What's new at Northland Library in McCandless

New library hours

As of Sept. 10, the Northland Library will open on Sundays. Regular hours beginning that day are:

Sunday – 1 to 5 p.m.

Monday through Thursday – 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

New library catalogue

Allegheny County libraries have a new, easy-to-use catalog. Visit acl.bibliocommons.com to check it out.

Murder in the Stacks: A Northland Mystery Fundraiser

The library’s director has been found murdered, and we need your help discovering who would do such a thing! Can you solve the clues and find the killer before the night is done?

Join us for an interactive murder mystery event to help raise funds for Northland Public Library during September’s Love Your Library campaign. Attendees will enjoy sips, sweets and suspense while solving an original mystery developed by Northland’s amazing Adult Services librarians.

Murder in the Stacks will be held at the library on Saturday, Sept. 9 from 7-9 p.m. Tickets cost $30 per person and go on sale Aug. 1 at: northlandpublic libraryfoundation.salsalabs.org/MurderMystery2023

Select featured programs

Adults

Great Courses: “The Great Trials of World History and the Lessons They Teach Us”

Tuesdays in August at 10 a.m.

Join Northland staff as we watch lectures from the Great Courses class series “The Great Trials of World History and the Lessons They Teach Us”. Each week, law Professor Douglas O. Linder, J.D. covers a trial or court case from history, and we’ll discuss each together.

Aug. 1: The Trial of Socrates

Aug. 8: Three Medieval Trials

Aug. 22: The Aaron Burr Conspiracy Trial

Aug. 29: The Leopold and Loeb Trial

Registration is required for each week. Coffee and snacks will be provided.

Medicare: Putting the Pieces Together

Thursday, Aug. 10 at 6 p.m.

Are you approaching your 65th birthday or over 65 and thinking about retiring? If so, it’s time to think about Medicare. Jack Miner from Clearview Group Advisors will explain how the Medicare system works and how and when to enroll. The talk will describe how supplemental, Medicare Advantage, and prescription drug insurance options work with Medicare but will not recommend specific products during this session.

Book Speed Dating

Thursday, Aug. 31, 6 p.m.

In a reading slump? Looking for book recommendations? Find your perfect match and possibly walk away with the book of your dreams at our book speed dating night! Books of all genres will be looking for a match! Registration is required. Snacks and mocktails will be provided.

Children, ‘Tweens and Teens

Silly Storytime!

Thursday, Aug. 3, 10-11 a.m.

Do you like silly stories? How about silly stories that do not have anything in common? Do you like craft activities? Are you in grades one through five? Then Silly Storytime is for you! Join Ms. Kim for an hour of silliness and crafting. Registration is required. Caregivers are welcome to attend. Please only register the child attending.

Bilingual Storytime

Wednesday, Aug. 30, at 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. (Story repeats at 6 p.m.)

Stories, songs and more during this Bilingual Storytime for families with children of all ages. No registration required.

Select ongoing adult programs and activities

A full list of monthly book discussion groups and activities is available at the library website.

New! Tea and Stitches

First Friday each month from 10 a.m. to noon

Aug. 4; Sept. 1

Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, embroidery, or something in between, join us the first Friday of each month to work on your project while chatting with other crafters. Tea and snacks will be provided. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. If you’re interested in joining, email colemank2@northlandlibrary.org.

Next Chapter Book Club

Second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m.

Aug. 8, 22; Sept. 12, 26

Next Chapter Book Club provides meaningful opportunities for life-long learning, social connections, and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We’ll provide the books, and readers of any level are welcome to join us to read aloud and discuss the stories! Email akenheadl3@northlandlibrary.org for more information.

Select ongoing Children ‘Tween and Teen Programs and Activities

A full list of monthly ongoing groups and activities is available at the library website.

Middle School Writing Group

Wednesdays from 6-7:30 p.m.

Aug. 2; Sept. 6; Oct. 4

An informal writing workshop for students in grades 5 through 8.

Dungeons & Dragons on Discord!

Select dates at 7 p.m.

Aug. 2, 3, 4, 5; Sept. 6, 7, 8, 9; Oct. 4, 5, 6, 7

Calling all adventurers! The Sheep Farmers Guild is setting off on their next mission. Join us on Discord to help us take down some baaaa-d guys! Teens ages 13 to 18 can join the county-wide Discord server at https://tinyurl.com/DiscDungeon to play.

Northland Chess Club Northland J794.1 Chess Club

Third Monday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m.

Aug. 21; Sept. 18; Oct. 16

Kids in grades kindergarten through 8 may drop in to enjoy chess instruction, chess puzzles, and play pick-up games. No registration is required. Parents of children in grades K through 4 must remain in the building during club time.

High School chess players: contact Children & Teen Services to see how you can earn community service volunteer hours!

For a full listing of events, activities and ongoing groups, visit the library website, www.northlandlibrary.org.