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This September, Love Your Library!

Thanks to the generous support of the Jack Buncher Foundation, donations made to the Castle Shannon Library throughout the month of September will be MATCHED! All donations to participating libraries of up to $500 per donor will count toward the match. At the end of the campaign, libraries will receive a pro-rated portion of the $125,000 match pool to support their general operations based on the total funds raised.

This unique campaign coincides with the American Library Association’s National Library Card Sign-Up Month.

Upcoming Programs for Adults at the Library
To register for adult programs, please stop in or call the Library at 412-563-4552.

Monthly Book Discussion Group
Join the group for some light discussion on the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. in the lower level of the Library. Registration is preferred but not required. The group will be discussing on September 12: Mom & Me & Mom by Maya Angelou.

AARP Driver Safety Class
Come to the library to participate in the AARP Driver Safety Class. The cost for the class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-AARP members. Proof of AARP Membership is needed. Checks are REQUIRED and can be made out to AARP. Pre-registration with payment at the library is required. Participants 55 and older can receive a 5% discount off of their car insurance for completing this 2-day program. This class is highly recommended for those wanting to learn the effects of aging on driving.
Please bring to your Driver’s License and AARP card (if a member) to the class.

-Wednesday, September 14th from 5 – 9 p.m.
-Must have completed an 8-hour AARP class to be eligible to register this class
-To register for the class, you must show proof that you completed the 8-hour class

Crafternoons for Adults and Seniors at the Library
Join us the third Wednesday of each month for Crafternoons. We will meet downstairs from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Bring your best craft ideas with you. Adults ages 18 and over welcome. Our next meeting will be Wednesday, September 21. If you cannot make it in the afternoon, stop by between 6 - 8 p.m. that night!

Author Chat
Local author and Castle Shannon resident Carleton Young will discuss how finding Civil War-era letters in his family attic in Blackridge led him to write “Voices from the Attic” on Wednesday, September 21 at 7 p.m. Rediscovered after 150 years, the letters offer fascinating insight as seen through the eyes of two soldiers fighting in America's Civil War. Registration is required.

OASIS Connections Computer Classes
For adults 50 and older. Registration is required. This program is being offered in partnership with Pittsburgh OASIS and is underwritten by The Fine Foundation. ALL COMPUTER CLASSES ARE HELD FROM 10:15 a.m -12:15 p.m. Please contact the library for a complete list of computer classes.

Upcoming Programs for Children and Teens at the Library
To register for Children and Teen programs, please stop in or call the Library at 412-563-4552.

After School Reading Club
Join us each week as we explore the world of books! We will decide as a group what we will read (Juvenile Fiction) and discuss the book as we read it. Registration is preferred. Snacks will be provided. Mondays, 3:45-5 p.m. from September 12 – December 19.

Gaming and Craft Time
Board games, Wii time, and crafting all combine to make this special free time at the library! You get to choose what we do each week! Bring your friends with you for even more fun. Snacks will be provided. Wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m. September 7 - December 21.

Block Party
Join us at the library for a special hour of building, exploring, and designing masterpieces! This program is open to children of all ages! Wednesdays, 5:00-6:00 p.m. beginning September 7 and will run until December 21

STEAM Hour
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math…Oh my! Join us as we explore a new aspect each week! Registration is preferred. Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. September 1 - December 22.

Story Times
• Songs and Stories: Join us each week for a story or two, as well as lots of music and movement. Each week we will explore a different theme and sing a variety of songs to go with our story. Space is limited and registration is required. Caregivers must attend with your little one. Ages birth to 3. Thursdays, 10:30-11 a.m. September 1 - December 22.
• Pre-K through Second Grade: Children 4-8 years old are welcome to come get creative with us each week as we explore different story themes and make a craft that matches the theme. Thursdays, 3:45-4:15 p.m. beginning September 1 - December 22.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale
Thursday, September 8, 2 – 8 p.m. $5 Preview fee. (FREE for current Friends members). Light refreshments will be served. Friday, September 9, 1:30 - 4:30 p.m. Saturday, September 10, 10:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. $6 bag sale day.

Donations Accepted
The library accepts donations of gently-used books, audio books, DVDs, music CDS and video games. Donations are encouraged to be dropped off when the library is open. Donations are either added to the library’s collection or sold at the Friends of the Library Book Sales to support the library.

Castle Shannon Library
3677 Myrtle Ave.
Castle Shannon, PA 15234
412-563-4552
www.castleshannonlibrary.org
Library Director: Heather Myrah

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