Is your child a great, little story teller with drawings proudly displayed in your home? Share his/her talents in the 5th annual PBS Write On Kids writing contest on Saturday, March 1 from 11:00 am to 12 noon at the Peters Township Public Library.
The Children’s Department is partnering with WQED-TV to host this event, which encourages students in grades K-3 to write and illustrate their own original masterpiece for the chance to win some great prizes compliments of WQED-TV. During the program, children will write a story, make revisions, create illustrations and prepare to submit them to the Write On Kids completion.
Registration requested to attend this program. Register by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org, call 724.941.9430, or visit the Children’s Department. For more information about the Write On Kids contest, visit writeonkids.org.
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
GO Green Club hosts “Green Wednesdays” film series
The Peters Township Public Library GO Green Club will kick off a new “Green Wednesdays” Film Series at the library on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:00 p.m. with a free screening of Carbon Nation, a feature length documentary about climate change solutions.
The club will host screenings of environmentally-focused films at 7:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of March, April, May and June in the Reading Room on the second floor of the library. Light organic refreshments will be served. Registration is requested to attend any of the screenings by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724.941.9430.
Scheduled films include:
Carbon Nation (2011) on Wednesday, March 5. Even if you doubt the severity of the impact of climate change or just don't buy it at all, this compelling and relevant film illustrates how SOLUTIONS to climate change also address other social, economic and national security issues.
Trashed-No Place for Waste (2012) on Wednesday, April 2. With the participation of Jeremy Irons, the film looks at the risks to the food chain and the environment through pollution of our air, land and sea by waste.
Switch (2012) on Wednesday, May 7. Every energy resource — fossil, nuclear and renewable — is undergoing profound changes. And overall, we're gradually shifting from coal and oil to the energies of tomorrow. But rather than advocate for how it should happen, Switch travels the world to discover how it most likely will happen.
Chasing Ice (2012) on Wednesday, June 4. Chasing Ice is the story of one man’s mission to change the tide of history by gathering undeniable evidence of climate change. Using time-lapse cameras, his videos compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breathtaking rate.
The library’s GO Green Club’s mission is to provide the community with educational resources through programs, library materials, and volunteer activities to help create a more environmentally- friendly and responsible lifestyle. For more information about the film series or the club, email ptplgogreenclub@gmail.com.
The club will host screenings of environmentally-focused films at 7:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of March, April, May and June in the Reading Room on the second floor of the library. Light organic refreshments will be served. Registration is requested to attend any of the screenings by emailing programs@ptlibrary.org or call 724.941.9430.
Scheduled films include:
Carbon Nation (2011) on Wednesday, March 5. Even if you doubt the severity of the impact of climate change or just don't buy it at all, this compelling and relevant film illustrates how SOLUTIONS to climate change also address other social, economic and national security issues.
Trashed-No Place for Waste (2012) on Wednesday, April 2. With the participation of Jeremy Irons, the film looks at the risks to the food chain and the environment through pollution of our air, land and sea by waste.
Switch (2012) on Wednesday, May 7. Every energy resource — fossil, nuclear and renewable — is undergoing profound changes. And overall, we're gradually shifting from coal and oil to the energies of tomorrow. But rather than advocate for how it should happen, Switch travels the world to discover how it most likely will happen.
Chasing Ice (2012) on Wednesday, June 4. Chasing Ice is the story of one man’s mission to change the tide of history by gathering undeniable evidence of climate change. Using time-lapse cameras, his videos compress years into seconds and capture ancient mountains of ice in motion as they disappear at a breathtaking rate.
The library’s GO Green Club’s mission is to provide the community with educational resources through programs, library materials, and volunteer activities to help create a more environmentally- friendly and responsible lifestyle. For more information about the film series or the club, email ptplgogreenclub@gmail.com.
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
National Security Challenges in 2014 and Beyond
The Peters Township Public Library in partnership with the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh presents "National Security Challenges in 2014 and Beyond" on Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. at the library. The program will feature panelists from the U.S. Army War College Eisenhower Series College Program.
Register to attend this free program online, visit the circulation desk, or call 724.941.9430.
