LIBRARY LINK - OCTOBER 2009

AUTHORS NIGHT
The Friends of the Northern Tier Library are pleased to present Authors Night on Wednesday, October 21st at 7:00 PM. Our featured writers will be:
Katherine Miller Haines, author of the Rosie Winter series. Titles are: The War Against Miss Winter, The Winter of Her Discontent, and Winter in June. This mystery series, set in New York City during the second World War, features aspiring actress Rosie Winter.
Anahita Firouz, author of In the Walled Gardens. This novel, set in pre-revolution Iran, is a passionate haunting love story set in a world on the brink of destruction. In The Walled Gardens gives us a portrait of a vanished era. Join us to learn about the writing process, the publishing process, and more. Books will also be available for purchase and autographing. Registration is requested.

"MEET ME AT THE PIAZZA"
On Saturday, November 14th beginning at 6:30 PM, the library “piazza” will be filled with
boutique items, great treasures, sponsored trees and Chinese auction baskets. Tickets for the event are $25, which includes gourmet pizza and a selection of desserts. Beverages will also be available. This is the library's main fundraising event for the year. In the past, monies raised have been used for special projects. This year, however, the library is facing severe funding cuts, and these funds may be needed to maintain the level of library service that our patrons have come to expect. So take this opportunity to get a jump on your Christmas shopping -and help support your library!

THE SALEM WITCH TRIALS REVISITED
As Halloween approaches, our thoughts turn to witches and ghosts. It is hard to imagine that the existence of witches was taken for granted for many years. The persecution of suspected witches in Salem is a fascinating but sad chapter in our nation's history. Join members of the Association for Research and Enlightenment on Saturday, October 24th, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, for an exploration of these events as revealed though the intuitive work of psychic Edgar Cayce. Registration is required.

HALLOWEEN CHILLER!!
Join us for Alfred Hitchcock's masterpiece of the macabre as we screen Psycho on Monday,
October 26th at 7:00 PM. Forget Freddy and Jason - Norman Bates is creepier by far!

HALLOWEEN PARTY
Where do baby ghosts go during the day? Dayscare Centers!!
On, come on! It was funny!! Join us for some wildly silly Halloween fun on Thursday, October 29th at 6:30 PM. We will sing and dance, hear stories, parade our fantastic costumes for all to see, and then laugh and make crumbs eating spooky cookies! Registration will begin on October 8 for residents of Richland and Pine townships. Registration for all other
patrons will begin on October 15. This party is co-sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

OCTOBER COMPUTER CLASSES
Our computer classes are offered free of charge, but registration is required.
File Management: Monday, October 5th, 12:00-2:00 PM
Want to learn how to organize those files you've been saving, or how to copy them to create a backup? This
class will cover the basics of folder creation and how to make the best use of the "My Computer" features.
Online Forms & Applications: Monday, October 12th, 12:00-2:00 PM
Learn the basics of filling out forms and applying for services on the WWW.
Email: Monday, October 26th, 12:00-2:00 PM
Learn how to sign up for your own free Web-based email account. Learn to send attachments, use the address book, create your own signature file, and manage your email storage with folders.

TINY FINGERS TO TINY VOICES
This sign language course is designed for parents and their child, from birth to kindergarten age, who would like to use another avenue to improve their communication skills. Children must be accompanied by a parent, and is intended for all children, regardless of their disability. The series will be held on October 8th, October 22nd, October 29th, November 5th and November 12th, 10:30-11:30 AM. This free course is sponsored by The Peal Center. For more information, or to register, please contact The Peal Center at 412-281-4404.

CONVERSATION GROUP
Do you enjoy stimulating conversation? Interesting people gather at the Northern Tier Library on the second Thursday of each month to discuss a variety of topics and ideas. The group will meet on Thursday, October 8th, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Join us for the lively exchange of ideas and the art of good conversation. Registration is not required - join us when you can!

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEET
The Friends of the Northern Tier Library will meet on Tuesday, October 6th at 7:30 PM. New and potential members are always welcome.
Welcome to the new and returning Friends!
Joseph & Carolyn Fey - Tim & Laurie Patsy - Sandra Skillen - Kathy Smith

FICTION CRITIQUE GROUP
If you're a writer ready for publication and just need some good input from your peers to polish your fiction, we're the group for you. The Northern Tier Fiction Critique Group is looking for a few good writers to join us at our twice-monthly meetings. We critique novels and short stories with an eye toward helping local writers achieve publication. The group will meet at the library on Monday, October 12th at 6:30 PM. If you're interested, call Kelly at 412-445-4878.

