Books and Breakfast
Wednesday, July 23 at 10:00 am
Summer is often travel time, so we'll share some good titles for "armchair traveling" and our recommendations for the best books for "real travel." What are your favorite books that have taken you to far away places in your imagination or have inspired you to make plans to take a trip? Spend some time over breakfast foods and coffee talking about reading, our favorite pasttime. No reservation is necessary. All book lovers are welcome.

Conversation Salon
Wednesday, July 23 at 1:00 p.m.
A conversation salon is a great way to share ideas with others in an informal setting on any topic of interest. Have you seen a recent newspaper article you'd like to talk about? Are you concerned about the effects of rising gas costs on the economy? We welcome newcomers and new thoughts to our monthly salon where we enjoy a relaxing time of civil discussion on issues of concern. Join us for a lively discussion. No reservation is required.

Tuesday Night Book Group
Tuesday, August 5 at 7:00 pm
For August, the Tuesday Night Book Group will discuss Animal, Vetetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life by Barbara Kingsolver, in which she chronicles a year of back-to-the-land living with her family in Appalachia. Kirkus Reviews said, "Readers frustrated with the unhealthy, artificial food chain will take heart and inspiration here." Attendees are encouraged to bring a dish to the discussion. A website, with recipes, is available. No reservation is required. View previous group selections. View suggested group titles: page 1 or page 2.

Writer's Workshop
Monday, August 11 at 7:00pm
Our writer's workshop is a wonderful opportunity for those interested in writing to brush up on your literary skills and to pick up some new pointers. No reservation is necessary. For more information please call workshop coordinators Hana Caye at 412-364-0877, or Vicky Tachau at 412-487-3447.

Foreign Film Series
Wednesday, August 13 at 2:00 pm
This month's foreign film is "The Black Book" , a WWII drama from the Netherlands. After her family is murdered, trying to escape, Rachel Stein decides to join the Dutch Resistance to avenge her family. Through Rachel's espionage she uncovers that there is a traitor amongst them. To make matters worse, the Nazis are on to her. She must now play for both sides in order to discover the truth. No reservation is required. Refreshments will be served.

Boomer Bibliophiles...for cats and chicks who love to read
Begins Thursday, August 14 at 7:00 p.m.
A new book club is getting underway at Northland Public Library. We will read current highly acclaimed fiction and non-fiction from authors of the Baby Boomer generation (those born 1946-1964). While we'll focus on the Boomer generation, readers of all ages are welcome. We will meet at 7:00 on the second Thursday of every month at Northland Public Library, beginning August 14th. Our first book is The Yiddish Policeman's Union by Pulitzer-Prize winner (and ex-Pittsburgher) Michael Chabon. Publishers Weekly called it a "murder-mystery speculative-history Jewish-identity noir chess thriller". Call 412-366-8100x113 to request a copy, or use the online catalog to reserve a copy online. For September, we will read The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch and Jeffrey Zaslow. We hope to see you Thursday, August 14. Registration for this program in not necessary--just show up! If you have any questions about "Boomer Bibliophiles", call the library 412-366-8100x113 or email Sydney Walden.

Travel Film Series
Wednesday, August 20 at 2:00 pm
This month we'll enjoy a tour of the South, in 1920's elegance, as we travel aboard the American Orient train. We'll visit Mobile AL, Charleston SC, Richmond VA and and get a personal tour of Savannah GA with John Berendt, author of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. We'll tour a few plantations with luxurious gardens. We'll enjoy Mardi-Gras and see many well preserved southern style houses and square. No registration is required for this free program.

Second Friday Book Discussion
Friday, September 12 at 11:30 am
The book group will not meet in August. On September 12 we'll have our annual pot-luck salad luncheon at 11:30 am, followed by a discussion of Annie Dillard's, The Maytrees. Newcomers are welcome. View previous group selections.

Indoor Exercise Walking
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:00 p.m.
Once our weather turns colder, you may continue your exercise walking indoors by joining the Northland Walkers here at the library. The indoor walkers meet in the library meeting room for a lively workout, assisted by walking videos. New walkers are always welcome. No registration is necessary.