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In this issue Love YOUR Library This September Page 2
Library Revitalization Page 3 Library Card Sign-up Month Page 7
Find Your Next Good Read Friends’ Sale Offers Good Reads at Great Prices As the air turns cooler and you long for cozy reads, you can look forward to the Friends of the Sewickley Public Library’s Fall Book Sale coming up this month. Find all the books you need, from newer
fiction and classics, to books on cooking, sports, history, and more! Looking for more than just books? Check out the selection of movies,
television series, and music CDs.
As always, you can get the most book-for-your-buck on Sunday, which is Bag Sale day. You can fill up one of the provided bags for just $5.00! This fall’s sale dates and times are as follows: Friday, September 6 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday, September 7 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday, September 8 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
September is Love Your Library Month Great stories start at Sewickley Public Library, and during the
month of September, we’re writing a love story. All gifts made to the library through September 30th will generate matching funds provided by the Jack
Buncher Foundation through the Love Your Library campaign.
Celebrated at libraries throughout
Please consider joining the Love
Allegheny County, the Love Your
Your Library campaign with a gift
Library campaign is designed to
today. Gifts may be made in-
focus attention on the critical
person, by mail to the Sewickley
mission of public libraries not just
Public Library, 500 Thorn St.,
to lend books, but to provide
Sewickley, PA 15143, or online.
educational opportunities for all.
Visit our website at
Your gift to the library’s annual
www.sewickleylibrary.org/
fund serves as a gesture of love to
loveyourlibrary for more details
library patrons who come to learn
on how to make your gift count
a new skill, read a great book, find
during the Love Your Library
answers to a question, or work
campaign.
quietly among literary friends.
When You Show Your Love, You Can Win This month, the Library is hosting a raffle for a Love Your Library-themed gift basket featuring great books recommended and autographed by our Librarians, gift cards to local restaurants and businesses, and other goodies. Your purchase of a $5 ticket supports the Love Your Library campaign and counts toward the donations that generate matching funds from the Jack Buncher Foundation. Purchase your tickets at the Circulation Desk in the library beginning Tuesday, September 3. The luck y winner will be drawn on Monday, September 30th.
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Upcoming Revitalization of Library Spaces
materials will remain a priority at the
A message from Patty Jones,
to comment on potential changes to
President of the Library’s Board of
their library experience.
Directors
heart of our mission. As these plans continue to develop, they will be shared in a display at the circulation desk, providing patrons an opportunity
Spanish tile roof. Especially during Love Your Library month, I’d like to express our gratitude as a Board of Directors to our generous donors who provide gifts to support library services and operations. You keep the library’s
Funding for these first floor
foundation of funding strong so that
The library has been consulting with an refurbishments will be provided in part architect for several months now to
by a bequest from the Raymond C. and
review usage of space on the library’s
Martha S. Suckling Fund of The
first floor. Input from last year’s Love
Pittsburgh Foundation, as well as
Your Library survey was used to set
private donations and matching
goals for creating flexible study and
grants. In addition to these
work spaces that will address the changing needs of library patrons as technology and collaborative work find
“Each of us loves our village library, and we all are doing
their way into our traditionally quiet
our part to ensure its
we may utilize funds from bequests
library spaces. We also seek to create
success and vitality.“
and grants to accomplish these types
expanded space for our teen
- Patty Jones
department where our young adults
President, Board of Directors, Sewickley Public Library
can enjoy freedom of exploration and
of maintenance projects and long-term improvements. Each of us loves our
village library, and we all are doing our part to ensure its success and vitality.
creative expression without conflicting with the needs of patrons in our
improvements, our historic building
quieter historic reading room. Of
also requires maintenance and repair
course all of these changes will have a
to its infrastructure such as the roof
potential impact on the library’s
and the parking lot. You may have
collection as shelving is moved to
noticed some water damage on the
accommodate changing spaces; a
ceiling of the historic reading room.
careful study of that impact is
We are currently working to determine
underway so that circulation of
the best solution to repair our delicate
Questions about any of these projects, or about library funding, can be answered at any time by our library’s
executive director, Carolyn Toth, at 412-741-6920 x223 or tothc@einetwork.net.
