The Northland Library’s Garden Gala is back.

The gala is scheduled for Saturday, April 22 at the library and, weather permitting, outside in the Learning Garden. People can come hungry and thirsty to eat, sip, and laugh throughout the library. Dozens of delicious offerings from local restaurants and caterers will be available as will be tastes of spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages. Enjoy entertainment and mingle with friends while browsing the silent auction.

Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $95 for VIP and $75 for regular admission. Go to www.northlandlibrary.org/foundation/garden-gala for more details and to purchase tickets

Keeping you safe

New AED Units thanks to support from Passavant Hospital Foundation

We are so thankful for the support of the Passavant Hospital Foundation to help us keep our visitors and staff safe! Thanks to their generous grant, Northland was able to purchase new upgraded AED units. These new units will replace our aging units and help us fulfill our mission to enable, empower, and encourage lifelong learning and discovery in a safe, welcoming space for all! Northland’s AED units can be found on the lower- level near the checkout desk and on the upper-level near the Ask A Librarian desk.

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Adults, Children, Teens and everywhere in between

Adults

CAREGIVER SUPPORT CAFÉ: WHAT IS MEMORY

Thursday, March 2 at 6 p.m.

Learn more about Dementia with Erin McMaster, Memory Care Advisor from Arden Courts. Ask questions or discuss concerns you have about your loved one with Alzheimer’s, Dementia, or other cognitive/memory issues. Registration is required. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

COMMON HAND CONDITIONS: DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT

Thursday, March 23 at 6 p.m.

Dr. Trenton M. Gause II, MD, orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon with Tri Rivers Musculoskeletal Centers, will talk about the symptoms, causes and treatments for common hand conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, arthritis and De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis. Registration is required.

TEA TRIUMPH: MASTERING THE ART OF HERBAL TEA MAKING

Monday, March 27 at 6 p.m.

Discover how to create your own tea! Jessica Graves of Una Biologicals will cover the do’s and don’ts of formulating tea, how to select herbs for your specific needs, and even how to grow them yourself.

Registration is required.

About the presenter: Jessica Graves is an herbalist, maker of organic goodness, and CEO of Pittsburgh local Una Biologicals. She has been making tea, lotions, and skin care, all for health and happiness, since 2008.

CHILDREN, ‘TWEENS AND TEENS

HOMESCHOOL MEETUP – Friday, March 3 at 10 a.m.

ROBOTS!

Family Instructors of North Hills (FINS) will be here to answer questions and demonstrate their award-winning robots! Drop in between 10 and 11 a.m. for this informal meet and greet. No registration is required.

HOMESCHOOL MEETUP – Friday, April 7 at 10 a.m. at McCandless Town Hall

FIRE SAFETY

Fire safety training sponsored by the Town of McCandless and Northland Public Library at the McCandless Town Hall. This program is for homeschool students enrolled in grades 1 through high school. Space is limited. Everyone attending must register (including parents).

Select ongoing adult programs and activities

For a FULL list of Monthly Book Discussion Groups and Activities see Northland’s website www.northlandlibrary.org.

NONFICTION AT NORTHLAND – First Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

An informal discussion of current nonfiction books on a wide variety of topics. Email

colemank2@northlandlibrary.org to join the group’s email list.

March 7: Cultish: the language of fanaticism by Amanda Montell

April 4: Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy: four women undercover in the Civil War by Karen Abbott

ONCE UPON A CRIME: TRUE CRIME BOOK CLUB – Third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.

Discuss the who, what, where, when, and why in some of true crime’s most intriguing tales! No registration is required. Email colemank2@northlandlibrary.org to join the group’s email list.

March 21: See What I Have Done by Sarah Schmidt

April 18: In Cold Blood by Truman Capote

Select ongoing Children, ‘Tween and Teen programs and activities

A full list of monthly ongoing groups and activities is available at the library website.

NORTHLAND J794.1 CHESS CLUB — Third Monday of each month from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

March 20; April 17

Kids in grades kindergarten through 8 are invited to drop in to enjoy chess instruction, chess puzzles, and play pick-up games. No registration is required. Parents of children in grades K through 4 must remain in the building during club time.

High School chess players: contact Children & Teen Services to see how you can earn community service volunteer hours!

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME! — Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29; April 5, 12, 19, 26 at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m.

Children will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and rhythms at this 30-minute storytime. Children must be at least 3 years of age to attend. Infants under the age of 1 year may attend with their sibling(s). No

registration is required.

NOTE: A limited number of people (children and adults) will be permitted in the meeting rooms to attend this first come, first served program. No one will be admitted once the program begins.

TODDLER TIME — Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. or 11 a.m.

Toddlers 12 months to 35 months with a caregiver are invited to participate in songs, rhymes and library fun that build important pre-reading skills. Registration is required. Space is limited. The 10 and 11 a.m. sessions on both days are identical. A one-time registration will cover the four-week session of your choice.

Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 10 a.m. – Registration open

Tuesdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28 at 11 a.m. – Registration open

Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 at 10 a.m. – Registration open

Wednesdays, March 8, 15, 22, 29 at 11 a.m. – Registration open

Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 at 10 a.m. – Registration begins March 15

Tuesdays, April 4, 11, 18, 25 at 11 a.m. – Registration begins March 15

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME — Tuesdays from 1 to 1:20 p.m.

A baby-centered storytime designed for the littlest ones ages 0 to 12 months. Babies may bring one guest to join in on 20 minutes of fingerplays, rhymes, tickles, and songs. Due to limited space, registration is required.

March 14, 21, 28 – Registration open

April 11, 18, 25 – Registration begins March 15