What's Happening @ the Library
ATTENTION
The Whitehall Public Library will close at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb 9th due to weather conditions. For the latest information on when the library will reopen, visit our Event Calendar.
CANCELLATIONS
The following evening programs have been CANCELLED for Tuesday, February 9:
- Paper Art Group
- Real Reads - Book Club
LOVE YOUR LIBRARY MONTH!
This month we are celebrating the library with lots of love! We as a staff are showcasing our favorite books, DVDs and CDs - the titles that we love most.
Plus.. there are so many ways to love your Whitehall library - both big and small. Click here for a few suggestions.
What is CATALOG EXPLORER?
It's a new way to search The Catalog! You can start with a broad keyword search and then narrow your search with just a few clicks. View or download the added features.
YOUR REQUESTS - Important information about library requests on HOLD as of February 1, 2010. View or download changes.
MAKE A DONATION ONLINE
There is a new online feature that allows you to make a donation to Whitehall Public Library just by using a charge card.
Click here to submit your donation. Thank you for your support!
AARP TAX HELP
MONDAYS ONLY
@ WPL
10 am - 2 pm
February 8 - April 12, 2010
AARP volunteers will give free tax preparation and assistance to low and middle income taxpayers with special attention to those 60 or older.
It will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. No appointments.
AARP Tax-Aide Volunteers who have been certified by the IRS will be offering this service. They will assist with Federal, State of Pennsylvania and Local Tax returns as well as Rent or Property Tax rebates for those eligible.
You will need to bring the following documents with you:
- Copy of previous year tax return
- W-2 forms from each employer
- All 1099 forms (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-MISC. etc.)
- If you receive Social Security, bring Form SSA-1099
- If you receive a pension or annuity bring those 1099R Forms
- All forms indicating you paid taxes
- Social Security Cards with numbers for all dependents
- Tax forms and preparation booklets you receive in the mail
2010 CENSUS
Visit the 2010 Census web site for important information on:
- How It Works
- Why It's Important
- Protecting Your Answers
- Review questions on the form
SEARCH for Artists & Crafters
Whitehall Public Library is now looking for artists and crafters to participate in the
4th Annual
ART and FINE CRAFTESMAN SHOW
Saturday, April 24, 2010
South Hills Country Club
If you or someone you know are interested, please contact Staci Zemaitis at zemaitiss@einetwork.net or to download an artist prospectus form, click here.
2010 Promotion Plan / Sponsorship Opportunities - Would you like to help? Whether you are looking to increase awareness of your business, reach more consumers with a product or service, or simply want to show the community that you support the Whitehall Public Library, this is an excellent way to market your business.
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE- $5.00 each. Stop by the library to get yours today.
Tickets by Mail: Please send a check made payable to the Whitehall Public Library for the number of tickets being requested along with a self-addressed, stamp envelope to:
ART SHOW
Whitehall Public Library
100 Borough Park Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Attention: Staci Zemaitis
LIBRARY NEWS
February - Program Calendar
Also check the Events Calendar to see what's coming up at the library. For more information or to register for a program, call us at 412-882-6622.
If you would like email notification of our programs, send us your email address.
HOT TITLES BOOKLIST - Revised 2/1/10 - New books and DVDs coming soon. Call the library to reserve your copy or order yours online by way of The Catalog.
NEW BOOKS PURCHASED / DECEMBER 2009
NEWSPAPER ARTICLES:
- Published books by children to reach library shelves- South Hills Record 12/10/09
- Creative sides revealed in library fundraiser - South Hills Record 11/5/09
- Food party perfect recipe for book group / South Hills Record 9/3/09
- Library staff brings program to youths / South Hills Record 8/6/09
- Source: Hennen's American Public Library Rating
- Whitehall library listed among top 25 in state / South Hills Record 7/16/09
- Libraries offer more than just books / South Hills Record - Letter to Editor 7/23/09
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
We would like to thank all of our loyal patrons for submitting postcards on behalf of support for public libraries during the course of the Pennsylvania State Budget impasse. Over 300 postcards were mailed from Whitehall Library users!
Budget cuts were made, and that's hardly cause for celebration, however your voices were heard and the proposed 54% public library subsidy cut was reduced to 20.1%. Drastic cuts were made to programs funded through Library Access and the Electronic Catalog line items, so we must wait and see how those cuts impact the library.
We appreciate your voice and your support.
Click here to view a chart comparing last year's budget to this year's budget.
ADULT SPECIAL DAYS
Adult Coffee Mornings - Wednesdays / 9 - 11 a.m. - Adults are welcome to come in for our Coffee Time. It will be served and allowed only in the reading area by the fireplace and magazines.
Blood Pressure Screening - First Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
HCR Manor Care Health Services will be at the library to do blood pressure checks.
Conversation Salon - Second Wednesday each month @ 1:00 p.m. Come and join us for a special group meeting to discuss current events. To learn more click here.
Play Scrabble - Fridays / 1 - 4 p.m. Come play the game at the library. You don't have to be an expert to play and you will meet new friends and have an enjoyable time. It's never too late to join this great group of people who meet each Friday at the library.