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1 0 0 N O R W I N P U B L I C L I B R A R Y C a r u t h e r s L a n e • I r w i n , P A 1 5 6 4 2 w w w . N o r w i n P u b l i c L i b r a r y . o r g 7 2 4 / 8 6 3 - 4 7 0 0 When most people think of a public library, what comes to mind? Books, right? Did you know libraries also offer many types of programs, most of them free of charge? Here is a list of upcoming Adult programs. Grab your calendar, and call us at 724.863.4700 to register! Is there a Shamrock on your family tree? Nearly one in nine people can claim some Irish ancestry. DIGGING YOUR SHAMROCK ROOTS on Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30pm will take a look at the social and economic upheavals that sent millions of Irish immigrants to America and offer some tips concerning the unique challenges of researching Irish ancestry. Genealogists don’t want to miss LOVE AND MARRIAGE on Wednesday, April 9 at 6:30pm. This program deals with romance in your family tree. Learn how to look for your ancestors, even after their names have changed! “Clang, Clang, Clang went the trolley….Ding, Ding, Ding went the bell…” and you might be sing-sing-singing that tune after you join Andy Blenko on Monday, March 24 at 6:30pm as he takes a LOOK BACK AT THE STREETCARS OF IRWIN. Andy will discuss the history of streetcars in Irwin and the ways in which they shaped our community. Come to learn more and bring your memories! We’ll be welcoming Gregory Gibson Kenney Monday, April 14 at 7pm, as he portrays Pirates baseball legend ROBERTO CLEMENTE and guides you on a journey from his childhood to his legendary