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READ ACROSS AMERICA
The National Education Association’s Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading.
During the month of February, children (ages 0-18) are encouraged to check out and read 5 library books. Plan to visit the library for the event form and more information. All participants will be eligible to win a $25 gift card to an area business.
The Purpose of Read Across America: Motivating children to read is an important factor in student achievement and creating lifelong successful readers. Research has shown that motivated children who spend more time reading do better in school.
TECH THURSDAYS
February 9, 16, 234:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Confused about the fast paced nature of technology? Intern Sara Grubb invites you to bring her your technology questions and problems (no, she cannot fix your computer) on Thursday afternoons in February.
No registration required. Just stop in!
CHOOSE YOUR BBPL MASCOT!
The library is in search of a new mascot to bring luck and fun to library and community events.
During the Spring months, plan to visit the library to help choose the future mascot. Baldwin Borough Public Library will accept donations as votes. The mascot with the most donations WINS!
Which MASCOT will WIN your vote?- Library Lion
- BBPL Bumble Bee
- Leaping Library Lizard
- Owl see you at the Library
IRISH HARP MUSIC PERFORMANCE
Tuesday, March 6 @ 7:00 p.m.
Plan to come for an evening of Irish music with Harpist Trish NicGabhain. Trish plays the Irish metal-strung harp. She performs traditional and contemporary Irish and folk music on harp and guitar. Just in time for our trip to Ireland!
FREE - Registration is required by March 1. Call the library at 412-885-2255.
Space is limited
INTERGENERATIONAL BOOK LUNCH - Hunger Games
It's a book, it's a movie, it's the topic of discussion
Wednesday, April 4 @ 10:30 am –12:30pm
Baldwin High School
The movie, Hunger Games, based on the book by Suzanne Collins, will be released March 23. Students, teachers and area residents are invited to join a
timely discussion of the importance of values as reflected in this book.
This will expand upon the One Book/One Community discussion of values as presented in This I Believe: The Personal Philosophies of Remarkable Men and Women edited by Allison and Gediman.
Residents call the library at 412-885-2255 to register. Program sponsored by the Baldwin High School and the Baldwin Borough Public Library.
TRAVEL
Trains of the Colorado Rockies! - September 15 - 23, 2012
[9 Days - 12 meals: 4 Dinners, 8 Breakfasts]
Join us for a wonderful Collette Vacation to beautiful Colorado. Highlights of the fabulous trip out West include Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park, Georgetown Loop Railroad,
Grand Junction, Durango & Silverton Railroad, Durango Mesa Verde National Park, which preserves the 1,000 year
culture of the Anasazi Indians, Royal Gorge Railroad and Colorado Springs.
Here you will board the train for a 24 mile ride beneath the highest suspension bridge in the world! Next, embark on Pike’s Peak Cog Railway for an 8.9 mile journey to the top of Pike’s Peak. Your tour will end in Colorado Springs. READ MORE...
Price includes round trip air from Pittsburgh, hotels and 12 meals.
($2,619 pp/double, $2,589 pp/triple, $3,219 single)
Book by March 15, 2012 and save $100
ONE DAY TRIPS
Ohio’s Sweetest Corner - We’ll start with a sweet & coffee at the Harbor Perk, then visit the Lift Bridge and follow the Lake Erie Coastal Trail to the Ashtabula Lighthouse. Next, we’ll enjoy a delicious lunch at the Grand
River Cellars, after which we will tour the winery and taste three selected wines. Then we will tour three covered bridges, including the longest covered bridge in the United States. We’ll finish off our day with a visit to the Ridgeview Farm & Country Market for a special treat! Please register with payment
by March 20th
Date: Saturday, April 21
Cost: $94
Time: 7 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Chautauqua, New York - Our day will begin with a narrated cruise aboard the Summer Wind on the lovely Chautauqua Lake. Next we will journey to Mayville, home to the Victorian Village, Chautauqua Institution. We will tour the grounds and dine at the Grand Dame of all, the Hotel Anthenaeum. We will have plenty of time to stroll and enjoy the ambience of the Institution with the afternoon free to shop. Please register with payment by May 20th
Date: Saturday, June 23
Cost: $104.00
Time: 6:00 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Spring Travel Series in the library - Tuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.
No registration needed.
Join us for these exciting travel videos and refreshments with none of the usual travel hassles. Bring a friend or two.
- April 3 - Monaco
- April 10 - Swiss Alps
- April 17 - Sedona, AZ
- April 24 - Bali
- May 1 - Rhine Valley
- May 8 - Lincoln Highway
LAUGHS FOR THE LIBRARY! - Comedy Night Fundraiser
Saturday, April 14 @ 7:00 p.m.
Leland Center / Cost $20 per person
- Three comedians provide the laughs
- You provide your favorite beverages (BYOB)
- We provide desserts, snacks, soft drinks, mixers and an enjoyable evening
- Tickets available soon - watch for details
AARP SAFE DRIVING CLASS
Wednesday and Thursday, April 18 & 19
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This class reviews the principles of safe driving and applies them to physical changes experienced with aging. You may be eligible for a discount on your car insurance. Please register by April 10.
Cost: $14 or $12 with AARP card, payable to the instructor.
eREADERS TO BORROW
See how they work for you!
The library has a Kindle and Nook that can be checked out for three weeks. Stop in to reserve one today. If you would like a certain book to read on the eReader, please let us know.
NOOK Titles: Dracula by Bram Stoker, Little Women by Louisa May Alcott, In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson, Life's a Beach by Claire Cook, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen, More Than Friends by Barbara Delinsky
KINDLE Titles: Upon request
USED BOOKS, BAKED GOODS & MORE NEEDED!
The library is requesting the following items for the April sale.
- Please bring in your used books [between 1-5 years old], puzzles, games, CDs, DVDs, VHS tapes, and magazines during regular library operating hours.
- Baked goods are also needed for the BAKE SALE and can be dropped off at the library on Monday, April 23 or Tuesday, April 24.
- Like to Help? Please call the library at 412-885-2255 if you would like to help with the set on on Monday, April 23 or with the sale on Tuesday, April 24.
The SPRING BOOK SALE is on Election Day - Tuesday, April 24 from 8 AM - 8 PM in the main lobby of the Wallace Building.
TESTING & EDUCATION REFERENCE CENTER
Excellent resource for students and adults
The Testing & Education Reference Center is a start-to-finish resource with all the information and support materials needed to make informed, confident decisions to shape the rest of your life.
- Over 300 practice tests and courses
- Dozens of ebooks containing valuable study material and practice tests
- Information on over 4,000 accredited schools
- Scholarship search featuring $8 billion in available scholarships
- Resume builder with over 1,000 brainstorming phrases to get you started
- Career modules covering subjects from career change to salary negotiations
- LEARN MORE...
CELEBRATE @ YOUR LIBRARY!
Let us help you celebrate a birthday or any special occasion.
With the assistance of a library professional, you can host a party at the Library based on a theme of your choice. You provide the food and we provide the activities based on themes such as, storytime for children, travel abroad for adults, or a tea party or BINGO for all ages. Library professionals will work with you to create a great event for your guests. Please plan in advance as dates will be limited.
**We will request a minimum donation of $50.00. Donation amount may vary based on group size, library involvement, and other factors. For more information, please call 412-885-2255.
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