Hines you are always a champion with Steeler fans--CONGRATULATIONS!!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Wednesday, May 25 at 7:00 pm
In World War II, Operation Neptune included a massive air assault and the largest amphibious invasion in world history, with over 160,000 troops landing on the Normandy Coast on June 6, 1944. The naval operation that began on D-Day required over 5,000 ships carrying over 160,000 allied and American troops. Gary Augustine, local historian, recounts the details, planning and secrecy required to carry out the fierce Battle of Normandy, which signalled the "beginning of the end" for Nazi Germany. World War II and American history buffs will enjoy Mr. Augustine's interesting observations and keen understanding of this crucial time in our country's history. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
In World War II, Operation Neptune included a massive air assault and the largest amphibious invasion in world history, with over 160,000 troops landing on the Normandy Coast on June 6, 1944. The naval operation that began on D-Day required over 5,000 ships carrying over 160,000 allied and American troops. Gary Augustine, local historian, recounts the details, planning and secrecy required to carry out the fierce Battle of Normandy, which signalled the "beginning of the end" for Nazi Germany. World War II and American history buffs will enjoy Mr. Augustine's interesting observations and keen understanding of this crucial time in our country's history. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
Lessons In Loss And Living
Monday, May 16 at 7:00 Pm
As a Family Medicine administrator, Dr. Michele Reiss trains young physicians in the psychological aspects of health care. As a psychotherapist, Dr. Reiss often sees patients struggling with life-threatening illnesses and those coping with grief or loss. She was publicly acknowedged as the psychotherapist working with Dr. Randy Pausch, well-known Carnegie Mellon professor and his wife Jai as they faced his diagnosis of fatal pancreatic cancer. Dr. Pausch inspired thousands of people to live fully and well in spite of adversity with his Last Lecture and encouraged others to seek support and guidance when faced with the stress of a serious medical illness.
In her book, Lessons in Loss and Living, Dr. Reiss teaches the art of living and loving well despite significant adversity. She shares true stories and professional experiences that are gifts to the rest of us for finding ways to live hopefully and fully each day. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
MAY "BREAD FOR BOOKS" FUNDRAISER
The NPL Foundation "Bread for Books" fundraiser will be held on Monday, May 16 at Bella Frutteto Restaurant, 2602 Brandt School Rd. Wexford, PA
The following coupon must be presented for the library to get a 20% donation of the total bill. It can be used for DINE-IN and TO GO orders.
Bella Frutteto Coupon
Menu
Monday, April 18, 2011
Family and Friends CPR Anytime
Monday, May 23 at 7:00 pm
Did you know that almost 80% of cardiac arrests happen at home? Would you know how to administer life-saving CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) that could double or triple the person's chances of survival? The American Heart Association has developed the Family and Friends CPR Anytime Program to make learning the basic skills of CPR easy, convenient and affordable. With the CPR Anytime kit, anyone can learn the essential procedures in just 22 minutes. The Heart Association's goal is to bring CPR training into the homes of families everywhere and to encourage everyone to become familiar with the procedure. For her Girl Scout project, Harshitha Mannam will present an instructional DVD about the learning kit and explain the new procedures for CPR. Under the guidance of the American Heart Association, she has become thoroughly familiar with the advantages of this innovative program. Those who attend the class will receive a free CPR Anytime kit to take home to practice or to teach others. The kit contains a DVD and an inflatable mannekin. The class does not provide certification but does teach a valuable and life-saving skill.
Becoming A Strategic Networker
Thursday, April 21 at 7:00pm
Sheryl Johnson, founder of BD-PRO Marketing Solutions, will conduct a workshop designed to provide assistance in business development and promotion. Her goal is to show small business owners and employees how to build distinctive marketing strategies through effective networking.
Spring Beadathon
Wednesday, April 27 at 6pm Kathy Shomo, the Bead Lady, will be at Northland Library on April 27 to conduct her popular beading workshop. Under Kathy's direction, you can create a necklace, bracelet, earrings, beaded watch or other item choosing from a wide variety of semi-precious stones and Czech glass. There is a materials fee, ranging from $10.00 to $30.00 depending on the size and nature of your project. Beginners as well as practiced beaders are welcome for this entertaining and productive evening.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
APRIL "BREAD FOR BOOKS" FUNDRAISER
The NPL Foundation will be sponsoring a month-long "Bread for Books" fundraiser on Mondays, April 4, 11, 18 & 25 at Monte Cello's, Wexford, PA The following coupon must be presented for the library to get a 15% donation of the total bill. It can be used for DINE-IN only. Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Director's Corner By Sandra Collins
Did you know that Northland Public Library and all public libraries in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania have a stake in the state budgeting process?
