The library will be holding a “New Year – New Gear” Technology Fair on Saturday, January 29, 2011 from 1-3 p.m. in the main lobby of the library.
The library has recently purchased an iPad, eReaders, and an iPod to provide hands-on experience for patrons in using these new technologies and to fully benefit from the new library resources that are available. Library staff will offer help sessions to download audio books and eBooks to a home computer or to an iPod. Demonstrations of new children’s technologies like BookFlix, Tag, and Interactive Books will be taking place as well throughout the afternoon. Patrons can also register for UniversalClass™, a site that offers non-credit courses covering a wide range of topics. Other services, such as online registration for adult programs and the library’s weekly e-newsletter will be discussed as well.
Registration is not required for this event, and patrons are encouraged to drop by the library during the afternoon hours to take advantage of this special program to assist them with their technology questions. For more information, call the library at 724.941.9430.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
Budgeting and Learning to Save -- A program that makes cents
–“Thrift is the new black” according to “The Wall Street Journal Guide to the New Rules of Personal Finance" by Dave Kansas, who recommends now is the time to “…start with the foundation of eliminating debt and saving money.” To that end, members of the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) will discuss budgeting, establishing sound financial priorities, and learning how to save at “Budgeting and Learning to Save: A Program that Makes Cents” on February 10 at the Peters Township Public Library. Register for this program online, at the library circulation desk, or call 724.941.9430.
Program participants will include: Vic Conrad, CFP®, ChFC, AIF®, CPA (inactive) of Pinnacle Financial Strategies in Wexford; Jack Ellsworth, CPA, CVA of Cottrill Arbutina & Associates in McMurray and Robert Henkels, CPA, MED of R.D. Hoag & Associates in Pittsburgh. They will form a panel discussion from 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. and will field audience questions from 8:00 – 8:30 P.M.
Even though the economy is slowly recovering and job growth is still quite slow, you will learn at this session that it is not how much you make, but how much you spend. PICPA’s experts will also help you formulate your financial priorities and how to pay yourself first.
The Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) is committed to helping improve the financial literacy of Pennsylvania residents. In partnership with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and as part of a national effort, PICPA seeks to educate the public about fiscal responsibility, money management, and other issues relating to life’s stages through a variety of local programs and resources. For additional resources, visit their web site.
Program participants will include: Vic Conrad, CFP®, ChFC, AIF®, CPA (inactive) of Pinnacle Financial Strategies in Wexford; Jack Ellsworth, CPA, CVA of Cottrill Arbutina & Associates in McMurray and Robert Henkels, CPA, MED of R.D. Hoag & Associates in Pittsburgh. They will form a panel discussion from 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. and will field audience questions from 8:00 – 8:30 P.M.
Even though the economy is slowly recovering and job growth is still quite slow, you will learn at this session that it is not how much you make, but how much you spend. PICPA’s experts will also help you formulate your financial priorities and how to pay yourself first.
The Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants (PICPA) is committed to helping improve the financial literacy of Pennsylvania residents. In partnership with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and as part of a national effort, PICPA seeks to educate the public about fiscal responsibility, money management, and other issues relating to life’s stages through a variety of local programs and resources. For additional resources, visit their web site.
Update on Tax Forms at our library
The Peters Township Public Library participates with the IRS and Pennsylvania Department of Revenue to provide both Federal and State Tax forms for our patrons. The Pennsylvania State Tax forms will begin arriving at the library the week of January 24, and property tax forms begin shipping February 10.
Shipments for the Federal Tax Documents including forms and publications have begun arriving at our library. However, shipment has been delayed (possibly until late January) for several tax publications, including Instructions 1040-ALL and Instructions 14040 A, due to the delay in passing the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010.
The library will soon be receiving copies of Publication 4893 – Important Information for Taxpayers Who No Longer Receive Tax Packages.
Individuals with a valid Peters Township Public Library card may access our library computers for tax forms and publications. Patrons choosing to print from library computers are charged a minimum fee to cover library costs. To access federal forms, visit www.irs.gov and to access state forms, visit www.revenue.state.pa.us.
You may call the following phone numbers for further assistance:
Federal Tax Help for Individuals 1-800-829-1040
Federal Tax Forms and Publications 1-800-829-3676
State Tax Help 1-717-787-8201
Shipments for the Federal Tax Documents including forms and publications have begun arriving at our library. However, shipment has been delayed (possibly until late January) for several tax publications, including Instructions 1040-ALL and Instructions 14040 A, due to the delay in passing the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010.
The library will soon be receiving copies of Publication 4893 – Important Information for Taxpayers Who No Longer Receive Tax Packages.
Individuals with a valid Peters Township Public Library card may access our library computers for tax forms and publications. Patrons choosing to print from library computers are charged a minimum fee to cover library costs. To access federal forms, visit www.irs.gov and to access state forms, visit www.revenue.state.pa.us.
