Library Programs for Adults
Yoga Instruction
Unite your body and mind by practicing the art of yoga. Sessions will resume in the fall. These beginner-level courses are taught by the certified instructors of Human Race Yoga.
This program is donation-supported and works on a "pay-what-you-can" system.
Please bring your own water, towel, and yoga mat. A limited number of mats may be rented from the instructor for a $1 fee. Please wear comfortable athletic clothes.
Dormont Flute Choir
Flutists are invited to join for fun and music. Rehearsals held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at the Dormont Public Library. The only requirements are a solid commitment to attend rehearsals and concerts and a minimum of three years' playing experience. Participants need to bring their flute, a folding music stand, and their music to rehearsal. Piccolos, alto, and bass flutes are welcome! An $8.00 materials fee charged semi annually to provide additional music for the group. For further information, please call Patricia Zadylak at (412)344-7701 or pick up information at the Dormont Public Library.
Book Discussion Group
Come join our book discussion group! We meet the third Thursday of the month to discuss current top selling books.
PALS Book Club
The PALS book club meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month at 2 PM. Membership is limited to senior citizens. Space is limited; contact us at 412-531-8754 to check availability.
Computer Training
Dormont Library's regular computer classes are currently on hiatus. However, interested patrons may call and set up appointments for individualized training with our staff. Call us at (412) 531-8754 to set up a training session. Let us know if there are any topics you'd like to focus on.
Dormont Artists and Writers' Group
Emerging and experienced writers and artists are invited to exchange ideas, share work, and learn from each other at this informal workshop. Call David Roth at 412-805-3364 for further information.
Library Programs for Kids and Teens
Summer Reading 2008
Dormont Library's Summer Reading Program for 2008 continues throughout the summer with a variety of activities..
You can register for the Summer Reading Program anytime until the closing party on Saturday, August 2 at 11 AM, with a special black light puppet performance of The Big Bug Show by Pizzicato Puppets.
This year's theme for Read To Me and elementary school children is "Catch the Reading Bug", and the theme for young adults (6th grade and up) is "Metamorphosis".
There will be raffles and prizes for each book read throughout the summer. During the last week of the program, each book you read counts double!
Special programs will continue all summer long. There are too many to list here, so come to the library and pick up a flyer to find out what's in store!
Chess Practice
Chess practice sessions will be held at 10 AM on the second and last Saturdays each month. All ages are welcome to learn the game and play against each other and chess coach Kurt Godin.
Storytime
Dormont Library offers Storytime sessions for children and families. Storytime runs every Wednesday for six weeks and then takes two weeks off.
Read To Me Storytime is open to children in preschool through second grade and meets at 10:30 AM.
Family Storytime is for children of all ages and meets at 7:00 PM.
Each Storytime session features age-appropriate crafts and activities. For more information, call at 412-531-8754.
Spanish Storytime
Enjoy stories in both Spanish and English. This storytime is for children of all ages, and meets on the first Monday of the month at 7 PM.
Chinese Storytime
Stories told in Chinese and English. This all-ages storytime meets on the first Thursday of each month at 7 PM.
Magic Card Nights
Join us on the second and last Thursday each month for our Magic card nights! These are informal meetups for fans of the collectible card game Magic: the Gathering. Match wits with fellow players, discuss strategies and decks, and have fun!
Players fifth grade and up are welcome, and light refreshments will be served.