TOWNSHIP OF SHALER NEWS

A BIG THANKS FOR CELEBRATING OUR 75TH BIRTHDAY WITH US !

From a special 75th logo contest , to a grand “ Eyewitness to History : World War II ” kickoff on December 7 , 2016 marking 75 years to the day of our groundbreaking ceremony , to a special Caddy Stacks golf hole , to a gala Evening of Celebration and Friendship , to a fantastic handmade commemorative quilt , to a special “ Casablanca ” float in the SASD Homecoming parade , to special monthly birthday activities for all ages , to a grand finale Blast From the Past , and so much more , we celebrated our 75th Birthday in style ! We thank the Shaler Township Commissioners , the Library Board , State Senator Randy Vulakovich and State Representative Hal English , Allegheny County Commissioner Ed Kress , 75th Appeal Chairs Harry and Michele Soose , and most of all our local residents for their support as we celebrated these past 75 years of service to our community . We look forward to serving you in the future .

SPECIAL EVENTS !

North Pittsburgh Quilts of Valor Showcase Saturday , November 11 and Sunday , The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor . Come view a showcase of their quilts and learn more about their worthy cause .

Wine Tasting with John Eld Saturday , November 11 from 7 to 9PM A fabulous evening to learn about and enjoy some wines with our local expert John Eld . Space is limited so register early ! Cost is $ 30 per person or $ 50 per couple .

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Please pay upon registration--cash or check- -at the circulation desk or through PayPal on our website . Please note ‘ wine tasting ’ in the Note field .

Introduction to Historic Native Culture Wednesday , November 8 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Join Todd “ Ghost in the Head ” Johnson , a local member of the Huron Tribe and a native cultural interpreter , for an evening of interactive programing for all ages . There will be a large display of museum quality artifacts including tools , clothing , weaponry and jewelry . Adults are encouraged to attend as well as children . Q & A session follows .

Native American Dance Customs Tuesday , November 28 from 6:30 to 8 PM Join us for an interactive excursion into a few song and dance customs of select native tribes . View Seneca , Seminole , Sioux , and Crow dance regalia . Join in dances and try out some craftwork as well . All ages welcome !

Woolworks Saturday , November 11 from 10 AM to 5 PM Sunday , November 12 from 1 to 3:30 PM A free biennial rug show presented by the Pittsburgh Rug Hooking Guild featuring recent works by members . Featured fiber artist is Fritz Mitnick . No registration needed and all are welcome .

Shaler Township “ Lite-Up ” Night Saturday , November 18 from 7 to 9 PM SNHL and Shaler Area Middle School Cafeteria SNHL will be open and helping to kick off the holiday season ! Holiday friends will be on hand . Plus music , crafts , and refreshments . No registration needed .

6th Annual Friends of SNHL Caddy Stacks Mini Golf FUNdraiser “ Fore ” Shaler North Hills Library Come beat the winter blues by playing mini-golf in the Library stacks at a great

price ! Our fantastic mini golf holes feature great designs by our community members .

• Saturday February 17 , Sunday February 18 and Monday February 19 , 2018 from 10 a . m . to 4:30 p . m .

For kids and families ( kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult ).

• Mini Golf in the Library for Teens ! - Saturday , February 17 , 2018 from 7 to 9 p . m .

Putter through the library stacks and help the library !

• “ Adopt-a-hole !” We are seeking folks to create a hole for our Caddy Stacks Mini Golf course . Last year families , Friends of the Library , and individuals created really awesome , fun golf holes that were easy to make using materials around the house . And would you like to help that day ? Let us know by contacting Sharon McRae at mcraes @ einetwork . net .

“ Mark Your Calendars ” for SNHL ’ s Spring 2018 Book Sale Blowout ! Watch for more information in the new year . Contact the library for many volunteering opportunities for individuals and groups . We accept donations year-round .

ADULTS : ENRICH YOUR LIFE !

Winter Reading Program for Adults : January through February Winter is the perfect time to snuggle up with a good book . Register for our winter reading program and you can win miniprizes to brighten your snowy days . Join us for Oatmeal Cookie Day in January to kick things off ! Read ( or listen ) to two books , complete a raffle ticket and see what happens ! Watch for an announcement about an adult ‘ Battle of the Books ’ coming this winter !!