On Display in September In September, the display cases will feature two doll collections. The majority will be from Sewickley Public Library’s own Miryam Ratchkauskas’s large international collection, “dolls from every country.” A Moon resident, Miryam began collecting dolls in 1971 when she moved from her native Lithuania to Israel. One case will also showcase selections from Pamela Armstrong’s doll collection. Pamela spent her teenage years in Sewickley, in the late 1950’s and early sixties. Come by and check out these two interesting and delightful collections!
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No Registration Required!
Children’s Programs
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Thursdays | 9:30 am & 1:30 pm Ages 3 ½- 6 without a caregiver, meet for 45 minute stories, songs, and finger plays. Without an adult. FAMILY BLOCK PARTY Saturdays | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm It’s a Block Party! PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH - AGE 6, with caregiver.
BABIES & BOOKS Tuesdays | 9:30 am, 10:30 am & 1:00 pm Nursery and action rhymes, books and songs for children up to 24 months, with caregiver. Please, no older children. STORIES FOR 2’S & 3’S Wednesdays | 9:30 am & 10:30 am A half hour of finger plays, songs and stories for 2-year-olds to 3-year-olds, with an adult. Please, no older children.
Please register for the following programs, unless otherwise noted. Register online at: www.sewickleylibrary.org/kids FAMILY STORY TIME AT OHIO TOWNSHIP NATURE CENTER
FAMILY YOGA - STUFFIE THEMED
UNICORN PARTY
Mondays | Sept 9, 16 & 23 | 10-10:45am Sewickley Public Library is hosting a family story time at the Ohio Township Nature Center. Stories, songs and crafts for the whole family. FAMILY PROGRAM.
Fri | Sept 13 | 11-11:45am Join us for yoga and stories. Bring your yoga mat or a beach towel and wear comfy clothes. Don’t forget your favorite stuffed animal to join in on the fun. FAMILY PROGRAM.
Wed | Sept 18 | 6-7pm Calling all unicorn fans! Join us to make adorable unicorn crafts and read unicorn stories. GRADES K-3.
LEGO CLUB
GRANDPARENT STORYTIME
Fri | Sept 20 | 11-11:45am Preschool program that pairs books with hands-on experiences to engage and interest children through active, scientific learning. While using observation and critical thinking, children and parents will explore different scientific concepts. AGES 3-5 WITH ADULT.
Tues | Sept 10 | 6-6:30pm It’s a Lego Party. Children will be encouraged to put their creativity to work and build awesome Lego creations. No registration required. GRADES K-5.
Sat | Sept 14 | 2pm Bring your grandparents, your pap, and your nanna for storytime! Fun stories and crafts all about grandparents!! FAMILY PROGRAM.
BABY & TODDLER EXPLORATION TIME DOG TALES Wed | Sept 11 | 6-7pm Stop in at any time during this hour long sensory experience! Babies and toddlers can play and explore our various sensory stations that will encourage your little one’s curiosity and sense of wonder through touch, sight and sound. Babies & Toddlers WITH ADULT.
STORYTIME CHESS FOR 4 YEAR OLDS AND KINDERGARTNERS
Sun |Sept 15 | 2-3pm Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to! Come pick out a picture book of your choice and snuggle up with a furry reading companion. Join us for a 15-minute time slot to read to a dog. GRADES K-5.
ILLUSTRATION EXPLORATION LOIS EHLERT
Mon | Sept 16 | 6-7pm Every month we’ll be Thursdays | Sept 12, 19, & 26 | 6:30-7pm talking about a new Learn the basics of Chess through this fun illustrator and this month and interactive program. Each week we it’s Lois Ehlert: Author/Illustrator of Leaf will learn about a different piece and why Man, Snow Balls, and Planting a Rainbow. it moves in the way in which it does. We will be reading books illustrated by AGES 4-5. Caregivers are welcome. Ehlert, speaking about her art style and then the whole family will get to explore stations at their own pace! Don’t forget to join us next month for a new illustrator. Easels ‘N Eats FAMILY PROGRAM.
