February 2020

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In this issue Winter Book Sale is Coming Page 2

An Evening with Author Candace Fleming

Muncha!; the Sibert-

Award-Winning Children’s/Young

Library invites all ages

Adult Author to Visit the Library

to join us for a

World Affairs Council Hosts Discussion Page 2

Author Candace Fleming is the versatile

Send the Best Wishes with Creative Cards Page 5

including the Los Angeles Times Book Prize

and acclaimed author of more than forty books for children and young adults. She is the recipient of many literary awards,

honored The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire; Boston Globe/Horn Book Award-winning biography, The Lincolns; the bestselling picture book, Muncha! Muncha!

Award-winning Giant Squid; and the beloved Boxes for Katje.

The Sewickley Public

discussion with author Candace Fleming on Monday, February 10 from 7:00-8:00pm.

Fleming will discuss her titles, Ben Franklin's In My Bathroom and Eleanor Roosevelt's in My Garage, with a book signing to follow. Penguin Bookshop will provide a selection of Candace Fleming books for sale at the event, with pre-orders available online. Registration is required for this event.

Teen Battle of the Books 2020

World Affairs Council Brings Panel Discussion to Library

The Teen Battle of the Books is this

The library is pleased to welcome back the

month! Registered teams contend for

World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh to host a

ultimate bragging rights in this trivia

Community Panel Discussion of

competition designed to encourage

representatives from the United States Army

literacy and teamwork. All Battles are

War College Eisenhower Series Program - an

held at Quaker Valley Middle School ’s

annual program that examines current national

Auditorium.

security and military issues - on Wednesday,

Dates are as follows:

February 5th f ro m 7:00 - 8:45pm.

6th Grade – Tuesday, February 18th

A team of experts from the United States Army and Air Force will

at 7:00pm

discuss "Tackling Global Threats: Challenges Facing National

7th & 8th Grade – Wednesday,

Security." The visiting panelists will brief the audience on a

February 19th at 7:00pm

variety of issues including national security crisis, promoting

High School – Wednesday,

enduring security relationships with allies, mandatory national

February 26th at 6:30pm

service, and the future of warfare in space. Immediately

Visit the SPL Teen Page for booklists or more info at sewickleylibrary.org/teen.

following the presentations, the representatives from the Army War College will engage in dialogue with the audience on these issues. Seating is limited for this event.

Stock Up at the Winter Book Sale

2019 Tax Forms

Gear up for some great reading during

a discounted rate of $0.05/page. The PA Department of Revenue

these grey & gloomy winter days! The

has discontinued printing tax forms in bulk, which means SPL will

Friends of the Sewickley Public Library ’s

not have a supply to distribute. Federal Tax forms are also limited

Winter Book Sale has you covered with

this year. Please see a Reference Librarian if you need assistance

fiction and non-fiction books, children’s

finding the online forms or if you have any questions.

Library users can once again print any tax forms or instructions at

books, movies, music and more! The Friends of the Sewickley Public Library's Winter Book Sale will be held: Friday, February 7

from 9am - 5:30pm Saturday, February 8 from 9am - 4:30pm Sunday, February 9 from 1 - 3:30pm For an extra savings, Sunday is Bag Day – shoppers can fill one of the provided bags with as many items as they can fit for only $5! All proceeds benefit the Sewickley Public Library of the Quaker Valley School District.

QVSD’s Kindergarten Roundup The Quaker Valley School District ’s Kindergarten Roundup provides an opportunity for parents and children to lay the groundwork for a successful kindergarten experience. Registration is now open for students entering kindergarten in the fall of 2020. Children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2020, are eligible to register for the event which takes place February 18 - 21, 2020.

Parents or caregivers can schedule an appointment for one of the days during the event at w w w .q v sd .org . On the scheduled night, parents or caregivers and prospective students will meet with teachers, school officials and representatives, and a librarian to take care of enrollment details and ensure student

readiness. More information can be found at w w w .q v s d.org .

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Children’s Programs BABIES & BOOKS Tuesdays | 9:30 am, 10:30 am & 1:00 pm A half hour of nursery and action rhymes, books and songs for children up to 24 months, with an adult. Please, no older children.

