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Readers’ Theater General Meeting 2 p.m., Tuesdays, July 18, August 15, September 19 This group performs for senior living facilities in the South Hills area. So what is Readers’ Theater? Well, the difference between theater and Readers’ Theater is that there is no stage setting—the “actors” read from scripts (so there is no memorizing of lines). However, it is not merely reading: the actors do act and interact with each other, bringing scenes to life for the enjoyment of the audience. The group is always seeking new members; so drop by a general meeting to learn more. Laugh for the Health of It! 7 p.m., Monday, July 31 Want to relieve stress, power up your immune system and have fun, too? Julie Ann Sullivan, certified laughter leader, will transform you with her energetic and engaging style. The audience participates in interactive activities, which instill a sense of connection for everyone. Laughter workshops allow participants to learn how to create true mirthful laughter from within. South Hills Scrabble Club 1 p.m., Saturdays For teens and adults. historical geography from Northwestern University. He taught at DePaul University in Chicago and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. Mt. Lebanon Genealogy Society 1 p.m., Monday, September 18 Discuss family history and pick up research tips. Board Game Night 7 p.m., Tuesdays (except July 4) A fun night of strategy and competition playing Euro-style board games. Mah Jongg 6 p.m., Thursdays Stop by for a challenging and fun evening playing the American version of Mah Jongg. INTERNATIONAL LANGUAGE GROUPS Conversational Chinese and Chinese Culture 7 p.m., Thursdays Practice your conversational Chinese and explore Chinese culture. All levels welcome. Italian Conversation 10 a.m., Thursdays All levels welcome. Morning Spanish Literature & Conversation Group 10 a.m., Wednesdays Speak and read in Spanish on a variety of topics. All levels welcome. America’s Early Conflicts and Wars – A Geographic View 10 a.m., Monday, September 11 The focus includes the events, leaders and social-economic conditions before and during the American Civil War. Sessions include lecture, discussion and videos. Each session is topic oriented—you may join at any time without being concerned you have missed earlier sessions. Presenter Rodger Duffy has a master’s degree in Irish Gaelic Club 10 a.m., Saturdays, July 8, 22; August 12, 26; September 9, 23 Francophone Literature & Culture 10 a.m., Wednesday, September 6 Read and discuss, in French, the modern and classical writers of the Francophone world. New members welcome. Continued Mt. Lebanon | Summer 2017 | icmags.com 57