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MISSION STATEMENT: Northland Library enables, encourages and empowers lifelong learning and discovery. NORTHLAND NEWS SEPTEMBER 2015 Jeff the Geode Guy opening up a geode for a Northland patron. Parcipants of the Indian cooking class make Ro, a whole wheat flatbread. The whole family came out to Northland for Bat Man Day! NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 300 Cumberland Road Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237 412-366-8100 HOURS: Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. I Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. l Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. l Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays, Memorial Day - Labor Day OFFSITE MATERIALS RETURN: Ross Township Community Center l Marshall Township Municipal Building l Baierl Family YMCA 24 hour accessibility BOOKMOBILE HOURS: Fridays, 3:30 pm. to 4:30 p.m., Marshall Elementary School, Marshall Township At Your Library FALL BOOK SALE • Friday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Sunday, Oct. 4, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. ($5 Bag Sale…Northland provides the bag!) Sale is located on the lower level of the library. Feature Focus It’s me to close the door to summer and welcome fall with open arms! Fall brings football, shorter days, cooler temperatures and of course, Northland’s Fall Book Sale, October 2-4. Everyone loves a bargain, but our book sale is so much more. Ours is not your ordinary sale event. Northland’s book sales offer quality donaons, unique in subject maer and in excellent condion. We’re fortunate to combine this feature with the outstanding support of a host of dedicated volunteers. We hope you’ll find a tle, author or publicaon that you’ve longed to read or just come to browse while meeng friends and neighbors who like you may be new or repeat shoppers. Volunteers select from an assortment of days, shiſts and tasks to fit every schedule and personality. Visit the Northland website and review the book sale volunteer applicaon for complete details. Please mark your calendars so this sale won’t pass you by. Patron Feedback: “My family and I were so pleased at the selection of Allied Aircraft of World War II that was made in memory of my husband as part of the Memorial Book Giving Program at Northland Library. Airplanes and my husband were a perfect fit! I was so grateful at the care your staff takes in selecting the books and it meant so much to me and the family. We enjoyed many years together at Northland Library and we will continue to visit.” – Mary Lou O’Keefe - Library closings & operating hours change: Closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7 Winter Hours begin after Labor Day

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MISSION STATEMENT: Northland Library enables, encourages and empowers l i felong learning and discovery.

NORTHLAND NEWS SEPTEMBER 2015

Jeff the Geode Guy opening up a geode for a Northland patron.

Participants of the Indian cooking class make Roti, a whole wheat flatbread.

The whole family came out to Northland for Bat Man Day!

NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 300 Cumberland Road Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237 412-366-8100

HOURS: Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. I Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. l Fr iday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. l Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays, Memorial Day - Labor Day

OFFSITE MATERIALS RETURN: Ross Township Community Center l Marshall Township Municipal Building l Baierl Family YMCA 24 hour accessibility

BOOKMOBILE HOURS: Fridays, 3:30 pm. to 4:30 p.m., Marshall Elementary School, Marshall Township

At Your Library

FALL BOOK SALE • Friday, Oct. 2, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. • Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.• Sunday, Oct. 4, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. ($5 Bag Sale…Northland provides the bag!)Sale is located on the lower level of the library.

Feature Focus It’s time to close the door to summer

and welcome fall with open arms! Fall brings football, shorter days,

cooler temperatures and of course, Northland’s Fall Book Sale, October 2-4. Everyone loves a bargain, but our book sale is so much more. Ours is not your ordinary sale event.

Northland’s book sales offer quality donations, unique in subject matter and in excellent condition. We’re fortunate to combine this feature with the outstanding support of a host of dedicated volunteers. We hope you’ll find a title, author or publication that you’ve longed to read or just come to browse while meeting friends and neighbors who like you may be new or repeat shoppers.

Volunteers select from an assortment of days, shifts and tasks to fit every schedule and personality. Visit the Northland website and review the book sale volunteer application for complete details.

Please mark your calendars so this sale won’t pass you by.

