Monday, September 27, 2010
Going Local with Faith Starr
September is Local Food Month here in Pennsylvania! Join us we welcome local radio personality Faith Starr on Wednesday, September 29 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. She will discuss the importance of eating local foods and the impact this decision has on us and our communities. Ms. Starr's radio program, "Living Green with Faith," focuses on offering tips for living a healthier, organic lifestyle. The program can be heard on 620AM every Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. Register for this program online, at the library's circulation desk, or call 724.941.9430. This program is being hosted by the Peters Township Public Library GO Green Club.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Social Security and Financial Planning Event
In recognition of Financial Planning Week (October 4 – 10) and the 75th Anniversary of Social Security, a Social Security representative will discuss tools for planning your retirement, retirement benefits, disability benefits survivor benefits, and more at "Social Security and Financial Planning," presented at Peters Township Public Library on Thursday, October 7 at 7:00 p.m. Participants in this workshop will also learn about features of Social Security online at including applying for benefits online and helpful navigation tips for using the features available at this online site. Information packages will be available to all in attendance.
Providing insight for the financial planning portion of the program will be Darla D. Main, Certified Financial Planner and President-Elect, Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh. Darla Main’s presentation will provide a description of financial planning including retirement planning, estate planning, funding education, facing a financial crisis, handling inheritances and other topics. Participants will learn what life-triggering events may encourage the use of a financial planner and how to locate a financial planner in your area. Discussion will include how to interview a planner to determine whether he/she is a good fit for you.
Register for this free program online, at the library’s circulation desk or call 724.941.9430.
Providing insight for the financial planning portion of the program will be Darla D. Main, Certified Financial Planner and President-Elect, Financial Planning Association of Pittsburgh. Darla Main’s presentation will provide a description of financial planning including retirement planning, estate planning, funding education, facing a financial crisis, handling inheritances and other topics. Participants will learn what life-triggering events may encourage the use of a financial planner and how to locate a financial planner in your area. Discussion will include how to interview a planner to determine whether he/she is a good fit for you. Register for this free program online, at the library’s circulation desk or call 724.941.9430.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
College Financial Aid Night
Help is on the way for parents of high school seniors and juniors getting ready to navigate their way through the college financial aid process.
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), the Peters Township Public Library will host a free “College Financial Aid Night” on Monday, September 27, 2010 from 6:30– 8:00 p.m. at the library. The program will be given by Jim Cardinale, Regional Director of the Pittsburgh Office of PHEAA, who will provide an overview of the financial aid process.
Parents and students are invited to the 60-minute presentation, which will describe all federal and PA-state financial aid programs, scholarships and FAFSA application processes. Other topics will include how colleges award aid to families and how financial aid deadline dates interface with the college admissions process. Loan rates and interest rates for students and parents will also be discussed. A question and answer session will follow the program.
Registration is necessary for this free program via email, at the Library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
In conjunction with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), the Peters Township Public Library will host a free “College Financial Aid Night” on Monday, September 27, 2010 from 6:30– 8:00 p.m. at the library. The program will be given by Jim Cardinale, Regional Director of the Pittsburgh Office of PHEAA, who will provide an overview of the financial aid process.
Parents and students are invited to the 60-minute presentation, which will describe all federal and PA-state financial aid programs, scholarships and FAFSA application processes. Other topics will include how colleges award aid to families and how financial aid deadline dates interface with the college admissions process. Loan rates and interest rates for students and parents will also be discussed. A question and answer session will follow the program.
Registration is necessary for this free program via email, at the Library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
Running for Fun and Fitness: Prevent Pain and Injury
Equally informative for those who are recreational/fitness runners or those who want to start running but have questions about proper technique, this program by Tony Zuloaga, PT, MS, OCS, on Tuesday, August 24 from 7-8:30 p.m. will discuss important running elements, including: proper flexibility, appropriate shoes, better body mechanics, how to increase strength, and helpful exercises. Reasons for pain during or after running will also be covered. Mr. Zuloaga is an orthopedically certified physical therapist and has been in practice for 30 years. Register for this program online, at the library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Home Canning Basics at the Library
Learn the art of home canning at the Peters Township Public Library on Saturday, August 14 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. The workshop will teach how to effectively preserve foods to make the most of summer’s bounty.
