June News 2017

NORTHLAND NEWS June 2017
MISSION STATEMENT: Northland Library enables, encourages and empowers lifelong learning and discovery.
At Your Library
Another busy Book Sale at Northland Library. Thanks to all who shopped!
One of the praying mantis hatchlings emerges into its humble home at
Northland Library.
Feature Focus
You probably don’t often think about library governance and funding when you come
to the library. As a municipal authority, the library is governed by a seven-member
Board with representation from the five municipalities that provide financial support to
Northland. We even have a junior board member who is appointed yearly. An applications
is available on the website until June 30 for interested high school juniors and
seniors. The Board’s role is to plan and develop policies, as well as, to create a budget
which will allow the library director and staff to support Northland’s mission. With everchanging
technology, rising costs for books and other materials and increasing demand
for services, it takes thoughtful planning to meet tightening budget demands, while
also attracting and maintaining a talented and qualified staff.
To help meet this responsibility, a five-year strategic plan was developed in 2016 to
ensure provision of services desired by our patrons, develop new services, and to plan
for the funding and resources to support the needs of the diverse communities that we
serve. We are one year into this strategic plan and much has been accomplished. More
than one million items are circulated from Northland annually. Technology is constantly
upgraded, such as the two new self-check machines and new public computers added
this month.
The library would not be able to maintain current levels of service without the
dedication of many volunteers and the Northland Public Library Foundation. The Board
appreciates and thanks them for their significant contributions. Funds generated by the
work of the Foundation helps to enrich program offerings and our collections beyond
that provided by the operating budget. An exciting kick off of a capital campaign to fund
a Learning Garden outside the children’s section was a highlight of the Foundation’s
activity this year. Addition of this outdoor programming space will allow creative
programming that cannot be done indoors as well as extend our physical space.
Walking into Northland, you will see lots of activity, a wide range of resources and
programs, professional staff with expertise to guide patrons in getting information that
they are seeking, and a hub for entertainment, learning and discovery. This community
hub connects patrons with what they need to enrich their lives and to connect with each
other through the exceptional services and programs available for all ages.
Libraries have always played a unique role in American society as centers for learning
and interaction. Northland is a cornerstone of and an investment in our community and
future. We hope you will continue to use your library, enjoy it, and support it!
One of the many decorations that adorned the Library during the
Garden Gala event in April.
Cindy Potter, President
Northland Public Library Authority Board
NORTHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY 300 Cumberland Road Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15237 412-366-8100
HOURS: Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. I Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. l Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. l Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed Sundays, Memorial Day weekend - Labor Day
OFFSITE MATERIALS RETURN: Ross Township Community Center l Marshall Township Municipal Building l Baierl Family YMCA
24 hour accessibility
BOOKMOBILE HOURS: Fridays, 3:30 pm. to 4:30 p.m., Marshall Elementary School, Marshall Township

About the
presenter:
Rob Velella
is an independent literary historian and playwright specializing in American literature of the 19th century.
In his ongoing efforts to bring the writers of yesterday back to the readers of today, he has dramatically
brought to life several literary figures, including the young Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Nathaniel Haw-
the readers of today, he has dramatically brought to life several literary figures, including the young Henry
Wadsworth Longfellow, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Edgar Allan Poe.
About the presenter: Rob Velella is an independent literary historian and playwright specializing in
American literature of the 19th century. In his ongoing efforts to bring the writers of yesterday back to
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.
BOOKSHELF BINGO IS BACK!
Bookshelf Bingo will begin on Thursday, June 1
and concludes on Thursday, August 31. Interested
adults may register for the program at
the upper level reference desk beginning on
June 1. We will once again offer our bingo sheet
and for each book you read, you get a stamp
and an entry to win a prize. When you get a
Bingo, you get an extra entry for a prize. The
more you read, the better your chance to win!
We will have helpful reading lists to help you
select the perfect book for you.