Patron Feedback:“My family and I were so pleased at the selection of Allied Aircraft of World War II that was made in memory of my husband as part of the Memorial Book Giving Program at Northland Library. Airplanes and my husband were a perfect fit! I was so grateful at the care your staff takes in selecting the books and it meant so much to me and the family. We enjoyed many years together at Northland Library and we will continue to visit.” – Mary Lou O’Keefe

- Library closings & operating hours change: Closed on Labor Day, Monday, September 7 Winter Hours begin after Labor Day

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Registration is required for these free adult programs except where noted. You may register in person at the adult reference desk, by calling 412-366-8100, extension 113 or online.

Featured Adult Programs & Events

Featured Adult Programming & Events Registration is required for adult programs as noted. You may register online, in person at the adult reference desk or by calling 412-366-8100, extension 113.

WISE WALKS RESUMEGet ready for another 10-week Wise Walk

program beginning Tuesday, September 1 at 9:30 a.m. Participants will meet with Wise Walk leader, Mary Jean Voigt, at the library to receive information and handouts, then will go to North Park to walk for 30 to 45 minutes.

For the remaining nine weeks, the group will meet each Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at Pie Traynor Field in North Park to walk together and enjoy the fall weather. Water and snacks will be provided. Please register.

RITE-AID FLU SHOT CLINIC On Friday, September 4, 2015 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Northland will host a flu shot clinic that Rite-Aid will be running. Participants should bring their health insurance cards and be prepared to fill out the necessary paper work. Medicare, Highmark, Security Blue, UPMC Health Plan, Cigna, Gateway, United Healthcare, Health America, TriCare and Aetna will be accepted. For non-insured patients, the cash price of the vaccine is $31.99. Cash and check will be accepted. Please bring insurance cards and vaccination records if you have them to the clinic. For questions, contact Rite-Aid at 412-487-8767.

TURKISH COOKING CLASS Have you ever tried Turkish cuisine? In either case, you should join us to learn more about the cuisine of this interesting culture on Thursday, September 10 at 7 p.m. Gonca Teker will demonstrate the preparation of a tasty vegetable and bulgur salad called Kisir. This salad makes a great side dish with barbecued meat or chicken. Taste samples of the salad and learn what wine or other beverage pairs well with this dish. Please register.

TAI CHI CLASSES RESUME Northland Library is pleased to sponsor another ten-week series of Tai Chi classes, to be held at the

Activity Center at Blueberry Hill Park in Franklin Park Borough on Monday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon beginning on Monday, September 14 through Monday, November 16. Vincenza Furst, certified Tai Chi instructor, will lead this popular series. Please register so we know to expect you!Tai Chi is a centuries-old Chinese practice designed to exercise the mind and body through a series of gentle, flowing postures. Tai Chi can improve strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. It may also improve heart function and decrease blood pressure. Whether you are a beginner to Tai Chi or have practiced the art before, you are welcome to join the group for some beneficial exercise.

BASEBALL CARDS IN THE ATTIC: AND OTHER SPORTS COLLECTIONS YOU FORGOT ABOUT

On Saturday, September 19 from 10:30 a.m. to noon, bring your sports collectibles to the Ross Township Municipal Building and get an informal appraisal from Michael Osacky, nationally recognized vintage sports card and sports memorabilia appraiser.

Northland Library is pleased to welcome Mr. Osacky, who appears on TV and travels the country to help people evaluate their sports collections. Mr.Osacky will give a presentation on sports collecting with tips on how to find and recognize that great article you’ve wanted for your collection. After his presentation, he will provide each person with a free verbal appraisal on each item. He deals in nothing produced after the mid-1970’s. Please register.

SHINING A LIGHT ON SOLAR ENERGY IN THE NORTH HILLS

Solar energy is the fastest growing energy source in the world. While the Pittsburgh region has many cloudy days, we receive much more sun than Germany - the leading solar energy nation! There are already more than 7,000 solar installations in Pennsylvania. Many people choose solar energy for the environmental benefits and others choose it to save thousands of dollars over the lifetime of the system.

