Beginning at 6:00 p.m., the Library will welcome Art Rooney, Jr., second son of Arthur J. Rooney, Sr. who was “The Chief” and founder of the Pittsburgh Steelers Football Club. Mr. Rooney, Jr. will discuss his book “Ruanaidh: The Story of Art Rooney and His Clan.” Described as “Part memoir, part anecdotal history of Pittsburgh's North Side, where the author grew up, and part football book, ‘Ruanaidh’ follows to its conclusion the extraordinary life of Art Rooney, Sr. - the Chief.” Mr. Rooney will remain for a book signing at the conclusion of his presentation.
Appearing in the Library Main Lobby at 7:00 p.m. will be “Songs from Italy: Christina Chirumbolo in Concert.” Called the “American girl with an Italian heart,” soprano Christina Chirumbolo and her combo group will perform selections from her recently released debut CD “The Stranger.” Her performance will be followed by a reception, open to the public, from 8:00-8:30 p.m. Ms. Chirumbolo, a recent graduate of Canon-McMillan High School and Carnegie Mellon University, is making her dream of becoming a professional singer come true. She describes her music as "Italian Folk Fusion,” which she explains is “…Italian music with a pop flair and an influence of jazz." To hear a sample of Christina’s music, visit her web site.Reservations for these free special events will be taken at the Library’s Circulation Desk or by calling 724-941-9430.