PAINTING YOUR PET
Pets are part of the family, so they should
have a portrait on the mantel too! Come out on
Thursday, June 1 at 7 p.m. to watch the North
Hills Art Center demonstrate how to capture
your pet’s likeness and personality on canvas.
Working from a photo, the class will cover how
to paint a successful pet portrait in oils.
This class will be taught by Kim Freithaler,
Executive Director and oil/acrylic painting
instructor at the North Hills Art Center. She
paints animal portraits for commission. Be sure
to check out the North Hills Art Center’s exhibit
on the 2nd floor of the library. Make it an art
night! Registration is required.
LGBTQ PRIDE
MONTH PANEL
Every June, Lesbian,
Gay, Bisexual, Transgender
and Questioning (LGBTQ)
Pride Month is celebrated
to commemorate the 1969
Stonewall riots that began
the Gay Liberation movement
in the United States. Join us on
Thursday, June 8 at 7 p.m. to hear
the personal experiences of members of
PFLAG Pittsburgh, a nonprofit organization
that provides support, education, and
advocacy for families, allies and people
who are LGBTQ. This event offers a
welcoming space to celebrate diversity and
learn about our differences. Questions are
welcomed, but hate speech will not be
tolerated. Registration is required.
REIKI FOR HEALTH AND WELLBEING
Have you heard about Reiki and want to know more? Reiki is an alternative
healing modality that is offered in many hospitals across the country, including
Allegheny General. Reiki Masters, Cathy and Alan Corn, will visit Northland
Library on Monday, June 19 at 7 p.m. to explain what Reiki is and what it isn’t.
They will also give a brief history which includes its journey to North America.
Cathy and Alan will also discuss how it helps in the healing process and what to
expect during and after receiving Reiki sessions. This presentation is geared to
adults and adolescents. Registration is required.
VOICES FROM THE ATTIC:
THE WILLIAMSTOWN BOYS IN THE CIVIL WAR
Imagine clearing out your family attic only to discover hundreds of letters
written during the Civil War. That’s what happened to Carleton Young, who
went on to write Voices from the Attic: The Williamstown Boys in the Civil
War. This is the story of two brothers who witnessed and made history by
fighting in the Peninsula Campaign, then at South Mountain, Antietam, Fredericksburg,
Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Wilderness, and Cedar Creek.
Rediscovered after 150 years, their letters offer fascinating insight as seen
through the eyes of two soldiers fighting in America’s Civil War.
Join us on Thursday, June 22 from 7-8:30 p.m. to learn how Carleton researched and wrote the
book, and how these letters related to the larger course of the war. Copies of the book will be
available for purchase. Registration is required. Please register.
INDIAN COOKING CLASS: MALAI KOFTA
Our favorite Indian cook, Ann Manchella, returns on Monday, June 26 at 7 p.m. to demonstrate
the preparation of another tasty vegetarian food from India: Malai Kofta. Malai Kofta is a hugely
popular dish on Indian restaurant menus all over the world. Malai (meaning creamy in Hindi) Kofta
is the perfect vegetarian alternative to meatballs. It goes very well with Naan (tandoor-baked
flatbread) or 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.
CHARLIE CHAPLIN’S RED LETTER DAYS
Join us on Thursday, June 29 at 7 p.m. to find out what went on behind
the scenes in Charlie Chaplin’s comedy studio! In 1916, Fred Goodwins,
one of the actors in Chaplin’s company, wrote 37 articles about working
with Chaplin for the British magazine Red Letter. Recently re-discovered,
these articles were compiled and released in the book Charlie Chaplin’s
Red Letter Days. At this talk, annotator Dan Kamin will reveal the fascinating
private world of Hollywood’s first superstar!
About the presenter: Dan Kamin created the physical comedy sequences
for Chaplin and Benny and Joon, and trained Robert Downey Jr. and
Johnny Depp for their acclaimed performances. He is the author of The Comedy of Charlie Chaplin,
and the annotator of Charlie Chaplin’s Red Letter Days. Copies of the book will be available for
purchase.
NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE: THE HAUNTED MIND
Remembered today for his novels like The Scarlet Letter and The
House of the Seven Gables, Massachusetts author Nathaniel Hawthorne
focused on tales and short stories for most of his career.
Due to his reclusive nature, however, Hawthorne never offered a
public reading in his lifetime. In fact, he often scorned the fame
which he earned. For this presentation on Thursday July 6 at 7
p.m., however, the author himself (portrayed by literary historian
Rob Velella) will return to read some of his short works which explore the dark side of human nature. A question and answer session will follow
the performance. About the presenter: Rob Velella is an independent literary historian and playwright specializing in American literature of the 19th century. In his
ongoing efforts to bring the writers of yesterday back to the readers of today, he has dramatically brought to life several literary figures, including the young Henry
Wadsworth Longfellow, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Edgar Allan Poe.

Ongoing Adult Programs
Film Series
FOREIGN FILM Hunt for the Wilderpeople (Comedy from New Zealand)
Wednesday, June 14 at 1:30 p.m.
A national manhunt is ordered for a rebellious kid and his foster uncle
who go missing in the wild New Zealand bush. No registration is required.
Refreshments will be served.
TRAVEL FILM Idaho: The Movie
Wednesday, June 21 at 2 p.m.
We’ll see rivers, gorges, wetlands, falls, springs, sand dunes, craters of the
moon and finally Lake Pend Oreille. All this and more in Idaho. No registration
is required. Refreshments will be served.
Ongoing Activities
STORY SWAP
StorySwap, an open forum to swap stories, practice the ones you may have or just listen. This
group is intended for older teens and adults and meets on Monday, June 5 at 7 p.m. No registration
required.
CONVERSATION SALONS
Come and meet some new friends and neighbors as we engage in informal chats, any topic is
acceptable. No registration is required to participate. This month, our conversation salons will be
on Friday, June 9 at 2 p.m. and Wednesday, June 28 at 1 p.m. No registration required.
STEEL CITY WORDSMITHS
This group of writers working towards a published
story will meet on Monday, June 12 from 6:30 – 8:30
p.m. to discuss story topics and give feedback. Questions?
Please contact group leader Anthony Vigliotti
at avalanchepenguin@live.com. No registration
required. No registration required.
NORTH HILLS GENEALOGISTS
This group will meet on Tuesday, June 20. Local historian and author James Wudarczyk will present
Reflections on Civil War Era Pittsburgh. For more information about the North Hills Genealogists,
go to www.northhillsgenealogists.org.
SCRABBLE CLUB
Join us for Scrabble Club at Northland on Thursday,
June 15 at 7 p.m. We will meet on the third Thursday of
every month. Boards are provided by the library, but
feel free to bring your own if you prefer! No registration
required.
CHESS FOR ADULTS
Play chess on a regular basis and pick up some tips and techniques, on Saturday, June 17 from
9:30 a.m. until noon. Registration is not required. Questions? Contact Nancy Stedeford at 412-
367-6284.
Book Discussions
NONFICTION AT NORTHLAND
On Tuesday, June 6 at 7 p.m. we will discuss
Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen. Newcomers
welcome. Our selection for July is His Final
Battle: The Last Months of Franklin Roosevelt by
Joseph Lelyveld.
READINGS IN
ALTERNATIVE EVERYTHING
Interested in mysteries of the
mind, holistic healing, mind/
body/spirit connections and
other alternative ways of
looking at ourselves and our
world? The book
for discussion will be Does the soul survive? A
Jewish journey to belief in afterlife, past lives &
living with purpose by Elie Kaplan Spitz. The next
group meeting will be Tuesday, June 13 at 7 p.m.
BOOKED FOR LUNCH
June’s book is Did you Ever
Have a Family by Bill Clegg.
Join us on Friday, June 9 at
11:30 a.m. Bring a brown bag
lunch and we’ll provide the
beverages. The book for July
will be Commonwealth by
Ann Patchett. No registration
required.
