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Events for November 2009
Preschool Bingo
Open Work Time
The Writers' Studio. Spark the imagination for your own writing.
International Cinema Sunday: The Way I Spent the End of the World (Romania)
Sunday, November 1, 2009
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: When Eva accidentally breaks a bust of Romanian dictator, Ceausescu, she is forced to flee Romania. Left behind without his older sister, Eva’s 7 year-old brother plots to avenge her departure by assassinating Ceausescu.
Grantseeking Basics: An Orientation for Nonprofits
Monday, November 2, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This workshop provides an overview of the funding research process for those seeking grants from foundations, corporations and grantmaking public charities.
Wise Walk
Open Work Time
Baby Lapsit
Beginner Spanish Play Group
Take a Wise Walk: Healthy Aging and Walking Program
Family Storytime with an adult
Monday, November 2, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Books, songs and fingerplays for children age 2 to 6 with an adult.
Dia de los Muertos ~ Day of the Dead
Monday, November 2, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: We're making paper marigolds, crafting skeleton candy baskets and designing skull masks at this spirited program to celebrate Dia de los Muertos, the Aztec Day of the Dead. Grades K-8. Younger children should be accompanied by their grown-ups.
Homework Club
Monday, November 2, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Spanish for Beginners
Monday, November 2, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bienvenidos! Spanish for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Spanish or consider themselves a little rusty. Meet on the first and third Mondays of each month. No registration required.
Family Storytime
Monday, November 2, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Adult Craft Club: Explore your creative side!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: The Adult Craft Club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Open Work Time
Coffee and Computers
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Join us for basic computer instruction. Registration required.
Family Playshop: For babies, toddlers, and parents
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children 18 months to age 3.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
The Great Artists: Rubens, Velazquez, and Rembrandt
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary: 75 Minutes Videodisc
Introduction to Computers: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Do you know how to use a mouse? Do you know where the Enter key is? What about the different parts of the computer? If you are unsure about any of these questions, this class is for you! Learn the basics of a computer, mouse and keyboard.
Free Play Wii Time
Family Wii Game Night
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library for Wii gaming for the entire family. We will play a variety of Wii games that are suitable for all ages. Children under eight must be accompanies by an adult.
Greek Language Club
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Greek Language Club is for people interested in learning the fundamentals of the modern Greek language. Beginners are welcome.
Branch Meeting
Open Work Time
Storytime: More Than Counting
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Preschool Bingo
Teen Art Club: Make Cool Stuff!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Every week we have a new project to try. Painting, button-making, t-shirt deconstruction, duct tape crafts, beading, and a whole lot of other neat things. Drop by and have fun.
The first Wednesday of every month is ALWAYS button-making!
For middle and high school aged folks only!
Homework Club
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Whether you love to knit or want to learn, join us for informal knitting sessions. We’ll learn from each other and learn why the Library is a great place to knit!
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native tongue, join our group for lively English conversation.
Teen Wii!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Wii Sports, Super Smash Bros. & more!
Knit Together
Baby Lapsit
Kathleen George: Meet a local best selling mystery writer
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
7:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: Please join us as we welcome our neighbor and best-selling author from the Mexican War Streets, Kathleen George.
Computer Basics
Thursday, November 5, 2009
9:00 AM
- 10:00 AM
Summary: We Cover:
• Hardware vs. Software
• PC Anatomy
• Keyboarding
• Building your mouse skills.
Main Managers' Meeting
Demystifying the 990 PF: SOLD OUT!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This workshop provides an in-depth look at the 990 PF, the tax return filed by private foundations with the Internal Revenue Service, as a tool in the grantseeking process.
Open Work Time
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Thursday, November 5, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Mother Goose Storytime
Preschool Storytime: For ages 3-5
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes!
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Thursday, November 5, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
KinderPrep: A literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering Kindergarten Fall 2010
Thursday, November 5, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 5, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs together. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Join us for stories, songs and crafts every Thursday.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 11:25 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For children birth through age 3 with a caregiver.
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Thursday, November 5, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Storytime!
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
11:15 AM
Summary: Enjoy books, songs and fingerplays with your child.
Family Storytime
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:30 AM
Summary: Join us for songs, movement, stories and a craft.
TableTalk: An extension to Kinderprep
Thursday, November 5, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 5, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
Financial Management for the Unemployed
Thursday, November 5, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary:
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Stories, songs, games and the occasional craft. For children age 3-5 with parent or caregiver.
