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100 Borough Park Drive | Pittsburgh, PA 15236
SEPT/OCT 2016
Phone 412-882-6622 | Fax 412-882-9556
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Library Hours
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Monday - Thursday 9 - 9 PM
Friday 1 - 5 PM
Saturday 9 - 5 PM
Sunday 12 - 4 PM
Closing @ 5 PM Monday, Oct. 31
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It’s Love Your Library
month and your donations
will be MATCHED!
Love Your Library, a first of
its kind county-wide campaign
developed by the Allegheny
County Library Association and
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh,
encourages residents to show their library love by investing
in their libraries. Take advantage of this special opportunity
to ‘stretch’ your support dollars and consider a library
donation in September.
The Jack Buncher Foundation has generously agreed to
match library donations made during the month, so now
is the perfect time to support the Whitehall Library!
Whitehall Public Library
100 Borough Park Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Donate online: It couldn’t be easier to donate to the library!
Please consider an online donation at
http://www.whitehallpubliclibrary.org/your-support/donate-online-2/
Tuesday, Sept 20 @ 1:00 PM
Rebecca Drake, Annette Dashofy, and Gwyn Cready
represent the suspense, mystery and romance genres of modern
day fiction. Between them they have written 17 novels, a number of
which have been set in and around Pittsburgh. They'll talk about
getting published, what it's like to use one's hometown as a setting,
and putting strong female characters into their stories.
The authors will be selling and signing their books after the talk.
Plus refreshments -- FREE - Registration required
BOOK SALE… Call For Volunteers!
We need your help with our annual library fundraiser
book sale! It’s a great way to support the library and
a lot of fun! Let us know what dates work for you.
Thursday, October 6
Friday, October 7
Saturday, October 8
Sunday, October 9
Monday, October 10
10 am to 8 pm
10 am to 4 pm
10 am to 4 pm
12 pm to 4 pm
10 am to 7 pm
Interested in signing up to help? Please contact the Whitehall
Public Library at 412-882-6622 or email [email protected]
Visit our website for a complete list of activities.
Support Your Public Library
Give Back to Your Community
VACANCY / Library Board of Directors
The Whitehall Public Library is currently accepting
letters of interest and resumes for two available
Library Board positions, beginning January, 2017.
Applicants should have a strong commitment to
public service, and value the importance of public
libraries in the community. Whitehall residency is
required.
Letters of interest and resumes may be submitted
at the library to the attention of:
Ms. Cristina Brady
President, Whitehall Public Library Board
100 Borough Park Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15236
or online at: [email protected]
Application deadline is October 15, 2016
PROGRAMS and SERVICES
A Square Deal for a Square Meal!
BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
How to Save Time in the Kitchen
are held on the following days each month:
Wednesday, September 14 @ 1:00 PM
Evening Book Discussion
Meets on Thursday @ 7:00 PM
Sept 15: A Manual for Cleaning Women: Selected Stories
by Lucia Berlin
Oct 20: TBA
Mystery Lovers Book Discussion
Meets on Thursday @ 10:30 AM
Prep-time work shouldn’t be a full-time job! Join the
library for a talk and food demonstration by Chef Ryan of Atria
Senior Living. Inspired by the ideals of fairness, organization,
and timeliness celebrated on Labor Day, this program will feature
ways to make hearty meals without the hard labor!
Chef Ryan will prepare two entrees for the group while dishing
on all the secrets any cook should know when cooking for many
(or even just one) and getting help from none!
Portions of the plate, unite! FREE - Registration is required
Sept 29: After I'm Gone by Laura Lippman
Oct 27: TBA
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The Facts of Finance: Increase Your Investing IQ
Tuesday, October 11 @ 7:00 PM
We’ll tackle another classic
work each month to tease
out its meaning and discuss
whether the work "works"
and if it deserves its place on
history’s highest shelf.
Building your investor IQ starts with understanding the basics.
Ron Stein, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, will lead a
talk on the “foundations of investing” and why it’s
never too early to think about the future. Whether
you are new to investing or need a refresher, this
presentation will help you learn about:
Saturday, Sept 24 @ 10:30 AM- Lucky Jim
by Kingsley Amis
 The importance of developing a strategy
 The impact of asset allocation
 The influence of inflation on your long-term goals
Cookbook Club @ 1:00 PM Sept 21 and Oct 19
Club members will discuss and sample recipes they will make
from selected cookbooks at the monthly meetings on the third
Wednesday of the month. No registration required.
FREE - Refreshments and light snacks will be served / Register
The Facts of Finance: Preparing Your Estate Plan
October 18 @ 1:00 PM
It’s a topic people tend to put off or ignore,
but one of the most important things you
can do is to develop a sound estate plan.
Doing so lets you take a giant step toward
a more secure future for yourself and
generations to come.
The Power of Memoir Writing Group
Tuesday, September 6 & 20 @ 10:30 AM
Join our memoir writers' group for gentle feedback that will help you improve your writing skills
in a warm and supportive community.
New members welcomed!
