This Week @ the Library Oct. 11-16

From the Children's Department

GIRL'S NIGHT OUT
Ages: Girls in grades 4 - 8 and their moms / caregivers
When: Monday, October 11
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
It's a girls night out! All mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and daughters are invited to meet once a month -- just us girls! Enjoy reading together, watching chick flicks, and sharing in this special book club! Register in the Children's Department.

FAMILY PAJAMA STORYTIME-JUNGLE JAMBOREE
Ages: For kids and parents of all ages
When: Tuesday, October 12
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
Look for the Bear Necessities .. they're at the library! Make awesome jungle animal masks, play games, and enjoy treats fit for a trek through the wildest jungle! Watch and sing along with your favorite Jungle Book songs on the big screen and take your turn at the tiger piñata! It's a jungle in here! Register in the Children's Department.

THE HEROES OF OLYMPUS: THE LOST HERO RELEASE PARTY!
Ages: For all ages
When: Tuesday, October 12
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Come and get first dibs on the first in the new series by Rick Riordan, The Heroes of Olympus: The Lost Hero! Compete in Camp Half Blood trials, watch the movie featuring our favorite Olympic hero Percy Jackson, wear a toga, enjoy Greek snacks, and win prizes! It's a party of Olympic proportions! Register in the Children's Department.

From the Young Adult Department

INTERNATIONAL AFTERNOONS
When: Wednesday, October 13
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Join us as we travel the world! Each month, we'll visit another exciting country and experience their cuisine, art, music, and more. Pack your suitcase and get your passports ready! This week: AUSTRIA

AFTERNOON MOVIE & MUNCHIES
When: Thursday, October 14
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Need a break from class and homework? If so, join us for a relaxing afternoon of movies and munchies in the Teen Reading Room.

ANIME CLUB
When: Every Friday, now through December 17
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Join us in the Teen Reading Room to celebrate your love of all things Anime and Manga. We'll discuss and watch the latest trends in comics, DVD's and magazines. All otaku are welcome!

SUPER SMASH BROS. BRAWL!
Ages: All ages welcome!
When: Saturday, October 16
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Check in is at 11:30 a.m. Game play will begin at 12:00 p.m.
You must check in before 12:00 p.m. in order to play.Cost: $2.00 entrance fee
Registration is required for each tournament session.
Due to popular demand, our brawl tournament series is continuing this fall! Join us in the Teen Room to show off your brawling skills and win some awesome prizes. The top scorers each month will earn the chance to compete and win in our January 8, 2011 Grand Championship. Start practicing and get ready to BRAWL!
Questions? E-mail the Young Adult Librarian .

Programs for Adults

WORD PROCESSING 3
When: Tuesday, October 12
Time: 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.
Cost: $5.00
In this class, students will learn about templates, multiple columns, adding graphics, mail merge, and discuss compatibility issues related to the Microsoft Office 2007 programs at the library. Basic mouse and keyboarding skills are required.
Pre-registration is required. Registration is not complete until payment is received; register at the library's circulation desk.

EVENING BOOK CLUB FOR ADULTS
When: 2nd Wednesday of every month
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
October 13: Luncheon of the Boating Party by Susan Vreeland
The book club meets in the library's 2nd floor Reading Room. Please call the Reference staff at 724-941-9430 ext. 327 for information.

THE MECHANICS OF STARTING A SMALL BUSINESS
When: Thursday, October 14
Time: 6:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Presented by: Lindsey A. Biddle, Management Consultant, University of Pittsburgh Small Business Development Center, Ed Nemeth, Washington County Council on Economic Development, and Mary Gibson, Attorney
Thinking of starting a small business? Find out all of the basics at this seminar. This program is geared towards individuals interested in starting their own business. The program will go over different business structures, licensure necessary to start a small business, sources of startup capital, and the steps one should take before opening a small business in the state of Pennsylvania. Register for this program online, at the library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.