Introduction to Windows: Computer Class
Thursday, November 5, 2009
12:30 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Do you know what is on your computer's desktop? Are you uncomfortable using drop down menus, radio buttons and scroll bars? For information and practice with these and other elements of an MS Windows environment, join us for this class.
Preschool Storytime
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Kids Knit
After School Movie Fun
Thursday, November 5, 2009
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Nothing to do after school? Come to the Library and watch a movie. We will provide the popcorn, you bring a drink. Grade K-8.
Duct Tape Crafts
Thursday, November 5, 2009
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Learn how to make wallets, roses, bookmarks, envelopes, and lunch bags, all from colorful varieties of duct tape. Ages 12 to 18
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Thursday, November 5, 2009
6:00 PM
- 6:30 PM
Bound Together Book Club - Library & Museum Collaboration
Thursday, November 5, 2009
6:30 PM
- 7:45 PM
Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss the novel The Flying Troutmans by Miriam Toews and Jean Dupas and Jean Dunand’s Chariot of Aurora.
Demystifying the 990 PF - ADDED SESSION
Friday, November 6, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This workshop provides an in-depth look at the 990 PF, the tax return filed by private foundations with the Internal Revenue Service, as a tool in the grantseeking process.
Family Storytime
Friday, November 6, 2009
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for stories, songs and rhymes!
Introduction to Excel: Computer Class
Friday, November 6, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: In this introductory class, students will learn the basics of Microsoft’s spreadsheet program, including the construction of formulas for math calculations.
Play Day @ the Library
Introduction to PowerPoint: Computer Class
Friday, November 6, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Want to impress your boss with a great presentation? Learn how to create slides with text and pictures, as well as other special techniques to make your next presentation a hit.
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Friday, November 6, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Teen Underground Cafe: After-Hours Music & Art for Teens
Friday, November 6, 2009
| Other Dates
7:30 PM
- 10:00 PM
Summary: Did you ever think you'd have the chance to mosh in the library? Or that local bands would be setting up in the corner of the teen space next to a giant graffiti mural? Join us after the library closes for all this and more!
Teen Anime Club
Saturday, November 7, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: We've got the anime you want to watch and a mountain of pocky to keep your spirits running high. Whether you jump at shonen or shojo is more your beat, check out the fun at the Teen Anime Club!
Teen Advisory Council
Saturday, November 7, 2009
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Basic Computer Class
Yoga with Phyllis
Customer Appreciation Day and Book Sale
Saturday, November 7, 2009
10:00 AM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: Buy gently used books and mingle with your friends and neighbors at our annual Customer Appreciation Day and Book Sale. Friends of the Library members can come to a presale at 9:30 a.m.
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 7, 2009
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for stories, songs and rhymes!
Children's Storytime
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 7, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Stitches @ Sheraden: Knit and Crochet Group
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, November 7, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
Puppet Show and Crafts
Jazz for Tots
Puppet Show and Crafts
YMWAHA-Nia Blossoms
Saturday, November 7, 2009
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Nia Blossoms: A Time to Flower Program offers self empowering workshops that allow girls the opportunity to make informed decisions around nutrition, health & fitness, career exploration and self empowerment.
Family Craft Day
Get Your Game On: Guitar Hero and more
Saturday, November 7, 2009
1:00 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: Middle schoolers and high schoolers, get your game face on. Play Guitar Hero or other wii or PS2 games with your friends.
Passport to the World: Cuba: in partnership with ABC Spanish Playtime, Carnegie Mellon University
Saturday, November 7, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Learn how Martina the beautiful cockroach chose her husband, dance to Cuban songs and make your own cucaracha puppet!
Bring your passport from previous programs or receive a new one with your photo. We'll stamp it each time you visit a country with us!
Teen Program
Letters of the 23rd Ward Social Club:: WWII veterans of the Northside
Saturday, November 7, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: The Allegheny City Society and CLP present this look at Northside history via letters found in an abandoned building.
Armchair Travel Series: Romania
Armchair Travels: Ukraine
Saturday, November 7, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Join us each month for an opportunity to explore locations worldwide. In November, learn about life in Ukraine through videos and presentations by local people who have lived or visited there.
Open Work Time
The Writers' Studio. Spark the imagination for your own writing.
Sunday Afternoon Music Series: Harlan Twins
Sunday, November 8, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: The Harlan Twins are sure to please fans of America's unique musical heritage with a combination of country, folk and blues, featuring male/female harmonies, accordion, guitars and an impeccable rhythm section.
