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Northern Tier Regional Library Northern Tier Library Upcoming Events The program will be about an hour long, followed by a question-and- answer session with refreshments. The authors will have copies of their books for sale and available to sign. Registration is required. AUTHORS NIGHT The Friends of the Northern Tier Library are proud to present their annual Authors Night on Thursday, Oct. 17, at 7 p.m. The evening will feature four local authors: Abigail Drake writes women’s fiction, young adult fiction, and blogs about her naughty Labrador, Capone. Her newest book, “Love, Chocolate, & a Dog Named Al Capone,” is set in Beaver. Donald Firesmith lives in Crafton and writes modern paranormal fantasy and apocalyptic science fiction. He has authored seven technical books, but his foray into fiction includes “The Secrets of Hawthorne House.” Kathleen George is a professor of theatre and writing at the University of Pittsburgh. She has a series of procedural thrillers set in Pittsburgh, as well as “The Johnstown Girls,” her historical fiction novel about the Johnstown Flood. Michael Meyer teaches nonfiction writing at the University of Pittsburgh and spends the off-season in Singapore. He first went to China in 1995 with the Peace Corps and is the author of the acclaimed “The Last Days of Old Beijing.” 36 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE ❘ CHARCUTERIE BOARD Join Northern Tier Library and Chef Mike from the Market District in Wexford on Thursday, Oct. 10, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for a demonstration of charcuterie board preparation. Participants will have an opportunity to mingle and sample the assortment! Registration is required. THE HISTORY OF PENNSYLVANIA AS TOLD THROUGH PA BOOKS Brian Lockman, President and CEO of the Pennsylvania Cable Network, has hosted more than 800 episodes of PCN’s popular television show, “PA Books.” Join Brian at Northern Tier Library on Monday, Oct. 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For over 20 years, authors have appeared on the program to discuss their books about the state’s history, people and culture. Starting with the first humans who lived here 16,000 years ago to the New Sweden colony, from the American Revolution to Gettysburg, and from the Industrial Revolution up to the present, Pennsylvania’s rich story has icmags.com been told by some of today’s most prominent historians. Brian will share some of his favorite books and stories from his 20 years of talking with authors. Attendees will hear about some lesser-known scenes from PA’s history. Registration is required. HOW TO PREVENT ACHES WHILE READING If you get aches, pains, or headaches while reading, then this program is for you! Join Dr. Jordan Rozich from Richland Chiropractic Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. as he discusses and demonstrates the importance of proper reading ergonomics. This program will include ergonomic and postural tips to prevent aches and pains, as well as ways you can minimize discomfort if it does occur. Registration is required. COOKING CLASSES WITH CHEF CAROL Join Chef Carol Nardello this fall for a cooking class on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at 6 p.m.! Mediterranean Feast - Pesto Bruschetta w/Feta, Tomatoes, and Kalamata Olives - Braised Mediterranean Chicken - Lemon & Herb Couscous - Roasted Vegetable Medley - Sopranos-Style Tiramisu Classes are $40 each. Advance registration is required.