Library News

Last Updated on Friday, 01 August 2014 01:29

We will be taking a programming break in August beginning Monday, August 11 and continuing through the rest of the month. However, many programs will continue, so be sure to check the calendar carefully.

These programs will be on hiatus beginning the second week of the month: Musical Monday, Monday Movie, Preschool Parables, Classics Movie, Book Babies and Toddler Tales. We will have a special all-ages storytime for the weeks of break on Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m.

Brentwood Library is located at 3501 Brownsville Rd. and can be reached at 412-882-5694.

Mondays:

6 – 8 p.m. – Crafters’ Circle - Join fellow area crafters to work on projects, learn a new craft, or share your crafting knowledge.

Tuesdays:

9 a.m. - Wise Walk Indoors - Join us in the Program Room to walk along with a video. No need to register for this one, just come.
9:30 a.m. - Wise Walk - It’s time to head outdoors once again! We will walk along Brownsville Road rain or shine!
9:40 a.m. - Sit-N-Fit - For seniors or anyone who is unable to exercise due to physical limitations. Build your strength and endurance to keep active.

Wednesdays:

10 a.m. - Patron Birthday Party - Come the second Wednesday of each month to celebrate a birthday - enjoy doughnuts, coffee, and good company, and receive a small gift if it's your month. All you have to do is come in and put your name on our birthday calendar.
11 a.m. - Game Day - We play all kinds of group/interactive games while enjoying yummy treats and lots of laughs. Bring a friend if you want, and come on out for a great time!
6:30 – 8 p.m. - Outdoor Yoga - Ashley from Urban Prana Yoga will be teaching a free outdoor class every Wednesday in the lawn space between the library and the school throughout the summer. No registration required, just show up with your mat or towel, some water, and be ready for some stretching fun.

Thursdays:

2 p.m. – Bingo - The 3rd Thursday of every month we have BINGO!

Fridays in August Only:

3 - 4 p.m. - Lego Club - Join us for an hour of building with Legos. No registration required – just show up! This program is for children going into K through 5th grades.

Book Clubs:

Wednesday, August 6, 3 p.m. - Magic Tree House Book Club - Do you enjoy the adventure and historical fiction of the Magic Tree House books? Then join us this summer as we explore Jack and Annie’s world with fun games, crafts and snacks! Our first book will be The Knight at Dawn. This book club is for children going into 1st through 3rd grades.
Wednesday, August 13, 6 p.m. - Classics Book Club - Meet once a month to discuss a piece of classic literature read the month before. Stop by the library to reserve your copy of this month's selection.
Tuesday, August 19, 1 p.m. - Mystery Book Club - Join Joanne for this lively discussion of a popular mystery book. Call Joanne at the library to sign up for this great club.

Tuesday, August 19, 6:30 p.m., Cooks’ Book Club: This group is for cooks of ALL ages and ALL skill levels! We work with a new theme each month. You supply the food; the library supplies drinks, dishes, utensils, etc. The library also makes cook books available according to each theme. Join us! Call Tracy at 412-882-5694 with questions or to join the club.
Thursday, August 21, 3:30 p.m., Elementary Book Club: This book club usually meets on the second Thursday of every month. For August, we are meeting on the third Thursday. We will continue to discuss Wonder by R.J. Palcio.

Special Events:

Monday, August 4, 6:30 p.m. - Hello Robo - The Carnegie Science Center will be hosting an interactive workshop designed for children ages 2-5 years of age. The workshop will focus on what a robot is and what it does. Learn as you interact with robots in action! Registration is required.
Wednesday, August 6, 6:30 p.m. - Better Living Thru Chemistry - Come out and learn how to create your own lip balm, bug spray and sun screen from natural ingredients. All participants will be able to take home what they have made. Register today for this great event!