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Summer Reading Club SponsorsThank you to all our wonderful 2008 Summer Reading Club sponsors! Please thank them for their support and support them with your patronage. We couldn't have done it without them.
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Zucchini Cook-off 2008
Because our Zucchini Cook-off last summer was so popular, we're doing it again! This year's contest will be held on Saturday, August 9th at 1 p.m. If you would like to participate, please see our PDF Zucchini Cook-off 2008 information sheet for contest details and then register at the library circulation desk by Monday, August 4th.
Join the Green Club
Kids in grades 3 through 5 who are interested in helping to save the Earth are invited to join Moon Library's Green Club. The club will hold its first meeting from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, August 9th, and ongoing meetings will be held the first Saturday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. At the first meeting, you will prepare a journal that you can use to record the things you learn and the things you will do to save the Earth. Please bring leftover items from around your house to decorate your journal including stickers, ribbon, wrapping paper, and nature pictures from old magazines. Reservations for the Green Club are being taken at (412) 269-0334. Please call today and join us in helping to save the Earth for a better tomorrow.
Wii for Seniors
You've probably read about or seen the commercials for the Nintendo Wii video game system. You might even be asking yourself -- Why should kids have all the fun? Well, now YOU can have fun too! Seniors are invited to the library to play Wii on Friday, August 15th from 10 to 11:30 a.m. We'll bowl, play baseball, tennis, and golf, and maybe even box each other! Come and see what all the fun is about. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register for this program by stopping by the circulation desk or calling us at (412) 269-0334.
Summer Scrapbooking Workshop
Kids entering grades 1 through 5 are invited to the library on Tuesday, August 19th from 10 a.m. to noon when Scapbooking by Inches will present a summer scrapbooking workshop. Each participant will create a butterfly-shaped mini scrapbook and they should bring 20-25 photos of special events in their lives to crop for their album. Registration is required for this program and there is a $10 materials fee for the program which is due at the time of registration.
Back-to-School Puppet Show
Students entering kindergarten through grade 2 are invited to a back-to-school puppet show at the library on Tuesday, August 26th at 6:30 p.m. The show called "Don't Bug Me: Keeping Pesky Bullies Away" will be performed by the Bethel Park Library Puppeteers. Space for this program is limited, so please call the library now at (412) 269-0334 to reserve your spot.
Featured Web Links for August:
Holidays and Observances
Official Website of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games
United States Olympic Committee
Olympic.org
About.com: Interesting Olympic Facts
The 2008 Summer Olympic Games will be held August 8th through the 24th in Beijing, China. Visit these sites to get daily updates on event results, learn more about the athletes, and discover some interesting Olympic facts.
Driving When You Have Cataracts
According to Prevent Blindness America, cataracts are a leading cause of blindness among older adults in the United States and more than 20 million Americans age 40 and older have cataracts. During National Cataract Awareness Month, visit these sites to educate yourself about how to tell if you have cataracts, what to expect if you have corrective surgery, and how cataracts can affect your ability to drive.
Kindergarten Readiness Checklist
Countdown to Kindergarten: Monthly Activities
Is your child ready for kindergarten? During Get Ready for Kindergarten Month, visit these sites to find information about the skills teachers expect new kindergarten students to have and suggested activities you can use to help your child prepare for this important milestone.
History of Invention: Inventions Timeline
August is National Inventor's Month. These sites offer a wealth of resources for budding inventors as well as some entertaining inventor games and historical information about the many inventors and inventions that have changed the way we live.
HowStuffWorks: Sandwiches Recipes
About.com: Make Ahead Sandwich Spreads
What's your favorite type of sandwich? Celebrate National Sandwich Month by exploring the history of one of America's most popular meals or by trying a new sandwich recipe.
National Crime Prevention Council
The 25th annual National Night Out to promote crime and drug prevention will be held this year on Tuesday, August 5th. Check out these sites for information about how to participate in this important event and tips on how citizens of all ages can take a bite out of crime.
"In the future everybody will be world-famous for 15 minutes" -- Andy Warhol. August 6th marks the 80th anniversary of the birth of Andy Warhol, the Pittsburgh native who became one of the most influential and prolific artists of the 20th century. Celebrate by planning a visit to his namesake museum on Pittsburgh's North Shore, discovering more about his life, or viewing some examples of his art.
Fiction Picks for Your Mental Getaway
Booksellers' Selections for Summer Afternoons
Summer Books to Feed Your Literary Addiction
The 10 Best Cookbooks for Summer
Book Lovers Day, celebrated on August 9th, is a great excuse for finding a place in the shade to relax with a good book. Check out these sites for some wonderful summer book suggestions.
August 13th is International Left-Handers Day, the 16th annual celebration of left-handers superiority! Celebrate by exploring the official Left-Handers Day website or by discovering some famous southpaws of the past and present.
Animal Planet: Dog Breed Directory
Humane Society of the U.S.: Dog Care
"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole" -- Roger Caras. August 26th is National Dog Day. If you're thinking about becoming a dog owner, visit these sites for information that will help you select, name, and care for your new pet.
Timely Topics
Economic Stimulus Payments Information Center
AARP: Q&A About Economic Stimulus Payments
Have you received your economic stimulus payment yet? Did you know that retirees, disabled veterans, and low-wage workers who are usually exempt from filing a tax return must do so this year by October 15th in order to receive a stimulus payment? Visit these sites for more information about the steps you need to take to qualify for your payment.
Gas Price Data for U.S. Cities
10 Ways Being a Smart Driver Saves You Gas
11 Car-Care Tips That Save Gas
As energy costs continue to escalate, visit these sites to track the latest prices, calculate fuel costs for a driving vacation, and discover ways you can save gas.
New York Times: U.S. Politics - Election Guide 2008
Opensecrets.org: 2008 Presidential Election
As the political parties hold their nominating conventions, visit these sites for the latest information about schedules, candidates, issues, and finances.
FCC: The Digital TV Transition
National Association of Broadcasters: DTV Answers
TV Converter Box Coupon Program
Next year, on February 17, 2009, the era of analog broadcast television in the U.S. will end as the nation completes its transition to an all-digital system. Visit these sites to find out what you need to do ahead of time to prepare for a smooth transition at your house.
P!ttsburgh 250: "Imagine what you can do here"
The Forbes Trail - 250th Anniversary
This year, Pittsburgh and the Forbes Trail both turn 250 years old. Join in the semiquincentennial celebration by attending special local events, planning a Forbes Trail adventure, or discovering some of the interesting innovations and worldwide contributions that have come out of Pittsburgh in the last 250 years.
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