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Wednesday April 11, 2018
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Tales for 2s and 3s
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

A storytime specifically geared for toddlers who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. We will read great stories, sing songs, and have plenty of music, movement, and fun that encourages your toddler’s language and development skills! Caregivers are encouraged to actively engage in activities with their child! No registration required.

To receive text updates should toddler storytime need to be cancelled, text @talesfor to 81010

 

CONTACT:  Tracy Bakowski  412-885-2255  bakowskit@einetwork.net
 
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Movers and Makers
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Students in grades K-5 can build, create, invent and discover in this hands-on maker program! Come and discover the wonders and whys of STEM! Registration required.  Please refer to website for items to bring from home.

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm:  January 17 (igloos); February 14 (rocket cars); March 14 (bots); April 11 (plants)

April 11 program -- please bring 1 medium bowl (per child) and 1 measuring cup to the program...thank you! 

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are many spaces available.
Thursday April 12, 2018
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AARP Tax Aide
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Have your tax forms completed and filed for free by our volunteers from AARP.  Please be sure to bring last year’s tax forms.  No appointments available. First come, first served.

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
 
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Family Fun Nights
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Family Fun Nights are a wonderful way for families to spend quality and fun time together!  Join us each month for a new theme and a lot of family-friendly activities.  All Fun Nights are open to all ages! Registration required for each program.

Thursdays at 6:30 pm:  January 25 (Pete the Cat); February 8 (Curious George) and 22 (Fancy Nancy); March 8 (St. Patrick’s Day) and 22 (Elephant and Piggie); and April 12 (Pigeon) and 26 (Special One Book Event)

CONTACT:  Tracy Bakowski  412-885-2255  bakowskit@einetwork.net
Friday April 13, 2018
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Preschool Story Alphabet Explorers
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Join our preschool program where children ages 3-5 can explore stories through songs, retellings, STEM activities and a craft.  A new letter of the alphabet will be introduced each week.  No registration required. There will be no storytime on February 16 or March 30.

To receive text updates should preschool storytime need to be cancelled, text @prekexplor to 81010.

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Teen Canvas and Color Paint Night
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Teens in Grades 6-12 can join local artist Michelle and learn how to paint your own canvas 9x12 piece of artwork! Learn techniques using acrylic paint to create a take-home masterpiece ready to hang!  Registration required for each paint night.

Fridays at 6:30 pm: January 26 and April 13

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are many spaces available.
Monday April 16, 2018
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Learn Bus
CONTACT:  Jenny Worley  412-885-2255  worleyj@einetwork.net
LOCATION: Library
Tuesday April 17, 2018
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Bouncing Babies and Books
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

This storytime, for babies birth-24 months, will include books, songs, musical instruments, scarves, parachutes and bubbles along with baby playtime/socialization following storytime! Meet new caregivers or meet up with old friends while starting your baby on the rewarding road to reading! No registration required.

To receive text updates should baby storytime need to be cancelled, text @bouncingba to 81010

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Creative Hands - CANCELLED
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Spring Travel Series - -South Side, Pittsburgh
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Please join us as we "travel" around the world during this six-week series.  Light refreshments will be provided by Norbert Personal Care and Seven Oaks Hospice.  Bring a friend or two! No registration required. 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
Wednesday April 18, 2018 - Thursday April 19, 2018
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AARP Safe Driving Course
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Joe Kletch, a volunteer at AARP, is teaching this course that reinforces good driving habits, a review of current and past Pennsylvania laws and safety and health issues.

Registration is required and this course is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.  Please pay the instructor before the first class.

 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
There are 9 spaces available.
Wednesday April 18, 2018
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Tales for 2s and 3s
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

A storytime specifically geared for toddlers who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. We will read great stories, sing songs, and have plenty of music, movement, and fun that encourages your toddler’s language and development skills! Caregivers are encouraged to actively engage in activities with their child! No registration required.