MYSTERY LOVERS BOOK GROUP
If you enjoy reading and discussing good
mysteries, join us on Thursday, June 15 at 7 p.m.
We will discuss The Hound of Baskervilles by Sir
Arthur Conan Doyle. In July, we will be watching
the movie The Hound of Baskervilles. No
registration required.
SERIOUS READERS BOOK GROUP
The group will meet on Saturday, June 24 at
11 a.m. in the Board Room. If you are someone
who enjoys reading and discussing books of
historical significance that have influenced and
shaped the economic, political and cultural
development of the United States you should
join this discussion group.
NORTHLAND KNITTERS
Come work on your project, share tips and patterns with knit and crochet enthusiasts of all skill
levels. The afternoon circle will meet on Friday, June 16 at 1 p.m. The evening circle will meet on
Tuesday, June 27 at 7 p.m.
LA LECHE LEAGUE
This group helps with breastfeeding through mother-to-mother support. The group will meet on
the fourth Friday of the month, June 23 from 10-11 a.m. Questions please contact lalechekim@
gmail.com.

Children’s Programs Registration is required for some programs as noted. You may register online, in
person at the children’s and teen’s services desk or call 412-366-8100, extension 123.
•
•
•
SUMMER BABY & TODDLER TIME
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
• •
•
•
•
BABY &TODDLER STORYTIME
Thursday, June 1
9:30 a.m.
Library fun for tiny ones from six months through 24 months, with a caregiver! Nursery rhymes, tickles, bounces
and more, designed to spark pre-reading skills and library joy. No registration necessary.
THURSDAYS UNDER THE TREE
Begins June 8 – August 3 between 10 a.m. – 12 p.m
Each Thursday we will make something fun. We will try our hand at some crafts, science experiments and other tinkering types of activities.
Drop in for some fun under our very own tree in the Children’s Department. Children of all ages are welcome to be a maker during our Summer
Reading Program.
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT
Tuesdays at 10: 30 a.m.
June 13, 20, 27
10:30 a.m.
Children who enjoy moving to the beat should join us each Tuesday this summer for Summertime Music and
Movement. We will meet outside under the tree near the north parking lot on the upper level when the weather
is nice. (Look for the tent.) If it is too hot or raining, we will meet inside under the tree in the Children and Teens
Services Area. No registration is required for this program.
LEGO CLUB!
Tuesdays from 10:30 to 11:30
June 13, 20 and 27
Children going into second through fifth grade are welcome to come join us on Tuesdays for an hour of
engineering and Lego fun! No registration required!
PICTURE BOOK PICNIC
Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m.
June 14, 21 and 28
Bring a blanket, pack your lunch and listen to stories while you eat! Storytime will be held outside on
sunny days and in our meeting rooms if it is stormy (or too hot!) outside. No registration required.
PRESCHOOL BLOCK PARTY
Wednesday, June 14 from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Preschoolers age three to five with their grown-ups are invited to come and build social skills, STEM knowledge, and vocabulary while playing
with wooden blocks, magnet tiles, Lincoln Logs and more! Only two rules: no throwing blocks, and no knocking down someone else’s creation. No
registration required.
THE PITTSBURGH ZOO VISIT
Tuesday, June 20
1-1:45 p.m. OR 2-2:45 p.m.
As part of Northland’s Summer Reading Program, The Pittsburgh Zoo will be visiting with some of their animals! Please only register for one
program. Because live animals will be present and space is limited, program space is strictly reserved for children in grades kindergarten through
fifth. Registration required.
RONALD MCDONALD BOOK TIME SHOW
Wednesday, June 21 at 7 p.m.
For summer reading participants in preschool through fifth grade. Music, magic and storytelling by world famous
clown, Ronald McDonald! Ronald will amaze and entertain while encouraging elementary school kids to develop a daily
reading habit. Registration required.
for summer readers in preschool through fifth grades

NATURE-OLOGY PRESENTS AN OCEAN OF LIFE
Monday, June 26 at 1 p.m.
