.

Stories, Songs & Stretches Storytime (Ages 0-2) (In-Person)
Wednesday, October 6th at 10:30am

We invite babies through 2-year olds (with caregivers) to chime right in to this music and dance class. We will start by “Shaking Out Our Sillies.” Then we will read a few special National Day themed board books. Next, everyone will get the chance to break out the musical instruments for tons of fun. Your baby is going to love the Great Get Outside activities to try at home. Stories, Songs and Stretches would not be complete without the song…Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes! What a fun way to spend the morning together!  We will introduce some S.T.E.M. to the children too.

Please register for this storytime online here.

Halloween Book Bag Craft (In-Person)
Thursday, October 7th at 1:00pm

Join us as we keep the kids busy with an activity to create your very own Trick or Treat / Library Book Bag. This is a great way to add a dash of personality to your very own cotton canvas tote with multiple uses. One side could be decorated for Halloween and the other side could be detailed as you very own library bag. The kids will be delighted to take them home to show their work of art to their families, friends and the library staff.

Please register for this program online here.

Yoga with Phipps Conservatory (In-Person)
Monday, October 11th at 4:30pm
In The Community Center

Children are invited to have some fun and work on some Halloween yoga poses at our "Yoga with Phipps Conservatory" program.This is one 45 minute session both you and your kids will enjoy. This program will take place in the Community Center.

Please register for this program online here.

Play, Learn, and Grow Storytime @ the Library (Ages 2-6) (In-Person)
Tuesday, October 12th at 11:00am

We will have various books focusing on the National Day theme for the upcoming week-end, for everyone to enjoy! Each week, a different child will have the chance to introduce themselves to the group. The children will also have the opportunity to learn the "SIGHT WORD OF THE DAY". Plus, there be trivia and worksheets. We will finish up with our Freeze Song…then move to the crafting tables to break out the scissors and crayons!

Please register for this storytime online here.

Stories, Songs & Stretches Storytime (Ages 0-2) (In-Person)
Wednesday, October 13th at 10:30am

We invite babies through 2-year olds (with caregivers) to chime right in to this music and dance class. We will start by “Shaking Out Our Sillies.” Then we will read a few special National Day themed board books. Next, everyone will get the chance to break out the musical instruments for tons of fun. Your baby is going to love the Great Get Outside activities to try at home. Stories, Songs and Stretches would not be complete without the song…Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes! What a fun way to spend the morning together!  We will introduce some S.T.E.M. to the children too.

Please register for this storytime online here.

Read to the Dogs (In-Person)
Thursday, October 14th at 6:30pm

Children are invited to "Read to the Dogs" at the Library! This program will give children an opportunity to practice their reading skills with some wonderful furry companions!

Please register for this program online here.

Crafty Chaos for Kids (In-Person)
Wednesday, October 20th at 6:30pm

Do you like making crafts and using your own creativity? Join us for our first ever Crafty Chaos event! We will provide all different types of craft materials for you to make your own one of a kind creation. We'll also provide examples of past crafts in case you need some inspiration! This event is for CHILDREN IN GRADES 2-5. Registration is required and space is limited. Please register for this craft online here.

Starry Night Storytime with Miss Joy (In-Person)
Monday, October 25th at 6:30pm

Children in preschool through first grade are invited to join us for an evening storytime. This storytime is perfect for working parents and caregivers. We will sing some songs, read a few books, and do a simple craft. Space is limited and registration is required. Let's reach for the stars together! Please register for this storytime online here.

Kids Halloween Event - Puppet Show & Costume Parade (In-Person)
Tuesday, October 26th at 11:00am
In the Community Center

We will have the Community Center for everyone to spread out, have fun and be safe! When was the last time your child got to see a puppet show, how about a Halloween puppet show? The kids will love the story of Inky's Black Cat Blues. The puppet show will last about 35 minutes. Then one lucky child will win the Halloween Cat basket as a special Halloween Treat. This is one storytime that the kids will not want to miss!

After the show, the children will parade around the South Park Municipal Complex (Police Station, Township Office and the Library) to collect a few goodies along the way The program starts in the South Park Community Center and costumes are encouraged!

Please register for the Halloween event online here.

Stories, Songs & Stretches Storytime (Ages 0-2) (In-Person)
Wednesday, October 27th at 10:30am

We invite babies through 2-year olds (with caregivers) to chime right in to this music and dance class. We will start by “Shaking Out Our Sillies.” Then we will read a few special National Day themed board books. Next, everyone will get the chance to break out the musical instruments for tons of fun. Your baby is going to love the Great Get Outside activities to try at home. Stories, Songs and Stretches would not be complete without the song…Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes! What a fun way to spend the morning together!  We will introduce some S.T.E.M. to the children too.

Please register for this storytime online here.

Reading/Math Tutors (In-Person)
Thursday, October 28th at 6:30pm

The "Reading and Math Tutors" program will allow children to work through math work problems while having the opportunity to present information from their book selection. Please register for this program online here.

Owl Prowl with the Allegheny Park Rangers (In-Person)
Friday, October 29th at 6:30pm
Meet at South Park Ice Skating Rink Parking Lot

Be sure to join us for this special Twilight program with the Allegheny Park Rangers and maybe even an owl. Who, who, who is out there in the park at night? Owls of course! Learn about nature’s ultimate nocturnal predator and the adaptations they have evolved to make them deadly to their prey at night. Listen as we play owl calls to try and hear these amazing birds while we make our way through the park on the trails at night.

Please register for this program online here.