Lego Club

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......More

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!

Death in the Stacks Book Discussion Group

Death in the Stacks is a book discussion group for mystery and thriller lovers, exploring everything from cozy mysteries and hard-boiled detectives to psychological suspense and spy thrillers. If you enjoy great reads and lively conversation, this is the group for you! ......More

Death in the Stacks is a book discussion group for mystery and thriller lovers, exploring everything from cozy mysteries and hard-boiled detectives to psychological suspense and spy thrillers. If you enjoy great reads and lively conversation, this is the group for you! The group meets from 11 am—12 pm on the 4th Friday of February, April, June, August, and October. Registration is strongly requested to ensure that we set up enough seats and that we order enough copies for participants who wish to borrow that month’s title from us. Walk-ins are always welcome! This month we are reading The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon — REGISTER HERE Sign up for the Book Discussion Groups eNewsletter to learn more about this group and the library’s other monthly book discussion groups.

Family Story Time

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 c......More

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

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 ......More

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

Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States

Mahjong

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 possi......More

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! 

Foothills Writers: Monthly Writing Group

The Foothills Writers are dedicated to inspiring and encouraging people with a passion for writing. Our objective is to meet writers’ needs regardless of their skill level or chosen genre. This is accomplished through mutual sharing, constructive critiques, and the expl......More

The Foothills Writers are dedicated to inspiring and encouraging people with a passion for writing. Our objective is to meet writers’ needs regardless of their skill level or chosen genre. This is accomplished through mutual sharing, constructive critiques, and the exploration of writing topics.The group meets monthly on the first Friday of each month from 1:00–3:00 p.m. in the library’s Smart Room (first floor).Drop by to meet the members, learn more about the group, or simply enjoy a visit. Each meeting focuses on a new topic and may include guest speakers, such as authors or other experts who can provide insight into the many dimensions of the writing process.You are also welcome to join the social hour before the meeting from noon–1:00 p.m., when members can bring a packed lunch and enjoy the fellowship of the group.

Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States

Library Closed July 4

The library will be closed Saturday, July 4th in observance of the holiday we will reopen at 10:00am, Monday, July 6.

Family Story Time

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 c......More

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

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 ......More

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

Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States

Mahjong

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 possi......More

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! 

Family Crafts Studio

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 o......More

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!  

Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States

Family Story Time

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 c......More

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.

Where are you growing? Vision Board Workshop

Join us at the Aries New Moon for a relaxed, hands-on workshop to create your own vision board—a simple, visual way of gathering images, symbols, and words that reflect what you want to grow in your life. We’ll start by exploring a few astrological archetypes and what t......More

Join us at the Aries New Moon for a relaxed, hands-on workshop to create your own vision board—a simple, visual way of gathering images, symbols, and words that reflect what you want to grow in your life. We’ll start by exploring a few astrological archetypes and what they can offer as points of reflection. Then, through intuitive drawing and easy, unstructured mark-making, you’ll begin to shape a personal map of your intentions for the year ahead. No art experience needed—just come as you are. Registration is required. This is a space to slow down, listen inward, and give form to what’s taking root. We’ll gather again on July 14 from 1–3 PM to reflect, share, and notice what’s shifted.

Teen Art Club

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 ......More

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

Smart Room, 120 W Main St, Ligonier, PA, 15658, United States

The American Revolution: "The Double Sevens" (1777) Princeton to Valley Forge

In the war for our nation’s independence, all of the years were significant in various ways. One year, 1777, stands out as exceptionally pivotal with its high and low points that would shape the remainder of the war for independence. This presentation will examine how t......More

In the war for our nation’s independence, all of the years were significant in various ways. One year, 1777, stands out as exceptionally pivotal with its high and low points that would shape the remainder of the war for independence. This presentation will examine how the year begins with the Battle of Princeton as the Americans expand on Washington’s famous Christmas cross of the Delaware River. Other major events discussed will range from the British campaign to take Philadelphia leading to the winter encampment at Valley Forge and the American siege and weighty victory at Saratoga. Interesting and consequential roles of individuals such as George Washington and Arthur St. Clair as well as various accounts will be discussed as we explore “The Double Sevens.” About the Speaker:  Michael Giorgianni is a lifelong resident with a deep passion for American history, particularly the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. He has taught middle school social studies in the Hempfield Area School District for over 27 years, inspiring generations of students with his enthusiasm for the past. He frequently provides presentations in the Pittsburgh area to others with a passion for history. Michael is especially drawn to the Gettysburg campaign and the contributions of western Pennsylvanians during the Revolutionary and Civil Wars and is excited to share his research and meet fellow history enthusiasts. He has also seen his research extend beyond presentations with several articles published onto the website Emerging Civil War. Michael has a Bachelors in Secondary Education (Social Studies) from Clarion University and a Masters in Education (Curriculum and Instruction) from the University of Pittsburgh.

Virtual Author Talk With Karin Slaughter

Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide. Tuesday, July 14th at 7......More

Join us for a thrilling evening with acclaimed author Karin Slaughter as we chat about her North Falls series, consisting of We Are All Guilty Here, in which two teenage girls vanish in rural Georgia, and her upcoming sequel, The Secrets We Hide. Tuesday, July 14th at 7 PM ET via digital live-stream or on demand after the event. Register and ask questions of the author here: https://libraryc.org/ligonierlibrary/176750

Mahjong

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 possi......More

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!