As part of Northland’s Summer Reading Program, Nature-ology will be presenting An Ocean of Life. Space
is limited, program space is strictly reserved for children in grades kindergarten through fifth. Registration
required.
STEAM WEDNESDAYS
Wednesdays from 1 -2 p.m.
June 28
Do you like Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math? STEAM Monday is for you! If you are going into
third, fourth or fifth grade, you will enjoy the five activities related to Build a Better World. You won’t want to
miss out on our five STEAM Wednesdays for an hour of STEAM fun.
JEFF SMITH “THE GEODE GUY”
Wednesday, June 28 at 7 p.m.
As part of Northland’s Summer Reading program, Jeff “The Geode Guy” Smith will be here to take us on a journey to Mexico and back! Jeff will
share with us how he mines geodes and how he gets them back home. Jeff will have goodies available for purchase that he will open for you! No
registration is required for this unique family program.
Teen Programs
PRIDE MONTH OPEN HOUSE FOR TEENS
Friday, June 23 from 7-9 p.m.
Celebrate Pride Month with an After Hours Open House event for Teens. Think libraries are still musty books and shushing librarians? Think again!
See what Northland Public Library has to offer. From 7-9 p.m. you are welcome to explore our diverse collection, try out different activities, play
both video and board games, solve our escape room games, ‘minute to win it’ games and we will end the evening with a raffle for a fun prize. Open
to all students in rising ninth to twelfth grades. Registration is required.
MAKER MONDAYS DURING THE SUMMER
We will meet weekly beginning June 5 to August 7 (except for June 26) from 3-4 p.m. Each week teens and tween from
rising sixth grade to rising twelfth grade are invited to explore their creative side through maker materials. You can do a
different project each week or work on one big one for the summer. Come as often as you want. No registration required
and all materials will be provided.
June 5 – Make your own Dr. Who Sonic Screw driver
June 12 – Kites
June 19 – Buttons, buttons, buttons
June 26 – Not meeting
TEEN THURSDAYS DURING THE SUMMER
Will continue to meet June 22- August 3 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. (It will last longer when we watch a movie.) Each
week will be something different. No registration required. Open to all in rising sixth to twelfth grades.
June 22 – Movie Matinée
June 29 – Cooking
Book Nook: Fire up the grill! Father’s Day is this month, which means backyard BBQs and the start
of summer activities. Visit the Book Nook to see what we have. We also sell magazines, movies and
music. Also available are pre-paid copy cards, Northland tote bags, flash drives, ear buds as well as
coffee and snacks. Funds generated from sales help to support Northland Library.

Beyond the Stacks – Download a Travel Guide for Your Summer Trip
Summer travel season is upon us. Most people enjoy reading about other places, and carefully planning their upcoming trips. This is the time of
year when we at Northland watch as our travel books and DVDs fly off the shelves.
If the information that you want is not available on the shelf, consider downloading an e-travel guide to your tablet or phone. Hundreds of travel
guides are available from Overdrive, one of Northland’s e-content providers. Overdrive carries the following travel guides: Rick Steves, Lonely
Planet, Moon, Fodor’s, Frommer’s, Eyewitness, and CultureSmart! Downloadable videos include Worldwide Travel Films and The Seasoned Traveler.
Many phrase books to help in a non-English-speaking country are also available from Overdrive. Hypertext links will take you from the travel
guide to pertinent websites. Wouldn’t it be nice to have all the maps, phone numbers, and hours of operation available at your fingertips?
And don’t forget that you can also download your reading-for-pleasure books, as well as movies, music, and audiobooks. Check it all out at
http://eresources.einetwork.net/ Easy instructions are available at http://www.northlandlibrary.org/e-book-instructions/
Computer Classes Registration is required for these free computer classes. Register
online, in person at the Computer Center on the upper level of the Library or call 412-366-8100,
extension 131. Please notify the Computer Center if you are registered for a class and are unable to attend.
