Residents of the Greensburg Hempfield Area Library‘s service area will have the opportunity to vote on a referendum that will raise much-needed money for the library. Read more on the Tribune-Review’s website.
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One Book, One Community Celebrates the American Frontier
The latest One Book, One Community book pick is My Antonia by Willa Cather. This classic novel tells the story of a family of Bohemian immigrants who create a home in the Nebraskan prairie. Its nostalgic style and character-driven plot absorbs the reader and brings the American West to life. One Book, […]
In the News: Latrobe library celebrates 90 years with reception, slate tile sales
Latrobe’s Adams Memorial Library will mark its 90th anniversary with a reception at the library Saturday at 1112 Ligonier St. Read more from the Tribune-Review.
Celebrate Your Freedom to Read During Banned Books Week
When people hear the phrase “banned book,” a scene from Fahrenheit 451 often comes to mind. Luckily, we live in a time and place when objectionable books are not collected, burned, destroyed so no one will ever be able to read them. However, people will sometimes demand that a book […]
Staff Picks: The 1918 Influenza Pandemic
One hundred years ago, the 1918 Influenza Pandemic affected the entire world. While the true number of deaths is unknowable, the most commonly accepted estimates range between 20-40 million victims. Beginning with the spring of 1918, there were some local soldiers dying at military bases around the US, and by […]
Staff Picks: Books to Read If You Miss Game of Thrones
This past Sunday was the first in several weeks without a new episode of Game of Thrones, and if you’re like me you’re hoping to fill that direwolf-shaped void in your life. Don’t worry–we’re here to help. WLN libraries have plenty of fantasy novels full of political intrigue, mythical creatures, and engaging […]
In the News: Penn Area Library will host Vietnam War events this fall
In addition to the Penn Area Library becoming one of 50 libraries in the nation to receive a copy — and permission to screen — Ken Burns’ forthcoming documentary about the Vietnam War, they are making sure patrons have plenty of opportunities to learn more about the conflict. Read more on the […]
In the News: Library wins backing for ballot items
Greensburg Hempfield Area Library officials say they’ve gathered enough signatures to put property tax referendums on November’s ballot. Read more on the Tribune-Review’s website.
In the News: Delmont library officials release monarchs into butterfly garden
Delmont Public Library officials and community residents gathered July 24 to release more than 80 monarch butterflies into a grant-funded butterfly garden. Read more on the Tribune-Review’s website.
In the News: Small libraries in Westmoreland, Pennsylvania operate with meager resources
Small libraries in Westmoreland County and Pennsylvania serve their communities despite financial difficulties. Read more on the Tribune-Review’s website.