MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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MT. LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Kennywood’ s 100 + year history. Founded in 1898 at the terminus of the Monongahela Street Railway trolley line, the park quickly grew into a favorite summertime destination. Kennywood is unique in that it is one of the country’ s few successful trolley parks. In 1987, Kennywood was designated a National Historic Landmark and is known today as America’ s Finest Traditional Amusement Park. Hahner is an avid amusement park and roller coaster enthusiast and has been a lifelong fan of Kennywood. He is a member of the National Amusement Park Historical Association and the Darkride and Funhouse Enthusiasts.
HAYDN AND HIS MUSIC 10 a. m., Fridays, July 6- Aug. 17( no class July 20)
Dr. Cleon Cornes will present an overview of the life of Franz Joseph Haydn, the Austrian composer whose influence on his contemporaries and later composers was immense. The class includes music and video.
28TH ANNUAL GARDEN TOUR 11 a. m.-4 p. m., Sunday, July 8
This self-guided tour features nine diverse Mt. Lebanon gardens, including the library’ s own garden, which the National Wildlife Federation certified as a Wildlife Habitat. This year Mt. Lebanon Arboretum and Mt. Lebanon Nature Conservancy will be included along with three next-door neighbors in Mainline and two neighbors on Longridge. Expert and amateur gardeners alike will find inspiration and garden beauty.
After touring the library’ s garden, stop at one of the food trucks in the parking lot for a snack and then check out the library’ s perennial sale for a few new plants for your yard. The plants, donated from local gardens, are appropriate for Western Pennsylvania growing conditions and offered at discount prices. Master gardeners and a Pittsburgh Rose Society Consulting Rosarian will offer free consultations.
Tickets for the Garden Tour are $ 15 per person in advance and $ 20 on the day of the tour online or at the library.
embellishments to a denim garment or piece of fabric. $ 5 suggested donation. No one under age 11 allowed in program room. Registration required. Participants should bring a garment or piece of denim, cotton, or linen fabric to class.
THAT WAS VAUDEVILLE 7 p. m., Thursday, July 12
Musician Stephen Lee Rich performs music from the Vaudeville era, peppered with descriptions of what Vaudeville was and its impact on American culture. He spices the program with anecdotes about the stars of the day. Leavened with comedic storytelling and a bit of yodeling, the program is suitable for all ages. Presented by the Historical Society of Mount Lebanon.
ISABELLE DE BORCHGRAVE:
FASHIONING ART FROM PAPER 2 p. m., Tuesday, July 17
Longwood at Home sponsors this sneak preview of the Frick Art & Historical Center’ s upcoming exhibit on Belgian artist Isabelle de Borchgrave’ s marvelous paper costumes.
CHANTEUSES OF THE JAZZ AND BIG
BAND ERAS 2 p. m., Wednesdays, July 18 and 25
Mike Plaskett, from radio’ s Rhythm Sweet & Hot, presents two song-filled audio / visual presentations from 16 women( and a few incredible males) who made musical history. See vintage photos and hear long-lost recordings!
PRE-TOUR GARDEN PARTY:
STARDUST SWING 7 p. m., Saturday, July 7
Enjoy a night under the stars at Mt. Lebanon Public Library’ s pre-tour Garden Party. The library’ s lovely garden is the setting for entertainment by the Chris Potter Trio, desserts, cocktails, and wine. Tickets are $ 30 at the library, online, and at the door. Event will be held inside if it rains. Hosted by the Library Board of Trustees.
ROCK YOUR DENIM WITH NEEDLE
FELTING 1 and 7 p. m., Tuesday, July 10
Fiber artist Judé Ernest will help you add fabulous needle felted surface
JAPANESE TEA CEREMONY 11 a. m., Saturday, July 21 Noon, Saturday, July 21 Learn the history and philosophy of the Japanese tea ceremony from Urasenke tea master Yuko Eguchi. Listen to live koto music and
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