Ross Township is partnering with non-profit SmartPower as part of the Solarize Allegheny project, funded by the Heinz Endowment to expand the use of solar energy in Allegheny County. Sharon Pillar, vice-president of SmartPower and project director for Solarize Allegheny will describe the benefits of solar energy and help you decide if your home or business is good for solar. Join us on Monday, September 21 at 7 p.m. Registration is required.

BEYOND THE BASICS: OPEN IPAD FORUMIn this free, advanced session held on Thursday, September 24 at 6:30 p.m., participants will have the opportunity to share their favorite iPad apps and features and learn about new apps and features that others find useful or fun. Bring your own device. (Knowing your Apple ID and password is preferred, but not required.) Please register for this class in person at the Computer Center Help Desk or by calling 412-366-8100 X131.

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Ongoing Adult Programs Registration is not required for these free programs and activities.

Film SeriesFOREIGN FILM: Wild Tales (Comedy from Argentina)

Wednesday, September 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Six wild tales are woven together in this film that shows people in various challenging circumstances and demonstrates how things that begin simply can quickly

get out of hand and enter into the realm of the absurd. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

TRAVEL FILM: Eastern CanadaWednesday, September 16 at 2 p.m.

We will travel to three eastern provinces of Canada – Quebec, Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. There will be old world charm

and beautiful natural scenery. Refreshments will be served. No registration is required.

Book Discussions

TUESDAY NIGHT BOOK GROUPOn September 1 at 7 p.m., we will discuss Blood Will Out: The True Story of a Murder,

and a Mystery and a Masquerade by Walter Kirn. In 1998, Kirn set out on a fateful errand: to personally deliver a crippled hunting dog from his home in Montana to the New York apartment of Clark Rockefeller, who had adopted the dog over the Internet. In October we will discuss Savage Harvest: A Tale of Cannibals, Colonialism, and Michael Rockefeller’s Tragic Quest by Carl Hoffman.

READINGS IN ALTERNATIVE EVERYTHINGInterested in mysteries of the mind, holistic healing, mind/body/spirit connections and other alternative ways of looking at ourselves and our world? Join us on Tuesday, September 8 at 7 p.m. to continue the study of One Soul, Many Lives by Roy Stemman.

SECOND FRIDAY BOOK GROUPOur book for discussion in September will be The Vacationers by Emma Straub. You are invited to bring a salad or lunch dish to share at our annual salad luncheon meeting on Friday, September 11. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. and the discussion begins at noon. October’s discussion will be The Children Act by Ian McEwan.

MYSTERY LOVERS BOOK GROUPThe mystery book for September is That Day

the Rabbi Left Town by Harry Kemelman. Join the group discussion on Thursday, September 17 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Small has resigned after serving his congregation for 25 years and accepted a college teaching position. When an elderly professor disappears and is later found dead of an apparent heart attack, Rabbi Small believes it might be a case of murder. October’s book is RESOLVE by local author, J. J. Hensley. SERIOUS READERS BOOK GROUP

If you are someone who enjoys reading and discussing books of historical significance that have influenced and shaped the economic, political and cultural development of the United States you should join this discussion group. The meeting will take place on Saturday, September 26 at 11 a.m.

Ongoing Activities STORY SWAP

StorySwap, Pittsburgh’s guild for local adult storytellers will meet on Monday, September 14 at 7 p.m. This is an open forum to swap stories, practice the ones you may have or just sit back and listen.

WRITERS AT WORKIf your interest lies in writing as a hobby or a

career, join this group to share helpful writing techniques and ideas for creative writing, from basics to steps toward publication. Whether you’re a novice or published writer, you’ll gain valuable insights from members of this group. No registration is necessary. For more information, please call Hana Caye at 412-364-0877. The group focuses on assignment-based writing projects and offers critiques during this writing workshop on Monday, September 14, at 6:30 p.m.

