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Nature Walks with PA Master Naturalist Scott Hill, Part 1: "Survival of the Friendliest"

Saturday, August 23, 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 "Survival of the Friendliest" —Sometimes, species succeed by being strong, fast, tall or fierce. We will look at how some species hav...

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 "Survival of the Friendliest" —Sometimes, species succeed by being strong, fast, tall or fierce. We will look at how some species have found that relationships can make the difference.

Chess pieces and board

Adult Chess Club

Saturday, August 23, 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, August 25, 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.

TriYoga with Cora

Flow & Go TriYoga

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Oak Room at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Health and Wellness

Age Group:

Adults

Program Description::

Join Cora at the library for this series of Flow & Go TriYoga!  All participants are required to sign a waiver prior to participation. Waivers are available at the front d...

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

Join Cora at the library for this series of Flow & Go TriYoga!  All participants are required to sign a waiver prior to participation. Waivers are available at the front desk.

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Lions Club Band Concert on the Lawn

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Garden Area at Oakmont Carnegie Library

Program Type:

Performance

Age Group:

All Ages

Program Description::

Come and enjoy some band music on a nice summer evening as the Lions 15-piece band entertains you. Please bring your own lawn chair.

Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Garden Area
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Program Description::

Come and enjoy some band music on a nice summer evening as the Lions 15-piece band entertains you. Please bring your own lawn chair.

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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!

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Felt Like Sewing: Pizza!!!

12:30pm–6:30pm
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. Need help? Come to Stitch Support!

 

Felt Like Sewing: Pizza!!!

10:00am–4:00pm
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. Need help? Come to Stitch Support!

 

Felt Like Sewing: Pizza!!!

10:00am–4:00pm
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. Need help? Come to Stitch Support!

 

Felt Like Sewing: Pizza!!!

12:30pm–6:30pm
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. Need help? Come to Stitch Support!

 

Felt Like Sewing: Pizza!!!

10:00am–4:00pm
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. Need help? Come to Stitch Support!

 

Crochet 101

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Program Description::

Always wanted to learn how to crochet but don't know where to start?

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more! 

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

6:00pm–7:45pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
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.

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. 

Oakmont Carnegie Library Teen Town Hall

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Registration Required
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.

(The Crafty Alpaca) From Pasture to Product: 21 Years of Alpaca Farming

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Teens, All Ages
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Lecture
Registration Required
Program Description::

Join us for an engaging and inspiring presentation as we explore the 21-year journey of transforming a humble alpaca farm into a thriving fiber-focused operation.

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more! 

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!

The History of Modern Magic with Stephanie Zimble

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Lecture
Program Description::

Crystals, candles, chants – where do different magical traditions come from, and how did they come together? In this brief, general overview of modern magic in the United States, you’ll learn how British traditions influenced American pagan p

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much 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. 

Writer's Roundtable with Local Authors

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults, Teens
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Program Description::

Come down to the library for an engaging discussion about writing, mediated by librarian Stephanie Zimble, with some of our best local authors.  Thinking about writing a book?  Wondering how to get started?  Join a diverse group of

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more! 

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more! 

A Performance of Poetry and Songwriting with Folk Indie Bob!

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Performance
Program Description::

Join us at the library as Bob Augustine, aka Folk-Indie Bob, and his friends perform an evening of poetry and folk music!  

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. 

Holiday Cookie Swap

7:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens
Program Type: Other
Program Description::

Bring a dozen of your favorite cookies, brownies, or similar sweet – and the recipe – to swap and trade with other bakers!  Try different styles of treats for the holidays or any occasion.  We’ll be on hand to help with photocopying reci

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more! 

Oakmont Anime Club for Teens

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Oakmont Carnegie Library
Room: Oak Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie, Other
Program Description::

Are you a teen who loves anime, games, and eating snacks? Then join us for anime club! We watch anime, talk about anime, play games related to anime, eat snacks, and much more!