Northern Tier Regional Library, 4015 Dickey Road, Gibsonia, has a number of upcoming programs. For more information or to register, call 724-449-2665 or visit northerntierlibrary.org.
Garden Party
You are invited to our Garden Party at 7 p.m. May 12. Join the library for wine and cheese and a chance to talk and trade with other gardeners. Bring at least two or three perennials — one to trade and the others to donate to the plant sale. Registration is requested.
Makerspace take-home kits
The library offers a Makerspace take-home kit on Mondays that can be picked up and enjoyed at home. Each kit features directions and materials. Call or register online to reserve a kit. Registration is required to account for supplies.
May 16, Message in a Bottle – Create a tiny message in a bottle using craft supplies.
Robotics & Coding Club at the library
Stop by the library to engage with a variety of tools that will allow you to develop your skills in robotics, programming and coding. This self-guided program will be open to patrons from 4:30-6:30 p.m. May 23. This is a drop-in program for all ages, but we ask for registration so we know you’re coming.
Technology help
The library can help with the basic skills in using computers, smartphones, eReaders and more. In these one-on-one, 30-minute sessions, we can focus on the specific skills you need.
Wednesdays through May 25, 2-4 p.m. and Thursdays through May 26, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Registration is required. Include the specific topics you need assistance with during your registration.
Girls Who Code @ The Pine Center
Empowering young women with a fun way to learn computer science skills, this international organization provides free materials to teach positive virtues and IT know-how. The group will meet on Tuesdays, May 17 from 3:45 to 4:15 p.m. at the Pine Center Branch. For more information or to begin enrollment, visit northerntierlibrary.org/girls-who-code. This program is for tweens and teens ages 11 and up.
Yes, You Can: A Storytelling Workshop
Join author and professional storyteller, Dr. David F. Brauer, for a storytelling workshop. 5:30-7:30 p.m. May 24 and 31. In this two-part series, you will learn about the verbal and written art of storytelling. By the end of this workshop, you will be able to write your own short story, learn how to present it and gain tips and tricks for getting published.
Registration is required for each session. Please make sure to attend if you register as space is limited to 20 attendees per session. If you are unable to attend both sessions, it’s okay to still register for one or the other.
Knit Lit
Do you knit, crochet or craft? If not, would you like to learn? Knit Lit will meet at 6:30 p.m. May 25 inside the library’s new book section. Registration is requested.
Teen summer volunteers needed
The library is looking for teen volunteers to help throughout its Summer Learning Program, which will run from June 13 through Aug. 5. To sign up for volunteering, stop by the library and fill out an application. Applications are due on May 27. Training sessions will be held in June, dates to be determined.
Hours update
The Richland Center library will be closed May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
The last day for the Pine Center will be May 26. The Pine Center will remain closed during the summer and will reopen in the fall after Labor Day for the new school year.