Each qualifying public library receives support through the Public Library Subsidy. State aid accounts for 10% of Northland’s income for 2011. The subsidy received in 2011 reflects a loss of $164,000 in state funds since 2009, resulting in a reduction in the amount of books, DVDs, magazines and other resources that Northland can provide for your use. While Governor Corbett’s proposed 2011-2012 budget does not increase the Public Library Subsidy, it does sustain it at its current level. Considering the next state budget will include deep cuts in many worthwhile services, the Governor’s proposal to preserve current funding levels for library services is welcome news.
In the coming weeks, it is important for library advocates to speak up in support of the library portion of the Governor’s budget proposal. Please contact your State Senator and State Representative to ask for their support of the library funding levels recommended in Governor Corbett’s budget and Governor Corbett to thank him for recognizing the importance of libraries by preserving library funding in his proposed budget.
Contact Information:
Senator Jane Orie jorie@pasen.gov La Casa Blanca 9400 McKnight Rd Suite 105 Pittsburgh PA 15237
House – District 30 Randy Vulakovich rvulakov@pahousegop.com 1407 Mt. Royal Blvd Glenshaw PA 15116
House – District 16 Robert Matzie matzie@pahouse.net 537 Bayne Ave Pittsburgh PA 15202
House – District 21 Dom Costa www.pahouse.com/dcosta click on “Contact” 6808 Greenwood St. Suite 2 Pittsburgh PA 15206
House-District 20 Adam Ravenstahl www.pahouse.com/ravenstahl Click on “Contact”
House- District 28 Mike Turzai mturzai@pahousegop.com 125 Hillvue Lane 1st Floor Pittsburgh PA 15237
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Remembering Pittsburgh: An Eyewitness History Of The Steel City
Thursday, April 14 at 7:00pm
To celebrate National Library Week, we've invited one of Pittsburgh's well-known journalists to share his fascinating accounts of our city's historical events, both large and small, from its founding to the onset of World War II.
Len Barcousky, county government reporter with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, has put together a collection of his Eyewitness columns in which he compellingly retells the headlines of long ago...from the Whiskey Rebellion to the Great Fire that destroyed a third of the city in 1845 to President Coolidge's almost-silent visit in 1927. Mr. Barcousky's book, Remembering Pittsburgh: An Eyewitness History of the Steel City, serves as a fine reminder that the local newspaper has been on the scene documenting the life of our region long before historians ever got around to it.
Join us as Mr. Barcousky vividly recounts the compelling stories of our city's history, including some little known events such as the first woman hanged in Allegheny County and a car that was driven up and down one of the city's inclines to prove it could handle our steep hills and deep valleys.
Copies of Remembering Pittsburgh will be available for purchase. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
To celebrate National Library Week, we've invited one of Pittsburgh's well-known journalists to share his fascinating accounts of our city's historical events, both large and small, from its founding to the onset of World War II.
Len Barcousky, county government reporter with the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, has put together a collection of his Eyewitness columns in which he compellingly retells the headlines of long ago...from the Whiskey Rebellion to the Great Fire that destroyed a third of the city in 1845 to President Coolidge's almost-silent visit in 1927. Mr. Barcousky's book, Remembering Pittsburgh: An Eyewitness History of the Steel City, serves as a fine reminder that the local newspaper has been on the scene documenting the life of our region long before historians ever got around to it.
Join us as Mr. Barcousky vividly recounts the compelling stories of our city's history, including some little known events such as the first woman hanged in Allegheny County and a car that was driven up and down one of the city's inclines to prove it could handle our steep hills and deep valleys.
Copies of Remembering Pittsburgh will be available for purchase. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
Understanding and Managing Children with ADHD and (Often) Oppositional Defiance Disorder
Monday, March 28 at 7:00 pm
Dr. David O. Saenz, licensed psychologist, will present a workshop for parents, caregivers and teachers of children and adolescents with ADHD who often display Oppositional Defiant Disorder as well. Dr. Saenz describes realistic and effective strategies for handling the everyday issues and problems that arise in dealing with this difficult disorder. After his presentation, there will be time for questions and answers. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113 Wednesday, February 23, 2011
MARCH "BREAD FOR BOOKS" FUNDRAISER
The NPL Foundation will be sponsoring a month-long "Bread for Books" fundraiser on Mondays, March 7, 14, 21 & 28 at these Sir Pizza locations:
Ross Township (Sewickley Oakmont Rd at Rochester Rd)
Franklin Park (corner of Brandt School Rd & Route 910)
The following coupon must be presented for the library to get a 15% donation of the total bill. It can be used for DINE-IN only.
Ross Township (Sewickley Oakmont Rd at Rochester Rd)
Franklin Park (corner of Brandt School Rd & Route 910)
The following coupon must be presented for the library to get a 15% donation of the total bill. It can be used for DINE-IN only.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Meet Our Local Authors
Wednesday, March 23 at 7:00 pm
Four local published authors will join us to talk about their books, the ups and downs of getting published and the inspiration behind their stories and characters.