Wise Walk
Basic Proposal Writing
Monday, November 9, 2009
9:30 AM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: This workshop will focus on the basic components and format of a grant proposal and the process used to develop a project into a written grant request.
Free business startup counseling from SCORE
Beginner Spanish Play Group
Baby Lapsit
Introduction to Word: Computer Class
Monday, November 9, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Learn the basics of word processing in this introductory class. This class will cover formatting text, saving a file, how to cut, copy and paste, as well as other fundamentals.
Take a Wise Walk: Healthy Aging and Walking Program
Family Storytime with an adult
Monday, November 9, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Books, songs and fingerplays for children age 2 to 6 with an adult.
Intermediate Word: Computer Class
Monday, November 9, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Got the basics down? Take your skills to the next level in this class. Here you’ll learn special touches like setting margins, line spacing and page numbering, plus how to use borders, clip art and text boxes.
Homework Club
Monday, November 9, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Craft Club!
Monday, November 9, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Green is the new groovy! Create your own 70s style by making a disco ball out of recycled music CDs. Grade K-8. Younger children should be accompanied by their grown-ups.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Family Storytime
Monday, November 9, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Slipper and Pajama Storytime
Pittsburgh Symphony Book Club: 1791: Mozart's Last Year
Monday, November 9, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join WQED-FM’s Jim Cunningham and PSO musicians in an evening of lively discussion. This month's selection is 1791: Mozart's Last Year, by H.C. Robbins Landon.
Laughter Yoga
Monday, November 9, 2009
6:00 PM
- 6:45 PM
Summary: Laughter is the best medicine! Join us for a bi-monthly chance to laugh with your friends and neighbors.
German Conversation Club
Monday, November 9, 2009
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Family Game Night
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
KinderPrep
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: KinderPrep is a literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2010. This program includes songs, activities and stories designed to prepare your child for kindergarten. This is an ongoing program that will take place one week of each month. Ages 4 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Coffee and Computers
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Join us for basic computer instruction. Registration required.
Introduction to Publisher: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Do you want to make your own flyers, business cards, banners or greeting cards? This class will show you how to use the basic features of this easy to use, multi-dimensional program.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children 18 months to age 3.
Family Playshop: For babies, toddlers, and parents
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
KinderPrep
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: KinderPrep is a literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2010. This program includes songs, activities and stories designed to prepare your child for kindergarten. This is an ongoing program that will take place one week of each month. Ages 4 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
Book Discussion: The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski
Award Winning Documentary: Boxers and Ballerinas
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary: 124 Minutes Videodisc
Intermediate Publisher: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This class will show you how to use some more advanced features of this program, such as multi-page brochures and advanced text box skills.
Free Play Wii Time
Get Your Game On video games @ your library
Family Wii Game Night
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library for Wii gaming for the entire family. We will play a variety of Wii games that are suitable for all ages. Children under eight must be accompanies by an adult.
Get your Game On! Featuring the Wii/PS2 and Board Games for Tweens and Teens
Yoga with Phyllis
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
5:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Japanese for Beginners
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
Tuesday Evening Book Discussion
Conversation Salon
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
10:15 AM
- 12:00 PM
Teen Art Club: Make Cool Stuff!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Every week we have a new project to try. Painting, button-making, t-shirt deconstruction, duct tape crafts, beading, and a whole lot of other neat things. Drop by and have fun.
The first Wednesday of every month is ALWAYS button-making!
For middle and high school aged folks only!
Get Your Game On!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
3:30 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Come try your skills at the Nintendo Wii. Grade 6-12. Registration is not required. Bring your friends!
Homework Club
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native tongue, join our group for lively English conversation.
Knit Together
PathFinders: A Book Club for Our Spiritual Journeys
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: This month's selection is In the Spirit of Happiness by Monks of New Skete. Discussion will be held from 6 - 7 PM in the Director's Conference Room on the First Floor.
Baby Lapsit
Introduction to the Internet: Techniques and strategies for new computer users.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
9:00 AM
- 10:00 AM
Summary: We Cover:
• Internet addresses
• Hyperlinks
• Searching on the Internet
• Components of the Internet Explorer Window, including the Menu Bar and the Toolbar.
Foundation Center Orientation
Thursday, November 12, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This session introduces the wealth of resources available through the Foundation Center, with emphasis on print resources for researching funders, other fundraising efforts and nonprofit operations.
