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Celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the Baldwin, Brentwood and Whitehall communities at a FREE, family-friendly, open house

event full of entertainment, music, dance and food.

Learn about the culture and traditions of the nations and ethnic groups that make up our neighborhoods.

Taste traditional foods from different nations, including local Pittsburgh favorites.

Speak with area service providers about their specific roles in support of local diversity.

Complete our Culture Fest Passport, for a chance to win a door-prize.

We’re all Neighbors! A Community Culture Festival

This event is sponsored by the Baldwin, Brentwood and Whitehall Public Libraries, with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation.

Saturday, May 20: 4 - 7 pm Location: Brentwood Public Library

3501 Brownsville Rd. | Pittsburgh, PA 15227

SPRING BOOK & FLOWER SALE

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Flower

Monday, May 15: 10 am - 8 pm

Tuesday, May 16: 8 am - 8 pm

Wednesday, May 17: 10 am - 8 pm

Thursday, May 18: 10 am - 8 pm

Friday, May 19: 10 am - 5 pm

Spring Flower Sale: Order your spring flowers & plants through the

library from Janoski’s Farm & Greenhouse.

Pick up an order form at the library, download a form online or place your order online.

Orders due: Friday, April 28

Pick up orders at the library: Friday, May 13

Spring Book & Bake Sale

Book donations may be made in person when the library is open.

Registration required for all classes.

Discover Your Past: Intro to Ancestry.com Tuesday, April 18 @ 2 pm Learn the basics on how to get started with this genealogical resource, available for FREE at the library. This class is designed for beginners.

Computer & Internet Basics

Monday, April 24 @ 2 pm OR 6:30 pm This class will cover how to use a mouse, how to use the keyboard and an introduction to the Internet.

Introduction to Microsoft Word Monday, May 1 @ 2 pm OR 6:30 pm Learn how to use the word processing program, manipulate text size, copy and paste, how to save and more.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel Monday, May 8 @ 2 pm or 6:30 pm Learn how to build simple financial documents and learn simple functions and formulas.

Smartphone Photography: Tips & Tricks

Monday, May 15 @ 2 pm This class will cover smartphone photography techniques, how to save and how to share your photos. Must bring your device to class.

For a listing of ALL of our programs,

please visit our website. ADULT FEATURED PROGRAMS

Free Technology Help

Spring Travel Series

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Device Advice Classes: These informal classes will focus on YOUR questions about your device. You’ll walk away with some tips and tricks on how to operate your device better! No registration required. You must bring your device to the class. iPhone/iPad: Tuesday, April 11 @ 2 pm; Tuesday, May 9 @ 2 pm Android Phone & Tablet : Monday, April 10 @ 2 pm; Wednesday, May 10 @ 2 pm

Join us for a travel film & refreshments during this six-week series. No registration required. Tuesdays @ 7 pm:

Hiring a Home Improvement Contractor Monday, April 3 @ 2 pm BBB will provide important tips for hiring a home improvement contractor and understanding home improvement contracts. Registration required.

Scams & Fraud Tuesday, May 23 @ 2 pm BBB will discuss the latest scams and fraud that are targeting Western PA consumers at home, at work and on the Internet. Learn how to recognize the warning signs of a potential scam and how to report scams. Registration required.

Better Business Bureau Talks

Intro to Acoustic Guitar with Justin Saturdays @ 1 pm: April 22 through May 27

FREE acoustic guitar lessons! Learn the basics of playing guitar including hand and finger positions, chords and more. Program is geared toward beginners, but all levels welcome.

Attendees must provide their own guitar. You are not required to come to every session, but you will be progressively building skills. Space is limited. Registration required for each session.

April 4: Saudi Arabia Uncovered April 11: Touring the Grand Circle:

Southwest US April 18: Switzerland April 25: Cuba: The Accidental Eden May 2: Discovering New York State May 9: The Queen’s Garden

FREE One-On-One Tech Help Contact Pam to set-up a one-on-one appointment to get all of your questions answered. Schedule your appointment today: 412-885-2255 or calfop@einetwork.net

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Knitting & Crocheting with Emily Klaczac | Saturday, April 22 @ 3 pm;

Tuesday, May 2 @ 2 pm Learn the basics or get help with an ongoing project. Please see our website for a supply list. Registration required.

FREE BINGO Fridays!

We’ll play 10 games of BINGO & you can win prizes. No registration required. Fridays @ 1 pm: April 21 & May 26

The American Job Search: Beyond the Basics Thursday, April 13 @ 6:30 pm Join us for a presentation from Bennett Sherry of Jewish Family & Children’s Services as he explains the American Job search. Bring your resume (if you want) and learn about searching for jobs using the Internet and more! No registration required.

Banana Split Tribute Day Trip: Ligonier & Latrobe, PA

Saturday, July 15: 9:45 am - 6:30 pm | Cost: $85 per person

Highlights include:

Register with full payment at the library by Friday, June 16.