INTRODUCTION TO CLOUD COMPUTING: PART 1
Saturday, June 3, from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Participants will learn what cloud computing is and how to use it to save documents, photos and files online. Participants will examine three
popular cloud computing applications: Apple iCloud, Microsoft OneDrive and Google Drive during the class. Prerequisite: Must have basic computer
and Internet skills.
COMPUTER BASICS
Monday, June 5, from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Participants will learn about the different parts of a computer as well as take a visual tour of the desktop of a Windows 7 computer. Participants
will also learn common keyboard commands and practice typing. For beginning computer users.
MICROSOFT WORD 2016 BASICS PART 1
Monday, June 5, from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Participants will learn about the parts of the Word window and practice formatting and editing text. Participants will also learn how to Cut, Copy,
and Paste and Save a document. For students with no previous Word experience. Prerequisite: Must have mouse skills.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 BASICS PART 1
Friday, June 9, from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Participants will go through some basic Excel terminology before learning how to move around the spreadsheet. Participants will then build some
simple financial documents to practice on. Prerequisite: Must have solid Word experience.
MICROSOFT WORD 2016 BASICS PART 2
Friday, June 9, from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Participants will type some text in Word and then learn how to work with commands such as setting tabs, margins, columns, and spell-check.
Prerequisite: Participation in the Microsoft Word 2016 Basics Part 1 class or similar.
MICROSOFT EXCEL 2016 BASICS PART 2
Monday, June 12, from 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Participants will learn how to create lists, sort data, add codes, format numbers, and work with fill series. Participants will also work with various
formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Participation in the Microsoft Excel 2016 Basics Part 1 class or similar.
INTRODUCTION TO CLOUD COMPUTER: PART 2
Saturday, June 17, from 10:30am – 12:00pm
Come to this class to increase your comfort level with cloud computing services! Participants will use Google Drive to learn how to increase their
online productivity and efficiency. Class topics include converting and printing existing files, creating online surveys in Google Forms and setting
up Google Calendar. Prerequisite: completion of the Introduction to Cloud Computing class or previous experience working with a cloud computing
service.
ONE-ON-ONE TABLET ASSISTANCE
Our Computer Center staff is offering one-on-one sessions to assist with questions you may have about your tablet. Sessions are limited to 30
minutes. Please bring your tablet and come prepared to ask specific questions. To schedule a session, call the Computer Center desk at 412-366-
8100 x 131. When you call, please let us know what topic you’d like help with and what kind of tablet you’re using. Please note: Staff members
are unable to repair your tablet and may not be able to help with all device types, programs, and problems. Patrons may only book one session at
a time.

Volunteer Focus – Dan Storrs
If you think few are interested in what you may say but like to believe that your real-world experiences have value, where do you find the forum
to share your thoughts and consider those of others?
The Conversation Salons at Northland Library are the channel to convey what you have to offer! Decades ago in Portland, Oregon a group of
friends started a conversation group with a few simple rules that required politeness and freedom of expression. A dozen years ago their idea took
root in Pittsburgh and with the support of the Allegheny County Library Association this concept has spread to 15 locations.
According to volunteer facilitator, Dan Storrs, “The sheer joy of hearing intelligent neighbors contribute their ‘two cents’ on almost any subject
encourages me to think this good idea will grow,” and it has. This is Dan’s eighth year of moderating/attending up to eight groups per month.
While some topics are repeated, the conversation salon attendees never run out of new and stimulating issues. Please accept this invitation to
participate in any of the future gatherings of engaging conversation.
Northland Public Library Foundation
When you see this image displayed next to a program, it is an indication that the program has been sponsored in part by the
Northland Public Library Foundation.
SHOW YOUR FAMILY PRIDE OR HONOR A LOVED ONE
Celebrate your family, your loved ones, your grandkids or anyone who loves to read with a paver brick for the Learning Garden at Northland. The
order form is available online: http://www.northlandlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Garden-Brick-Order-Form.pdf.
