Indoor Exercise Walking
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 1:00 p.m., beginning October 8, 2007
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.

Social Security Online Retirement Seminar
Monday, May 19 at 7:00 p.m.
Social Security is an important program for everyone. One in every seven Americans (49 million people) currently receives a monthly Retirement, Disability or Survivors benefit from Social Security. As you are getting closer to retirement, you need to start thinking in more detail about your own retirement and how Social Security fits into the picture. A speaker from the Social Security Administration will explain what you need to know about retirement benefits and how to navigate Social Security's website www.socialsecurity.gov. Using a live Internet connection, you will learn how to file for retirement benefits online and how to access the site for other services. Please register online through the events calendar, or in person at the adult reference desk.

Drivers' Safety Program
Tuesday, May 20, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. and Thursday, May 22, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Formerly called 55-Alive, the Drivers' Safety Program, presented by Bill Pearson of AARP, is the course that offers drivers over 55 the opportunity to receive a reduction in their automobile insurance of at least 5%, once the course is completed. The fee for the course is $10.00. Please register for the two classes in person at the adult reference desk. The fee is payable at the time of registration.

Slow Food: Caring about the pleasures of real food
Thursday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m.
No, Slow Food is not about cooking in a crockpot. The Slow Food Movement began in the 1980's in Italy when a protest arose over the opening of a McDonald's in a historic location in Rome. From a small group of people interested in sustainable food supplies, eating locally and preserving heritage foodways, grew an international movement with more than 80,000 members in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization supports school programs that encourage children to learn about growing their own food, supports the growing number of CSA farms that offer partnerships with their local communities and promotes safe and sound food production. Marlene Parrish, of Slow Food Pittsburgh, will present an interesting and informative program dedicated to the revival of the kitchen and the table as centers of pleasure, culture and community. She will offer suggestions for ensuring the quality and safety of the food we buy and explain the pleasures that come from adopting a "slow food" lifestyle. Please register online through the events calendar, or in person at the adult reference desk.

Yoga: an exercise for all of us
Thursday, May 29 at 7:00 p.m.
When we think of yoga, some of us picture people who are twisted like a pretzel or standing on their heads! Actually, there are many forms of yoga, but its aim is to unite the mind, the body, and the spirit. It helps a person become more aware of posture and improves flexibility and helps with relaxation and stress management. Matthew Imhof of Santosha Yoga Center will present an introduction to yoga, talk about its health benefits and invite those who wish to try a few of the gentle stretching and relaxing exercises. Wear comfortable clothing if you'd like to participate. Please register online through the events calendar, or in person at the adult reference desk.

Pops: We Were Family
Tuesday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m.
Join actor Gregory Gibson Kenney as he takes you from Pittsburgh Pirate slugger Wilver (Willie) Stargell's early years in Alameda, California, to his incredible and memorable twenty-one year career with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Stargell's career had its high points and low points, forming Willie as a leader, the captain of the team, and eventually leading to him being known affectionately as Pops. Enjoy his lasting memory and the wonderful history of baseball in Pittsburgh. Bring the whole family to remember when all of Pittsburgh was family. Please register online through the events calendar, or in person at the adult reference desk.