BOWLING FOR BOOKS!
Come join the fun and support the Library as we host our second Bowling for Books fundraising event at Princess Lanes! This is a great evening out with friends and family.
Friday, June 15
7:00-9:00 PM
(doors open at 6:30 PM for bowling teams to assemble and organize)
Princess Lanes |
540 Weyman Road |
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Tickets: $15 [per child to age 12] $20 [age 13 & up] Teams consist of 2 to 5 bowlers (maximum 5)
Your ticket entitles you to: * 2 hours of bowling * Shoe rental * 1 large pizza/lane * 1 pitcher soda/lane
Complete a team application and return it to the library with your payment no later than Friday, June 8, 2012.
Sound like fun?.... call your friends, and come ready to bowl for books!
HELP US BUILD A BASKET!
Calling All Loyal Library Lovers--
- Book Lover's Basket
- Fitness Lover's Basket
- Gardening Basket Outdoor
- Entertaining Basket
- Family Fun Basket
We would be grateful for donations of any new items for our baskets. CLICK HERE for some suggestions.
You can drop off a donation at the front desk by Friday, June 8th.
As always, thank you for your loyalty and support!
DONATE NOW for the ANNIVERSARY QUILT
Did you know that May was National Pet Month?
For a $100 donation to the library, you can select your favorite pet or animal-related book in honor or memory of your favorite furry friend.
The book will then be stitched on our 50th Anniversary Quilt. You will also have an opportunity to recognize your beloved pet in the quilt's companion journal.
SPECIAL PROGRAMS
SATCHEL PAIGE: Long Rifle - A One-Man Play
Tuesday, May 22
7:00 PM
Whitehall Community Room
Meet Leroy 'Satchel' Paige, one of America's greatest baseball players, as he comes to life in this FREE, one-man theatrical production.
Written and performed by Cedric Liqueur, former actor with London's Royal Shakespeare Company and winner of the President's Memorial Certificate, you'll experience the life of this great American baseball player based on information obtained first-hand from Paige's family. Mr. Liqueur, an independent playwright, has written and performed many historical biographies for theatres, colleges and libraries since 1997.
For the first half of the 20th century, the white professional baseball league did not allow African American players to join, which lead to the development of the Negro League. Pitcher Paige set the Negro League single season strikeout record in 1929 with 184 strikeouts, including the then-record of 17 in one game. Finally, at age 42, Paige entered the Major League as the oldest "rookie" when he signed with the Cleveland Indians. He was the first Negro league player inducted into Baseball's Hall of Fame and is remembered as one of baseball's best pitchers.
Enjoy the intriguing story of Satchel Paige, learn how the events of this era influenced the Civil Rights Movement, and become part of living history!
Complimentary ballpark snacks will be served to registrants before the program. For ages: 12 (with adult) and up. FREE - Online registration is required.
WPL SUMMER READING KICK-OFF PARTY - VENTRILOQUIST!
Monday, June 4 @ 7:00-8:00 PM
Join the Pittsburgh Puppet Works and ventriloquist, Bob Rumba, as he sculpts puppets out of balloons and 'dreams' them to life!
Bob brings along his magical trunk of hats, props and a magical sketching pad. Kids will even assist with juggling feats and operating the characters.
FREE - Online registration is required
KENNYWOOD IN OUR HEARTS
Tuesday June 5
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Whitehall Community Room
If you grew up in Pittsburgh, chances are thoughts of Kennywood Park bring back wonderful memories. From school picnics to the special folk days, this park has charmed and delighted the young and young at heart. Join Andy Quinn, Community Relations Director of Kennywood Park, and relive the fun of days at the park, and learn its fascinating history from the days as a "trolley park" to the present time.
This is a Historical Presentation – suitable for older teens through adult. FREE - Online registration is required.
HOLIDAY CRAFTERS NEEDED!
Whitehall Public Library is now looking for crafters with hand-made items for its special fundraising event this fall at a NEW location within Caste Village.
No vendors, please. For additional information, contact Staci at 412-882-6622 or zemaitiss@einetwork.net
Saturday, November 10, 2012
10 AM - 4 PM
Caste Village Commons [Inside Mall]
5301 Grove Road | Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Interested? DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM
LIBRARY BOOK SALE
DISCARDS BY THE BAG!
Thursday, May 10 - June 7
(or all the books are gone)
$1.00 a bag—bring your own bag (any size, but no garbage bags please). We will also have bags available should you need more.
Cash and Checks are accepted.
[Because the sale is in the library, we reserve the right to inspect any bag before you leave.]
TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE - HELP IS HERE!
* Still need help? * Do you have questions about eReaders? iPhones or Facebook? Adults -- Don't be shy! Look no further than the Whitehall Public Library's Technology Open House! Our talented panel of local teen "experts" will be on hand to tackle your technology-related questions and concerns (iPads, smart phones, Facebook, etc.) Stop by the Cafe for a visit, share a cup of coffee, and our teens will be glad to assist you.
