Upcoming Events

Come and kibitz over library provided coffee.

Find Strength.  Build Community.

Recovery is not meant to be a solo journey.  At Second Chance Connections, we believe that sharing our stories and exploring literature together creates a bond that strengthens our resolve.

All guardians are welcome! 

Come have a play date with other parents and littles in your community. 

No reservations needed

Join us Saturdays 11 am - 1 pm

April 11 & 25

May 9 & 23

Knit! Embroider! Crochet! Cross-stitch!

Everyone is welcome at our Common Threads group! Bring your project and feel free to bring a snack or drink to share if you'd like. 

You had me at woof!

2nd Saturday - Monaca Public Library

For readers Pre-K to 5th Grade
Children practice reading aloud to a pet therapy dog

The program introduces guests to alpacas, fiber animals, and farm life through storytelling, visuals, and discussion tailored to your audience.

Topics may include:

Mahjong Monday. Every Monday beginning Jan. 26th 10:00-12:00pm. All experience levels. No Registration required.

Whether you're a crochet queen, a crochet newbie or crochet never, we have space for you!  We hope to cultivate an all around fun experience to learn, to teach, to share and to grow with each other.

Treat yourself to some guilt-free "self-indulgence" in the company of friends!

Bring your current read and join Miss Megan for a book club held in companionably silence on the second Monday of each month.

Our district social worker, Michael Moore, will be available to answer your questions & provide support when you need it most; housing information, career readiness, food and SNAP benefits, health care assistance, immigration services, and mor

Help your child to become kindergarten ready through circle time and preschool skill stations, with Miss Carla!
Children up to age 6, with an adult
No registration required

Stories, activity and learning stations--come join the early childhood literacy program!

For the little ones!  Let's read, let's play, let's imagine!  Designed to be an interactive social time with you and your little one, we'll have fun together!   

Beaver Library’s kindergarten readiness program. Geared for children entering Kindergarten in Fall of 2026.

Our Tech2Elevate helpers are on hand to meet your technology needs from Noon-4 pm every Tuesday. No need for an appointment, but please call ahead before you stop in case the team is not available or overly busy.

Programs & activities to support the library. Every 2nd Tuesday.

Do you like to knit or crochet? Would you like to hang out and work on projects with other crafters? Every Tuesday @ 1:00 pm
at the New Brighton Public Library Call for details. 724-846-7991

Beaver Library’s kindergarten readiness program. Geared for children entering Kindergarten in Fall of 2026.

Bring your current needlecrafting project and work with everyone in a friendly environment! Our group will even teach you a skill! All ages and skill levels are welcome.