To receive text updates should toddler storytime need to be cancelled, text @talesfor to 81010

 

CONTACT:  Tracy Bakowski  412-885-2255  bakowskit@einetwork.net
 
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New Release Movie
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us for a fun and relaxing new movie and bring a friend if you'd like!  Light refreshments will be served.  No registration is required. 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
 
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Book Cooks
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Young chefs (preschool-grade 2) will develop an appetite for nutritious foods while being introduced to books that reinforce social and academic skills.  Experience new foods and new books! Registration required. Please refer to our website for cooking supplies needed for each class.

Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm: January 24 (classic waffles), February 21 (mini calzones), March 21 (Shamrock tortilla chips) and April 18 (mini pizzas)

Supplies needed for April 18 class: baking sheet, small bowl, medium bowl, measuring spoons, measuring cup, wooden spoon, something round, like a large cup, for cutting circles from the dough

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are 3 spaces available.
Thursday April 19, 2018
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Anything Book Club
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

It called Anything because we read Anything.  We are always looking for new members!

We are reading "Rin Tin Tin" by Susan Orlean for this month's discussion.

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
 
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Library Board of Trustees Meeting
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Members of the Baldwin Board of Trustees are volunteers who donate their time and service to the library and it’s role in the community. The Board sets policy, fiscal goals and strategic direction in support of the Library’s mission and vision.

Baldwin Borough Public Library's Board of Trustees is composed of seven citizens of the community, appointed by Baldwin Borough Council. They serve 3-year terms and may be reappointed. The Board meets monthly at 7pm on the third Thursday of each month at the Library and all meetings are open to the public.

If you have any specific questions, comments or concerns and would like to speak to a Board member, you can email the board or write to:

President of the Board
41 Macek Drive 
Pittsburgh, PA 15227

CONTACT:  Jenny Worley  412-885-2255  worleyj@einetwork.net
LOCATION: Library
Friday April 20, 2018
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Preschool Story Alphabet Explorers
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Join our preschool program where children ages 3-5 can explore stories through songs, retellings, STEM activities and a craft.  A new letter of the alphabet will be introduced each week.  No registration required. There will be no storytime on February 16 or March 30.

To receive text updates should preschool storytime need to be cancelled, text @prekexplor to 81010.

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Free Bingo Friday
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

We have a great time playing 10 games of BINGO and winning different prizes every time. Tell all your friends! 

No registration required. 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
Saturday April 21, 2018
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Paws for a Cause
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Come read to an Animal Friends dog. All ages welcome! Please bring one or more item from our Animal Friends Supply Drive list found on our website. March will feature a literacy rabbit as part of our Bagels, Bunnies & Baskets program! Registration required.

Saturdays at 11:00 am:   January 20, February 17, March 24 (rabbits) and April 21

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are many spaces available.
Monday April 23, 2018
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Monday Morning Moms & Dads
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Don’t go stir-crazy this winter! Join our Monday morning caregiver/child playgroup for children birth-3 years! We will meet once a month, participate in a take-home art project along with a lot of play time with our new rice/water table, as well as fun learning, building and educational toys.  It’s a great way to socialize, meet new caregivers and for your child to meet new friends! No registration required.

Mondays at 10:30 am:  January 29, February 26, March 19 and April 23

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Panera Bread Fundraiser
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Dine at Panera and support the Baldwin Library on Monday, April 23! Present this slip to your server and 20% of your check will support our library! Thank you for your support!

When: Monday, April 23 from 4 pm to 8 pm

Where: Panera's Restaurant at 5301 Grove Rd, Caste Village location only

This applies both to eat-in and takeout orders. You can bring and present this to your server or you can show it on your mobile phone or tablet 

CONTACT:  Jenny Worley  412-885-2255  worleyj@einetwork.net
LOCATION: Offsite
 
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Beyond the Brush Art - Rescheduled to Tuesday, April 24
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Children in grades K-5 can join Michelle, a local Michael’s art and craft instructor, as she introduces new projects each month that children can make and take! Registration required.
All programs begin at 6:30 pm: January 30, March 26 and April 23

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are many spaces available.
 