STORIES FOR 2’S & 3’S Wednesdays | 9:30 am & 10:30 am A half hour of finger plays, songs and stories for 2-year-olds to 3-year-olds, with an adult. Please, no older children.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Thursdays | 9:30 am & 1:30 pm Ages 3 ½ - 5 without a caregiver, meet for 45 minutes of stories, songs, and finger plays. WITHOUT AN ADULT. FAMILY BLOCK PARTY Saturdays | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm PLAY, BUILD, READ and LEARN together with blocks. Develop hand-eye coordination and learn STEAM concepts. BIRTH - AGE 6.

Please register for the following programs, unless otherwise noted. Register online at: www.sewickleylibrary.org/kids AMERICAN GIRL SATURDAY: CHRISSA Sat | Feb 1 | 1-2:30pm Meet the 2009 American Girl of the Year Chrissa. Let’s watch American Girl: Chrissa Stands Strong (NR) and decorate a cupcake together. GRADES K-5.

one's curiosity and sense of wonder through touch, sight, and sound. No registration required. BABIES AND TODDLERS, WITH ADULT. PARACHUTE PLAY Fri | Feb 14 | 11-11:30am VALENTINE’S CRAFTS Thirty minutes of activities that includes Wed | Feb 5 | 6-7:15pm music, creative movement, and fun - all Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day at with one colorful parachute! AGES 2-5, the Library! We’ll make homemade WITH ADULT. valentines cards and crafts for DOG TALES family and friends with a variety of Sun | Feb 16 | 2-3pm fun materials like lace, doilies, fancy Certified Therapy Dogs LOVE to be read to! paper and more! GRADES K-3.

Come pick out a picture book of your FAMILY STORYTIME AT OHIO TOWNSHIP choice and snuggle up with a furry reading NATURE CENTER companion. Join us for a 15-minute time Mondays | Feb 10 & 24 | 10-10:45am slot to read to a dog. GRADES K-5.

Sewickley Public Library is hosting a family EVENING BLOCK PARTY storytime at the Ohio Township Nature Tues |Feb 18 | 5:30-8pm Center. There will be stories, songs and It’s an Evening Block Party! Join us anytime crafts for the whole family. No Registration during this event to PLAY, BUILD, and Required. FAMILY PROGRAM. LEARN at the library. No registration CHESS CLUB required. AGES BIRTH - 6, WITH Sun | Feb 9 | 2-3pm CAREGIVER. Kings, Queens, Rooks, Knights, Bishops and BABIES & BOOKS – EVENING EDITION Pawns everywhere for everyone to play!

Thurs | Feb 20 | 6:30-7pm Beginners to advanced players welcome.

Join us for Babies & Books in the evening!

Bring your chess set if you’re able.

Nursery and action rhymes, books, and GRADES K-5. songs for children up to 24 months, with LEGO CLUB adult. Please, no older children. No Tues | Feb 11 | 6-6:30pm registration required. CHILDREN BIRTH TO Lego Party! Children will be encouraged to 24 MONTHS. put their creativity to work and build FAMILY YOGA awesome Lego creations. No registration Fri | Feb 21 | 11-11:45am required. GRADES K-5.

Join us for yoga and stories. Bring your BABY & TODDLER EXPLORATION TIME yoga mat or a beach towel and wear comfy Wed | Feb 12 | 6-7pm clothes. FAMILY PROGRAM. Stop in at any time during this hour-long ADAPTIVE STORYTIME sensory experience. Babies and toddlers Sat | Feb 22 | 2-2:45pm can play and explore our various sensory Sensory storytime is an inclusive, stations that will encourage your little educational, and interactive program that 3

can be enjoyed by all children, but it is especially for children with sensory integration challenges and autism spectrum disorders. We will engage the children through movement, music, stories and sensory activities. PRESCHOOLERS & THEIR FAMILIES. BALLET STORYTIME Sun | Feb 23 | 2-3pm Come get a glimpse into the world of ballet and the story of Swan Lake! Join us to learn about ballet as we listen to the story of Swan Lake, make a ballet craft, and learn a few steps, too! GRADES K-5.