George Bannon has written Final Crusade, a suspenseful thriller involving the Mafia, the Roman Catholic Church, and a retired homicide detective, Francis Maguire. Maguire soon finds himself involved with very dangerous characters and a terrorist organization that has declared "war" on the Cosa Nostra.
William C. Davis III is the author of the Clive Aliston mystery series, set in a small western Pennsylvania town. His characters are drawn from the gritty mill towns and rural valleys Davis knows so well. County Sheriff, Clive Aliston, becomes enmeshed in the battle of good and evil in these hard-hitting, suspenseful tales.
Leigh Lowden's novel, Not Now, Not Ever, is the first book in The Reluctant Journey series. Faith has never played a major role in Officer Greg Williams' life until he finds himself in a perilous situation and finds that faith may be his only way out.
Kimberly Zylinski's Rules of Vegas is the story of two young adults, Anne and her difficult stepbrother, Andy, and the agreement they make to turn a blind eye to each other's involvements. Which secrets are too dangerous to keep? And when is it time to break their agreement?
Join us for an enjoyable evening with these local writers as they share their interesting stories with us. Their books will be available for purchase. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
Four local published authors will join us to talk about their books, the ups and downs of getting published and the inspiration behind their stories and characters.
George Bannon has written Final Crusade, a suspenseful thriller involving the Mafia, the Roman Catholic Church, and a retired homicide detective, Francis Maguire. Maguire soon finds himself involved with very dangerous characters and a terrorist organization that has declared "war" on the Cosa Nostra.
William C. Davis III is the author of the Clive Aliston mystery series, set in a small western Pennsylvania town. His characters are drawn from the gritty mill towns and rural valleys Davis knows so well. County Sheriff, Clive Aliston, becomes enmeshed in the battle of good and evil in these hard-hitting, suspenseful tales.
Leigh Lowden's novel, Not Now, Not Ever, is the first book in The Reluctant Journey series. Faith has never played a major role in Officer Greg Williams' life until he finds himself in a perilous situation and finds that faith may be his only way out.
Kimberly Zylinski's Rules of Vegas is the story of two young adults, Anne and her difficult stepbrother, Andy, and the agreement they make to turn a blind eye to each other's involvements. Which secrets are too dangerous to keep? And when is it time to break their agreement?
Join us for an enjoyable evening with these local writers as they share their interesting stories with us. Their books will be available for purchase. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113
Promoting Positive Behavior
Tuesday, March 8 at 7:00 pm
Dr. David Silk, of Bellevue Pediatrics Association, will discuss effective ways to promote and encourage positive behavior in your toddler. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of his presentation.
Dr. David Silk, of Bellevue Pediatrics Association, will discuss effective ways to promote and encourage positive behavior in your toddler. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of his presentation.
Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113.
What Has Writing To Do With Meditation?
Thursdays, March 3, April 7, May 5 at 7:00 pm
Writing Meditation combines the practice of writing with that of meditation. While meditation develops patience and persistence, daily writing hones the skill itself. In combination, meditation and writing sharpen self-awareness and link the writers with their authentic selves.
Dr. Madhu Wangu will conduct three workshops to teach the basics of Writing Meditation. A writer, artist and speaker, Dr. Wangu has published works of fiction and non-fiction and has won awards for her art and her writing. She also facilitates critique and writing groups and is currently writing her sixth book.
These three workshops will persuade you to take pleasure in writing for the sake of writing, deepen the verbal expression of your feelings and thoughts and help you to grow as a writer and as a person.
Please plan to attend all three workshops. Please register for this program online or by calling the adult services reference desk at 412-366-8100, ext.113.
Thursday, February 17, 2011
"BREAD FOR BOOKS" FUNDRAISER
The NPL Foundation will be sponsoring another "Bread for Books" fundraiser on Monday, February 21 at the California Pizza Kitchen, Ross Park Mall (near LL Bean). The coupon must be presented for the library to get a 20% donation of the total bill. It can be used for dine-in, online ordering and curbside pickup but NOT on delivery orders.
Click on the links below for the coupon or menu.
TAX RETURN ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
Northland Public Library, in cooperation with AARP, will again offer free assistance in preparing federal and state tax returns for senior citizens and low-income residents.
This service will be offered from 9:00am to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays from February 1 through
April 14.
Help will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, and we cannot guarantee that everyone needing help can be accommodated on any given day. A signup sheet will be available outside the lower entrance of the library prior to opening.
REMOTE RETURN LOCATIONS
We’re making it easier for you to return items from Northland Library or any other library in Allegheny County. Library return boxes are now available at the Marshall Township Municipal Building, located at 525 Pleasant Hill Road, and at the Ross Township Community Center, located at 1000 Ross Municipal Drive just off of Evergreen Road.
All items, including books, DVDs, CDs, and videos, regardless of which Allegheny County library they were borrowed from, can be placed in the drops.
Items are picked up every Wednesday.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
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