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Pine-Richland Battle of the Books Heat Press

Monday, January 26, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

This program is only offered to those participating in Eden Hall Upper Elementary's Battle of the Books. 

NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is only offered to those participating in Eden Hall Upper Elementary's Battle of the Books. 

NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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The Weekly Craft

All Day
Lobby at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Take-Home Kit:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our...

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our lobby and enjoyed at home.

Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Poke Ball with white background and text saying program name and information

Pokémon Club

Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Pokémon Club:

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Registration Required

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with others. (Trades must be approved by both parties' adults to avoid misunderstandings.)

Boards will be available if you want to learn how to play the card game, and we encourage new fans to come and learn. A craft or Pokémon-related project will be offered as well. This event is self-directed and open to children, teens, and their families. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Two cartoon characters holding supplies with a light blue background and description of program

The Weekly Craft

All Day
Lobby at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Take-Home Kit:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our...

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our lobby and enjoyed at home.

Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

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LEGO Robotics with Pittsburgh π-rates

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Civil and Social Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

Pittsburgh π-rates, SWPA Regional Champions 25-26 and Florida Sunshine Invitational Finalist 2025, are hosting a STEM workshop on LEGO Robotics and Coding at Northern Tier!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pittsburgh π-rates, SWPA Regional Champions 25-26 and Florida Sunshine Invitational Finalist 2025, are hosting a STEM workshop on LEGO Robotics and Coding at Northern Tier!

Two cartoon characters holding supplies with a light blue background and description of program

The Weekly Craft

All Day
Lobby at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Take-Home Kit:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our...

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

Kids (and adults!) of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft! Please call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in our lobby and enjoyed at home.

Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

When registering, only one name per family is needed and tell us how many kits you would like along with where you'd like to pick it up, either the Richland Center on Dickey Rd or the Pine Center in the Pine Community Center.

Polar bear laying on a snowy surface

Natureology: Polar Opposites

Tuesday, February 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Age Group:
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages

It's cold at either end of the Earth, but that doesn't bother the animals like polar bears and penguins that make these poles their homes. Come see what makes these and other cold-loving critters special at Natureology with Tony Palermo!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Information Literacy, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's cold at either end of the Earth, but that doesn't bother the animals like polar bears and penguins that make these poles their homes. Come see what makes these and other cold-loving critters special at Natureology with Tony Palermo!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Lunar New Year Craft Bundle: Year of the Horse

All Day
Lobby at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Holiday, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages

This New Year bundle has a variety of themed crafts to make at home and share with your family. This year is all about the horse! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Holiday, Information Literacy, Take-Home Kit
Registration Required
Event Details:

This New Year bundle has a variety of themed crafts to make at home and share with your family. This year is all about the horse! 

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Library Leaders

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Program Type:
Civil and Social Literacy, Special Programming
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens

Want to have a say in the future of our Pine Center? Join these monthly town hall meetings for student volunteers in grades 5 and up.

Registration is required.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Civil and Social Literacy, Special Programming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to have a say in the future of our Pine Center? Join these monthly town hall meetings for student volunteers in grades 5 and up.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

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Pine-Richland Battle of the Books Heat Press

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11)

This program is only offered to those participating in Eden Hall Upper Elementary's Battle of the Books. 

NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is only offered to those participating in Eden Hall Upper Elementary's Battle of the Books. 

NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Book cover with cartoon child holding a dachshund on a paper airplane flying over water with a blue sky

Local Author Storytime: Danielle Cochran

Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Richland Conference Room - Lower Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Basic Literacy, Storytime
Age Group:
Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11)

Local author Danielle Cochran will visit the Northern Tier Library to share her book There's a Dachshund in My House!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Richland Conference Room - Lower Level
Age Group: Preschool (Birth-5), Children (Ages 6-11)
Program Type: Basic Literacy, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local author Danielle Cochran will visit the Northern Tier Library to share her book There's a Dachshund in My House!

Pokémon Club

Monday, March 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Pokémon Club:

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Registration Required

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with others. (Trades must be approved by both parties' adults to avoid misunderstandings.)

Boards will be available if you want to learn how to play the card game, and we encourage new fans to come and learn. A craft or Pokémon-related project will be offered as well. This event is self-directed and open to children, teens, and their families. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Pokémon Club

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Pokémon Club:

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Registration Required

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with others. (Trades must be approved by both parties' adults to avoid misunderstandings.)

Boards will be available if you want to learn how to play the card game, and we encourage new fans to come and learn. A craft or Pokémon-related project will be offered as well. This event is self-directed and open to children, teens, and their families. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Pokémon Club

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Program Room - Main Level at Northern Tier Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Age Group:
Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Pokémon Club:

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with...

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northern Tier Regional Library
Room: Program Room - Main Level
Age Group: Children (Ages 6-11), Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Civil and Social Literacy, Games, Information Literacy
Registration Required

Join other Pokémon trainers at the library for an hour of Pokémon fun! We encourage you to bring your game cards or handheld games in order to play together, swap, or exchange with others. (Trades must be approved by both parties' adults to avoid misunderstandings.)

Boards will be available if you want to learn how to play the card game, and we encourage new fans to come and learn. A craft or Pokémon-related project will be offered as well. This event is self-directed and open to children, teens, and their families. Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins. 

Both Richland & Pine Libraries are Closed

All Day
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

The Richland and Pine Libraries are closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Description:

The Richland and Pine Libraries are closed for Memorial Day.

Both Richland & Pine Libraries are Closed

All Day
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

The Richland and Pine Libraries are closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Description:

The Richland and Pine Libraries are closed for Thanksgiving.

Both Richland & Pine Libraries are Closed

All Day 12/24 - 12/26
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center

The Richland and Pine Centers are closed for the holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Northern Tier Regional Library, Northern Tier Regional Library - Pine Center
Description:

The Richland and Pine Centers are closed for the holiday.