Open Work Time
KinderPrep
Thursday, November 12, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: KinderPrep is a literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2010. This program includes songs, activities and stories designed to prepare your child for kindergarten. This is an ongoing program that will take place one week of each month. Ages 4 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Mother Goose Storytime
KinderPrep: A literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering Kindergarten Fall 2010
Thursday, November 12, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 12, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs together. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
Preschool Storytime: For ages 3-5
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes!
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Join us for stories, songs and crafts every Thursday.
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 11:25 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For children birth through age 3 with a caregiver.
KinderPrep
Thursday, November 12, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: KinderPrep is a literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering kindergarten in Fall 2010. This program includes songs, activities and stories designed to prepare your child for kindergarten. This is an ongoing program that will take place one week of each month. Ages 4 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Storytime!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
11:15 AM
Summary: Enjoy books, songs and fingerplays with your child.
Family Storytime
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:30 AM
Summary: Join us for songs, movement, stories and a craft.
TableTalk: An extension to Kinderprep
Thursday, November 12, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 12, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
Bidwell Training Center - The Door to Career Opportunities
Thursday, November 12, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary:
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Stories, songs, games and the occasional craft. For children age 3-5 with parent or caregiver.
Wii Game Day for Adults
Preschool Storytime
Shopping on the WWW: Computer Class
Thursday, November 12, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Learn the basics of savvy shopping on the WWW, including how to find good deals and product reviews and how be sure your personal information is secure.
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Thursday, November 12, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Tween Wii: Gaming at the Library!
Kids Knit
Teen Wii: Gaming at the Library!
Get Your Game On!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
5:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for an evening of PS2 gaming. Play Dragonball Z or Madden with us, or bring your own game rated E or T. Ages 12 to 18
Finance Matters: Woman's Guide to Money Matters
Spanish Conversation Club: El Club de Conversacion en Español
Thursday, November 12, 2009
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Whether your Spanish skills are intermediate or fluent, join us for lively and engaging conversation in Spanish. Si eres intermedio o avanzado, practica con nosotros, tus habilidades del idioma, en conversaciones vivas y comprometidas.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Thursday, November 12, 2009
6:00 PM
- 6:30 PM
3 Poems by James Wright . . . Poetry Discussion Group
Thursday, November 12, 2009
7:30 PM
- 8:30 PM
Summary: The 3 Poems by . . . Poetry Discussion Group will discuss three poems by James Wright. Join us for lively discussions of your favorite poetry. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Surviving the Recession with Stimulus Funding
Friday, November 13, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This workshop provides nonprofit staff who are less experienced with Federal government grant seeking a process to research direct and indirect ARRA funds and prepare to apply for ARRA grants.
Open Work Time
Family Storytime
Friday, November 13, 2009
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for stories, songs and rhymes!
Play Day @ the Library
Introduction to Windows: Computer Class
Friday, November 13, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Do you know what is on your computer's desktop? Are you uncomfortable using drop down menus, radio buttons and scroll bars? For information and practice with these and other elements of an MS Windows environment, join us for this class.
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Friday, November 13, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Yoga with Phyllis
National Gaming Day
Chess Club
Saturday, November 14, 2009
10:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Book Fair Fundraiser: at Joseph-Beth Booksellers
Saturday, November 14, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:00 PM
Summary: Visit Joseph-Beth Booksellers on Saturday, November 14 and Sunday, November 15, and 20% of your purchase will be donated to Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
Introduction to Excel: Computer Class
Saturday, November 14, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: In this introductory class, students will learn the basics of Microsoft’s spreadsheet program, including the construction of formulas for math calculations.
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 14, 2009
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for stories, songs and rhymes!
Spanish Fun with Connie Mathews: Cuentos y canciones en Espanol
Saturday, November 14, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Stitches @ Sheraden: Knit and Crochet Group
Crochet Lessons
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 14, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
National Gaming Day @ your library: READ, LEARN, PLAY
Saturday, November 14, 2009
11:00 AM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Join the Mt. Washington Library, as thousands of libraries throughout the country host special gaming events in celebration of National Gaming Day @ your library.
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance
Saturday, November 14, 2009
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: A volunteer with Human Resource experience will assist customers with resume and cover letters.
Family Fun Event: Give Thanks
Saturday, November 14, 2009
11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Get Your Game On!: Video Games @ your library: CLP--Mt. Washington
Saturday, November 14, 2009
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Join other teens and have fun with our PS2 or Wii.
YMWAHA-Nia Blossoms
Saturday, November 14, 2009
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Nia Blossoms: A Time to Flower Program offers self empowering workshops that allow girls the opportunity to make informed decisions around nutrition, health & fitness, career exploration and self empowerment.
