Shaler North Hills Library
1822 Mt. Royal Boulevard • 412.486.0211 • www. shalerlibrary. org
Please call the library at 412.486.0211 or visit us online at www. shalerlibrary. org to register for all programs unless“ no registration needed” is indicated.
LIBRARY HOURS:
• Open Sundays from 1:00- 5:00 p. m. through May 21
• Closed Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16 for Easter
• Closed Sunday, May 28 and Monday, May 29 for Memorial Holiday
• Closing at 4:00 p. m. on Friday, June 2 for Shaler Area Graduation haler TOWNSHIP OF SHALER NEWS
The Great Spring Book Sale Blowout Sponsored by Friends of Shaler North Hills Library Time to stock up on great books, paperbacks, AV materials, games, puzzles and more for all ages, at bargain prices. The Library gratefully accepts gently used books, music CDs, DVDs, puzzles and games any time. Thanks for your support.
Friends of SNHL Preview Night: Friday, April 21( 6:30 – 8:30 p. m.) Membership only $ 10.00!
Book and Bake Sale: Saturday, April 22( 10:00 a. m. – 7:30 p. m.)
Bag Sale: Sunday, April 23( 10:00 a. m. – 4:30 p. m.) Library opens for business at 1:00 p. m.
75th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION( see programs on previous page)
GET ADVENTUROUS! A NEW ADULT SERIES:
Fly-Fishing Simplified Tuesday, April 11 from 6:30- 8:00 PM. Join Steven Plut as he simplifies this sport for all. There’ s an evergrowing interest by women in learning to fly fish too. Stephen will quickly have you out on the water and catching fish!
An Introduction to Beekeeping Tuesday, May 9 from 6:30- 8:00 PM It’ s common knowledge that bees are a vital part to our food and ecosystem. Local resident Jim Stein will enchant you with his knowledge of bees, beekeeping and honey production. Jim sells his honey at the Etna Farmers Market seasonally.
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ARTS AND LITERATURE FOR ADULTS
An Evening with Poet & Calligrapher Huang Xiang Thursday, April 6 from 7:00- 9:00 PM Art & Inspiration International presents guest poet and calligrapher Huang Xiang, who is considered the pre-eminent post-cultural revolution poet of China. No registration needed.
Brush Buddies Night with Artist Elaine Bergstrom Friday, April 28 from 7:00- 9:00 PM Paint it and take it! Bring snacks, beverages( BYOB) and your creativity. COST: $ 25 prepaid at registration includes canvas, paints, brushes and Elaine’ s guidance. Limited to 30 people. Payment due at registration.
SNHL’ S Third Authors & Artists Festival Saturday, May 20 from 10:00 AM.- 3:00 PM Enjoy viewing original artworks, perusing new literary works, and talking with the artists and authors. And consider purchasing original art and new books for yourself and as great gifts. No registration needed.
KIDS: BE KIND TO MOTHER EARTH AND FELLOW EARTHLINGS!
Our Own Backyard Tuesdays: April 4 and May 2 from 7:00- 7:45 PM Explore the garden’ s changes with each season, nurture a sense of wonder in nature, and create projects to enjoy.
Kindness Kids Tuesdays: April 11 and May 9 at 7:00 PM Have fun and perform Deliberate Acts of Kindness for others, for the environment, and for our community.
NEW! Earth Day Recycling Relay Saturday, April 22 from 11:15 AM- 12:15 PM Celebrate Earth Day with games, activities, and a relay race with recyclables and trash!
ART AND SCIENCE FOR BUDDING PICASSOS AND EINSTEINS!
NEW- Fun with the Five Senses Tuesdays: April 4 and May 9 from 7:00- 7:30 p. m. Wacky, messy family fun in this new five-session workshop in which we will explore touch, hearing, smell, sight and taste. A great extension to STEAM learning! Preschoolers, with a caregiver. No registration needed.
Art from the Start Thursdays: April 6, May 4, and June 1 from 10:15- 11:15 AM Share an art experience with your toddler or preschooler. No registration needed.