You may call the following phone numbers for further assistance:
Federal Tax Help for Individuals 1-800-829-1040
Federal Tax Forms and Publications 1-800-829-3676
State Tax Help 1-717-787-8201
Thursday, December 23, 2010
Free FAFSA Workshop with PHEAA
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) and the Peters Township Public Library will host a free FAFSA Completion Session on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the library. PHEAA will present this free session to help families complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. with an overview of the online FAFSA form and will include time for questions. All participants MUST register online or at the library circulation desk. Families can also register for an optional session following the program to complete the FAFSA form online at the library with assistance from Jayeann Harr of the PHEAA Pittsburgh Regional Office. The four 30-minute sessions will begin at noon and end at 2 p.m. Register at the library circulation desk or email the library and indicate your preferred time slot: noon, 12:30p.m., 1:00 p.m. or 1:30 p.m.
If your child is a high school senior planning to go onto higher education, your family must complete the FAFSA to qualify for federal and most state grants, scholarships, low-cost student loans, work-study programs, Pennsylvania state grant programs, and many school-based student aid programs.
To complete the FAFSA online, please bring federal income tax returns, W-2 forms, and business and investment information for both student and parent(s) to the help session. For more information about Federal Student Aid and completing the FAFSA, visit the FAFSA web site.
The program will begin at 10:00 a.m. with an overview of the online FAFSA form and will include time for questions. All participants MUST register online or at the library circulation desk. Families can also register for an optional session following the program to complete the FAFSA form online at the library with assistance from Jayeann Harr of the PHEAA Pittsburgh Regional Office. The four 30-minute sessions will begin at noon and end at 2 p.m. Register at the library circulation desk or email the library and indicate your preferred time slot: noon, 12:30p.m., 1:00 p.m. or 1:30 p.m.
If your child is a high school senior planning to go onto higher education, your family must complete the FAFSA to qualify for federal and most state grants, scholarships, low-cost student loans, work-study programs, Pennsylvania state grant programs, and many school-based student aid programs.
To complete the FAFSA online, please bring federal income tax returns, W-2 forms, and business and investment information for both student and parent(s) to the help session. For more information about Federal Student Aid and completing the FAFSA, visit the FAFSA web site.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Win the clutter battle once and for all!
The Peters Township Public Library will present “…But I Might Need It Someday!” featuring guest speaker Patty Kreamer on Saturday, January 22, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. Register for this free program online or at the library's circulation desk.Imagine being able to find things when you need them…not three weeks later. If you’ve been miserable because clutter and chaos are ruling your life, ” …But I Might Need It Someday” is for you! Based on her first book by the same title, this program will help you understand the habits that keep you from organizing your work and lives. Patty will show you how to overcome your natural tendencies and conquer clutter in all its forms once and for all.
Patty Kreamer is a Certified Professional Organizer®, author, national speaker, organizer Coach, and president of Kreamer Connect. Patty is the author of two books, “…But I Might Need It Someday!” and “The Power of Simplicity” as well as The Clutter Rescue Course. Most recently, Patty became the owner of the online store www.OrganizedAtoZ.com that carries over 1500 organizing products worldwide. Patty was named Women's Business Network's 2007 Woman of the Year. For more information, visit her web site.
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Alternative Energy Options: Solar, Wind and Geothermal
Interested in learning more about alternative energy opportunities for your home? Tim Quigley, Director of Solar Tec, and Eric Casteel, Special Projects Manager for WR Casteel will discuss some of the different technologies currently available at the Peters Township Public Library on Wednesday, January 5 at 7:00 p.m.
The program will include an overview of wind and geothermal technologies, with information on feasibility and cost and benefits for residential, commercial, community and utility scale applications. Solar energy will be discussed, including a demonstration of the process used to create solar panels, how solar panels work and how the home or commercial business owner can save on their electric bill and earn from selling their alternative energy credits.
Register for this free program online or call 724.941.9430.
The program will include an overview of wind and geothermal technologies, with information on feasibility and cost and benefits for residential, commercial, community and utility scale applications. Solar energy will be discussed, including a demonstration of the process used to create solar panels, how solar panels work and how the home or commercial business owner can save on their electric bill and earn from selling their alternative energy credits.
Register for this free program online or call 724.941.9430.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Tree-Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Party
Join us Sunday, December 5 at 6 p.m. at the library for the annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony and Holiday Party, held in partnership with the Peters Township Parks and Recreation Department. Festivities will include lighting and decorating the outdoors township tree at 6:00, followed by holiday caroling. Refreshments, visits with Santa, and holiday crafts for children will also be offered in the library.
We'll also be welcoming John Steigerwald, a former KDKA-TV sports reporter and currently a sports columnist for the Observer-Reporter, who will be offering a preview of his newly published book, Just Watch the Game, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.. It's a terrific way to get in the holiday spirit and spend time with family and friends!
We'll also be welcoming John Steigerwald, a former KDKA-TV sports reporter and currently a sports columnist for the Observer-Reporter, who will be offering a preview of his newly published book, Just Watch the Game, from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.. It's a terrific way to get in the holiday spirit and spend time with family and friends!
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