IN Mt. Lebanon Spring 2016 | Page 80

mlpl MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY CALENDAR OF EVENTS The Poetry of Dr. Samuel Hazo 7 p.m., Monday, March 21 A poetry reading and discussion by the esteemed poet, Dr. Samuel Hazo, the founder and director of the International Poetry Forum in Pittsburgh and Pennsylvania’s first State Poet (1993‑2003). Beading Workshop 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 23 3:30 p.m., Thursday, March 24 Kathy Shomo, author of Anyone Can Bead!, presents this fun-filled, easy class in which she’ll teach basic design and construction techniques for making jewelry. With The Bead Lady’s help, you’ll complete your choice of a beaded bracelet or bookmark. All supplies provided. Registration required at the Reference Desk or 412.531.1912 ext. 209. Middle schoolers to adults. Computer and Electronic Device Recycling Event 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, March 26 Upper Lot behind the Library Commonwealth Computer Recycling will host a hard drive shredding and electronics waste recycling event. Vehicle unloading assistance will be provided to all visitors. Accepted items include computer equipment, cellphones, small appliances, cameras, calculators, typewriters, fax machines, keyboards, computer peripherals, and more. A full list of acceptable items— including ones that require a fee to dispose—is at www.ccrcyber.com/ events. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Card Making 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 30 Tired of paying $5 or more for a greeting card? Kathy Shomo will show you how to make lovely, one-of-a-kind cards using the simplest of tools—scissors and a glue stick. Aimed at ages 11 to adult. All supplies provided. Registration required at the reference desk. A Smart Start to Social Security 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 6 Elaine Cole, a public affairs specialist from the Social Security Administration, will conduct this two-hour presentation on the ins and outs of when and how to apply for Social Security benefits. The session, which includes a Q&A, will briefly touch on some of the recent changes made to program benefits that take effect in 2016. Be Unique, Be You and Live! 7 p.m., Wednesday, April 13 David George, member of the Autism Society’s Panel of People on the Spectrum of Autism Advisors and author of Be Unique, Be You and Live! — an autobiographical account of his life with autism — will talk about his life experiences in recognition of Autism Awareness Month. Advocacy for Women and Girls at the United Nations 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 19 Erin Morey will talk about her work as a two-time delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, which aims to empower women and girls all around the world. Preparing Your House for Sale on a Budget 7 p.m., Thursday, March 31 Keller Williams Realtor Cindy Rack and Beth Agnoli of A & A Staging will discuss the many things you can do with a little time, effort and not a lot of money—both inside and outside of your house—to help it sell faster. SPOTLIGHT GAME OF THRONES: AN EVENING IN WESTEROS 7 p.m., Friday, April 22 Celebrate Game of Thrones with period-appropriate music, food, wine, and mead. University of Pittsburgh Professor Emily Winerock will lead a medieval dance lesson, the Knights of the Classroom will display wearable chain mail armor, and the Broken Plow Western Martial Arts & The Pittsburgh Sword Fighters will present a live steel sword demonstration. For adults 21 and older. The $20 tickets went on sale March 1 at the library and at www.mtlebanonlibrary.org. 78 724.942.0940 TO ADVERTISE | Mt. Lebanon Fiber Arts Series: Felted Critters I 1 p.m., Wednesdays, April 20-May 25 A five-week series with fiber artist LaVerne Kemp of Pittsburgh Center for the Arts. Register for each of the four classes separately at reference desk or 412.531.1912, ext 209. All supplies provided ($5 suggested donation per session). April 20 and 27: Felted Critters I and II. Learn three basic felting techniques to create a unique critter using prepared and dyed sheep’s wool, soap, water, and lots of muscle to make the magic happen. In session II, you’ll assemble and