PJ DANCE PARTY Tues | Feb 25 | 6-6:30pm Wear your PJ’s to the library and show off your favorite dance moves. No registration required. FAMILY PROGRAM. YOGA & MINDFULNESS FOR CHILDREN & TWEENS Thurs | Feb 27 | 6-7:30pm A fun and engaging introduction to yoga and mindfulness. Kids will stretch and flow to grow physically, socially, and emotionally. Everyone will practice how to quiet loud emotions and learn to connect within, and with others, in a positive and lasting way! GRADES 1 & UP. SUPER SCIENCE Fri | Feb 28 | 11-11:45am Preschool program that pairs books with hands-on experiences to engage and interest children through active, scientific learning.

While using observation and critical thinking, children and parents will explore different scientific concepts. AGES 3-5, WITH ADULT.

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Adult Programs FRENCH CONVERSATION Every Wednesday | 1-2pm You are invited to join Anne Marie Salih, a native speaker, to practice French speaking skills. This group is for individuals who have a basic knowledge of French.

WRITE NOW! Every Friday | 10:30am-12pm Conducted by Jeanne Zell, participants enjoy writing from prompts in an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.

REIKI Every Friday | 2-3:30pm Learn more about therapeutic touch and experience a relaxing, peaceful session.

SAHAJA MEDITATION Every Saturday | 11am - 12pm Enjoy the silence, peace, and stress release that is always free. Newcomers are always welcome and may join us at 10:30 a.m. for an introduction to the meditative process ADULT KNITTING CLUB Tues | Feb 4| 10am New to the hobby or have years of experience, everyone is welcome! Bring your project or come to learn. An experienced knitter will be on hand for instruction.

Stamp with Nicole Tues | Feb 11 | 10am-12pm Gray skies outside? Not in the library! We're celebrating birthdays this month! They're the most often-sent greeting and you can be prepared with a stash of cards, all made by YOU. Sequins, balloons, lemons, and poppies - we'll work with all that and more to create four colorful cards with envelopes. Make your birthday card the favorite received this year! Class size is limited. $15 materials fee.

Registration required.

CONVERSATION SALON Wed | Feb 5 | 10am This engaging group of adults now meets on the FIRST Wednesday of the month for coffee and great discussions on timely topics. Newcomers always welcome.

WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL: “COMMUNITY PANEL DISCUSSION” Wed | Feb 5 | 7-8:45pm (See page 2 for more details.)

GETTING STARTED WITH GOOGLE DOCS, SHEETS, SLIDES, AND FORMS Wed | Feb 12 | 11am-1pm Learn the basics of creating documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with the free options from Google. Please register.

SENIOR IPAD/IPHONE CLUB Wed | Feb 19 | 11am-12:30pm We welcome all who are interested in expanding their knowledge of iPads and iPhones. Bring your own device if you already own one. Please register.

SENIOR ANDROID CLUB Wed | Feb 19 | 1:30-3pm For anyone interested in becoming more comfortable with and learning some tips and tricks to using your Android devices (Samsung, LG, Google Pixel, Sony). Please bring your device if you already own one. Please register.

ED TALKS: HOW DNA MAKES US WHO WE ARE Thurs | Feb 20 | 7-8:30pm Come learn about the fascinating makeup of human DNA and the ways in which our genes can impact environmental influences and vice versa. Presented by Edward Schroth, biology, ecology and environmental science educator. Please register.

SEWICKLEY QUERY CLUB Mon | Feb 24 | 7-9pm Everyone is invited to the Query Club’s 2019-2020 season of learning. Enjoy the stimulating papers and discussion generated by this season’s topic, “Music, Musicians and Their Times.”

Refreshments will be served. The evening’s presentations include: “Ludwig van Beethoven and the Romantic Era” by Lynne Schneider and “The Economic Challenges Facing Symphony Orchestras” by Connor Cogswell.

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GROUPS Mystery Book Group Tues | Feb 11 | 7pm Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee by Casey Cep Get Lit! A Social Cure for your Average Book Club

Tues | Feb 18 | 7pm A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum Location: Pizza Roma, Sewickley

Brown Bag Book Group Thurs | Feb 20 |11:30am Henry, Himself by Stewart O’Nan Fourth Tuesday Book Group Tues | Feb 25 | 7pm Rules of Civility by Amor Towles

LET'S TALK ABOUT MURDER! TRUE CRIME DISCUSSION GROUP Mon | Feb 24 | 7pm Calling all TRUE CRIME FANS! Each month we'll pick a theme! Come with a story to share based on the theme!

