A concert featuring a blend of Scottish, Irish, folk and classical music is scheduled for 7 to 8:30 p.m. June 14 on the Monroeville Public Library Lawn.

In case of rain, the concert will take place in the library’s Gallery Space.

Performing as a duo are violinist Charles May and cellist Paula Tuttle

May began studying traditional classical violin at age 8 while growing up among a family of folk musicians. His rich and vibrant musical background led to a fusion of classical and folk music, as he performs both as a solo strolling violinist and an orchestral musician.

Tuttle is a member of the Pittsburgh Opera and Ballet Orchestras. She also is the solo cellist for PBS’s My Music Orchestra, Latshaw Pops Orchestra and the Diamante Orchestra. She teaches cello at the University of Pittsburgh, Chatham University and Carnegie Mellon University.

The library is located at 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd. For more information, visit www.monroevillelibrary.org.

Summer book drive

If you have old or unused books that need a new home, you’re welcome to bring them to Monroeville Public Library.

From June 20-25, the library is hosting its summer book drive in preparation for a summer book sale scheduled for July 9.

Sought are books of all kinds: fiction, nonfiction, cookbooks, mysteries, thrillers, science and engineering, large print, paperbacks, comics and more. Also accepted are DVDs, VHS tapes, CDs, vinyl records, audio books and foreign-language items.

For more information, call Bill at 412-372-0500, ext. 148.

Teen Anime Club

Monroeville Public Library welcomes the return of its Teen Anime Club from 4 to 5 p.m. June 9 in Yolanda’s Room.

The club offers a place for fans to meet, discuss, analyze and share their favorite anime, a style of hand-drawn animation made in Japan. Another meeting is scheduled for 4 to 5 p.m. June 23.

Grief support group

New Paths Grief Support Group meets at 2 p.m. Thursdays at Monroeville Public Library.

The group gathers to meet the needs of the bereaved. Led by Doreen Krut, bereavement coordinator at Amedisys Hospice Care, meetings offer those who mourn the opportunity to share their loss, get counsel in the hard work of the grieving process, and gain new direction. It is open to all whose common bond is grief following a significant loss.

At each meeting, participants support each other emotionally, share information and concerns, and learn new insights into the grief process. Together, we can find our own unique strengths to begin a new path.

For more information, contact Cory Little at littlec2@einetwork.net or (412) 372-0500 ext. 122

Learn to draw Zentangle

Classes on learning to draw Zentagle are held the first and third Wednesdays of each month through Monroeville Public Library.

The next class is from 6:30 to 8 p.m. June 15.

Zentangle is a simple technique for pattern drawing that is relaxing, meditative, intriguing and fun. Aartist and instructor Sue Schneider will provide step-by-step guidance through the basic process for creating small, abstract designs using repetitive pattern skills. Teens and adults are welcome.

Classes are offered in conjunction with the Zentanglers in Pittsburgh meet-up group. To register for a class and receive email reminders of class offerings, visit www.meetup.com and register to become a member of the group. There is no charge to register or to attend classes.

Once you are registered, RSVP to the specific class you wish to attend. You will then receive the Zoom meeting link. Plan to join the meeting a few minutes before the start time, as the class will start promptly at the announced.

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