KNIT LIT
Knitters, crocheters (and those who would like to be either one!) are invited to join our group. We will meet at the library on Thursday, October 22nd at 7:00 PM. If you are working on a project, bring it along with you. If you would like to learn, just bring some yarn and we'll teach you how! We'll also talk about some of the books we’ve enjoyed lately - please join us.

HELPING YOUR CHILD BREATHE EASY: AN ASTHMA UPDATE
Does your child have asthma? Learn how you can help your child with an update of the latest asthma treatments on Tuesday, October 27th at 7:00 PM. This program will be presented by Dr. Megan Kilpatrick of Bellevue Pediatrics.
Registration is required.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP
The Northern Tier Library Book Discussion Group meets on the last Thursday of each month to discuss various works of fiction and non-fiction. Join us on October 29th at 10:00 AM for a discussion of My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor. Discussions are lively and open to the public. Please join us!

MOVIE CLASSICS
Marilyn Monroe. Tony Curtis. Jack Lemmon. All in dresses! You'll have two chances to catch Some Like It Hot - Thursday, October 15th at 2:00 PM and again at 7:00 PM. Don’t miss this classic!

HOLIDAY COCKTAIL PARTY
Holiday Hearty Cocktail Party - $38
Wednesday, October 7th, 6:30-9:30 PM
Join us for a fabulous hearty cocktail food experience. The six selections on this menu are so wonderful that you will use them over and over again. Bring your appetite and let the fun begin!
Miniature Roasted Teriyaki Pork Loin Sandwiches with Dijon-Cream Sauce
Zesty Baked Shrimp Scampi with Mancini Bread Chunks
Deep Fried Pork Filled Wontons with Sake Dipping Sauce
Asian Chicken and Water Chestnut Patties
Baked Dim Sum Scallops in Shells
Zesty Liptauer Cheese Platter with Condiments and Rye Toast Toasts
Advance registration is required.

MEMORIAL GIVING PROGRAM
Our thanks to the individuals who made contributions to the Memorial Giving Program during August 2009.
In Memory Of:
Joyce L. Heinricher
by Albert Heinricher and Sons
Barbara Turcovsky
by Donna Sabol
Barbara Turcovsky
by Richard Wodzinski & Mary Ann Mitrick
THANKS!
Thank you to Rachel & Henry for the donation of Good Morning, Good Night! by Melanie Mitchell.

TODDLER STORY TIME
Toddler Story Time, for kids 2-3 years of age and adult, will be held on Mondays, 10:15-10:45 AM . This is a drop in program - join us when you can!
October 5 - My Imagination Vacation!
October 12 - The Pets We Love!
October 19 - The Call of Fall!
October 26 - Halloween!

PILATES
Pilates is a low stress workout that lengthens and strengthens muscles. A six week series of classes will be held on Tuesdays, October 27th-December 1st, from 6:30 to 7:15 PM. A fee of $30 will be charged for the series, or you can pay as you go (space permitting) for $7 per session. The fee must be paid at the time of registration.

UPCOMING EVENTS
Richland Center
October 5, 10:15 AM - Toddler Story Time: My Imagination Vacation!
October 5, 12:00 PM - File Management*
October 6, 6:30 PM - Pilates+
October 6, 7:30 PM - Friends of the Library
October 7, 6:30 PM - Holiday Cocktail Party+
October 8 - Resident Halloween Party Registration Begins
October 8, 10:30 AM - Tiny Fingers to Tiny Voices+
October 8, 1:00 PM - Conversation Salon
October 12, 10:15 AM - Toddler Story Time: The Pets We Love!
October 12, 12:00 PM - Online Forms and Applications*
October 12, 6:30 PM - Fiction Writers Critique Group
October 13, 6:30 PM - Pilates+
October 15 - Nonresident Halloween Party Registration Begins
October 15, 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM - Classic Movies: Some Like It Hot
October 17, 1:00 PM - Seniors for Safe Driving+
October 19, 10:15 AM - Toddler Story Time: The Call of Fall!
October 20, 6:30 PM - Pilates+
October 21, 7:00 PM - Authors Night
October 22, 10:30 AM - Tiny Fingers to Tiny Voices+
October 22, 7:00 PM - Knit Lit
October 24, 10:00 AM - The Salem Witch Trials Revisited*
October 26, 10:15 AM - Toddler Story Time: Halloween!
October 26, 12:00 PM - Email*
October 26, 7:00 PM - Halloween Chiller: Psycho
October 27, 6:30 PM - Pilates+
October 27, 7:00 PM - Helping Your Child Breathe Easy: An Asthma Update*
October 29, 10:00 AM - Book Discussion Group: My Stroke of Insight by Jill Bolte Taylor
October 29, 10:30 AM - Tiny Fingers to Tiny Voices+
October 29, 6:30 PM –-Halloween Party*
*Registration required
+ Fee required