Local legends, unsolved mysteries, famous cases - all are welcome!

February’s Theme: LOVE HURTS .

Open to all adults 21+ MANAGING YOUR DIGITAL PHOTOS Wed | Feb 26 | 11am-1pm Overwhelmed by all of the pictures on your phone or computer? Learn tips to manage your digital photo collections from organizing to saving back ups! Please register.

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Donations Memorial Donations: Jean P. Sebolt in memory of Mr. Bischak

R. Tony and Rita Eichelberger Stephen Oliphant and Judith Roscow in memory of Dorothy Oliphant

In Memory of Dr. Robert Doebler: Martha Farkasovsky Jean P. Sebolt

Wayne Murphy in memory of Carol Perkovich

Elsie Lewis

G. Whitney Snyder Charitable Fund to launch the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program Ken and Mary Urish

Jean P. Sebolt in memory of Vincent Ricciardi

Jean P. Sebolt in memory of

Phil McCaffrey and 3R Prep

William Vasiladiotis in memory of Lyn Ryan Vasiladiotis

Giving Tuesday Donations: Lawrence and Priscilla Castner Arthur and Susan Craft Stan and Margery Denver

In Memory of Diane Marx:

Gary Havranek

Honor Donations:

Roger and Jennifer Dickhans

Kathe Barge of Howard Hanna in

Norman and Linda Diebold

The Mutual Investment Club of

honor of clients John and Tierney Trevor and Michele Edwards

Koppel

Barnes

Mary Harrington

John and Josephine Harmon in Jean P. Sebolt in memory of Garnet Marie Mazur

honor of Larry and Priscilla

Sadie Kroeck

Castner

Norman Mast

Christine Yockel in honor of Jean P. Sebolt in memory of Mary McDade

Emily Fear Terry and Marilyn Newton in honor Robert Loucks in honor of

Milana Bizic

Ulrich and Roswitha Krauskop’s

Dr. Richard Bowers and Ms.

U.S. Citizenship

Miriam Rader

Robert and Mary Ann Owens Gary and Suzanne Swegal

of Bernard John In Memory of Mary Murphy:

Joe and Richelle Klug

Richard and Karen Parker and

Robert Thaw and Barbara Cooley Thaw Gregory and Nancy Todd SPL Annual Appeal Donations: Clifford and Susan Aleshire

Sharon Cowden

Family in honor of Mr. and Mrs.

Brian and Rachel Allen

Ann Dickson

Martin McDaniel's 50th Wedding

Frances Amatucci

Thomas and Jennifer Hay

Anniversary

Ahmed Aziz and Diana Lalich

Scott and Heather Newton

Bruce and Martha Smith in honor of Anne Battaglia

Terry and Marilyn Newton

Dr. Charles and Mrs. Carolyn

Todd and Valerie Carter

Oliver and Mary Kay Poppenberg

Schade

Steven Castner

Thom and Bett Roberts

James and Patty Cavalier

Jean P. Sebolt

General Donations:

Blair Chan

Charles Smith and Laura

Book Lovers Never Sleep Alone

William and Jamie Chappell

Vassamillet

Jack Buncher Foundation

Mrs. Margaret O. Childs

Robert and Karen Steup

James C. Chaplin IV Charitable Fund

Ira Cohen and Judith Small

William Vasiladiotis

of The Pittsburgh Foundation

Joseph and Sallyann Cortese

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John Orndorff

Marilyn Zupancic

Fund of The Pittsburgh

Peter and Stephanie Perry

Foundation

Rick Prosser

Friends of Sewickley Public Library

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John and Ann Puskaric

Brian and Carol Duggan

S. Edward and Katherine Renner

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Lawrence Hitchins

Thomas Smith

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Ken and Nancy House

Myrna L. Kaplan

Diane Stewart

Philip K. and Leslie G. Liebscher

Brett and Sarah Keisel

M. Beth and John A. Straka III

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Cindy Kelley

Joan B. Sullivan

Chris Modic

Philip K. and Leslie G. Liebscher

Dr. David Swan and Dr. Barbara

Hugh and Eliza Nevin

Michael Matre

Annual Appeal Donations: Dr. Richard Bowers and Ms. Miriam Rader

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David and Dorothy Pusateri

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