HELP US BUILD AN OUTDOOR EDUCATIONAL SPACE
Fundraising for The Learning Garden at Northland is ongoing as we seek to build an outdoor educational space for people of all ages. We’re
excited to see people commit to having their family names on garden benches, raised beds and more. As a place with programs where children can
try messy experiments or where adults can learn about composting, the Learning Garden will be a great addition to Northland. We are proud that
it also will be a place where special needs populations can explore our sensory garden elements. Please consider making a multi-year pledge in any
amount to the Learning Garden. Forms are available on our website at https://goo.gl/j7j70L . Thank you for helping Northland Public Library build
a special place of learning and discovery!
TASTY TRUCKS @ NORTHLAND KICKS OFF SUMMER
Tasty Trucks @ Northland is ready for flip-flops, Mexican food, ice cream and more!
La Palapa’s food truck will heat things up on Thursday, June 1 with spicy empanadas, chipotle pork, chicken tacos and
other authentic Mexican treats. Joining them will be TT@N favorite, Pgh Crepes, whose made-to-order crepes never
disappoint. Start with a veggie crepe and finish with a sweet offering.
On June 15, Mission Mahi returns to satisfy all those fabulous fish cravings! Their Tex-Mex fish taco is loaded with fresh,
delicious fish, avocado, peppers and that amazing Sriracho mayo! Cool off with a sundae or cone from
Sugar and Spice. Grab a luscious vanilla cone or go wild with a special flavor dreamed up just for you,
such as Butter Almond, Whitehouse and Salty Caramel Truffle Swirl (offerings change daily).
The food trucks accept cash and all major credits cards, and will be open until 6pm or as supplies last
given the variability of patron support and limited storage capacity of food trucks.
The events benefit Northland Public Library Foundation, which provides financial support
to the library through community fundraising.
Mark your calendars for TT@N every first and third Thursday and enjoy delicious
foods while helping your library! Coming in July: Pgh Po’Boy and La Palapa on July 6;
Sinkers & Suds and Southside BBQ Co. on July 20.
Look for the food trucks in our upper parking lot from noon until 6pm (as supplies last, accepting most major credit cards). Be sure to subscribe
for email alerts for up-to-date information.
CALL FOR CRAFTERS AND VENDORS
The Northland Public Library Foundation will host its popular Fall Vendor and Crafter Fair Saturday, September 23. If you are interested in
participating, please download an application from our website: http://www.northlandlibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/2017-Vendor-and-
Crafter-Contract.pdf or email nplfoundation@einetwork.net.
BOOK GIVING PROGRAM DONATIONS
Northland Public Library wishes to thank the following people who recently contributed to our Memorial and Honor Book Giving Programs. If you
are interested in honoring a loved one or a friend through a gift to Northland, please contact the Northland Public Library Foundation at 412-366-
8100, extension 104 or by email at nplfoundation@einetwork.net.
Memorial Books:
AAUW Evening Book Group in memory of Nora Bell
AAUW Evening Book Group in memory of George Depee
The Serbin Family in memory of MacKenzie Jane Taylor

June Events Northland Library sponsored programs and events in bold.
1 Baby/Toddler Time
9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Tasty Trucks @ Northland
(Pgh Crepes & La Palapa)
12:00 p.m. Library Parking Lot
AAA Two Day Driving Course
1:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Painting Your Pet
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
2 AAA Two Day Driving Course
1:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Genealogy Lock-in
6:30 p.m. Northland Compute Ctr.
4 Closed for Summer Hours
5 Maker Monday for Teens
3:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Writing your Memoir
4:00 p.m. Room 148-1
How to Protect Your Home &
Savings Against Nursing Homes
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
StorySwap
7:00 p.m. Board Room
6 Wise Walk (Week 8)
9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field
Social Security Maximization
6:30 p.m. Room 148-2
North Hills Genealogists
Board Meeting
7:00 p.m. Board Room
Nonfiction at Northland
7:00 p.m.
