Celebrate Black History Month

Check out one of these books from our collection:

I'll find a way or make one : a tribute to historically Black colleges and universities

by Juan Williams and Dwayne Ashley with Shawn Rhea

Tell all the children our story : memories and mementos of being young and Black in America by Tonya Bolden

The African-American century : how Black Americans have shaped our country by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. and Cornel West

The audacity of hope : thoughts on reclaiming the American dream by Barack Obama

Wake up our souls : a celebration of Black American artists by Tonya Bolden

Seven guitars by August Wilson ; foreword by Tony Kushner

Happy New Year!

Get 2009 started off on the right foot - READ!

The complete Beck diet for life : featuring the think thin eating plan

by Judith S. Beck

Get over yourself! : How to get real, get serious, and get ready to find true love

by Patti Novak and Laura Zigman.

The best life diet cookbook : more than 175 delicious, convenient, family - friendly recipes
by Bob Greene

Miraculous health : how to heal your body by unleashing the hidden power of your mind
by Rick Levy with Lou Aronica

Check out one of our Book Clubs!

GOOD READS

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Browse our selection of the 1000 most highly acclaimed titles! Click on any of the links below to receive a full description and quick link back to the library catalog.

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Whether you're leading a book discussion or just curious, you'll be fascinated by what you can learn about your favorite writer. We predict you'll become addicted to looking up authors every time you read one of their books. The insight you gain through our reviews, biographies and interviews enriches your reading experience in immeasurable ways. So start exploring - there are more than 1500 authors so you're sure to find your favorites.

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Librarian Favorite Reads!

Looking for a book recommended by someone who knows books?

Try the Librarian Favorites!

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Click the link above and be taken directly to the list of books and where they can be found!

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Poetry Reading from Along These Rivers: Poetry & Photography from Pittsburgh

Guest Poets: Annabelle Clippinger and Rina Ferrarelli

Join us for a poetry reading and Q&A session.

This program brought to you by the editors and contributors of Along These Rivers: Poetry & Photography from Pittsburgh, the Sprout Fund, the Allegheny County Library Association,
and your local public library.



Bethel Park Public Library
Saturday, Nov. 1st at 1:00 p.m.

Please register at the Library or call 412.835.2207.

Along These Rivers

Poetry Readings in Your Area

Library Book Sale!

The Library will be a hosting a book sale this fall. Donations of used books, VHS, DVDs or audio books in good condition will be accepted beginning Tuesday, September 9th.

Preview Night - Thursday, September 25th from 6 - 9 p.m.
Tickets are $10 - light refreshments will be served.

Book Sale - Friday, September 26th & Saturday, September 27th from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Bag Sale - Sunday, September 28th from 1 -5 p.m.
$5 will get you a paper grocery bag which you can fill with any item in the sale.


Call the Library at 412.835.2207 if you have any questions.

Mystery Author: Kathryn Miller Haines

Meet the local author, actor and award-winning playwright at the Bethel Park Public Library on Saturday, Sept. 20th at 1pm! She will discuss her new novel The Winter of Her Discontent.

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