PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS

The Inheritance : A Family on the Front Lines of the Battle Against Alzheimer ’ s Disease

Tuesday , Apr . 4 7 to 8:30 p . m .

Alzheimer ’ s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and the only cause of death in the top 10 without any way to stop or slow it down . The Inheritance , by Niki Kapsambelis , follows the DeMoe family of North Dakota as they struggle with the most devastating form of the disease ; an inherited genetic mutation that causes the disease in 100 percent of all cases , striking its victims in their 40s , killing them in their 50s . Multiple generations of the DeMoe family are participating in a worldwide study that seeks to find a treatment for Alzheimer ’ s by 2025 . Robin McIntyre , 33 , and her sister Jessica , 36 , are two members of the DeMoe family who will appear with author Niki Kapsambelis at this event . The Inheritance follows this family ’ s courageous journey into Alzheimer ’ s research and the dramatic history of this disease . Book signing and reception to follow program .

Niki Kapsambelis was born and raised in Boston , Massachusetts . She worked for several years as a newswoman for the Associated Press in New England , Los Angeles and Pittsburgh . Her work has appeared in publications around the world , including The Washington Post , Los Angeles Times and People magazine . She lives in Mt . Lebanon .

It ’ s Your Job : Career Development

Mondays , Feb . 20 & 27 , Mar . 6 , 13 & 20 10 to 11 a . m . Cost : $ 50 for all 5 sessions Presented by Lisa Raymond

This hands-on program is to provide career development to individuals who are looking to secure employment . The class consists of 5 sessions which include how to create a resume , cover letter , and reference page ; what to do prior to , during and after the interview ; learning the necessary language for the interview and skillfully selling yourself .

Lisa Raymond has over twenty years of experience in Human Resources and has been a business owner since 1998 . She is the author of It ’ s Your Job , a quick tip guide for those entering the job market or brushing up on skills . She received a Master ’ s Degree in Leadership Business and Global Ethics from Duquesne University , has trained under Anthony Robbins , and currently teaches Public Speaking and Persuasion , and Professional Communications at Robert Morris University . Registration and payment must be received by Friday , Feb . 17 .

Justice Delayed : Solving Crimes with Forensic Science

Thursday , Mar . 2 7 to 8:30 p . m . Panel display begins at 6 p . m . and will continue to be displayed after program . Book signing to follow program .

Meet author Steve Hallock and Forensic Science expert Raymond Hsieh in a discussion of solving a local 34 year old

Cold Case – Justice Delayed : The Catherine Janet Walsh Story . Several members of California University of Pennsylvania Forensic Science Club will be available before the program and following the program .

Dr . Steve Hallock , author of the book Justice Delayed : The Catherine Janet Walsh Story , will speak about his book and the effects of murder on a small close-knit community of friends , relatives and neighbors in Monaca , PA . Dr . Hallock is director of the graduate studies program for the School of Communication at Point Park University and has a Ph . D . in Journalism from Ohio University .

Dr . Raymond Hsieh will speak about the role of Forensic Science in solving the Catherine Janet Walsh case . Dr . Hsieh will discuss what makes up trace evidence and biological evidence . Dr . Hsieh is a Professor in Criminal Justice and Forensic Science at California University of Pennsylvania and Director of Justice Studies . He is certified as a Computer Forensic Examiner and holds numerous professional forensic certifications . Dr . Hsieh has a Ph . D . in Communication Technology from The State University of New York at Buffalo .

Angela Novak , President , California University of Pennsylvania Forensic Science Club , will facilitate the student participation for this event . Student research topics / trifold displays include Autopsy , Forensic Anthropology , DNA , Digital Forensics , Evidence and Mock Crime Scene .

Maintain Your Brain

Saturday , Mar . 11 10 a . m . to noon Presented by Kevin Kramer , Executive

Director of Generations for Healthy Living

Recent research suggests you can delay the effects of dementia and Alzheimer ’ s disease by building and maintaining your “ cognitive reserve ”. Learn how you can build and improve your cognitive reserve at any age . The time to start is NOW . This free program is brought to you by Senior Living Advisors , the premier senior placement service in Western Pennsylvania .

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