At this time,
we cannot
accept
book
donations.
FALL
BOOK SALE
Oct. 6-10
Matinee in the Cafe! Fridays @ 1:15 PM
Stop by our Cafe and join other adults watch DVDs movies.
FREE - No registration required.
 Sept 2: The Nice Guys
 Sept 9: Money Monster
 Sept 16: The Meddler
 Sept 23: Free State of
Jones
 Sept 30: Hunt for the
Wilderpeople
(Space is limited)
Ron Stein, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, will lead a talk on
the importance of preparing your estate plan and why it’s never too
early to think about the future.
During this presentation, you’ll learn more about
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What to consider when creating a will
The benefits of trusts in estate planning
How to help reduce taxes on your estate
How insurance can help protect your family
FREE - Lunch will be served. Registration is required
TEENS & TWEENS
TAG - Teen Advisory Group @ 6pm
We are recruiting teen volunteers! Come once a month to express
ideas, organize upcoming library activities, and suggest new teen
programs. TAG members can meet new friends, enjoy pizza and
earn community service hours! Register for the Oct. 5th meeting.
Club Otaku-Teen Anime Club / Thursdays 6-7:00 PM
Our club is a meeting place for anime and manga fans to
relax with friends, watch anime, read manga, and share fan
-fiction and fan-art. No registration required.
Halloween Party! - Thursday, October 27 from 6-8 PM
Join the Club Otaku for a most terrifying Halloween party.
Enjoy two hours of fun, games, prizes, anime and of course
cosplay! The night will conclude with a cosplay contest.
Prizes will go to best seamstress, most ingenuitive cosplay
and overall the best costume. FREE - For ages 13-19.
PROGRAMS and SERVICES
Children’s Corner
Family Nights - Monday Nights @ 7:00 PM
Something New!
Toddler, Preschool and Book Babies Storytimes
Join us for stories, rhymes, games, crafts, and other activities.
Pre-School (ages 4-6): Tuesdays @ 10:00 AM & 1:30 PM
Toddlers (ages 2½-4): Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM
Book Babies (ages 0-2): Thursdays @ 11:00 AM
NOTE: Storytimes will begin the week of Sept. 12th — No registration required
MOVE & GROOVE STORYTIME
None In Sept. / Mon, Oct 3 and Thurs, Oct 6 @ 11:00 AM
Everyone is invited to shake, shimmy and dance. This program
focuses on music and movement with our preschoolers. Children
will dance, use scarves, rhythm sticks, egg shakers and other
musical instruments. FREE - No registration required
American Girl Doll Breakfast - Sat, Oct 1 @ 11 AM
Join us for donuts and juice as we welcome our American Girl
Dolls to their new home at the library. Please feel free to bring your
favorite doll to join in the fun. We will play bingo and make a
special craft. FREE - Registration is required.
Kids Club from 6:30-7:30 pm - Children in grades 3rd through 5th are
invited to participate Kid’s Club each month. Activities will include, crafts,
cooking, reader’s theater, games, book themed programs and more.
October 18 - Reader’s Theater! No memorization, costumes, or special
lighting is needed! We will perform two fun plays, “The Princess and the
Frog” and “Farmyard Security.” Register now!
Family Movie Night - Friday, October 14 | Finding Dory (PG)
Spend an evening at the library watching a movie. Enjoy popcorn, snacks
and a drink, plus a fun craft activity. Doors open at 6:30, movie will begin at
7:00. Blankets, pillows and pj’s welcome. Registration is required.
Fall Storywalk - Saturday, October 15 @ 12 - 2:00 pm
Enjoy the outdoors and listen to fall themed stories. We will have games,
crafts and decorate a mini-pumpkin. Refreshments will be available. This
program is sponsored in part by the Whitehall Community Lions Club.
Registration is required.
Preschool Art Workshop - Friday, Oct. 7, 14, and 21 @ 2:30 pm
Join us for an afternoon of art fun. Classes will include seasonal projects,
exploring textures, painting, and sculpting. Registration is required.
Oct. 7 Autumn Tree | Oct 14 Apple Stamping/Apple Pie Playdough |
Oct 21 Spookly Pumpkin face
Homeschoolers @ your Library 1:30-2:30 pm
Visit our new Homeschoolers group that meets once a month. Each session
will focus on different homeschool enrichment activities. The programs run
approximately 45 minutes to one hour and are geared for ages 6 through
12. Younger children are welcome to attend and participate as they are
able. We will also provide toys and a separate play space for little ones.
October 13 - Reader’s Theater
Frightfully Fun Halloween Party - Friday Oct. 28 @ 6:30 PM
Wear your costume and have a frightfully good time at this “family friendly,”
Halloween party. We will have Halloween stories, crafts, and games.
After the party we will trick or treat through the library. Don’t miss this
spooktacular event! Registration is required.
