A Letter From
Library Director ,
DANA FARABAUGH
It ’ s hard to believe fall is already here ! This summer seemed to fly by with how busy we were at the Jefferson Hills Public Library . Our summer reading program was the biggest one yet , with over 300 kids from pre-k through fourth grade joining us to learn about wildlife , meet a blue-tongued skink and his corn snake friend , dance the morning away , be wowed by a magician , and celebrate the conclusion of another summer with an ice cream party . I want to thank the amazing staff at the library for their hard work this summer . It was one of the busiest in recent years , and I ’ m so grateful to have friendly folks at the library who are dedicated to serving their community .
Now that summer is over , we ’ re shifting our focus to helping students succeed in school . Thanks to a partnership with the Pleasant Hills Public Library and West Jefferson School District , every Thomas Jefferson High School Student has been issued a digital library card that gives them free access to our online resources , including eBooks , databases , and an on-demand tutoring service . Tutor . com is an amazing resource that allows
Students Learn from Artists in Five-Week ANIMATION CAMP
A five-week camp beginning in July , brought to the library by the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts and media , gave students in grades 8 through 10 an opportunity to learn from professional artists and use the tools pros use . Artist Jayla Patton guided the students through every step of creating digital animations by showing them illustration and cartooning techniques for creating layouts and characters , inking , and adding color with watercolors . students of all ages to connect with a live tutor for free . Tutor . com offers help with math , science , English , writing , social studies , Spanish , computer literacy , AP ® courses , and more . Visit our website at jeffersonhillslibrary . org to learn more .
We ’ re also looking forward to a full slate of fall programs for adults that truly has something for everyone . This fall , you can learn about the dangers of drug use in our community , the history of witches in Western Pennsylvania , have your questions about Medicare answered , try a new craft , or attend a movie with your family — all for free , and all at the Jefferson Hills Public Library . I ’ m so proud of what we ’ re accomplishing at the library , and none of it would be possible without the support of our community members . September is Love Your Library month in Allegheny County , and thanks to a generous contribution from the Jack Buncher Foundation all donations made to the library in September will be partially matched . If you want to be a champion for community connection and lifelong learning , please consider donating to the library this September to help us reach our goal of $ 10,000 . Every cent will be reinvested back into the community through programs , resources , and materials .
Summer Reading Memories
Thanks to everyone who helped to make our summer reading program a huge success with over 300 kids from pre-school through 4th grade joining us for some exciting “ Oceans of Possibilities ” adventures . est Jefferson Hills BOROUGH OF JEFFERSON HILLS LIBRARY NEWS
All gifts to the Jefferson Hills Public Library made between September 1 and September 30 will be partially matched thanks to a generous donation from the Jack Buncher Foundation ! Love YOUR Library and create a connection by making a gift today .
Scan the QR code to visit our online donation form and share the love with your library !
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