- Saturday, May 19 & June 2, 16 @ 1:00 - 3:00 PM
- Wednesday, May 23 @ 6:30 - 8:00 PM
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eREADER INFORMATION
SPECIAL NOTE: The library has purchased iPads, a Kindle, and a Nook for patrons to explore in house. Stop by and experience the latest technology hands on!
Can’t find the eBook title you’re looking for? There’s a reason for that.
Sadly, unlike a regular person, a library cannot pay Amazon or Barnes & Noble for an eBook and then lend it out to people. We can buy a printed book from these companies,place it on the shelf, and lend it out--but digital content is being treated differently by the publishers and the companies who manage digital content licensing.
We very much want to offer these eBooks to patrons; however, the publishers' policies are preventing us from doing so. Please know that public libraries are committed to advocating for a change to these restrictive policies.
AT THE LIBRARY
CAKE PANS for those special occasions!
The library has recently purchased and added to the collection novelty cake pans that can be checked out and taken home for those special parties. Select from a Baseball Mitt, Book, Choo Choo Train, Dinosaur, Football Helmet, Fire Truck and more.
For additional decorating ideas and tips, visit the Wilton Company web site.
CHECK OUT A KINDLE
READY AND LOADED
The Whitehall Public Library has loaded its most requested books on to FOUR brand new kindles. You can request a kindle and check it out for three weeks, just like a book! Here are the titles we have for you now:
- Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience and Redemption - Laura Hillenbrand
- In the Garden of Beasts - Erik Larson
- 10th Anniversary - James Patterson
- A Stolen Life - Jaycee Lee Dugard
- The Greater Journey - Davi McCullough
- The Silent Girl - Tess Gerritsen
- Now You See Her - James Patterson
- Smokin' Seventeen - Janet Evanovich
- Heaven Is For Real - Todd Burpo
- Bossypants - Tina Fey
- I Remember Nothing - Nora Ephron
- Just Watch the Game - John Steigerwald
- My Reading Life - Pat Conroy
- The Autobiography of Mark Twain
We will regularly add new popular titles, so the content is always growing and always changing. Call the library to reserve a kindle today!
FIND WHAT YOU WANT TO READ
- RECOMMENDED READS
- NEW BOOKS PURCHASED / APRIL 2012
- HOT TITLES BOOKLIST - Revised 5/1/12
- SEARCH - BOOKS IN A SERIES
- BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS
- DOWNLOAD BOOKS
- What is CATALOG EXPLORER? It's a new way to search The Catalog! You can start with a broad keyword search and then narrow your search with just a few clicks. View or download the added features.
- YOUR REQUESTS - Important information about library requests on HOLD. View or download changes.
- FREEZING HOLDS - You are now able to freeze your holds when you go on vacation or want to postpone a request. When you freeze a hold, you keep your place in the queue, but your hold will not be filled while it is frozen.
- Need Help Using the Catalog? View our new Catalog Explorer Help Video to become an expert at finding your books and movies.
LIBRARY NEWS
WHAT'S COMING UP...
Check the Events Calendar to see what's coming up at the library. For more information or to register for a program, call us at 412-882-6622.
WHITEHALL BOROUGH - 2012 SPRING REPORT
If you would like email notification of our programs, send us your email address.
SECOND CHAPTER CAFE
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Stop by the library and see our new Senior Space*- a unique area, library collection, and series of programs created especially for Boomers and seniors. Things to do:
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- Whitehall Public Library's GRAND OPENING and more of the Second Chapter Cafe
- Whitehall Public Library Officially Unveils its Second Chapter Cafe - Patch.com
- Fun space created for seniors - South Hills Record 3/4/2011
- Whitehall library has space for just senior citizens - Pittsburgh Post Gazette article 2/17/2011
* Funding for the Second Chapter Cafe was provided from a Senior Spaces grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provision of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered through Pennsylvania's Office of Commonwealth Libraries.
FAMILY PLACE - GRAND OPENING
- Whitehall library showcases benefits of being 'Family Place Library' - South Hills Record / April 21, 2011
- Additional Family Place Photos - South Hills Record / April 21, 2011
MAKE A DONATION
There is a new online feature that allows you to make a donation to Whitehall Public Library just by using a charge card. Click here to submit your donation.
Thank you for your support!
AVAILABLE AT THE LIBRARY
The History of Whitehall Borough And Its Government
You can get your copy of this wonderful book by former Whitehall Mayor Ed Brennan for your home or to give to your children, relatives, and friends.
Cost of this soft cover edition is $20.00.
Due to a very generous donation from Mr. Tom Caste and Mr. John Slater, the reprinting of the History of Whitehall books was completely underwritten. Thank you!