Wed | Sept 11 | 6-7:30pm
BLOCK PARTY TUESDAY
Calling all art and food lovers! We’re teaming up with the Teen Dept. for a paint-a-long party just for tweens! We’ll be following a tutorial, snacking the night away, and at the end, you’ll have an awesome fall-themed masterpiece to hang on your wall! Registration is limited. GRADES 4 & UP!
Tues | Sept 17 | 5-8pm Drop into the Children’s Department anytime during this evening block party to PLAY, BUILD, and LEARN at the library. No need to register. FAMILY PROGRAM.
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AMERICAN GIRL SATURDAY: SAGE Sat | Sept 21 | 1pm It’s American Girl Saturday. Explore your artistic side and learn about the 2013 Girl of the Year: Sage. GRADES K-5.
MIGHTY MATH Tues | Sept 24 | 6-6:30pm The last Tuesday of the month is Math Tuesday. Kids will learn math concepts using games and activities. This month we will build catapults and learn about distance. GRADES K-2.
PARACHUTE PLAY Fri | Sept 27 | 11-11:30am Thirty minutes of activities that includes music, creative movement and fun, all with one colorful parachute! AGES 2-5 WITH ADULT.
ADAPTIVE STORYTIME Sat | Sept 28 | 2-2:45pm This inclusive program of stories, songs, activities and free play is welcoming and will adapt to your child’s needs. Ideal for preschoolers who are differently abled, may be on the Autism Spectrum, have Sensory Processing issues, or feel overwhelmed by noises or crowds. PRESCHOOLERS & THEIR FAMILIES.
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Adult Programs TAKE A WISE WALK Every Thursday | 9:30 - 11:30am Wise Walks is ideal for active 50+ adults who are interested in a lively and social exercise program. Meet in the library, walk between 1-3 miles, and return to the library to enjoy a healthy snack. No New walkers are always welcome! WRITE NOW! Every Friday | 10:30am-12pm Conducted by Jeanne Zell, participants enjoy writing from prompts in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere. REIKI Every Friday | 2-3:30pm Learn more about therapeutic touch and experience a relaxing, peaceful session. SAHAJA MEDITATION Every Saturday | 11am-12pm Enjoy the silence, peace, and stress release that is always free. Newcomers welcome. ADULT KNITTING CLUB Tues | Sept 3 | 10am New to the hobby or have years of experience, everyone is welcome! Bring your project or come to learn. An experienced knitter will be on hand for instruction. NOH BEFORE YOU GO: THE ENGLISHLANGUAGE NOH PLAY “GETTYSBURG” AT STEPHEN FOSTER MEMORIAL Tues | Sept 3 | 7pm In Pittsburgh, we’re all familiar with the Battle of Gettysburg and the stories of valiant soldiers on both sides of the Civil War’s bloodiest battle. But what’s Japan’s medieval noh theater got to do with it? Join Elizabeth Oyler of the University of Pittsburgh’s Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures for a crash course in the noh theater and some background about the creation of the play “Gettysburg.” And then be in the “noh” and join us for the play on September 14th at the Stephen Foster Memorial. For more information about the performance and
Get Lit! A Social Cure for your Average Book Club
Tues | Sept 17 | 7pm Fruit of the Drunken Tree by Ingrid Rojas Contreras SEPTEMBER’S LOCATION: China Palace
related activities, please contact Elizabeth Oyler at eaoyler@pitt.edu. SENIOR COMPUTER CLUB Thurs | Sept 5 | 12-2pm If you’re an older adult and want to have fun, make new friends, and learn about computers and the Internet, join us monthly. Please register. EXPLORING THE BENEFITS OF TAI CHI Tues | Sept 10 | 9am Find out why Tai Chi is recommended for fall prevention and chronic pain. Tai Chi is an exercise that almost anyone can do. We will discuss the health benefits and demonstrate the basic movements. TAI CHI CLASSES Tuesdays | 10am Beginning on September 10 and extending through mid-December, join instructor Pat Farkas in practicing the healthful benefits of Tai