Travel to Ramada of Ligonier for a plated luncheon with a banana split bar. Live music from the ‘50s & ‘60s Visit the Unity Chapel

Head to the Latrobe Art Center for hands on activities themed around the banana split.

Backyard Birding with Knox from Wild Birds Unlimited Wednesday, May 24 @ 7 pm Learn how to attract different birds to your yard, information on the different types of birdfeeders and seeds, and how to provide protection and shelter to birds all year long. Plus tips on bird identification. Registration required.

Do you have trouble reading a newspaper or other standard size print? Do you have a physical or visual limitation that limits your ability to read?

Come learn about a FREE library service that can help you by delivering materials directly to your house! Join us as we welcome a staff member from the Library for the

Blind & Physically Handicapped. No registration required. Monday, April 24 @ 11 am

Animals Gone Wild Wednesdays @ 10:30 am: April 5 through May 3 Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! This program, geared to children ages 2-5, will feature a new animal each week along with related stories, activities and a craft! No registration required.

SMART (Science, Math, & Art) Kids Wednesday, May 3 @ 6:30 pm (Elephants Can Paint Too) Each month, children in grades K-3 will explore a Science, Math and/or Art topic while having plenty of hands-on learning and fun! Registration required.

Beyond the Brush Art | Monday, April 10 @ 6:30 pm

Children in grades K-5 can join Michelle, a local Michael’s art and craft instructor, as she introduces a new, exciting project each month and kids take home a beautiful, unique creation! Registration required.

Smart Start Baby Art Monday, April 17 @ 10:30 am Babies ages birth-18 months can explore, create, hear stories and participate in activities. Activities include texture blocks, discovery bottles, tummy time paintings, footprint art and more! No registration required.

No registration required. Available storytimes @ 10:30 am:

YOUTH PROGRAMS

For a listing of ALL of our programs,

please visit our website. KIDS & TEEN FEATURED PROGRAMS

FAMILY PROGRAMS

Teen Summer Volunteer Opportunity

Take advantage of a great opportunity to volunteer at the library during the summer of 2017. New or returning teens (entering grades 6-12) should attend both the informational meeting & the summer volunteer training.

STORYTIMES

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Bouncing Babies & Books: Tuesdays

Tales for 2s & 3s: Thursdays

Preschool Story Explorers: Fridays

Family Craft Me A Story: Thursdays @ 6:30 pm: April 13 & 27

Summer Teen Volunteer Meeting: Wednesday, April 26 @ 6:30 pm Summer Teen Volunteer Training: Wednesday, May 10 @ 5:30 pm

Battle of the Books encourages reading for students from Baldwin, Whitehall and area schools. Students organize teams of up to five students, read from a list of preselected titles and engage in a friendly competition answering questions.

Battle of the Books: Thursday, May 11

Location: Whitehall Elementary School

Grades 4-5: Junior Division @ 6:30 pm;

Grades 6-7: Senior Division @ 7:30 pm

Adult team managers may register teams at Baldwin or Whitehall Public Library by Friday, April 7.

Bagels, Bunnies, and Baskets! Saturday, April 8 @ 11 am Join us for bagels and juice, visit the bunnies from Animal Friends, get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny (optional) & go on a library egg hunt (to be held outdoors weather permitting, or indoors). Registration required.

Summer Reading Kickoff Party Friday, June 2 @ 6:30 pm Don’t miss magician Al Mazing and his family-friendly “Build a Better World” interactive magic show! Children can register for the summer reading program, receive their packets & a small sign-up prize! Registration required.

Teen Drama Club Performance Saturday, May 6 @ 11 am You won’t want to miss our Teen Drama Club’s family-friendly and hilarious production of The Boy Who Cried Werewolf! The production is free and open to the public. No registration required.

Remake Learning Days Friday, May 19 @ 3:30 pm Join us at the library as we take part in Remake Learning Days! Introductory sewing machine skills will be taught to young makers (grades K-5) through the process of creating their own apron. Students select and cut their fabric as well as trim, work with patterns, learn basic sewing techniques and learn how to safely and properly operate a sewing machine. Registration required.

Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, toddler or preschooler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten. If you read just one book a night, you will have read:

365 books in a year

730 books in two years

1,095 books in three years

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Ongoing registration!

AARP Safe Driving Course Wednesday, April 19 & Thursday, April 20 @ 9 am - 1 pm This two-day course is designed to review safe driving practices for anybody older than 50. Registration required. Cost: $15 for AARP members & $20 for non-members. Payable to the instructor the first day of class.

Baldwin Historical Society Mondays: April 10 @ 7:30 pm; May 8 @ 1 pm New members are always welcome!

Join a Library Book Club! We have two book clubs at the library: Mystery Lovers & Anything Book Club! New members welcome. Please check our website for upcoming meetings and titles.

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