PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN

Book Babies
9:30 to 10, 10:30 to 11, Wednesday, March 5, Story Room
Learn early literacy skills through stories, rhymes and songs in this fun, interactive program for babies birth-2 years old with a caregiver. One registration per family. Registration opens at 9 a.m. one week in advance of the program.

Storytimes for 2s and 3s
9:30 to 10, 10:30 to 11 Thursday, March 6,
Story Room
Fingerplays, stories and songs are part of this participatory program created especially for 2- and 3-year-olds and their caregivers. Register for each session individually. One registration per family. Registration opens at 9 a.m. on the previous Thursday.

After School STEAM
4:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, Story Room
Learn about circuits, coding, animal science and more. For kids in fourth and fifth grades. Register for each session individually. Registration opens one week in advance of program.

Tail Wagging Tutors
6:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, Meeting
Room A
Read to a dog! Practice your reading skills with a very attentive listener. Dog listeners are trained by Therapy Dogs International. Registration required.

PROGRAMS FOR TEENS

Teen-Led Dungeons & Dragons
3:45 to 6 p.m., Thursdays in March, Learning Lab (6th grade and up)
Middle school student Sonny will be DMing a weekly Dungeons & Dragons game. Limit six teens per game.

Teen Planning Committee
6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, March 6, Story Room
The Teen Planning Committee meets monthly during the school year to plan and work on displays, events, and projects under the supervision of Teen Librarian Miss Katie. This volunteer leadership opportunity is open to students in seventh through 12th grades.

Spanish Group
7 p.m., Monday, March 17, Meeting Room B
For teens and adults. Spanish speakers of all levels are invited to this monthly group to practice their Spanish in an informal, fun environment. No registration required.

PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Appalachia: An Overview
7 p.m., Mondays in March and April 7,
Meeting Room A
This six-week presentation will focus on the people, resources, food, folkways, arts and music of the Appalachian region. Each session will provide participants with additional resources to learn more about topics of particular interest.

Literacy Pittsburgh English
Conversation Club
10 a.m., Wednesdays in March, Meeting Room B
Literacy Pittsburgh students are invited to practice their English in an informal setting. Register with Miranda Pino at mpino@literacypittsburgh.org or 412-531-3004.

Career Counseling
9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursdays in March,
Garden Study Room 5
WorkAble combines the services of
career counselors, regional employers and volunteers to provide seamless services in geographically diverse locations throughout Allegheny County. Funded through the United Way of Allegheny County, services include career counseling and assessment, guidance in resume and cover letter writing, job search strategies, networking, interviewing and connection to other resources to assist with barriers to employment.
By appointment only. Call 412-904-5993 to schedule or visit www.workableac.com.

Creative Citizens @MLPL
10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 12,
Learning Lab
Monthly workshops feature teaching artists to help participants explore their artistic talents and creativity. No experience necessary. Workshop meets on the second Wednesday of each month. Registration required.