LIBRARY BUZZ:
Library announcements, programs & event highlights, related links, librarian comments
Labor Day Weekend - Library CLOSED - August 31 and September 1
Congratulations to the winners of the 2008 Summer Reading Club Reading program! The library hosted a fun bowling party at AMF Bowling for the patrons who read 5 books or more. Keep on reading!
Entertainment Gift Basket Giveaway!
Bring in a friend that doesn’t already subscribed to our BOOKS | BYTES | BUZZ and have them sign up to receive the newsletter. You and your friend will become eligible to win an Entertainment Gift Basket made by our reference librarians. Winners must have a current valid library card.
EVENTS:
The Organized Student: Back to School Tips to Last a Lifetime
Sep 3 - 9-10:30 am
Certified Professional Organizer and former teacher Leslie McKee of McKee Organizing Services Inc., will share tips and strategies to help organize the family, the home and the student for success.
Be GREEN
Saving on Home Energy - Practical and Affordable Solutions
Be GREEN: This three part series will be held over a three month period - Sep, Oct, & Nov. Each session is scheduled for three hours, that includes presentations and demonstrations. We will encourage Q&A. Bring your utitlity bills as reference material for diagnostic methods discussion.
Each session will repeat a 60 minute introductory overview that will provide the participants with: - Home energy demographic information from the Dept of Energy & EPA. - The EnergyStar initiatives for new and existing homes. - Western Pennsylvania residential energy initiatives (rebates and incentives) - Building Science basics to assist participants in making informed choices to address their home energy issues - Diagnostic methods.
Session One: Heating, Cooling & Domestic Hot Water concepts, issues and potential improvements
Sep 6 – 1-4 pm
Session Two: Do it yourself items. Myths, rumors, folk lore & facts…. Ventilation, Heath & Safety, Thermostat settings, Appliances & Phantom loads
Oct 25 – 1-4 pm
Session Three: Renewable home energy sources and practical implementations : Passive Solar, Solar Thermal, Photovoltaic, Geothermal
Nov 15 – 1-4 pm
Lawn-less Gardens
Sep 20 1-4 pm
Learn how to get started with lawnlessness: and never mow your lawn again.
Worm Composting
Sep 25 7-8:45 pm
Learn how to compost with the Pennsylvania Resources Council. Cost is $45 per person/ $55 per couple/family. A worm composting bin with ˝ lb. of red wiggler worms is included!
Registration is required. To sign up or for more information call Erika at 412-431-4449 ext. 325
Pennsylvania Resource Council
MORE ACTIVITIES:
Sing, Sign and Play
Sep 8&11 and 15&18 - 10-11 am
Sign language for children taught with songs and activities. For children ages 6 months to 4 years with a parent or caregiver. Registration is required. Sign up at the Children's Desk.
This is a two session class. Please pre-register for two Monday or two Thursday sessions.
College Admissions 101
Sep 9 7-8:30 pm
Are you a student dreaming of life after high school? Or a parent concerned about paying for your child’s education? All high school students and parents welcome.
Identity Theft
Sep 9 7-8:30 pm 
Did you know that insurance consumers have an advocate in Pennsylvania? The Office of Consumer Liason for the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance acts as an independent voice for Pennsylvania consumers relating to their insurance coverage needs and questions. Their goal is to help you understand your insurance policies and to help you to make informed decisions. Find out more from a representative of the Office on Tuesday September 9 at 7:00 PM. The first part of the program will focus on help in combating the growing problem of identity theft. Bring your questions!
Sock Monkey Making Workshop
Sep 11 7-8:30 pm
Learn to make the original red heel sock monkey to donate to disadvantaged children here in Pittsburgh or across the world.If you want to make a sock monkey for yourself, you can purchase a pair of socks at the program for $10, otherwise all supplies and instructions are included. Please register at the ADULT REFERENCE DESK or call 412-531-1912.
Scrabble Tournament
Sep 13 9-5 pm. Join fellow players in an all day tournament. Fee is $16. Click on Scrabble Tournament for more information.
Sep 16 6:30-9 pm
The world's attention has recently focused on China, the host of the 2008 Olympics. On September 16 two University of Pittsburgh http://www.pitt.edu/ scholars will help you gain a clear understanding of China's dynamic emergence as a world leader in the twenty-first century as discussed in their 2007 book, China's Rise and the Balance of Influence in Asia. Dr. William W. Keller is director of the Matthew B. Ridgeway Center for International Security Studies http://www.ridgeway.pitt.edu/ Dr. Thomas G. Rawski is professor of economics and history. Join us to learn for a more in-depth understanding of this fascinating country. The program begins at 6:30 PM. Authors Dr. William W. Keller and Dr. Thomas G. Rawski will be here to discuss their book.
Women's Health Education
Sep 17 6:30-8 pm
Contact: Karen Boyer 1-877-284-2000
Topic: Understanding Diabetes
Presenter: Donna Gislesons, CRNP. Registration is required. Call 1-877-284-2000
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Foundation Center
Sep 19 9-12 noon
Fundraising 101
Presenter: Teresa Gregory. Pre-registration is required. Call Jim Lutton at 412-281-7143 or luttonj@carnegielibrary.org
Chicklit Book Group--DIY Bath & Body Spa
Sep 24 3:15-5pm
Welcome back! Our teen girls open book discussion group meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month during football season and the 4th Friday of every month the rest of the year. Come discuss whatever you are reading, learn about new releases, snack and chat about life! Starting time approximately after school. All middle and high school girls welcome.
Scarecrows!
Sep 28 2-3 pm
Stories and activities.
Craft Saturdays - bring the family on the 1st Saturdays of every month, 9am-4:30pm, ages 3 and up
SEPTEMBER CALENDARS:
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LIBRARY TIPS:
Specific tips on how to get the most out of your library.
Playing DVD Movies and Music on CD at the Library
Click here for a brochure explaining how to play a movie on DVD using Autoplay and without Autoplay, also playing a music CD.
LIBRARY BOOKS:
Expand Your Mind this Fall with collections and topics that will help you and your family become more knowledgeable in a fun and easy way using your library resources. EXPAND YOUR MIND RESOURCE LIST
Great Course Selection offers a wide variety of mind expanding topics.
Muzzy Language Collection for children
September Project
The September Project is a grassroots effort to encourage events about freedom and democracy in all libraries in all countries during the month of September. In 2004, we began the September Project to break the silence following September 11, and to invite all people into libraries to consider topics of patriotism, democracy, and citizenship.
As the project evolved, events spread throughout the month of September and focused on issues of freedom and democracy.
Freedom Resource List
Playaways– are self-contained audio books that weigh 2 ounces and are half the size of a deck of cards! Stop by and check one out! Playaways have now been merged with all of our books on tape and CD. They are easy to spot as they look like a movie video.
New Music CD's
We are quickly adding to our music selection. Come check out the new improved collection of classic, pop, rock and more new releases. Our "new" music display rack in located in the front of the library across from the circulation desk.
First-run, Award-winning, Independent Films on DVD
Too many great films are never released widely, despite critical acclaim and major awards. Millions of film fans across the country never get the chance to see them. Click here to access our Film Movement selection and discover the best foreign and independent films available in our library.
LIBRARY BYTES:
Helpful databases, web related information
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Click HERE for more information and START DOWNLOADING TODAY!
NEXT MONTH'S PREVIEW:
Chinese & French Storytimes
Books & Bubbly Fall Book Pre-sale
Twice Sold Tales Fall Book Sale
Fright Night