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Holiday Storywalk

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

Celebrate the season with five very special Holiday StoryWalks. Take a stroll through the StoryWalk at Audubon Greenway to read about the Winter Solstice. Take a walk through the meadow at Fern Hollow Nature Center to find out why Bear stays up.

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Event Details:

Celebrate the season with five very special Holiday StoryWalks. Take a stroll through the StoryWalk at Audubon Greenway to read about the Winter Solstice. Take a walk through the meadow at Fern Hollow Nature Center to find out why Bear stays up.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Stories in Art

Stories in Art with Sweetwater Center for the Arts

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Join the art educators from Sweetwater Center for the Arts for an art class at the library! This class will combine the art of storytelling with art!

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join the art educators from Sweetwater Center for the Arts for an art class at the library! This class will combine the art of storytelling with art!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Girl with pony tail writing at a table

Homework Hot Spot

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Dog Tales

Dog Tales

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:30pm - 1:45pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Dog Tales

Dog Tales

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 1:45pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Dog Tales

Dog Tales

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:15pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Dog Tales

Dog Tales

Sunday, December 14, 2025 at 2:15pm - 2:30pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to!  Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion.  Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. 

GRADES K-5 Please register

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Girl with pony tail writing at a table

Homework Hot Spot

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

The Mitten

The Mitten by Jan Brett Storytime

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Come listen to this classic folktale as told by Jan Brett! We’ll read it. We’ll re-enact it. And then we’ll make a mitten craft! 

GRADES PRESCHOOL-1.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come listen to this classic folktale as told by Jan Brett! We’ll read it. We’ll re-enact it. And then we’ll make a mitten craft! 

GRADES PRESCHOOL-1.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Girl with pony tail writing at a table

Homework Hot Spot

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Looking for a quiet place to work on homework after school? The Storytime Room will be open from 2:30-4:30 on Tuesdays and Thursdays for students to work independently on homework!  

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Lego Club

LEGO Club

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Children, Family

Put your creativity to the test with our awesome collection of LEGO. We provide the bricks—you bring the imagination! No registration required. Just drop into the Children’s Department anytime during LEGO Club hours and start building. 

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Family
Event Details:

Put your creativity to the test with our awesome collection of LEGO. We provide the bricks—you bring the imagination! No registration required. Just drop into the Children’s Department anytime during LEGO Club hours and start building. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Block Party

Family Block Party: Birth - Age 6

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH – AGE 6

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH – AGE 6

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

chess club

Chess Club

Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Children

Brand new to chess and want to learn?  How about a seasoned chess master?  Come to learn, expand your knowledge, and just have fun in playing Chess.  Kids in Grades 1-6. The library will provide some chess sets. 

Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Registration Required
Event Details:

Brand new to chess and want to learn?  How about a seasoned chess master?  Come to learn, expand your knowledge, and just have fun in playing Chess.  Kids in Grades 1-6. The library will provide some chess sets. 

Disclaimer(s)

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

LIBRARY CLOSED - Christmas

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Sewickley Public Library

The library is closed all day December 24 & 25 in observance of Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
Sewickley Public Library
Description:

The library is closed all day December 24 & 25 in observance of Christmas.

Block Party

Family Block Party: Birth - Age 6

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH – AGE 6

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH – AGE 6

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

EARLY CLOSING - New Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sewickley Public Library

The library closes at 5:00 pm in observance of New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Sewickley Public Library
Description:

The library closes at 5:00 pm in observance of New Year's Eve.

LIBRARY CLOSED - New Year's Day

All Day
Sewickley Public Library

The library is closed all day in observance of New Year's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Sewickley Public Library
Description:

The library is closed all day in observance of New Year's Day.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

LIBRARY CLOSED - Martin Luther King Jr Day

All Day
Sewickley Public Library

The library is closed all day in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
Sewickley Public Library
Description:

The library is closed all day in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, January 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, January 31, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.

Block Party

Family Block Party

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Children, Family

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies, Preschool, Children, Family
Event Details:

It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. 

AGES 0 – AGE 6 with caregiver. Drop in.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photography During Programs

While attending library programs, visitors may be photographed by library staff. Photographs become library property and may be used in library promotions. Individuals who do not want to be photographed or recorded are responsible for removing themselves from the area or notifying the photographer of their opt-out status.