Chi. Please register, a fee of $25 is payable on the first day. CONVERSATION SALON Wed | Sept 11 | 10am This engaging group of adults meets monthly on the 2nd Wednesday for coffee and great discussions. Newcomers always welcome! INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL Wed | Sept 11 | 11am-1pm This class will cover the basics of using this popular spreadsheet software. Please register. ADAPTIVE ART FOR ADULTS Mon | Sept 16 | 1-2:30pm This month, artists will draw and paint to create a fall still life! This adaptive art class is designed to accommodate a wide range of adult learners and abilities. There is no fee for this program. Adults with their caregivers, please register. LET'S TALK ABOUT MURDER! TRUE CRIME DISCUSSION GROUP Mon | Sept 16 | 7pm Calling all TRUE CRIME FANS! Each month we'll pick a theme! Come with a story to share based on the theme! Local legends, unsolved mysteries, famous cases - all are welcome! September’s Theme: BACK TO SCHOOL. Open to all adults 21+ SENIOR IPAD/IPHONE CLUB Wed | Sept 18 | 11am-12:30pm We welcome all who are interested 6
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GROUPS Mystery Book Group Tues | Sept 10 | 7pm The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn
Brown Bag Book Group Thurs | Sept 19 |11:30am Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate
Fourth Tuesday Book Group Tues | Sept 24 | 7pm TBA
in expanding their knowledge of iPads and iPhones. Please bring your own device if you already own one. Please register. FRENCH CONVERSATION Wed | Sept 18 & 25 | 1-2pm You are invited to join Anne Marie Salih, a native speaker, to practice French speaking skills. This group is for individuals who have a basic knowledge of French. SENIOR ANDROID PHONE/TABLET CLUB Wed | Sept 18 | 1:30-3pm For anyone interested in becoming more comfortable with and learning some tips and tricks to using your Android devices (Samsung, LG, Google Pixel, Sony). Please bring your own device if you already own one. Please register. FALL INTO CRAFTING Mon | Sept 23 | 7pm What better way to celebrate the first day of autumn than to make some fall-inspired crafts? Come learn how to make a colorful, felt leaf garland to bring the beauty of fall indoors. All materials provided. Please register. Image: liagriffith.com INTRO TO MICROSOFT WORD Wed | Sept 25 | 11am-1pm Learn the ins and outs of this standard word processing computer program. Please register.
Thank You for a Great Summer! The Sewickley Public Library would like to thank the following for their generous support of this year’s Summer Reading programs: The Friends of Sewickley Public Library The Sewickley Kiwanis Club Dentistry for Kids Ambridge School Association Ultimate Pastry Shop Bruegger’s Bagels - Sewickley Bellweather
Library Cards Hold the Key to Lifelong Learning A library card opens a world of infinite possibilities through resources and services that give students the tools to succeed in school and beyond. From STEAM
(science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) programs, family storytimes, to makerspaces and in-person or virtual homework help, libraries transform lives
through education.
Pizza Roma Fun By The Pound Sewickley Confectionary The Penguin Book Shop Kathy Fear Bobbi Irving Sandra Lane NeighborWorks Western PA
Since 1987, Library Card Sign-up
For more information about how to
Month has been held each
sign up for a library card, visit our
September to mark the beginning of
membership page online at
the school year. During the month,
sewickleylibrary.org/card or visit
the American Library Association
the library in person.
(ALA) and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs up for their own library card. In order to promote this wonderful
resource, the Sewickley Public Library will be at the Sewickley Farmer’s Market on Saturday, September 14 from 9am - 1pm ready to get new users of all ages signed up for a library card.