Jazz for Tots
People and Pages Puppet Show for Kids of All Ages
Saturday, November 14, 2009
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Come to a show that celebrates the importance of books and libraries and participate in library support activities afterwards.
National Gaming Day @ Your Library
Saturday, November 14, 2009
12:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: All across the country, people of all ages will be visiting their local libraries to play games.
National Gaming Day @ Your Library
Saturday, November 14, 2009
1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Saturday Matinee
Saturday, November 14, 2009
1:00 PM
Summary: Based on a novel by Richard Yates, this film, set in the 1950s, follows a young, seemingly perfect suburban couple struggling with a growing inability to feel fulfilled in their relationships and careers.
National Gaming Day @ Your Library!
Literary Healing IV: Family: What Are Your Tales of Survival and Struggle?
Saturday, November 14, 2009
1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: UBBCP's once a month community chat. This month's program is co-sponsored by the Center for Victims of Violent Crime
Gobble, Gobble, It’s Thanksgiving Fun for Kids
Saturday, November 14, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Join us for Thanksgiving crafts, listen to some turkey stories, then play some cool games. Ages 5 to 12
Intermediate Excel: Computer Class
Saturday, November 14, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Are you ready for the next level? This class includes advanced formula use, data entry control, freezing panes and adding comments to a cell.
Open Work Time
The Writers' Studio. Spark the imagination for your own writing.
Sunday Poetry and Reading Series: Judith Vollmer
Sunday, November 15, 2009
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Judith Vollmer’s most recent book of poetry, Reactor, was featured in the Los Angeles Times Book Review and was nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award. Vollmer teaches at Pitt Greensburg and co-edits the national poetry journal 5 AM.
Wise Walk
Open Work Time
Baby Lapsit
Beginner Spanish Play Group
Take a Wise Walk: Healthy Aging and Walking Program
Family Storytime with an adult
Monday, November 16, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Books, songs and fingerplays for children age 2 to 6 with an adult.
Learn the World Wide Web: Computer Class
Monday, November 16, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Learn how to use a browser to navigate the WWW and search using a subject index, search engine and addresses.
Homework Club
Monday, November 16, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
The Ear, the Eye and Arm: Teen/Tween Book Discussion
Monday, November 16, 2009
5:30 PM
- 6:30 PM
Summary: Teens and Tweens: eat snacks and talk to friends about The Ear, the Eye and the Arm by Nancy Farmer.
Monday Evening Book Discussion
Monday, November 16, 2009
6:00 PM
- 6:50 PM
Summary: If you enjoy good books, good conversation and good company, we've got the program for you. New members are always welcome!
Family Storytime
Monday, November 16, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Spanish for Beginners
Monday, November 16, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bienvenidos! Spanish for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Spanish or consider themselves a little rusty. Meet on the first and third Mondays of each month. No registration required.
Adult Craft Club: Explore your creative side!
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: The adult craft club meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Fundraising Responsibilities of Nonprofit Boards
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: In an effort to create stronger, more effective nonprofit boards, this program will highlight fundraising as one of the most fundamental duties of every board member.
Open Work Time
Coffee and Computers
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Join us for basic computer instruction. Registration required.
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos.-3 yrs.)
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children 18 months to age 3.
Family Playshop: For babies, toddlers, and parents
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Story Time Fun for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: Come and join us for special stories, songs, puppets, and finger plays.
Introduce your children to the wonderful world of stories. There will be plenty of songs and movement. Give your child the literacy tools for a great start to his or her education right at your neighborhood library! Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
A Reel Page Turner-Moby Dick
Show Don't Tell: A Writing Workshop for Homeschoolers age 9-12
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Students (age 9-12) will learn how to help their readers feel involved in the story and how to bring their writing to life. Students may share their work with the group if they wish. Limited to 12 participants. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Introduction to Email: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: This class assists you in signing up for your own free web-based email account.
Free Play Wii Time
Get Your Game On video games @ your library
Family Wii Game Night
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library for Wii gaming for the entire family. We will play a variety of Wii games that are suitable for all ages. Children under eight must be accompanies by an adult.
Greek Language Club
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Greek Language Club is for people interested in learning the fundamentals of the modern Greek language. Beginners are welcome.
Advanced Email: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
5:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Learn to send attachments, use the address book, create your own signature file and manage your email storage with folders.
Yoga with Phyllis
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
5:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
Learn to Knit or Crochet: Learn to knit or crochet a scarf
Preschool Bingo
Conversation Salons: Conversations for Better Living
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
1:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
1:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions about your favorite fiction and nonfiction books.
Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
12:00 AM
Summary: Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451
Branch Meeting
Hear about the ten estate planning mistakes or misconceptions. Learn the financial truths that can save your nest egg! by Thomas Crowley, J.D., Vice President & Senior Wealth Planner, PNC Wealth Management.
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
10:15 AM
- 11:00 AM
Storytime: Food Frolic!
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Preschool Bingo
Teen Art Club: Make Cool Stuff!
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Every week we have a new project to try. Painting, button-making, t-shirt deconstruction, duct tape crafts, beading, and a whole lot of other neat things. Drop by and have fun.
The first Wednesday of every month is ALWAYS button-making!
For middle and high school aged folks only!
Homework Club
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Storytelling Alive presents . . . the art of storytelling for educators
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Whether you love to knit or want to learn, join us for informal knitting sessions. We’ll learn from each other and learn why the Library is a great place to knit!
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native tongue, join our group for lively English conversation.
Knit Together
Mt. Washington Book Group
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively book discussions every month!
Baby Lapsit
Behind the Book: Authors Talk to Teens with Lauren Myracle
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
7:00 PM
- 9:00 PM
Summary: New York Times bestselling author Lauren Myracle’s teen books run the gamut from novels written entirely in IMs, to collaborative novels written with other authors, to chilling supernatural thrillers.
Beginning Email: Registering for a Gmail account and managing email.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
9:00 AM
- 10:00 AM
Summary: We Cover:
• Email safety
• Email etiquette
• Sign up process for a G-mail account
Main Managers' Meeting
Computer Resources for Nonprofits
Thursday, November 19, 2009
9:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: This session familiarizes attendees with the Foundation Center’s specialized electronic databases that can be used by nonprofits for researching funders and related information.
Book Sale: Coffee Table Books, Antique Books, Children's Books.
Mother Goose Storytime
Thanksgiving Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Thursday, November 19, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: Join us for a special Thanksgiving Story Time. Listen to stories and sing songs, all relating to Thanksgiving. Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Preschool Storytime: For ages 3-5
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes!
File Management: Computer Class
Thursday, November 19, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Want to learn how to organize all those files you're saving or how to copy them to create a backup? This class will cover the basics of folder creation and how to make the best use of the My Computer feature of your computer.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes
Thursday, November 19, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 19, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs together. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
KinderPrep: A literacy-based program designed to reinforce skills for children entering Kindergarten Fall 2010
Thursday, November 19, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 PM
Baby and Toddler Storytime
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 11:25 AM
Summary: Stories, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. For children birth through age 3 with a caregiver.
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Join us for stories, songs and crafts every Thursday.
Thanksgiving Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Thursday, November 19, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: Join us for a special Thanksgiving Story Time. Listen to stories and sing songs, all relating to Thanksgiving. Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Storytime!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
11:15 AM
Summary: Enjoy books, songs and fingerplays with your child.
Family Storytime
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:30 AM
Summary: Join us for songs, movement, stories and a craft.
Baby Lapsit
Thursday, November 19, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: For a fun and playful experience, babies
and caregivers will participate in fingerplays, rhymes and songs. Recommended for babies up to 18 months.
TableTalk: An extension to Kinderprep
Thursday, November 19, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
PALS Book Club for Senior Adults: Grupo de libros (PALS) para personas de tercera edad
Thursday, November 19, 2009
12:00 PM
- 1:30 PM
Summary: This book discussion group was created for adults 65 and older. This month's selection,The Zookeeper's Wife by Diane Ackerman, is available at the Library.
Internet Safety: How to Protect Yourself and Your Children Online
Thursday, November 19, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary:
Preschool Storytime
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
12:30 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Stories, songs, games and the occasional craft. For children age 3-5 with parent or caregiver.
Third Thursday Book Discussion: Stuart Woods' Chiefs
Thursday, November 19, 2009
1:00 PM
Fiction, Film and Fun: The Maltese Falcon
Thursday, November 19, 2009
1:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: Join CCAC's Jeanne Bergad to discuss the novel "The Maltese Falcon," by Dashiell Hammett. and view the film it inspired.
Books in the Afternoon: Sarah’s Key
Thursday, November 19, 2009
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay.
Book Discussion Group: Gift from the Sea by Anne Morrow Lindbergh, 1955.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Preschool Storytime
Intermediate Excel: Computer Class
Thursday, November 19, 2009
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Are you ready for the next level? This class includes advanced formula use, data entry control, freezing panes and adding comments to a cell.