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Book Share
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

What’s Book Share? Not the same as a book club! Together we will be chatting about our latest books we’ve read (both likes & dislikes), talk about ways to find your next read and more! Pam and Nancy will also be providing a few recommendations for you! Registration optional for this new program.

CONTACT:  Pam Calfo  412-885-2255  calfop@einetwork.net
There are many spaces available.
Tuesday April 24, 2018
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Bouncing Babies and Books
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

This storytime, for babies birth-24 months, will include books, songs, musical instruments, scarves, parachutes and bubbles along with baby playtime/socialization following storytime! Meet new caregivers or meet up with old friends while starting your baby on the rewarding road to reading! No registration required.

To receive text updates should baby storytime need to be cancelled, text @bouncingba to 81010

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
 
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Spring Travel Series - -Massachusetts
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Please join us as we "travel" around the world during this six-week series.  Light refreshments will be provided by Norbert Personal Care and Seven Oaks Hospice.  Bring a friend or two! No registration required. 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
Wednesday April 25, 2018
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Tales for 2s and 3s
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

A storytime specifically geared for toddlers who are 24-36 months old with a caregiver. We will read great stories, sing songs, and have plenty of music, movement, and fun that encourages your toddler’s language and development skills! Caregivers are encouraged to actively engage in activities with their child! No registration required.

To receive text updates should toddler storytime need to be cancelled, text @talesfor to 81010

 

CONTACT:  Tracy Bakowski  412-885-2255  bakowskit@einetwork.net
 
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Mystery Lovers Book Club
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Love a good mystery?  Join us for a great time trying to figure out "whodunnit"!  New friends are always welcome.

This month's book is "Light in the Ruins" by Chris Bohjalian.

 

CONTACT:  Nancy Musser  412-885-2255  mussern@einetwork.net
 
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Brushes Before Bedtime
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Join us for a night of family art using various techniques and leave with a masterpiece designed by your entire family! No age limit requirements. A “how to draw” segment will be included in each program. Registration required.

Wednesdays @ 6:30 pm: January 31 (candy hearts), February 28 (snowman collage), March 28 (fruit crate art) and April 25 (watercolor flowers)

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
There are 5 spaces available.
Thursday April 26, 2018
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Family Fun Nights
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM

Family Fun Nights are a wonderful way for families to spend quality and fun time together!  Join us each month for a new theme and a lot of family-friendly activities.  All Fun Nights are open to all ages! Registration required for each program.

Thursdays at 6:30 pm:  January 25 (Pete the Cat); February 8 (Curious George) and 22 (Fancy Nancy); March 8 (St. Patrick’s Day) and 22 (Elephant and Piggie); and April 12 (Pigeon) and 26 (Special One Book Event)

CONTACT:  Tracy Bakowski  412-885-2255  bakowskit@einetwork.net
There are 8 spaces available.
Friday April 27, 2018
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Preschool Story Alphabet Explorers
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Join our preschool program where children ages 3-5 can explore stories through songs, retellings, STEM activities and a craft.  A new letter of the alphabet will be introduced each week.  No registration required. There will be no storytime on February 16 or March 30.

To receive text updates should preschool storytime need to be cancelled, text @prekexplor to 81010.

CONTACT:  Dolores Colarosa  412-885-2255  colarosad@einetwork.net
Monday April 30, 2018
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Book to Movie Club: Movie Viewing
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us for our BRAND NEW book club at the library! Each month we will be reading a book, watching the movie adaptation and then discussing the differences, similarities and more! Be sure to join us. If you have questions about this NEW program, see Pam! Please have the book read for our discussion on May 7.  No registration required.

  • Monday, April 30 @ 6:30 pm: Movie Viewing
  • Monday, May 7 @ 6:30 pm: Discussion

This month’s title: Silver Linings Playbook

CONTACT:  Pam Calfo  412-885-2255  calfop@einetwork.net

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