Shaler North Hills Library
1822 Mt . Royal Boulevard • 412.486.0211 • www . shalerlibrary . org
Please call the library at 412.486.0211 or visit us online at www . shalerlibrary . org to register for all programs unless “ no registration needed ” is indicated .
LIBRARY HOURS :
• Open Sundays from 1:00 - 5:00 p . m . through May 21
• Closed Friday , April 14 through Sunday , April 16 for Easter
• Closed Sunday , May 28 and Monday , May 29 for Memorial Holiday
• Closing at 4:00 p . m . on Friday , June 2 for Shaler Area Graduation haler TOWNSHIP OF SHALER NEWS
The Great Spring Book Sale Blowout Sponsored by Friends of Shaler North Hills Library Time to stock up on great books , paperbacks , AV materials , games , puzzles and more for all ages , at bargain prices . The Library gratefully accepts gently used books , music CDs , DVDs , puzzles and games any time . Thanks for your support .
Friends of SNHL Preview Night : Friday , April 21 ( 6:30 – 8:30 p . m .) Membership only $ 10.00 !
Book and Bake Sale : Saturday , April 22 ( 10:00 a . m . – 7:30 p . m .)
Bag Sale : Sunday , April 23 ( 10:00 a . m . – 4:30 p . m .) Library opens for business at 1:00 p . m .
75th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ( see programs on previous page )
GET ADVENTUROUS ! A NEW ADULT SERIES :
Fly-Fishing Simplified Tuesday , April 11 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM . Join Steven Plut as he simplifies this sport for all . There ’ s an evergrowing interest by women in learning to fly fish too . Stephen will quickly have you out on the water and catching fish !
An Introduction to Beekeeping Tuesday , May 9 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM It ’ s common knowledge that bees are a vital part to our food and ecosystem . Local resident Jim Stein will enchant you with his knowledge of bees , beekeeping and honey production . Jim sells his honey at the Etna Farmers Market seasonally .
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ARTS AND LITERATURE FOR ADULTS
An Evening with Poet & Calligrapher Huang Xiang Thursday , April 6 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM Art & Inspiration International presents guest poet and calligrapher Huang Xiang , who is considered the pre-eminent post-cultural revolution poet of China . No registration needed .
Brush Buddies Night with Artist Elaine Bergstrom Friday , April 28 from 7:00 - 9:00 PM Paint it and take it ! Bring snacks , beverages ( BYOB ) and your creativity . COST : $ 25 prepaid at registration includes canvas , paints , brushes and Elaine ’ s guidance . Limited to 30 people . Payment due at registration .
SNHL ’ S Third Authors & Artists Festival Saturday , May 20 from 10:00 AM . - 3:00 PM Enjoy viewing original artworks , perusing new literary works , and talking with the artists and authors . And consider purchasing original art and new books for yourself and as great gifts . No registration needed .
KIDS : BE KIND TO MOTHER EARTH AND FELLOW EARTHLINGS !
Our Own Backyard Tuesdays : April 4 and May 2 from 7:00 - 7:45 PM Explore the garden ’ s changes with each season , nurture a sense of wonder in nature , and create projects to enjoy .
Kindness Kids Tuesdays : April 11 and May 9 at 7:00 PM Have fun and perform Deliberate Acts of Kindness for others , for the environment , and for our community .
NEW ! Earth Day Recycling Relay Saturday , April 22 from 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Celebrate Earth Day with games , activities , and a relay race with recyclables and trash !
ART AND SCIENCE FOR BUDDING PICASSOS AND EINSTEINS !
NEW - Fun with the Five Senses Tuesdays : April 4 and May 9 from 7:00 - 7:30 p . m . Wacky , messy family fun in this new five-session workshop in which we will explore touch , hearing , smell , sight and taste . A great extension to STEAM learning ! Preschoolers , with a caregiver . No registration needed .
Art from the Start Thursdays : April 6 , May 4 , and June 1 from 10:15 - 11:15 AM Share an art experience with your toddler or preschooler . No registration needed .