The nature of national security has become increasingly more complicated in 2014 and includes issues ranging from nuclear proliferation to the influence of culture on conflict. Senior Officers representing the United States Army, Navy, and Marine Corps will brief the audience on a variety of national security issues including the growth of nuclear weapons, the influence of religious issues and conflicts on joint operations, the responsibility to protect doctrine and the challenge it poses to upholding sovereignty, the future of the United States’ position in the Middle East, and the war against Al Quada. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
McMurray Veterans of Foreign Wars POST 764 is generously providing support for the 2014 International Program Series.
Register to attend this free program online, visit the circulation desk, or call 724.941.9430.
The nature of national security has become increasingly more complicated in 2014 and includes issues ranging from nuclear proliferation to the influence of culture on conflict. Senior Officers representing the United States Army, Navy, and Marine Corps will brief the audience on a variety of national security issues including the growth of nuclear weapons, the influence of religious issues and conflicts on joint operations, the responsibility to protect doctrine and the challenge it poses to upholding sovereignty, the future of the United States’ position in the Middle East, and the war against Al Quada. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.
McMurray Veterans of Foreign Wars POST 764 is generously providing support for the 2014 International Program Series.
Thursday, December 19, 2013
Finding Healh Care through the Health Insurance Marketplace
Hear key facts about the new health insurance options at Finding Health Care through the Health Insurance Marketplace on Tuesday, January 21 from 7-8:00 p.m. or Thursday, February 20 from 7-8:00 p.m. at the Peters Township Public Library. Register online to attend either the January 21 session or the February 20 session. You may also register at the circulation desk or call 724.941.9430.
Christina Livingston, Outreach & Enrollment Specialist, Cornerstone Care, Washington, PA, will present information to better enable you to find a quality health insurance plan that meets your needs and budget. A variety of topics to help you navigate the Health Exchange will be discussed including: “What Determines Health Insurance Premiums”, “What Qualifies Individuals and Families for Advanced Premium Tax Cuts, and Cost Sharing Reductions”. Ms. Livingston will also explain the differences between the 5 plan categories available – Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Catastrophic – and how a geographic area impacts the plans. Information about penalties for non-compliance will also be explained. Following the program, Livingston will remain to answer questions and arrange for individual appointments at Cornerstone Care for those who request a private consult.
Cornerstone Care is a non- profit Community Health Center and one of the Certified Appointment Counselors ready to help Pennsylvania Libraries reach out to their patrons and their communities to apply for health insurance on the www.healthcare.gov website.
Peters Township Public Library, along with other libraries statewide, is powering Pennsylvania’s future by helping persons improve their health literacy and manage their own and their family’s well-being, empowered to be effective partners with their healthcare providers, and live longer, more productive lives.
Christina Livingston, Outreach & Enrollment Specialist, Cornerstone Care, Washington, PA, will present information to better enable you to find a quality health insurance plan that meets your needs and budget. A variety of topics to help you navigate the Health Exchange will be discussed including: “What Determines Health Insurance Premiums”, “What Qualifies Individuals and Families for Advanced Premium Tax Cuts, and Cost Sharing Reductions”. Ms. Livingston will also explain the differences between the 5 plan categories available – Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Catastrophic – and how a geographic area impacts the plans. Information about penalties for non-compliance will also be explained. Following the program, Livingston will remain to answer questions and arrange for individual appointments at Cornerstone Care for those who request a private consult.
Cornerstone Care is a non- profit Community Health Center and one of the Certified Appointment Counselors ready to help Pennsylvania Libraries reach out to their patrons and their communities to apply for health insurance on the www.healthcare.gov website.
Peters Township Public Library, along with other libraries statewide, is powering Pennsylvania’s future by helping persons improve their health literacy and manage their own and their family’s well-being, empowered to be effective partners with their healthcare providers, and live longer, more productive lives.
Free FAFSA Completion Workshop offered
In partnership with the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA), the Peters Township Public library will offer a free FAFSA Completion Session on Saturday, January 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon at the library. This workshop, for college-bound seniors and their parents, offers help in completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by providing an overview of each step of the form.
