Western Allegheny Community Library

06/11/2026

Two new items for our "Library of Things" this month - these ones are perfect for keeping the learning and FUN going this summer!

LeapFrog LeapMove Active Learning Video Game System
Paw Patrol to the Rescue! Learning Video Game

Check out all our "Library of Things" items in the link below and call the library to reserve anything you're interested in!

https://www.westernalleghenylibrary.org/books-more/

06/09/2026

Please join us as we welcome Bow Tie Boone this Wednesday at 1 PM while his human, Tanya Diable, reads their very own book! All ages are welcome (that means grown ups, too)!

06/08/2026

ICYMI...many thanks to Pittsburgh Today Live for stopping by our library!

Your local library is easier than hitting up your local Apple Store. Daisy Jade visits the Western Allegheny Community Library for a look at gadgets you can, literally, check out!

06/04/2026

Just added these runaway bestsellers to our Kindles! Call the library to reserve a Kindle for checkout. It comes preloaded with these and many, many more bestselling titles!

https://www.westernalleghenylibrary.org/file_download/inline/fa4103f1-91d9-4f7b-a29f-cb81d4bb6754

06/01/2026

Anything look familiar from our Lost & Found? Make sure to pick up by June 10!

06/01/2026

Have you checked out an EXPERIENCE? Thanks to partnerships with Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, and Heinz History Center Affiliates, we are lending special experience passes for free admission to local attractions and museums. Check out our lineup—some are returning, and some are new for 2026!

Heinz History Center (includes Fort Pitt Museum & Meadowcroft Rock Shelter)
Mattress Factory Museum
Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
Beaver Area Heritage Museum, Fort McIntosh & 1802 Log House
Bradford House & Whiskey Rebellion Visitor Center
Gibson House a.k.a. Mark Twain Manor
Historic Fort Steuben
Lincoln Highway Experience
McKeesport Regional History & Heritage Center

Please Note: Experience passes are available on a first come, first served basis and check out for ONE week, NO renewals. Call the library or check the online catalog for availability and enjoy your adventures in the library—and beyond!

https://www.westernalleghenylibrary.org/books-more/

05/29/2026

Register now and get ready for our Summer Reading Challenge! You can track your reading and fun summer activities for a chance to win prizes, June 1 - August 1. Remember - it's for readers of ALL ages, not just kids!

05/28/2026

Just in case you were wondering! Please reach out to Ollie or Miss Susan with any questions!

05/26/2026

The library will be CLOSED Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day. Regular hours resume Tuesday, May 26 at 9:00 a.m.

05/22/2026

Did you know summer reading is for all ages? - yes, adults too! You can preregister now on the Beanstack tracker app for your season of reading and summer-themed activities, for a chance to win great prizes. The challenge begins June 1.

https://www.westernalleghenylibrary.org/books-more/beanstack-reading-challenge.html