NORTHLAND KNITTERSGot a knack for knitting? Come and work on

your project, share tips and patterns with knit and crochet enthusiasts of all skill levels. The afternoon circle will meet on Friday, September 18 at 1 p.m. The evening circle will meet on Tuesday, September 22 at 7 p.m.

CONVERSATION SALONSCome and meet some new friends and

neighbors as we engage in informal chats on current events and popular culture. You pick the topic- nothing is out-of-bounds! No reservation is required to participate in these relaxed forums. In August, our conversation salons will be on Friday, September 11 at 2 p.m. The Wednesday conversation will meet on September 23 at 1 p.m.

NORTH HILLS GENEALOGISTSAll are welcome on Tuesday, September

15 at 7 p.m. Dr. Peter Gilmore from Carlow University will discuss Irish Presbyterians in western Pennsylvania. For more information about the North Hills Genealogists, go to www.northhillsgenealogists.org.

LA LECHE LEAGUELa Leche League’s mission is to help mothers

worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to-mother support, encouragement, information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding. Join the group on September 25 from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. For more information, please contact, Sandy Connors-Rowe by phone at 412-732-2693 or by email at [email protected].

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Featured Children’s/YoungAdult Programs & Events

Registration is required for these free programs except where noted. You may register online, in person at the children’s/young adult reference desk or by calling 412-366-8100, extension 123.

Featured Children’s/Young Adult Programs & Events Registration is required for children’s/young adult programs as noted. You may register online, in person at the children’s/young adult reference desk or by calling 412-366-8100, extension 123.

EVENING BABY & TODDLER TIMESeptember 2,9,16, & 23 (Wednesdays) at 6:30 p.m.

Babies and toddlers (6 months – 35 months) are invited to bring a grown-up for a half-hour of songs, nursery rhymes and library fun, designed to nurture pre reading skills. Registration is required.

STORYTIME FOR 3’S AND 4’S September 2, 9, 16 & 23 (Wednesdays) at 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

This programs offers stories, songs, dancing and library fun for children who are three and four years old. No registration required.

THE PILLOWCASE PROJECT Saturday, September 5 from 2-3 p.m. Be prepared! Katie Otto from the Red Cross will empower kids in third, fourth and fifth grades to be prepared for emergencies big or small. Craft supplies and workbook will be provided at no charge. Registration is required to attend this program.

Stories, songs & library fun for children 3 years and 4 years old.

Storytime for 3’s & 4’s

babies &toddlers

FAMILY FUN NIGHT Tuesday, September 8 from 7-8 p.m. Come enjoy an hour of family STEM fun. Families with children in first through fifth grade may participate in science, technology, engineering or math activities created especially for the evening. Please register only the children participating in the program and not all family members. Thanks.

Constitution Week: Drawing and Coloring Contest

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Constitution Week: Drawing and Coloring Contest

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“WE THE PEOPLE” Constitution Week Coloring and Drawing ContestEntries Due: Thursday, September 10 All entries will be on display from September 17-23.This contest is sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Children in kindergarten through second grade will be coloring a graphic depiction of The Constitution of the United States and children in third and fourth grade will be coloring a graphic depiction of The First Flag of the United States. Students in grades five and six will be competing in a drawing contest. Each age category will receive a first, second and third place prize. Please stop by the children’s department to pick up contest entry forms, information on the rules and details on the prizes or visit www.northlandlibrary.org/childrens-programs/ for more information.

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NEW!

MAKER MONDAYS FOR TEENSJoin us for a different maker experience each week from September until the end of May at 3 p.m. in the Library’s meeting room. We will explore all types of hands on activities each week from crafts to cooking to science to engineering. This program is available to all students in sixth through twelfth grades. No registration is required. Please join us when you can!September 14 - Make a “Zine” create a mini magazine on the topic of your choice.September 21 - Legos! Help create some new Lego structure for the Young Adult Room.September 28 - Create your own unique puzzle.

