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On Saturday November 8 at 10 a.m. the West Newton library will be hosting "Read to Me: Burt & Friends." For those who do not know, Burt is the West Newton Library's mascot. Burt will also be bringing some of his other doggie friends which include Gigi, Milo, and Miranda. The event is open to everyone of all ages and is free to the public.

Saturday, November 15 at 10 a.m. will be our monthly children's story and craft hour. This month's theme will be an "Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Dinner." Bring your apron and come and meet Dee Spaniel, who will teach the kids a quick recipe that they can help make for Thanksgiving dinner. The event is open to children of all ages and is free to the public.

On Saturday, December 6 at 10 a.m. the West Newton Library invites everyone stop by for a birthday celebration for Burt, the library's mascot. We will have many activities planned for the celebration as well as treats. The event is for all ages and is free to the public.

Don't miss our Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 13 at 10 a.m. We will be kicking off the holiday season with a visit from Santa Claus. There will be games and treats as well as a chance for your child to make a keepsake holiday ornament. The event is open to children of all ages and is free to the public.

The West Newton Library is a drop-off location for "Play-Doh For Patients" which has been organized by a wonderful little girl by the name of Nevaeh. Nevaeh is a 3rd grader at West Newton Elementary who is battling osteosarcoma and regularly needs to be an inpatient at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for chemotherapy. Her goal is to collect 5,000 cans of Play-Doh to donate to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Stop by and drop off your donation at the library so we can help Nevaeh reach her goal.

The West Newton Library is currently looking for new individuals who would like to join the Friends of the West Newton Library. Our group has fun organizing activities for both children and adults and is looking for individuals with new ideas. Please give the library a call and let us know if you are interested in joining!

The West Newton Library has kicked of it Fall Membership drive, so keep an eye on the mail or give us a call if you would like to make a donation.

We are actively seeking donations of gently used jewelry for our 3rd Annual Mega Jewelry Sale. We would love to have what you no longer need. We are also accepting donations of vintage or new china cups and saucers for our 3rd Annual Tea. All proceeds and donations received support the library 100%. We need your support to keep our doors open.

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