February News 2017

Featured Adult Programming & Events Registration is required for adult programs as noted. You
may register online, in person at the adult reference desk or by calling 412-366-8100, extension 113.
THE CABIN FEVER ADULT
READING CLUB BEGINS
Our reading club continues until February 28. You
can beat the winter blues by curling up with a few
good books and gaining an opportunity to win a prize
for your efforts. Feel like taking a road trip in print?
Are you feeling bookish? Would you like to read a
retelling of a Shakespeare play or a fairytale? Stop by
the adult reference desk to pick up your Cabin Fever
reading club booklet (which besides the topics mentioned,
allows you four free choices!), take away some
booklists to help point you in the right direction for
great books and check out the prize possibilities!
ANXIETY AND ITS
IMPACT ON THE FAMILY
According to the National Institute on Mental
Health, approximately 18% of the population
suffers from anxiety disorders. Debra Whittam
will visit Northland on Thursday, February 2 at
7 p.m. to discuss how anxiety impacts the family.
In particular, she will review the dynamics
of particular roles in different styles of families,
sibling roles, parenting styles and how anxiety
is passed down from generation to generation.
Debra will also address how family members
can reduce anxiety.
Debra’s memoir, Am I Going to be Okay?
Weathering the Storms of Mental Illness, Addiction
and Grief will be available at a discounted
price of $15. Registration is required.
TAX
PREPARATION
ASSISTANCE
TAX PREPARATION ASSISTANCE
COMING IN FEBRUARY
The Library will once again be partnering with
the AARP to offer tax prep for senior citizens
and low-income residents. The Library will host
the AARP on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning
February 7 through April 13 from 9 a.m. – noon.
IRS-trained volunteers will help in preparing
both federal and state forms. This service is offered
on a first-come, first-served basis and we
cannot guarantee that everyone needing help
will be accommodated on any given day. Please
remember to bring all necessary paperwork
to complete the forms. A sign-up sheet will be
located outside the lower lobby entrance beginning
at 7:30 a.m., so early arrivals can register
and then either wait in their car or return when
the library opens.
HOW THE GREAT DEPRESSION
BUILT NORTH PARK
Join the Allegheny County Park Rangers to
explore the history of North Park on Thursday,
February 23 from 7 – 8 p.m. Learn how the
Great Depression shaped the parks and gave
our country’s young men an opportunity to
work and gain valuable skills. All ages welcome.
Please register.
DIGITAL BOOT CAMP FOR PARENTS:
TALKING ABOUT TECHNOLOGY
WITH YOUR STUDENT
Technology and the Internet are powerful
tools, talking to your student about them is vital
in raising a knowledgeable digital citizen. Learn
essential topics and ways to initiate this conversation
on Saturday, February 25 from 8:30
a.m. to 10 a.m. Part of our Digital Boot Camp
for Parents series, this session will also cover
digital health and wellness issues, like Internet
addiction. It will be held at CCAC North campus;
Room 3002. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. with
the presentation starting promptly at 9 a.m.
Registration is required and space is limited.
An American Sign Language Interpreter will be
present at this session.
INDIAN COOKING CLASS: GREEN
BEANS AND POTATO CURRY
Join our favorite Indian cook, Ann Manchella,
on February 27 from 7-8 p.m. as she demonstrates
the preparation of another tasty
vegetarian food from India: Green Beans and
Potato Curry. Adding some fresh green beans
to potatoes yields a very flavorful and tasty
curry that goes well with flat bread or hot rice.
Watch her preparation and taste a generous
sample. Copies of the recipe will be available
for you to take home to try it for yourself.
Registration is required.
TERRARIUM DESIGN
AND CONSTRUCTION
Join the Allegheny County
Park Rangers at
Northland Public
Library on
Thursday,
March 2 from
7-8:30 p.m. and
learn different
methods of
Terrarium Design and Construction. From simple
decorative terrariums to lush vivarium filled
with plants and animals, we will discuss the
different styles and methods used for construction
and care. Each participant will be provided
with all of the supplies needed to build their
own mini-terrarium that they can take home
with them. The session will consist of a power
point presentation, Q&A time, and build time
with instruction.
Limited space available (20 participants). Cost
is $7 Per Person for supplies and pre-registration
is required. Please register for this program
at the Allegheny County Parks Page located at:
https://apm.activecommunities.com/alleghenyparks/Activity_Search/1004
DISCOVER ITALY: A COMPLETE GUIDE FOR TRAVELING TO THE BEL PAESE
Traveling to Italy represents a lifetime dream for many of us. This seminar will guide you through
Italy’s rich history, beautiful arts, unique culture and traditional lifestyle, while providing you
with everything you need to know to organize the trip of your dreams. You will be introduced to
insights and recommendations that are not found online or in a standard travel guide. By the end
of the seminar, you will not only possess the knowledge needed to explore Italy with confidence,
but you will also enhance your cultural awareness of one of the most beautiful countries in the
world. Join Milan native Dr. Lorenzo Dellagiovanna on Thursday, March 9 at 7 p.m., as he shares
his original stories and suggestions to help you understand the extraordinary charm of the Italian
culture.
Everyone in the audience will receive a free copy of the e-book The Essential Guide for Traveling
to Italy and have access to four free Italian language lessons with T&L Global, a premier language
center located in Pittsburgh, PA.