TECH TUESDAYS FOR TEENSThe first Tuesday of each month we will be in the Library’s Board Room from 3-4 p.m. for an hour of tech. We will have access to the Library’s computer lab and iPads. Create something special for the library or work on a school project. It’s up to you! This program is open to all students in sixth through twelfth grades. No registration is required, but access to all of the technology may be limited. In September, we will meet on Tuesday, September 1.

Two new after school programs for students in grades 6 through 12 - Maker Mondays and Tech Tuesdays! These casual, drop-in, no registraion required activities will run September through May. Watch the Teen page

at www.northlandlibrary.org for current info.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUPInterested in getting more involved with Teen Activities at Northland? Join the Teen Advisory Group on Wednesday, September 2 from 3-4 p.m. in the Board Room to discuss and plan upcoming teen activities and events. If you need community service hours, this is an easy way to get them! No registration is required.

TEEN THURSDAYSTeen Thursdays is an after school program for teens in grades six through twelve. A variety of activities are enjoyed by attendees every Thursday of the month at 3 p.m. No registration is required.September 10 - Something Special! It’s a secret. You’ll find out when you get here.September 17 - Bubble Day. If it’s nice outside we will be making giant bubbles.September 24 - Watch a movie and eat some popcorn.

JUNIOR BOARD MEMBER POSITION Northland is looking for a 2015-2016 High School or Home-Schooled Junior or Senior who resides in the Borough of Bradford Woods, Franklin Park Borough, Marshall Township, Town of McCandless or Ross Township to serve a Junior Board Member for a one-year term. Please visit www.northlandlibrary.org/teens for more information and for an online application.

Northland in the CommunityNorthland Children’s Department will offer the following programs within the community. Registration is not required. Stop out and enjoy programming! September 11 @ 10:30 a.m. – Marshall Township Municipal Building Toddler TimeBabies and toddlers (six months through 35 months) and their grownups (parents, grandparents or other caregiver) are invited to enjoy songs, nursery rhymes, tickles and bounces designed to nurture pre-reading skills. There is no registration for this program.

September 18 @ 10:30 a.m. – Ross Township Toddler TimeBabies and toddlers (six months through 35 months) and their grownups (parents, grandparents or other caregiver) are invited to enjoy songs, nursery rhymes, tickles and bounces designed to nurture pre-reading skills. There is no registration for this program.

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For more information about the services and resources offered by Northland Public Library, visit our website at:www.northlandlibrary.org

Services &Resources

Computer Classes Registration is required for these free computer classes. Register in person at the Computer Center on the upper level of the Library or call 412-366-8100, extension 131. Please notify the Computer Center if you are registered for a class and are unable to attend.

INTRODUCTION TO CLOUD COMPUTING: SAVING DOCUMENTS, PHOTOS, AND FILES ONLINEThursday, September 17 from 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.Participants will learn what cloud computing is and how it works. Participants will examine three popular cloud computing applications: Apple iCloud, Microsoft OneDrive, and Google Drive during the class. Prerequisite: Must have basic computer and Internet skills.

MICROSOFT WORD 2013 BASICS PART 1Friday, September 18 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Participants will learn about the parts of the Word window and practice formatting and editing text. Participants will also learn how to Cut, Copy, and Paste text, as well as how to Save a Word document.For students with no previous Word experience. Prerequisite: Must have mouse skills.

COMPUTER BASICS Monday, September 21 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Participants will learn about the different parts of a computer as well as take a visual tour of the desktop of a Windows 7 computer. Participants will also learn common keyboard commands and practice typing. For beginning computer users.

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 BASICS PART 1Monday, September 21 from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.Participants will go through some basic Excel terminology before learning how to move around the spreadsheet. Participants will then build some simple financial documents to practice on, using simple functions, formulas (such as addition), and constants. Prerequisite: Must have solid Word experience.

