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Preschool Open House

Preschool & Kindergarten Open House

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Informational Talk
Age Group:
Preschool

Families interested in learning more about preschools, childcare centers, and kindergartens in the Quaker Valley area are invited to attend our Annual Early Childhood Open House. 

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Informational Talk
Event Details:

Families interested in learning more about preschools, childcare centers, and kindergartens in the Quaker Valley area are invited to attend our Annual Early Childhood Open House. 

Silhouette of person in meditative pose with lotus flower in background

Sahaja Meditation

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy the silence, peace and stress release that is always free with this weekly meditation program.

Newcomers welcome. No registration required.

 

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Enjoy the silence, peace and stress release that is always free with this weekly meditation program.

Newcomers welcome. No registration required.

 

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.

Pooh Party

Pooh Party

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool, Children

Let’s celebrate the birthday of A.A. Milne, author of Winnie the Pooh, with a Pooh Party!  There’ll be stories, games, birthday snacks, and crafts.

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

Let’s celebrate the birthday of A.A. Milne, author of Winnie the Pooh, with a Pooh Party!  There’ll be stories, games, birthday snacks, and crafts.

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, January 11, 2026 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, January 11, 2026 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, January 11, 2026 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, January 11, 2026 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.

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg Group

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Colbert Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

Mah Jongg is a game of both skill and luck that originated in China many centuries ago. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Colbert Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Group Meetup
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mah Jongg is a game of both skill and luck that originated in China many centuries ago. 

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.

Pajama Storytime

Pajama Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children

Put on your favorite jammies and join us for evening storytime! Together, we’ll read bedtime stories and make a craft inspired by the characters in our books! Get ready to have a blast before bedtime with us! We’ll have a new theme every month!

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

Put on your favorite jammies and join us for evening storytime! Together, we’ll read bedtime stories and make a craft inspired by the characters in our books! Get ready to have a blast before bedtime with us! We’ll have a new theme every month!

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Mother Goose on the Loose:

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.For children 0-3-years o...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.

For children 0-3-years old with a caregiver.

Weekly registration required.

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Mother Goose on the Loose:

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.For children 0-3-years o...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.

For children 0-3-years old with a caregiver.

Weekly registration required.

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose

Mother Goose on the Loose

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies
Mother Goose on the Loose:

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.For children 0-3-years o...

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Babies
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Build your baby’s reading readiness skills through music, stories, and movement in this nationally acclaimed early literacy program for babies and toddlers.

For children 0-3-years old with a caregiver.

Weekly registration required.

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, January 13, 2026 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.

Logo for QVMS Zone Out

QVMS Zone Out

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Quaker Valley Middle School at Off Site
Program Type:
Group Meetup
Age Group:
Teens

Zone out from school, and zone in to your assignments or personal projects. Join us in the Quaker Valley Middle School Library, where we'll provide after-school snacks and lo-fi study music. No need to sign up!

Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Quaker Valley Middle School
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Group Meetup
Event Details:

Zone out from school, and zone in to your assignments or personal projects. Join us in the Quaker Valley Middle School Library, where we'll provide after-school snacks and lo-fi study music. No need to sign 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.

Open Play image of 3 children playing at a toy table together with rainbow and puzzle pieces in the background

Open Play

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Age Group:
Babies, Preschool, Family

Stop by the library for open playtime with toys, blocks, and more! Kids can meet up with friends—or even make new library friends—while burning off some energy before bedtime. 

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

Stop by the library for open playtime with toys, blocks, and more! Kids can meet up with friends—or even make new library friends—while burning off some energy before bedtime. 

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.

The In Crowd by Charlotte Vassell Book Cover

Mystery Book Group

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

All are invited to discuss an assortment of mystery mayhem with us in the Mystery Book Group! Whether it's a thriller, crime, spy, detective, or whodunit novel - we cover them all.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

All are invited to discuss an assortment of mystery mayhem with us in the Mystery Book Group! Whether it's a thriller, crime, spy, detective, or whodunit novel - we cover them all.

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.

Wiggle Waggle Wednesday

Wiggle Waggle Wednesdays

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Stories, songs, rhymes, and more help build early literacy skills in this thirty-minute class. 

Children 30 months to 48 months (2 ½ to 4), with a caregiver.  

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

Stories, songs, rhymes, and more help build early literacy skills in this thirty-minute class. 

Children 30 months to 48 months (2 ½ to 4), with a caregiver.  

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.

Wiggle Waggle Wednesday

Wiggle Waggle Wednesdays

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

 Stories, songs, rhymes, and more help build early literacy skills in this thirty-minute class. 

Children 30 months to 48 months (2 ½ to 4), with a caregiver.  

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

 Stories, songs, rhymes, and more help build early literacy skills in this thirty-minute class. 

Children 30 months to 48 months (2 ½ to 4), with a caregiver.  

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.

iPhone with Laptop in background

Drop In Tech Help

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Drop in at the library for help with your phone or tablet device from one of our librarians. 

12-2pm Get help with iPhone, iPad, Android and tablets!

Registration is not required.

 

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Drop in at the library for help with your phone or tablet device from one of our librarians. 

12-2pm Get help with iPhone, iPad, Android and tablets!

Registration is not required.

 

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.

Logo for Tiny Club

Tiny Club!

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Age Group:
Teens

All your favorite activities . . . made TINY!

Each session features a different combination of tiny crafts, snacks, games, and more!

No need to sign up!

This program is open to all students in grades 6-12.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Group Meetup
Event Details:

All your favorite activities . . . made TINY!

Each session features a different combination of tiny crafts, snacks, games, and more!

No need to sign up!

This program is open to all students in grades 6-12.

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.

Seniors walking down a path

Take a Wise Walk

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Colbert Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Wise Walk:

Get ready for more activity and fun with our Wise Walkers group!Wise Walks is ideal for active 50+ adults who are interested in a lively and social exercise program. The group will...

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Colbert Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Get ready for more activity and fun with our Wise Walkers group!

Wise Walks is ideal for active 50+ adults who are interested in a lively and social exercise program. The group will meet at the library and walk between 1-3 miles before returning to the library.  By popular demand, this program will continue year-round! 

Walkers are asked to sign a waiver their first session, then again on an annual basis.

There is no need to sign up and new walkers are always welcome!

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.

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool

Join us as we read, sing, and learn together in this thirty-minute class for preschoolers.

Children ages 3 ½-entering Kindergarten without a caregiver.  

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

Join us as we read, sing, and learn together in this thirty-minute class for preschoolers.

Children ages 3 ½-entering Kindergarten without a caregiver.  

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.

Cover of The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post by Allison Pataki

Brown Bag Book Group

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 11:30am - 1:00pm
Conference Room at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Welcome to the Brown Bag Book Group which meets on the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. The BBBG meets in-person at the Library and also virtually by Zoom.

Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Welcome to the Brown Bag Book Group which meets on the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 a.m. The BBBG meets in-person at the Library and also virtually by Zoom.

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.

Streets of Montmartre in Paris, France

French Conversation

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual at Sewickley Public Library
Program Type:
Group Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

You are invited to practice French speaking skills in an informal discussion. This group is for individuals who have a intermediate knowledge of French.

Sign Up Open
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Sewickley Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Group Meetup
Registration Required
Event Details:

You are invited to practice French speaking skills in an informal discussion. This group is for individuals who have a intermediate knowledge of French.

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.