Welcome to the Cooper-Siegel Community Library Adult Services Page!
Book Clubs for the Grown-Ups
Booked for Lunch | Friday 2/11 @ 12:00. This group meets on Zoom on the 2nd Friday of the month. We read fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, memoirs etc! Currently, one of our best library patrons is running the book club until a new staff person can take over. In January, we’re discussing The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White. Register here to receive the link.
Nonfiction Book Club | Monday 1/17 @ 2:00 For lovers of nonfiction! History, memoir, science, philosophy! Real stories and real people in all genres! In January, we’re discussing The Drunkard’s Walk: How Randomness Rules Our Lives by Leonard Mlodinow. Meetings are virtual on Zoom. Register here to receive the link.
Evening Book Group | Monday 1/24 @ 7:00 The Evening Book Group meets on Zoom the 4th Monday of the month. In January, we’re discussing Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam. Register here to receive the link.
Grown-Ups Reading Children’s Books | Thursday 1/20 @ 7:00 We meet monthly on the 3rd Thursday of each month in our bright and cheery Reading Room. Stop by the library to pick up your books (usually a selection of 4 titles, depending on the length). In January, we’re dsicussing: The Right Word: Roget and His Thesaurus by Jen Bryant; The Journey That Saved Curious George: The True Wartime Escape of Margret and H.A. Rey by Louise Borden; The Boy Who Drew Birds: A Story of John James Audubon by Jacqueline Davies and Viva Frida by Yuyi Morales. Stop into the library to pick up your copies! Register here to receive the link.
Speculative Fiction Book Club (Sharpsburg Branch) | Wednesday 1/19 @ 7:00 Stimulating discussions of science fiction, fantasy, and horror titles. This group meets in-person in the Fiction Room at the Sharpsburg Branch on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. This month we’re discussing The Lesson by Cadwell Turnbull. Register here.
Sharpsburg Sleuths Book Club (Sharpsburg Branch) Tuesday 1/25 @ 7:00 Get a clue with the Sharpsburg Sleuths! We read all mysteries, all the time. This group meets in-person in the Fiction Room at the Sharpsburg Branch. This month we’re discussing The Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley. Register here.
Events & Classes
January 2022
Sunday, January 2 – Monday, February 28
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Winter Reading
Join us for our Winter Reading Challenge. All ages are encouraged to read books and attend library programs which earn you raffle tickets forcoolprizes! Sign-up at the library, on our website or through the Beanstack app. You can register by coming to the library, online here, or through the Beanstack app (available for iOS and android).
Tuesday, January 18
- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Virtual Meditation
Join Bhante from Pittsburgh Buddhist Center for a live meditation via YouTube. No registration necessary, just clickhere.
Wednesday, January 19
- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Rep. Innamorato Office Hours
Cancelled
Due to the rapid spread of COVID-19, the representative’s office has decided to CANCEL this month’s mobile visit. Please call412.781.2750 to reach the representative’s office about any state-related issues or concerns.
Have a question about local or state issues? Staff from Representative Innamorato’s office are here to listen and to assist residents with issues like rent rebates, senior Connect Cards and more!
- 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Speculative Fiction Book Club
This month’s title is the SF allegoryThe Lessonby Cadwell Turnbull, in which aliens colonize the Virgin Islands.
Thursday, January 20
- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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Crochet n' Things
Never crocheted or knit before? No worries! Finley is here to teach you and share new techniques (specifically crochet!) Learn and make fun new yarn projects together!Teens and adults are welcome to join us!
NYTimes
Enjoy full access to The New York Times, compliments of Cooper-Siegel Community Library. Read at the library or anywhere else. Create a free NYTimes account and then start exploring today. To make it really easy, download the NYTimes app on your phone! The NYTimes is an essential source for fearless reporting, varied perspectives and practical advice on nearly every topic — from the vital issues shaping our world to the simple pleasures that make everyday life better. Click HERE to start reading.
Resources & Online Learning
Library Purchase Suggestion Form
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