Read Across America Dr. Seuss Day Storytime – 3/2/21

Today is National Read Across America Day! Every year on Dr. Seuss’ birthday (March 2) we celebrate reading, and encourage children to read whatever they can, wherever they are! National Read Across America Day was first celebrated in 1998, so this year we are celebrating the 23rd anniversary of that first event with a virtual Dr. Seuss storytime!

Easter Egg Decorating – 4/1/20

Although we can’t decorate Easter Eggs together at the library, there are plenty of ways you can decorate them online at home! Check out some of these fun and easy decorating techniques!

Virtual Vacation Day: New York Vacation – 3/30/21

Did you know March 30 is National Virtual Vacation Day? It’s been a while since we’ve been able to take real vacations, so join us for this fun virtual visit to New York City!

St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold Scavenger Hunt – 3/17/21

To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year, we’re going on a virtual treasure hunt with our St. Patrick’s Day Pot of Gold Scavenger Hunt!

“Homey” New Year – 12/31/20

Many of us will be celebrating the end of 2020 and the beginning of 2021 at home this year. We have made 10 “Homey” New Year kit bags available at the library starting Monday, Dec. 28 and are up for grabs while supplies last. If you were unable to snag a kit, you can still check out some of the great information and craft ideas available here on our website!

Literary Presidential Election 2020

The time has come for you to vote for YOUR Literary President at the Castle Shannon Library!

Princess & Superhero Party – 6/30/2020

Though we are unable to have this super fun party together in person, superheroes and princesses are adaptable! Put on your best dress or costume and join us for these fun activities!

Tween Time: Paper Games with ACLA

We are so excited to be sharing Castle Shannon programs countywide through the Allegheny County Library Association to support their Summer Reading initiative! This week in Tween Time we will be learning how to make and play paper games!

Imagine Your Story: Summer Reading Kickoff 6/16/20

Summer reading is finally here! It feels like we have been planning for months and months for all the fun! Even though we’re 100% online this year there are plenty of ways to bring the fun home. Please enjoy these printable activities, and don’t forget to check the Make-and-Take box on the wall in the back parking lot near the book cart for more activities.

Tween Time with ACLA: Goose Chase Scavenger Hunt

We are so excited to be sharing Castle Shannon programs countywide through the Allegheny County Library Association to support their Summer Reading initiative! This week in Tween Time we will be sleuthing through our homes, neighborhoods, & towns to complete a scavenger hunt on Goose Chase!