Here are some upcoming programs at Penn Hills Library

The Penn Hills Library, 1037 Stotler Road, offers a variety of programs for all ages.

For a complete list of offerings, visit pennhillslibrary.org.

Registration is required for the following programs unless otherwise indicated; however, the following teen programs do not require registration. To register for any of the programs, visit the website and click on the events tab to view an interactive calendar.

Here are some upcoming highlights:

CHILDREN

• Prada the Therapy Dog (all ages): 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. March 15. Prada, an American Staffordshire terrier, is an American Kennel Club-licensed therapy dog who loves snuggles and listening to stories. No registration is required.

• Music and Movement (ages 1-4): Meets every Wednesday with three time slots available — 10:30 to 11 a.m., 11:30 to noon and 5:30 to 6 p.m. Come to the library to sing, move, dance and make music together. No registration is required.

• Toddler Dance Party (birth to age 5): 10:30 to 11 a.m. March 17. Join us as we use props to groove to the beat with our whole body. Toddlers will develop body and spatial awareness that supports early literacy. Designed for children ages 2 to 3 and their caregivers, but all are welcome. No registration is required.

• Science Up Close (ages 6-11): 5 to 5:45 p.m. March 20. Discover the world of “micro” while you use handheld microscopes to see the world up close. We will focus on asking questions, making observations, drawing and more. Designed for ages 6-11, but all are welcome. Registration is required.

• Slime Science: Jelly Slime (ages 6-11): 1 to 1:45 p.m. March 21. Experiment with mixing specific ingredients to make slimes with unique properties and learn why it happens. During this session, we will make a glossy slime. Registration is required.

• Children’s Cinema … “PAW Patrol: The Movie”: 1 p.m. March 22. Join us for a children’s movie watch party, snack and craft. This month, we will feature 2021’s “PAW Patrol: The Movie,” rated PG. Registration is required.

TEENS (grades 6-12)

The library offers a variety of books in its Teen Space about college preparation, essay writing, SAT and ACT preparation, and school subjects that can be checked out at any time. Teens also have free access to tutoring help at tutor.com using their library card; instructors are available on a wide variety of school subjects. Teens also have access to language learning resources such as Duolingo and Mango with ther library card. For details, stop by the Teen Space.

• Craft and Chat: 4 to 5 p.m. March 14. Join a volunteer from Pittsburgh Black Pride in making a craft and chatting about what’s going on in your life.

• Cherry Blossom Book Nooks: 3:30 to 5 p.m. March 19. Create one-of-a-kind cherry blossom-themed book nooks.

• Explore the Maker Space: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. March 21. Join us twice a month to play around with our button maker, Cricut machine and more.

• Spell It!: Racing Relay: 3:30 to 5 p.m. March 26. Bring your running shoes, and join us outside for our musical chairs-inspired relay game.

ADULTS

• August Wilson: Greater Pittsburgher and Playwright: 6 to 7 p.m. March 13. Join us for a survey of the life and plays of Pittsburgher August Wilson by theater critic, teacher and Wilson’s friend, Chris Rawson. Registration is required.

• Accessible Crafts: Clover Bookmarks: 1 to 2 p.m. March 17. This craft program held twice a month is for patrons of all abilities. This session, we will be making clover bookmarks. No registration is required.

• Rock Talks: Great Music Inspired by Great Literature: 6 to 7 p.m. March 24. Come see and hear how extraordinary works of literature have inspired some extraordinary songs. Registration is required.

• Penn Hills Peace Coalition: 6 to 7 p.m. April 1. Join the Penn Hills Peace Coalition in discussing methods to support violence prevention in Penn Hills. No registration is required.

ALL AGES

•Community Fridge Restock:5 to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 11 a.m. to noon Fridays. The fridge and freezer are stocked with fresh vegetables, meal kits, milk and dairy products, juice and more. The pantry shelves include canned goods, snacks and breakfast items, as well as menstrual products and diapers.

• Diapers and Books Giveaway: 4 to 6 p.m. March 19. Free diapers and menstrual products will be distributed during the library’s Community Fridge restock. Visit them in the cafe to learn more and get some products to take home.

• Live @ the Library: Music Cafe: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 29. Join us for a fun-filled day featuring an Instrument Petting Zoo by UniSound, a special musical performance by Louie Castle, an eco-friendly craft and a hot cocoa bar in the cafe. No registration is required.

• Puzzle Exchange: 10 to 11 a.m. April 5. Bring in an old puzzle and find a new one at our puzzle exchange.