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Kids Knit
After School Movie Fun
Thursday, November 19, 2009
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Nothing to do after school? Come to the Library and watch a movie. We will provide the popcorn, you bring a drink. Grade K-8.
Get Your Game On!: PS2
Gratitude Journal-Making
Thursday, November 19, 2009
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: In the spirit of Thanksgiving, join us to make a gratitude journal for yourself or to share with your family. Ages 12 to 18
New Moon Party
Books in the Afternoon: Sarah’s Key
Thursday, November 19, 2009
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay.
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes (18 mos. - 3 yrs.)
Thursday, November 19, 2009
6:00 PM
- 6:30 PM
Real to Reel Documentary Film Series: Triage: Dr. James Orbinski's Humanitarian Dilemma
Thursday, November 19, 2009
7:00 PM
Summary: Follows the powerful odyssey of James Orbinski, recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of Doctors Without Borders, as he returns to Africa to ponder the meaning of his life's work and the value of helping others. 88 minutes, 2007
Book Sale: Coffee Table Books, Antique Books, Children's Books.
Family Storytime
Friday, November 20, 2009
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for stories, songs and rhymes!
Intermediate PowerPoint: Computer Class
Friday, November 20, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Whether it is how to insert a button, a hyperlink or photographs, if you're interested in using your PowerPoint to its full advantage, this class is for you.
Play Day @ the Library
Mystery Book Discussion Group: Bishop at the Lake
Friday, November 20, 2009
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Bishop at the Lake by Andrew Greeley.
Open Work Time
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Friday, November 20, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Celebrate Light Up Night with CLP-Downtown & Business
Friday, November 20, 2009
5:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Origami-Beginner Class: Beginner Class
Saturday, November 21, 2009
12:00 PM
Summary: Come and fold magical creatures, all out
of paper.
Origami-Advanced Class: Advanced Class
Saturday, November 21, 2009
1:30 PM
Summary: Come and fold magical creatures simply out
of paper.
Excel Class
Open Work Time
Book Sale: Coffee Table Books, Antique Books, Children's Books.
Mystery Lover's Book Discussion
Yoga with Phyllis
Black White & Read All Over: Sara Pennypacker
Saturday, November 21, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: Black, White & Read All Over brings you six fun-filled Saturday mornings. Join award-winning children’s authors and illustrators for programs with lots of questions and answers with the audience.
Thanksgiving Fun
Saturday, November 21, 2009
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: Please join us in the library for a Thanksgiving celebration. We will share stories and make a fund turkey craft for your Thanksgiving table. This event is appropriate for children of all ages!
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 21, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Stitches @ Sheraden: Knit and Crochet Group
Children's Celebration of the Library's 100th Birthday
Saturday, November 21, 2009
11:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Jazz for Tots
YMWAHA-Nia Blossoms
Saturday, November 21, 2009
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Nia Blossoms: A Time to Flower Program offers self empowering workshops that allow girls the opportunity to make informed decisions around nutrition, health & fitness, career exploration and self empowerment.
Family Fun Event: Puppet Show and Puppet Making
Saturday, November 21, 2009
12:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Book Discussion
Family Storytime: Give Thanks
Saturday, November 21, 2009
2:00 PM
- 2:45 PM
Teen Program
Fun Fish Crafts
Saturday, November 21, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Do you have a child who loves fish? Join us for a variety of fishy crafts. Ages 5 to 12
Teen Meeting
Saturday, November 21, 2009
3:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: Teens can discuss how they can advocate for the library and plan teen programs for fall and winter. For misddle and high schoolers.
Origami with Miss Silk
Saturday, November 21, 2009
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Open Work Time
Book Sale: Coffee Table Books, Antique Books, Children's Books.
The Writers' Studio. Spark the imagination for your own writing.
World Kaleidoscope: Ortner-Roberts Duo
Sunday, November 22, 2009
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: A marriage between Klezmer music and Harlem stride and an artistic dialogue between the German clarinetist Susanne Ortner-Roberts and the American pianist Tom Roberts.
Ballet FUNdamentals!: Secrets from Behind the Curtain
Sunday, November 22, 2009
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Library Services Meeting
Beginner Spanish Play Group
Baby Lapsit
Advanced Word: Computer Class
Monday, November 23, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Are you ready for tables and mail merges? Learn how to use these features and more in this highest skill level class.
Take a Wise Walk: Healthy Aging and Walking Program
Open Work Time
Homework Club
Monday, November 23, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.