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Library Services
3 WAYS TO RENEW:
1. From the library's web site, click on MY ACCOUNT and
follow the instructions
2. 412-622-1895 - Call the Automated Phone Renewal at
the bottom of your DATE DUE slip
3. 412-882-6622 - Call when the library is open for staff
assistance
---------------------------------------------------------------------------BOOKS ON WHEELS
This service is for any Whitehall resident,
regardless of age, who cannot come to the
Library. Dedicated volunteers will deliver items to
your home. For additional information, please
call 412-882-6622 and ask for Brandon.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG) - We are recruiting teen volunteers!
Join our group that meets once per month to express ideas, organize
upcoming library activities, and suggest new teen programs. They also help
select library materials, decorate the teen area, and complete other projects
in the library. TAG members can meet new friends, enjoy pizza and earn
community service hours! Registration is required for the October 5th
meeting. TAG meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm.
Second Chapter Café - There are many
activities within our café. Pick up a calendar in
the library, at the library kiosk inside the Caste
Village mall, or online. Friday movies @ 1:15pm.
WPL TECH TALK! - Informational Sessions, Tech Help, and Tips
Informational Sessions
An amazing new library service for everyone…
Saturdays 10:30-11:30 am / Registration Required
Windows 10 Class / Sept 17 - Did you get a device that
runs Windows 10? This class will teach you about important
settings, how to navigate and customize the Start menu and
various screens, and how to find and install apps that you'll love
to use. If you have a problem with your account login
information, please schedule an appointment ahead of time
to get help.
Word 2016 / Oct 1 - This class will go over basic but powerful features of Word 2016 including hyperlinks, charts, tables,
formatting, templates, & more!
FREE - With your library card!
No matter your age, your life style or interests – there’s a course
Tablet Workshops: Saturdays 10:30-11:30am / Register
waiting just for you! Universal Class offers over 500 courses
Ipad Basics / Oct 15 - This class will help you get started
that are both self-paced and instructor-led.
with your new ipad or ipad mini. We will go over Settings, wifi,
and how to install free and useful apps to your devices.
Classes offered cover every topic imaginable; from accounting,
Kindle Fire Basics / Nov 5 - This class will help you get
computers, and writing to crafts, cooking, and pet care. Continuing
started with your new Kindle Fire. We will go over Settings, wifi,
and how to install free and useful apps to your devices. Bring
power cord and make sure your device is fully charged.
education certificates are offered.
Note for workshops: Please bring power cord and make sure your
device is fully charged. Additionally, if you have a problem with your
account login information, please schedule an appointment ahead of
time to get help.
Real Courses - We provide high quality, online courses to help you learn
the skills needed to achieve your goals. Our courses are not just tutorials;
they are real. They include lessons, exams, assignments, discussion boards
and an instructor to help you master the learning outcomes.
Assessment of Your Progress - Verify your learning progress with the
Tablet support group -- Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 pm
Sept 28 / Oct 26 / Nov 30
assessment of assignments and exams. Receive actual grades and feedback
regarding your performance.
Stop in and share your tablet issues with other users. Get
answers to general usage questions, how to download apps,
& more! An expert will be available to answer and research more
in-depth questions. Join us to learn about these new technologies.
Bring power cord and make sure your device is fully charged.
If you have a problem with your account login information,
please schedule an appointment ahead of time to get help.
contact hours, and course completion. Build your online portfolio and share
your achievements with others.
Earn CEUs and Certificates - Earn a certificate documenting your CEUs,
Go At Your Own Pace - All courses are self-paced.
Get Started:
Visit our website—
TECHNOLOGY HELP (by appointment only)
If you have specific computer or device related questions, call the
library to schedule a 30 minute one-on-one session with a knowledgeable staff member (412-882-6622). NOTE: We do not provide
diagnostic, trouble-shooting or system upgrades or set-up on
home computers or laptops.
www.whitehallpubliclibrary.org
Find the Universal Class—
It’s all FREE
with your
library card.
On the menu bar under
Digital Services/Online Learning tab
Questions?—
Call the library and ask for one of our reference
librarians 412-882-6622
Ways to support the library. Donations / Memorials / And More...
MEMORIALS & HONORARIUMS - An unique way to honor someone, or to commemorate a special event, please consider donating to the Whitehall Public Library. Call 412-882-6622 for more information or download a donation brochure from our website.
MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS - One of the easiest ways to increase your gift to the library is through your employer. Many employers will match
your donation to the Library, thereby increasing your contribution. Contact the Human Resources Department at your workplace to get more information on
the options they offer.
UNITED WAY CONTRIBUTIONS - You can designate all or part of your United Way contributions to the Whitehall Public Library. Simply use
donor code 2875. Your contributions will be used for programming, furniture, or the collection for the library.
BOOK SALE - The Library will accept donations of used books, audio books, music CDs, DVDs, puzzles and games on a year round basis. Please
bring them in during regular library hours. Plus, be sure to check out our ongoing book sale inside the library.
AMAZON SMILE - Simply go to the Website, and select the Friends of the Whitehall Library as your designated charitable
organization. The Amazon Smile Foundation will then direct 0.5% from all eligible sales to the Friends.