MICROSOFT WORD 2013 BASICS PART 2Friday, September 25 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Participants will type some text in Word and then learn how to work with commands such as setting tabs, margins, columns, and spell-check. Prerequisite: Participation in the Microsoft Word 20103 Basics Part 1 class or similar.

LEARNING TO USE THE INTERNET Monday, September 28 from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.Participants will learn the basic layout of the Internet Explorer web browser. Participants will also work with browser tabs and conduct searches using Search Engines and web addresses. Prerequisite: Must have computer competence – mouse skills and some typing.

MICROSOFT EXCEL 2013 BASICS PART 2 Monday, September 28 from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.Participants will learn how to create lists, sort data, add codes, format numbers, and work with fill series. Participants will also work with various formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Participation in the Microsoft Excel 2013 Basics Part 1 class or similar.

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Volunteer FocusExciting programs and creative events scored another successful Summer Reading Club (SRC) at Northland. Along with Anna and Jasmine, many eager and caring volunteers stepped up to the plate to assist library staff day after day with whatever jobs needed to be done.

2,268 toddler, student and teen participants came to SRC to learn, discover and enjoy any of the 22 team programs along with any of the 59 pre-school and school age programs for a total of 81 awesome happenings. Stories, songs and games highlighted Picture Book Picnics, while introduction to Spanish was entertaining and educational for preschoolers. Drawing and design took place in Superhero Swag and fun with food science concluded the Teen SRC.

Name: Anna Iouchmanov

Volunteer’s Assignment and Schedule: Anna volunteered during the Summer Reading Club in the Children’s Department and helped in several key capacities whenever she was free during the summer.

In a few words, why do you volunteer at Northland Library?Anna remembers coming to the library as a child, and the Summer Reading Club was always her favorite thing, besides the books. She enjoyed seeing the new generation getting the same experience as she had and watched the smiles on their faces when they came to greet her at the volunteer aide desk. According to Anna, “Volunteering also gives me valuable experience that can be useful later in life, such as working with people and having patience with children.”

Name: Jasmine Saad

Volunteer’s Assignment and Schedule: Jasmine helped during popular events such as Mother Goose Olympics, Science Spot and Engineering Super Heroes in addition to several shifts on the volunteer aide desk.

In a few words, why do you volunteer at Northland Library? Jasmine wanted to volunteer at the library since last year, but never had time until this year and she wanted to help out with the kids and also get to work with them. “The programs are a lot of fun and a great experience and opportunity to help out.” She enjoys working and helping with the kids, other volunteers and staff.

Northland Public Library FoundationValerie Golik of Marshall Township has been named Director of Development for Northland Public Library and Director

of the Northland Public Library Foundation. She is tasked with raising funds that support programs and activities for the library and its patrons.

“Northland Public Library is more than just the second largest library in Allegheny County; it’s a community treasure,” Valerie said, adding that she is “delighted to be able to be a part of an organization that does so much good for my neighbors and others throughout the region.”

Valerie brings with her a wealth of experience in grant writing, donor cultivation, event management, board development, strategic planning and marketing. She is an avid proponent of philanthropy, noting that great things happen when people share their time, talent and treasures with organizations they believe in.

When you see this image displayed next to a program, it is an indication that the program has been sponsored in part by the Northland Public Library Foundation.

BOOK GIVING PROGRAM DONATIONS:Northland Public Library wishes to thank the following people who recently contributed to our Memorial and Honor Book Giving Programs. If you are interested in honoring a loved one or a friend through a gift to Northland, please contact the Northland Public Library Foundation at 412-366-8100, extension 104 or by email at [email protected].

Memorial Books:Merrill & Marcia Kline and Family in memory of Wayne W. Fabrello

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September Programs and Events Northland Library events in bold.

More information about these programs and events is available on our website: www.northlandlibrary.org.

Events CalendarSeptember 2015Northland Library events in bold.

Save the Date! Fall Book Sale October 2-4!