Preregistration is required for this program. Register online, visit the library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
The deadline for submitting the FAFSA to determine eligibility for a need-based Pennsylvania State Grant is May 1 for renewal applicants or first-time applicants entering a degree program or a college transferable program. The deadline for first-time students entering programs of study at community colleges, business, trade or technical schools, and hospital schools of nursing is August 1. Families should be aware of FAFSA filing deadlines for all schools being considered and meet the earliest one. The FAFSA is used to determine if students qualify for almost all forms of need-based financial assistance, including the Pennsylvania State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, many scholarships, work-study programs, many school-based awards, and low-cost federal student loans.
Preregistration is required for this program. Register online, visit the library's circulation desk, or call 724-941-9430.
The deadline for submitting the FAFSA to determine eligibility for a need-based Pennsylvania State Grant is May 1 for renewal applicants or first-time applicants entering a degree program or a college transferable program. The deadline for first-time students entering programs of study at community colleges, business, trade or technical schools, and hospital schools of nursing is August 1. Families should be aware of FAFSA filing deadlines for all schools being considered and meet the earliest one. The FAFSA is used to determine if students qualify for almost all forms of need-based financial assistance, including the Pennsylvania State Grant, Federal Pell Grant, many scholarships, work-study programs, many school-based awards, and low-cost federal student loans.
Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test at the library
Results of the 2010 census shows an increase in immigrants residing in the Washington County area. Many may wish to become U.S. citizens and need help preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Test. Part of becoming a U.S. citizen is passing the naturalization test, in which up to 10 questions from a list of 100 will be asked – at least 6 must be answered correctly to pass the test.
The Peters Township Public Library will offer a session on Saturday, January 11, 2014 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. to help prepare for the test and increase confidence when entering the naturalization interview. Register to attend online or call 724.941.9430.
Advantages to becoming a U.S. citizen include the right to vote, the chance to reunite families, and the ability to protect children’s rights to remain in the United States.
The Peters Township Public Library will offer a session on Saturday, January 11, 2014 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. to help prepare for the test and increase confidence when entering the naturalization interview. Register to attend online or call 724.941.9430.
Advantages to becoming a U.S. citizen include the right to vote, the chance to reunite families, and the ability to protect children’s rights to remain in the United States.
Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea kicks off "Fun for Foodies" series
The Peters Township Public Library Cooking Club will kick-off a new “Fun for Foodies” series for 2014 with a Downton Abbey Afternoon Tea on Sunday, January 5 at 2:00 p.m. The program is aimed for fans of the series and will coincide with the Season 4 premiere in the United States that same evening on PBS.
This program is full. Registration has closed.
Bring your own tea cup and enjoy samples of scones, finger sandwiches, and other traditional English favorites. There will be Downton Abbey trivia quiz and discussion with other fans about the series. You are encouraged to dress as your favorite character or wear a hat and gloves.
Bella Howard from Bella’s House of Fine Teas and Gift Shop in Bethel Park will discuss how to serve a proper cup of tea and explain the health benefits of this beverage. Quilter’s Corner in Finleyville will be displaying items created with a new line of Downton Abbey fabrics by Andover Fabrics. Each person attending will receive a fabric tea bag holder, compliments of Quilter’s Corner.
For more information about upcoming “Fun for Foodies” programs, sign up to receive Cooking Club emails through the library’s e-newsletter subscription at www.ptlibrary.org.
This program is full. Registration has closed.
Bring your own tea cup and enjoy samples of scones, finger sandwiches, and other traditional English favorites. There will be Downton Abbey trivia quiz and discussion with other fans about the series. You are encouraged to dress as your favorite character or wear a hat and gloves.
Bella Howard from Bella’s House of Fine Teas and Gift Shop in Bethel Park will discuss how to serve a proper cup of tea and explain the health benefits of this beverage. Quilter’s Corner in Finleyville will be displaying items created with a new line of Downton Abbey fabrics by Andover Fabrics. Each person attending will receive a fabric tea bag holder, compliments of Quilter’s Corner.
For more information about upcoming “Fun for Foodies” programs, sign up to receive Cooking Club emails through the library’s e-newsletter subscription at www.ptlibrary.org.
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