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Good Grief: How to Heal the Hurt with Eileen Colianni

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

Everyone’s life is permeated by inevitable losses – death, illness, divorce, broken relationships, moving ,  among others.The healthy response to such losses is grieving . Whe...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health and Wellness
Program Description::

Everyone’s life is permeated by inevitable losses – death, illness, divorce, broken relationships, moving ,  among others.

Chess pieces and board

Adult Chess Club

Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

No experience necessary!  Learn chess and have fun.  Club meets every other Saturday.  

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: White Oak Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

No experience necessary!  Learn chess and have fun.  Club meets every other Saturday.  

Play Mahjong

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

Join us at the library to learn how to play American Mahjong. If you already know how to play, all the better! We will begin on Monday, Feb. 10 and play on alternate Mondays from 1...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

Join us at the library to learn how to play American Mahjong. If you already know how to play, all the better! We will begin on Monday, Feb. 10 and play on alternate Mondays from 10:30-1:30pm.

a picture of A.E. Kayser and her book Out of the Ashes

Behind the Book: A Workshop with A.E. Kayser

Thursday, September 11, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Lecture

Age Group:

Adults, Teens

Program Description::

Join us at the library as local author A.E. Kayser kicks off our Fall Into Writing series with a workshop for readers, writers, and future writers.  Giving a behind the scenes...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us at the library as local author A.E. Kayser kicks off our Fall Into Writing series with a workshop for readers, writers, and future writers.

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The Fred Favo Memorial Touch a Truck

Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Children, Babies (Birth to 2), Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11), All Ages

Program Description::

Over 25 types of trucks and vehicles will be lined up on the Boulevard between Pennsylvania Ave and Washington Ave. This event will also include children’s activities, bounce house...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (Birth to 2), Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

Over 25 types of trucks and vehicles will be lined up on the Boulevard between Pennsylvania Ave and Washington Ave. This event will also include children’s activities, bounce house, music, food trucks, 50/50 and more!

Teen Town Hall Meeting Flyer

Oakmont Carnegie Library Teen Town Hall

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Teens

Program Description::

Hey teens! Big things are happening at the Oakmont Carnegie Library — and we want your ideas. We're planning updates to our building, and this is your chance to help shape the futu...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Program Description::

Hey teens! Big things are happening at the Oakmont Carnegie Library — and we want your ideas. We're planning updates to our building, and this is your chance to help shape the future of your space.

Help Shape the Future of Your Library Flyer

You're Invited: Library Town Hall Meeting

Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

All Ages

Program Description::

The Oakmont Carnegie Library is planning for the future — and we want your input! Join us for a Community Town Hall Meeting with GBBN Architects to share your thoughts on how the l...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Program Description::

The Oakmont Carnegie Library is planning for the future — and we want your input! Join us for a Community Town Hall Meeting with GBBN Architects to share your thoughts on how the library can best serve Oakmont and Verona in the years ahead.

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Nature Walks with PA Master Naturalist Scott Hill, Part 2: "Cycles that Sustain"

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

All Ages

Program Description::

Join us in Dark Hollow Woods for a hike themed "“Cycles that Sustain"—Healthy woods and wildlife depend on two kinds of cycles: annual and resource. What’s going around, and coming...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us in Dark Hollow Woods for a hike themed "“Cycles that Sustain"—Healthy woods and wildlife depend on two kinds of cycles: annual and resource. What’s going around, and coming around, at Dark Hollow Woods?

Chess pieces and board

Adult Chess Club

Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
White Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

No experience necessary!  Learn chess and have fun.  Club meets every other Saturday.  

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: White Oak Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

No experience necessary!  Learn chess and have fun.  Club meets every other Saturday.  

Play Mahjong

Monday, September 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

Join us at the library to learn how to play American Mahjong. If you already know how to play, all the better! We will begin on Monday, Feb. 10 and play on alternate Mondays from 1...

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

Join us at the library to learn how to play American Mahjong. If you already know how to play, all the better! We will begin on Monday, Feb. 10 and play on alternate Mondays from 10:30-1:30pm.

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PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

The Fred Favo Memorial Touch a Truck

10:00am–2:00pm
Children, Babies (Birth to 2), Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11), All Ages
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (Birth to 2), Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

Over 25 types of trucks and vehicles will be lined up on the Boulevard between Pennsylvania Ave and Washington Ave. This event will also include children’s activities, bounce house, music, food trucks, 50/50 and more!

Felt Like Sewing: Stitch Support

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description::

Join us in the Makerspace each month, where we’ll provide a different felt sewing project you can make using our stuff! Materials will be available any time the Makerspace is OPEN. 

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Paint Pals!

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us for Paint Pals! Each month we'll gather to flex our creative muscles and paint something cool using acrylic paint markers! Less mess, more fun! 

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Paint Pouring Workship with Auriaun Thomas

10:00am–12:00pm
Children, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description::

Get ready to mix, swirl, and pour! Join artist Auriaun Thomas for a hands-on workshop where you’ll explore the mesmerizing world of paint pouring. Create stunning, abstract art using vibrant colors and flowing techniques—no brushes required!

PreK Story Time: Fire Safety Week w/ The Oakmont Fire Department

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

It's fire safety week! The Oakmont Fire Department will be joining us for a special Fire Safety story time! 

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Paint Pals!

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us for Paint Pals! Each month we'll gather to flex our creative muscles and paint something cool using acrylic paint markers! Less mess, more fun! 

Felt Like Sewing: Stitch Support

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description::

Join us in the Makerspace each month, where we’ll provide a different felt sewing project you can make using our stuff! Materials will be available any time the Makerspace is OPEN. 

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

PreK Story Time: Trick or Treat!

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Wear your Halloween costumes for a special Trick-or-Treat storytime! 

Book Bites

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Program Description::

Sample spooky stories and sweet treats — at the same time! Join us for a Halloween-themed taste test where each candy is paired with a fun, slightly spooky book. Try them both, then vote for your favorite combo!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Felt Like Sewing: Stitch Support

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Children, School-Age (ages 6-11), Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Program Description::

Join us in the Makerspace each month, where we’ll provide a different felt sewing project you can make using our stuff! Materials will be available any time the Makerspace is OPEN. 

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

Paint Pals!

3:30pm–5:30pm
Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us for Paint Pals! Each month we'll gather to flex our creative muscles and paint something cool using acrylic paint markers! Less mess, more fun! 

Blanketfort Book Bonanza

10:00am–12:00pm
Children, Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5), School-Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: STEM
Registration Required
Program Description::

Come build a blanket fort in the library! This is a BYO-Blanket event, but we'll also provide fabric, chairs, tables, and clips to build cozy forts that double as reading nooks. Then choose a book, get comfy, and enjoy!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!

PreK Story Time

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Preschool (3-5)
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (3-5)
Program Type: Storytime
Program Description::

Join us for a fun story time with reading, singing, and fun! Recommended for children ages 3-5 but all are welcome!