Teen Book Club
Monday, November 23, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Join us as we discuss Fever, 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson. New members always welcome. Grade 6-12.
Makin' Butter
Free Cancer Screening: Learn How to Lower Your Risk for Cancer
Monday, November 23, 2009
5:00 PM
- 6:30 PM
Summary: PSA blood tests for detection of Prostate Cancer will be offered to interested men who are over 40 years of age, free of charge.
Celebrate: Kids Fall for Thanksgiving
Monday, November 23, 2009
5:30 PM
- 6:30 PM
Summary: Hear Thanksgiving tales and jokes, make felt leaves and craft a fall tree. Taste a variety of apples and vote for your fave, eat pumpkin pie and be grateful for the season.
Slipper and Pajama Storytime
Family Storytime
Monday, November 23, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
German Conversation Club
Monday, November 23, 2009
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Japanese for Beginners
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
Thanksgiving Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
Summary: Join us for a special Thanksgiving Story Time. Listen to stories and sing songs, all relating to Thanksgiving. Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Coffee and Computers
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Join us for basic computer instruction. Registration required.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
10:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
Thanksgiving Story Time for Toddlers and Preschoolers
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:45 AM
Summary: Join us for a special Thanksgiving Story Time. Listen to stories and sing songs, all relating to Thanksgiving. Ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult.
Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
11:30 AM
Summary: Toddlers and parents, come and listen to stories, plus try rhymes and songs together. Recommended for age 18 months-3 years.
Albert Einstein
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
12:15 PM
Summary: 45 Minutes Videodisc
Advanced Excel: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: This highest level class for Excel includes information on protecting your worksheets, advanced function use and templates.
Free Play Wii Time
Family Wii Game Night
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library for Wii gaming for the entire family. We will play a variety of Wii games that are suitable for all ages. Children under eight must be accompanies by an adult.
Cookiepalooza!
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
4:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Get your Game On! Featuring the Wii/PS2 and Board Games for Tweens and Teens
Yoga with Phyllis
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
5:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Social Networking on the WWW: Computer Class
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
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5:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Learn about social networking in general and how to connect with others via one of the Web’s most popular networking sites, Facebook.
Learn to Knit or Crochet: Learn to knit or crochet a scarf
Open Work Time
Teen Art Club: Make Cool Stuff!
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Every week we have a new project to try. Painting, button-making, t-shirt deconstruction, duct tape crafts, beading, and a whole lot of other neat things. Drop by and have fun.
The first Wednesday of every month is ALWAYS button-making!
For middle and high school aged folks only!
Open Work Time
Play Day @ the Library
Handmade Books
All Out Gaming: Video Gaming at the Library
Friday, November 27, 2009
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Need your gaming fix? Join us in Teen as we unleash a Wii, PS2, X-box and a whole host of board games.
Duct Tape Crafts for the Holidays
Saturday, November 28, 2009
12:00 AM
Yoga with Phyllis
Open Work Time
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance
Saturday, November 28, 2009
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: A volunteer with Human Resource experience will assist customers with resume and cover letters.
Toddler Storytime
Saturday, November 28, 2009
11:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
Family Storytime
Saturday, November 28, 2009
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
Summary: Come hear stories, try rhymes, maybe
even sing a song or two.
Stitches @ Sheraden: Knit and Crochet Group
Crochet Lessons
Puppets for Pages Puppet Show
Jazz for Tots
Nature Detectives: A "No Child Left Inside" program
Family Friendly Claymation Movie with Chickens
Saturday, November 28, 2009
3:00 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Tired of turkeys escaping? See how chickens do it better in this family friendly treat. Refereshments will be served. (Not chicken sandwishes or soup.)
Open Work Time
The Writers' Studio. Spark the imagination for your own writing.
Sunday Poetry and Reading Series: Renée Alberts
Sunday, November 29, 2009
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Renée Alberts talks to rivers and shortwave radios to make poetry, collage, sound and photography. Her poetry collection, No Water, came out in 2009. She collaborates across mediums with some of Pittsburgh's finest writers, musicians and dancers.
Beginner Spanish Play Group
Advanced WWW Searching : Computer Class
Monday, November 30, 2009
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Learn how to search, not just surf, the Internet. This class assists in developing a critical approach to searching, making effective and efficient use of specific information tools and sources.
Baby Lapsit
Take a Wise Walk: Healthy Aging and Walking Program
Open Work Time
Homework Club
Monday, November 30, 2009
| Other Dates
4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Please join us in the library after school for homework help. Tutors will be available free of charge to help students grades first through fifth.