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Donations Memorial Donations:
Caroline Bologna
Quaker Valley School District Board of Directors in memory of Esther M. Ball
General Donations:
Stanley and Judith Brown
The Ann and Frank Cahouet Foundation
Christina Cassotis
Wayne and Mary Murphy in memory of Roger Brown
Eric and Aileen Happe
Joseph and Marianne Cibulas
Thermo Fisher Scientific Ken and Mary Urish
John and Susan Comerci
Quaker Valley School District Board of Directors in memory of Sophia Brulia Sewickley Civic Garden Council in memory of Jill Clark Gail Etter in memory or Rita Etter
Quaker Valley School District Board of Directors in memory of Nichelle Faulkner Joseph Marrone in memory of Jose Ivan Gonzalez
SPL Annual Appeal Donations: Amazon Smile Foundation BNY Mellon Matching Gifts Program David and Marcia Cifrulak Eaton Matching Gifts Program Mike Glenn Charitable Trust Claire Grotevant
Marya Nitko John Orndorff
Matt Solter
Hayes and Patricia Stover
Lorraine and David Stragar
Robert and Barbara Thaw
Robert Patterson
Russell and Susan Ulmer
Wayne and Mary Murphy in memory of Bob Sittig Honor Donations: Rita Kramer in honor of Dr. Sally Hoover Podroskey Family in honor of Anna Podroskey’s 3rd Birthday
Lucile Conrad Joyce Cortese Kate Crouch Jim and Joane D'Antonio Janet Daugherty
Harry Dombi Patricia and Robert Drogowski Sharon Eakes Gustav and Susan Eles Scott and Amy Elste Jeff and Liz Fecko
In Memory of Helga Barringer Hallstein:
Quaker Valley School District Board of Directors in memory of Marian Palmer
Gary and Janet Chace
Friends of Sewickley Public Library Annual Appeal Donations: William and Sharron Abraham M. Jean Ackerman Ahmed Aziz and Diana Lalich Robert Bagans
Neill and Shirley Barker Robert Barry
Regan Fetterolf Gerald and Donna Fisher Robert and Mary Beth Gasior
Ralph and Gretchen Goetz Greater Pittsburgh Orthopedic Association Margaret Gregory Annette Grimaldi William and Katharine Harbison Thomas and Jennifer Hay Edward Heres and Sarah Stoessel Heres Ivan and Ruth Hoffman Kate Jeffe Harris and Patricia Jones
Anne Battaglia Shirley Benedict
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Friends of Sewickley Public Library Annual Appeal Donations: (continued) Sally Kitchen David and Kathleen Kovacs Lucinda Koval David and Pamela Lasorda Bob Lavery
Sheila Lenehan George and Betsey Linge Paul Magee Michael and Gail Mangan Greg McFarlane Anne Metcalf Claire Miller Keith, Russell and Samantha Miller Rajen and Carolyn Mookerjee Randi Morgan and Jordan Garber Joseph and Jean Mulhern Diane Mullin
Wayne and Mary Murphy
Gary and Carol Schurman
David and June Nimick
Stephen Sherman
Martin O'Brien
Richard Simmons
Stephen and Elizabeth O'Keefe
Raymond and Mary Sisak
Sandra Olenick
Ed Stewart
Dan and Elaine Park
Robert Stiegel
Richard and Karen Parker
Paul Taiclet
Joseph and Antoinette Passarello
Robert and Joan Peirce
James Thompson and Alma Lleras
James and Dolores Perino
Renee Tobias
RAK Medical
Rodney and Molly Torbic
Leslie and Robert Riker
Albert and Damian Vaccaro
Mary Anne Riley
John and Martha Vaccaro
Tracey Rock
Norman and Mary Jean Voigt
William Roemer
Frank and Barbara Wasco
Thomas and Nancy Rostek
Saundra and Thomas Waseleski
Gwendolyn Safran
Louis Weiss
Larry and Sharron Schaefer
Robert Wolf
James and Lenore Schilling
David Yasko
Linda and Scott Schober
John and Margaret Zimmerman
Vaishali and Matthew Schuchert
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