Even with all the technological advances in the last fifty years, home canning is one of the safest and most reliable methods of preserving food, if done properly. “Home Canning Basics” will be taught by Loretta O’Brien, who has been canning for 33 years, and Angie Phares, Peters Township Public Library GO Green Club President and Master Gardening candidate.
Register for this free program online, at the library’s circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
Even with all the technological advances in the last fifty years, home canning is one of the safest and most reliable methods of preserving food, if done properly. “Home Canning Basics” will be taught by Loretta O’Brien, who has been canning for 33 years, and Angie Phares, Peters Township Public Library GO Green Club President and Master Gardening candidate.
Register for this free program online, at the library’s circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Native Southwestern PA Plants in the Garden
One of the hottest new trends in gardening and landscaping is the use of native plants. Tonight the library is offering a free program on this topic by Candy S. DeBerry, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biology at Washington & Jefferson College.
Hosting by the PTPL GO Green Club, "Native Plants in the Garden and Landscape" will explain how growing native plants can reduce maintenance and water usage, saving time and money; reduce air, water, and noise pollution; increase biodiversity and create wildlife habitat; and increase property values. This workshop will introduce you to beautiful and landscape-friendly trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and perennials, all native to Southwest Pennsylvania. Register at the library's circulation desk or call 724.941.9430.
Hosting by the PTPL GO Green Club, "Native Plants in the Garden and Landscape" will explain how growing native plants can reduce maintenance and water usage, saving time and money; reduce air, water, and noise pollution; increase biodiversity and create wildlife habitat; and increase property values. This workshop will introduce you to beautiful and landscape-friendly trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and perennials, all native to Southwest Pennsylvania. Register at the library's circulation desk or call 724.941.9430.
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Two-part Couponing 101 series
Learn how to trim your monthly grocery bills, get items for free, and much more at “Couponing 101” a new series being hosted by the Peters Township Public Library on two consecutive Saturdays, August 7 and August 14 from 10 - 11:30 a.m.
The two sessions will explain coupon basics such as where to find the best coupons, how to organize your coupons and to use the weekly circulars to your best advantage. Find out how to read a coupon, what to do with expired coupons, and get your children, spouse, family and friends involved in the process. Each participant will receive a coupon packet to help start a coupon collection.
These classes will be offered by local coupon” experts” Cindi Johnson, Randy Piscatelli, and Lori Lautar, who will share the strategies and tips they have learning during their several years of couponing. Ms. Johnson initiated and maintains the “Coupon Swap” box at the library and has been an avid couponer for 40 years. Mr. Piscatelli has donated over $32,000 in food to various agencies that he has gotten for free through clipping coupons. He believes families can cut their food bills by 50 to 75% easily. Ms. Lautar regularly saves at least 50% on her grocery bills with coupons, and plans to share her knowledge about “coupon stacking” - combining more than one discount when purchasing an item.
To attend these free sessions, please register at the library circulation desk, call 724-941-9430, or email the library. Depending on the interest level at these sessions, the library is considering starting a couponing club for patrons to swap coupons, share web sites with coupon offers, and learn to save money on all their purchases.
The two sessions will explain coupon basics such as where to find the best coupons, how to organize your coupons and to use the weekly circulars to your best advantage. Find out how to read a coupon, what to do with expired coupons, and get your children, spouse, family and friends involved in the process. Each participant will receive a coupon packet to help start a coupon collection.
These classes will be offered by local coupon” experts” Cindi Johnson, Randy Piscatelli, and Lori Lautar, who will share the strategies and tips they have learning during their several years of couponing. Ms. Johnson initiated and maintains the “Coupon Swap” box at the library and has been an avid couponer for 40 years. Mr. Piscatelli has donated over $32,000 in food to various agencies that he has gotten for free through clipping coupons. He believes families can cut their food bills by 50 to 75% easily. Ms. Lautar regularly saves at least 50% on her grocery bills with coupons, and plans to share her knowledge about “coupon stacking” - combining more than one discount when purchasing an item.
To attend these free sessions, please register at the library circulation desk, call 724-941-9430, or email the library. Depending on the interest level at these sessions, the library is considering starting a couponing club for patrons to swap coupons, share web sites with coupon offers, and learn to save money on all their purchases.
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