7 How to Maximize Your
Social Security Benefits
6:30 p.m. Room 148-1
8 UPMC for Life Medicare Seminar
6:00 p.m. Board Room
LGBT Pride Month Panel
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
9 Booked for Lunch
11:30 a.m. Room 148-1
Conversation Salon
2:00 p.m. Room 148-1
10 NA Investment Club-PGH Chapter
10:00 a.m. Room 148-1
11 CLOSED for Summer Hours
12 Maker Mondays-Teens
3:00 p.m. Room 148-2
EE-SIG North Hills Genealogists
6:00 p.m. Board Room
Steel City Wordsmiths
6:30 p.m. Room 148-1
North Hills Coin Club
7:00 p.m. Room 148-2
13 Wise Walk (Week 9)
9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field
Lego Club
10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Summertime Music & Movement
10:30 a.m. Library Upper Parking
Lot-Under the tent
How to Protect Yourself or Loved
One from Nursing Homes
6:30 p.m. Room 148-1
Social Security Maximization
6:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Readings in Alternative Everything
7:00 p.m. Board Room
14 Picture Book Picnic
11:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Foreign / Indie Film Series
1:30 p.m. Room 148-1&2
Preschool Block Party
6:30 p.m Room 148-1&2
15 Thursdays Under the Tree
10:00 a.m. Children’s Dept-
Under the tree
Tasty Trucks @ Northland
(Mission Mahi & Sugar and Spice)
12:00 p.m. Library Parking Lot
Mystery Lovers Book Group
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Scrabble Club
7:00 p.m. Room 148-2
16 Northland Knitters
1:00 p.m. Room 148-1
17 Chess for Adults
9:30 a.m. Room 148-2
18 CLOSED for Summer Hours
19 Maker Mondays-Teens
3:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Writing your Memoir
4:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Medicare 101
6:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Reiki for Health and Wellbeing
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1
20 Wise Walk (Week 10)
9:30 a.m. Pie Traynor Field
Lego Club
10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Summertime Music & Movement
10:30 a.m. Library Upper Parking
Lot-Under the tent
The Pittsburgh Zoo
1:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
North Hills Genealogists
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
21 Picture Book Picnic
11:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Travel Film
2:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
Ronald McDonald
Book Time Magic Show
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
22 Thursdays Under the Tree
10:00 a.m. Children’s Dept-
Under the tree
Teen Thursday
3:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Voices from the Attic: The
Williamstown Boys in
the Civil War
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
23 La Leche League
10:00 a.m. room 148-1
Pride Month
Open House for Teens
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
24 Family Science Olympiad
9:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Serious Readers Book Discussion
11:00 a.m. Board Room
Embroidery Guild of America
1:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Eaton Prep
1:00 p.m. Room 148-2
25 CLOSED for Summer Hours
26 An Ocean of Life
1:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
Indian Cooking Class:
Malai Kofta
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
27 Lego Club
10:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Summertime Music & Movement
10:30 a.m. Library Upper Parking
Lot-Under the tent
NPL Authority Board
Committee Meeting
6:30 p.m. Room 148-2
Northland Knitters
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1
NPL Authority Board Meeting
7:30 p.m. Room 148-2
28 Picture Book Picnic
11:30 a.m. Room 148-1&2
Conversation Salon
1:00 a.m. Room 148-1
STEAM Wednesdays
1:00 p.m. Children’s Dept-
Playful Parenting Room
Jeff the Geode Guy
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
29 Thursdays Under the Tree
10:00 a.m. Children’s Dept-
Under the tree
Eaton Prep
12:00 p.m. Room 148-1
Teen Thursday
3:00 p.m. Room 148-2
Charlie Chaplin’s
Red Letter Days
7:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2
30 LuLaRa Party
1:00 p.m. Room 148-1&2