1 Wise Walk Kick-off (Week 1) 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1

Tech Tuesdays 3:00 p.m. Board Room

Tuesday Night Book Group 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1

North Hills Genealogist Board Meeting 7:00 p.m. Board Room

2 Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Teen Advisory Group 3:00 p.m. Board Room

Evening Baby & Toddler Time 6:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2

3 No Events Scheduled

4 Rite Aid Flu Shot Clinic 11:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2

5 Pillowcase Project 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2

6 CLOSED for Summer Hours 7 CLOSED for Labor Day 8 Wise Walk (Week 2) 9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field

Readings in Alternative Everything 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1

Family Fun Night 7:00 p.m. Room 148-2

9 Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Foreign Film 1:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2

Evening Baby & Toddler Time 6:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2

10 Highmark 10:00 a.m. Board Room

Highmark 1:00 p.m. Board Room

Teen Thursday 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2

Turkish Cooking Class 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2

11 Second Friday Book Group 11:30 a.m. Room 148-1

Conversation Salon 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1 12 NA Investment Club 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1

13 No Events Scheduled 14 Tai Chi (Week 1) 11:00 a.m. Activities Center- Blueberry Hill Park

Marker Mondays for Teens 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2

Writers at Work 6:30 Room 148-1

North Hills Coin Club 7:00 p.m. Room 148-2

StorySwap 7:00 p.m. Board Room

15 Wise Walk (Week 3) 9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field

Medicare Education Seminar 10:00 a.m. Room 148-1&2

NPL Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. Board Room

North Hills Genealogists 6:45 p.m. Room 148-1&2

NPL Authority Board Meeting 7:30 p.m. Board Room 16 Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Travel Film 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2 Evening Baby & Toddler Time 6:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2 NPL Foundation Meeting 7:00 p.m. Board Room

17 Teen Thursday 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2

Re-energize & Re-evaluate Your Retirement 6:00 p.m. Board Room

Cookie Class 6:30 p.m. Room 148-2

Mystery Lovers Book Discussion 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1 18 Northland Knitters 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1

19 Re-energize & Re-evaluate Your Retirement 9:30 p.m. Room 148-1

Free Practice SAT Subject Test 10:00 a.m. Room 148-2

Baseball Cards in the Attic: And Other Sports Collections You Forgot About 7:00 p.m. Ross Township Municipal Building

20 North America Rock Garden Society 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2

21 Tai Chi (Week 2) 11:00 a.m. Activities Center- Blueberry Hill Park

Marker Mondays for Teens 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2

EE-SIG North Hills Genealogists 6:30 p.m. Board Room

Shining A Light On Solar Energy in the North Hills 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1

Watch and Clock Association 7:00 p.m. Room 148-2

22 Wise Walk (Week 4) 9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field

Highmark 3:00 p.m. Room 148-1

Northland Knitters 7:00 p.m. Room 148-1 23 Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Storytime for 3’s and 4’s 10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2

Conversation Salon 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1

Evening Baby & Toddler Time 6:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2

24 Teen Thursday 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2

Re-energize & Re-evaluate Your Retirement 6:00 p.m. Board Room

Beyond the Basics: Open iPad Forum 6:30 p.m. Room 148-2 25 La Leche League 10:00 a.m. Room 148-2 The Book Club 2:00 p.m. Room 148-1

26 Re-energize & Re-evaluate Your Retirement 9:30 a.m. Room 148-1

Serious Readers Discussion Group 11:00 a.m. Board Room

Embroidery Guild of America 1:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2 27 No Events Scheduled 28 Tai Chi (Week 3) 11:00 a.m. Activities Center- Blueberry Hill Park

Marker Mondays for Teens 3:00 p.m. Room 148-2 29 Wise Walk (Week 5) 9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field

30 No Events Scheduled

Book Nook: We have plenty of cook books to help you determine what to do with the bounty of your summer gardens. Stop in to see if we have that book, DVD or CD you have been looking for. We also sell flash drives, ear buds as well as coffee and snacks in the Book Nook. Funds generated from sales help to support Northland Library.