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- Last Updated on Monday, 03 October 2016 01:24
Whitehall Public Library announces the following October Events.
Word 2016 Basics - Saturday October 1 @ 10:30 a.m.
This class will go over basic but powerful features of Word 2016 including hyperlinks, charts, tables, formatting, templates, & more! To register, call 412-882-6622 or email slimonl@einetwork.net.
American Girl Doll Breakfast - Saturday October 1 @ 11 a.m.
Meet our new dolls Lea Clark and Samantha. Lea is the girl of the year! Join us for donuts and juice as we welcome our a.m.erican Girl Dolls to their new library home. Lea Clark and Samantha are ready for an adventure with you, and are available for a one-week adoption. Please feel free to bring your favorite doll to join in the fun. We will play bingo and make a special craft for your dolls. Registration is required, call 412-882-6622 or email Denise at ignaskyd@einetwork.net
Teen Advisory Group - Wednesday October 5 @ 6 p.m.
We are recruiting teen volunteers! Join the teen advisory board that meets once per month to express ideas, organize upcoming library activities, and suggest new teen programs. They also help select library materials, decorate the teen area, and complete other projects in the library. TAG members can meet new friends, enjoy pizza and earn community service hours! TAG meets the first Wednesday of each month at 6p.m. Registration is required for the October 5th meeting, 412-882-6622 or email Amber at haynesa@einetwork.net
Fall Book Sale
• Thursday, October 6th - 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Friday, Oct 7th - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Saturday, October 8th – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Sunday, October 9th – 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Monday, October 10th – 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Location: Whitehall Community Room 100 Borough Park Drive, 15236
The Facts of Finance: Increase Your Investing IQ - Tuesday October 11 @ 7 P.M. (see attached)
Building your investor IQ starts with understanding the basics. Ron Stein, a financial advisor with Edward Jones, will lead a talk on the “foundations of investing” and why it’s never too early to think about the future. Whether you are new to investing or need a refresher, this presentation will help you learn about: the importance of developing a strategy, the impact of asset allocation and the influence of inflation on your long-term goals. Refreshments and light snacks will be served. Registration is required, call 412-882-6622.
The Choices We Make:How to Live Your Life While Being Mortal - Thursday October 20 @ 7 p.m.
Join us to view a 50-minute PBS Frontline video featuring Dr. Gawande’s personal journey –and the stories of his patients and their families. The film explores the ways in which having a conversation around the question “What are your priorities if your time is limited?” can empower patients to live their lives more fully. Following the video there will be a discussion and question period with Dr. Keith Lagnese and Laura Kinney of Family Hospice and Palliative Care. Refreshments will be provided by John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc. To register, call 412-882-6622.
A Little Shot and a Little Soup: Flu Clinic - Wednesday October 26 - 1 - 4 p.m.
The library is partnering with Rite Aid to provide you with your best shot at staying healthy this fall and winter. Afterward, participants will be given a small cup of chicken noodle soup (a trip to the doctor’s in a bowl!) to keep warm and for warm thoughts! No registration required.
What you need to know:
-- Flu shots will be administered to anyone nine years of age or older.
-- Please make sure to bring your insurance card with you, as almost all policies cover the service.
-- Short forms will need to be completed and signed by participants prior to the service.
-- If you are currently uninsured, you will still be able to receive a flu shot for a fee -- $32.99/adult; $39.99/senior.
Whitehall Public Library
100 Borough Park Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
412-882-6622
www.whitehallpubliclibrary.org
Director: Paula Kelly
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