At the library: A roundup of events at Northern Tier Library

NORTHERN TIER LIBRARY

Northland Tier Library is located at 4015 Dickey Road in Richland. Hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays and closed Sundays. The library can be reached at 724-449-2665 or northerntierlibrary.org.

The library will close at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26, and all day Thursday, Nov. 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Holiday boutique to benefit library

Northern Tier Library’s holiday boutique is underway.

The library is filled with extraordinary trees, innovative gift baskets and unique seasonal finds.

This year’s offerings include tickets to cultural events such as the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Heinz History Center and Pittsburgh Symphony, as well as gift baskets that feature dogs and cats, Bluey and McCauley Celin Eyecare. There also are gift cards from many local businesses such as Tequila Jalisco, Kat’s Coffeehouse and Walnut Grill.

Bids will be accepted until 5 p.m. Dec. 5 for all of the decorated Christmas trees and wreaths and until 5 p.m. Dec. 11 for all other raffle items.

All proceeds benefit the library.

Musician scheduled to perform Nov. 20

The Friends of Northern Tier Library will welcome musician John Patrick Heiserman for a night of music at 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at the library.

Doors will open on the library’s lower level at 6:30 p.m., and the show will begin at 7. Light refreshments will be provided.

Heiserman’s sound is timeless, drawing inspiration from the rich musical eras of the 1920s through the 1960s, with a dash of modern influence.

Whether he’s crooning a jazz standard, playing a bluesy original, or charming the crowd with a whistle and a story, he brings heart, humor and humanity to every stage — simply by being his authentic self.

Admission is a suggested donation of $5 per person, and registration is requested.

Upcoming programs

• Baby Playtime: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through Dec. 16

The session includes songs, fingerplays, stories and rhymes. Meet other parents and their babies, and enjoy some special time together. This program is intended for babies from birth to 18 months. Siblings are welcome, and only one registration is required for the series of playtimes. There will be no storytime on Nov. 25.

• Story & Playtime: 10:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays through Dec. 11

Join us for songs, rhymes and books. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on, but it’s not necessary as we will be on a carpeted floor. This program is for toddlers, preschoolers and their families. Registration is required, but only one registration is necessary for the series of storytimes. There will be no storytime on Nov. 26 and 27.

• Serenity: Adult Destress Kits: Available while supplies last

Grab one of these free packets for adults filled with puzzles, a craft and some fun community tidbits. Available all month for pickup in the adult display section while supplies last.

• Natureology: Birds: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 11

Small to large, these feathered creatures eat more, breathe more and know more. They’re smart. Even better, they’re the grandkids of dinosaurs. Find out more about birds from Tony Palermo. The program is open to children of all ages, and registration is required.

• Makerspace Take-Home Kits: Pick up on Mondays, Nov. 10 and 17, Dec. 1

Kids and teens can enjoy a take-home kit featuring directions and materials to complete a craft from our Makerspace. Call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up on Mondays and enjoyed at home. Nov. 10: DIY Comics; draw your own story using a comic template. Nov. 17: Cityscape Tealight; make a small decoration from recycled materials and a tealight. Dec. 1: Mini Yarn Hat; create a mini winter decoration from yarn.

• Knit Lit: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 18

Knitters, crocheters and yarn art enthusiasts are welcome to bring their projects. We’ll talk about life, books we’ve read and those craft projects you’re always working on but might never finish. Registration is requested.

• Researching Your Family’s Story with Ancestry.com: 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 19

Teens and adults are invited to join professional genealogist Trish Buben of Stonycreek Genealogy to learn how to find your family’s stories hidden in searchable online records. Topics covered will include beginning a family tree on Ancestry, search tips and ways to break down brick walls in your personal research. Registration is required.

• German Conversation Group: 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 20

Practice your German and learn about the German culture with others in this informal group. Whether you just started learning German or you are a fluent speaker, join us for an hour of conversation.

• Live Music at the Library: 7 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 20

The Friends of Northern Tier Library will welcome musician John Patrick Heiserman for a night of music. Whether he’s crooning a jazz standard, playing a bluesy original or charming the crowd with a whistle and a story, he brings heart, humor and humanity to every stage. Doors will open on the library’s lower level at 6:30 p.m. with the show beginning at 7 p.m. Light refreshments will be provided. Registration is requested. There is a suggested donation of $5 a person.

• American Girl Dolls: Crafts: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 24

Join us for special evening for fall crafts inspired and made for your American Girl doll. We’ll have our resident dolls to mingle during the event and a variety of cute DIY projects for you to tackle. For ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

• KidCodeClub: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 24

Chilren 10 and older are invited to gather for a few hours of kid-oriented, tech-centered socializing and fun. Bring your own laptop or Chromebook to share inspiration, play each other’s games and collaborate on new ideas and projects. Registration is required.

• The Weekly Craft: Every Tuesday through Dec. 9

Kids — and adults — of all ages are invited to create and enjoy a simple, weekly take-home craft. Call or register online to reserve a supply kit that can be picked up in the lobby of the Richland Center or at the Pine Center. There will be no craft on Nov. 25. Registration is required each week to account for supplies.

• Natureology: Bugs: 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dec. 9

Right under your feet are thousands of animals. Some with six legs, some with more, many more, and they’ve lived here long before we did. Learn about all kids of bugs — the creepy (ants, spiders, wasps) and the beautiful (ladybugs, fireflies, butterflies) — with Tony Palermo at Natureology. This program is for children of all ages, and registration is required.

PINE CENTER

This satellite branch of Northland Tier Library is located in the Pine Community Center at 100 Pine Park Drive in Pine. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursdays; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays; and closed Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

The Pine branch will be closed on Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Upcoming programs

• The Pine Needles: 4 to 5:30 p.m. first Thursday of every month, Nov. 6 and Dec. 4

This group is open to all levels of yarn art enthusiasts. Beginners can learn how to knit, and experienced crafters are welcome to bring a project to work on. We’ll talk about life, books we’ve read and projects we’re always working on but may never finish. Registration is requested.

• Family Storytime: 11 to 11:45 a.m. every Friday through Dec. 12

In this program for children of all ages, participants will sing, move, read books and practice rhymes. A one-time registration is required for the series of storytimes. We understand that you might not attend every session. There will be no session on Nov. 28.

• Stem Take-Home Craft: 11 to 11:45 a.m. every Friday

Every month in conjunction with our children’s display, the Pine Center library will offer a free STEM take-home craft available for pickup while supplies last.

• Library Leaders: 4:30 p.m. Nov. 13

Students in grades 5 and up are invited to have a say in the future of the Pine Center Library by joining the Library Leaders for its monthly town hall meeting. Registration is required.

• Learn Mahjong: 5:30 p.m. Nov. 18

Want to learn to play Mahjong? Participants will learn the tiles, rules and strategies involved. This class is for beginners only. Registration is required.