SHALER NORTH HILLS LIBRARY
SHALER NORTH HILLS LIBRARY
1822 Mt . Royal Boulevard • 412.486.0211 • www . shalerlibrary . org
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CURRENT HOURS
• Monday through Thursday : 10:00 a . m . to 8:00 p . m .
• Friday and Saturday : 10:00 a . m . to 5:00 p . m .
• Sunday : Closed
HOLIDAY HOURS AND CLOSURES
• Monday , September 2 : Closed for Labor Day
• Saturday , September 21 : Closed for Shaler Area Homecoming . See you at Shaler Area ’ s Homecoming Parade with our Super Fun Games Gang ! Visit shalerarea . org for more information .
• Thursday , October 31 : Closing at 5:00 p . m . Wishing all our trick-ortreaters a safe and Happy Halloween !
FACILITY WORK :
As we go to press , we have scheduled the upgrades to our elevator which is , amazingly , in its fifth decade of service to library patrons and staff ! As you read this , our elevator upgrade should be underway . Please check our website and social media for service updates as we strive to ensure the least disruption to our services . In the Fall of 2023 , with the support of Shaler Township officials , Shaler North Hills Library kicked off its capital campaign , “ Bottoms Up !” to raise funds to install a new , fully accessible downstairs restroom and renovate the upstairs restrooms . Thanks to Shaler Township ’ s support , your gifts , and a Keystone Grant , we ’ re making significant strides towards our goal . Although our original architect is no longer available , Shaler Township has connected us with a new engineering firm to guide us forward . We anticipate construction to begin in early 2025 . Your continued support and patience means a lot to us as we work to enhance our library ’ s accessibility and amenities .
LOVE YOUR LIBRARY ALL SEPTEMBER ! From the Director : September marks Love Your Library Month , a time when every donation makes an even greater impact thanks to the generous pro-rated match provided by The Buncher Foundation . Last year , your generosity helped us secure a $ 10,000 match from the Foundation , which is instrumental in funding our new restroom and upgrades on the second floor . As we strive to enhance our community facility further , we are now focusing on updating the library with new carpet tiles and fresh paint throughout . Additionally , with the loss of a large portion of storage , we are seeking financial support for a five-year storage rental . Your contribution , no matter the size , will directly contribute to making these improvements possible . Your investment in the library is truly an investment in our community , enriching the lives of everyone who visits and uses our resources . Thank you so much . ~ Sharon McRae
• Puzzle Competition for Adults — Saturday , September 14 at 7:00 p . m . Gather a team of up to 5 people and compete against others to see how fast you can complete a 500-piece puzzle . BYOB and snacks to enjoy . We supply terrible prizes ! $ 10.00 per person . Register and pay at : tinyurl . com / LYLpuzzling2024 .
• Book Group Bonanza at Hampton Community Library — Thursday , September 19 at 6:30 p . m . Gather your book group or friends ( up to 8 per team ) and play trivia on popular titles and books to screen . BYOB and snacks . Meet others and swap ideas ! Raffles , games , and cheesy prizes ! $ 10.00 per person . Register and pay at : tinyurl . com / bookbonanza2024 .
SPECIAL EVENTS FOR THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY See you at Shaler Township ’ s Fall Fest — Saturday , September 28 . Visit shaler . org for more information !
National Drug Take Back — Saturday , October 26 from 10:00 a . m . to 2:00 p . m . Officers from the Shaler Township Police Department will collect expired and unused prescription medications and vaping materials in the library parking lot .
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Friends of SNHL Annual Fall Book Sale for adults and teens — featuring a great selection of books , audiobooks , DVDs , puzzles , games , and more at bargain prices ! Cash , check , or charge accepted . Volunteers welcomed !
• Friends of SNHL Preview Night — Friday , November 1 from 6:30 to 8:00 p . m .
• Book and Bake Sale — Saturday , November 2 from 10:00 a . m . to 4:00 p . m .
• Bag Sale — Sunday , November 3 from 10:00 a . m . to 4:00 p . m .
FALL PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS Featured Programs : Please register on our website , through links on our social media , or by calling 412-486-0211 .
· The History of Pro Football in Pittsburgh : Heartaches to Glory — Friday , September 13 at 1:30 p . m . Local researcher Jim Haller shares his insights on professional football in Pittsburgh , answering many fascinating questions .
· Science / Speculative Fiction with Local Authors Josh Bellin and T . N . Eyer — Tuesday , September 17 at 6:30 p . m . While Eyer ’ s innovative novel explores seeking immortality at a high cost , Bellin gives us a time-travelling thriller with an agent who undertakes short-term time travel to erase crimes before they occur .
· The Importance of Play : Documentary & Panel Discussion — Thursday , September 26 at 6:00 p . m . Join us for a viewing of the noted documentary Playing for Keeps by KPJR Films shown at 15 film festivals throughout the world , followed by an interactive discussion examining the importance of play and downtime for us all .
· Historic Buildings of North Park — Friday , October 18 at 1:30 p . m . We welcome back popular Park Ranger Deaglan McManus for another informative talk on North Park — this time exploring its historic buildings .
· Protecting Yourself from Frauds & Scams — Thursday , October 24 at 1:30 p . m . Helpful advice from Senior Advocate Joseph Giuffre of the Allegheny County District Attorney ’ s Office . Learn about the “ Fraud Squad ”!
· Come Traveling with Us !— Tuesday evenings this Fall at 6:30 p . m . Prepare for wonder as we ‘ visit ’ Greece with local guide Nora Peace and the Galapagos with local guide Stu Chandler . Get ready to hear about the people and culture .
Returning This Fall : Check for dates and time for these popular programs .
· Botanic Drawing Classes — Monday evenings . A 6-week series of guided instruction on drawing botanics from nature , with teacher and botanical illustrator Robin Menard . Limited class size and instructor fee .
· Nature Snippets for Adults — Thursday afternoons once a month . Watch for dates . Join Master Naturalists for interactive sessions about Nature . For adults , ages 16 and up .
· Hot Topics : Legal Issues in Plain Language with Pittsburgh Estate Law , LLC — Watch for dates . Attorneys from Pittsburgh Estate Law provide free guidance on a variety of legal topics .
· Food Truck Fun — Watch for the Pittsburgh Pierogi Truck and Mission Mahi in the front parking lot of SNHL .
Ongoing Programs : Details on our website ’ s Event Calendar or call us at 412-486-0211 for more information .
Care and Support
• Gentle Exercise for Seniors — Mondays & Fridays at 8:45 a . m . Small fee for instructor .
• NEW THIS FALL ! Wednesday Morning Wake Up : Dancercise for Adults — Wednesdays : September 4 – November 6 from 8:30 to 9:15 a . m . Dance along to the oldies with Miss Ing !