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ONGOING ACTIVITIES FOR ADULTS
NEW in 2026! – MAHJONG MONDAYS – EVERY Monday afternoon from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. in Conference Room 218
Mahjong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. Similar to the Western card game rummy, Mahjong is a game of skill, strategy, and luck. Join us each Monday to play with others!
WE WILL NOT BE TEACHING MAHJONG!
No registration required.
COOKBOOK CLUB – Every first Monday of each month from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in Conference Room 218
Home cooks of any skill level are welcome as we explore dishes from various cookbooks. Each month will have a theme, and you can make a dish to bring and share with the club while we discuss the recipes and cooking process!
No registration required. If you have questions or are interested in joining, email summersk@northlandlibrary.org.
August 3 – Mediterranean
September 14 – Apple Fest
October 5
November 2
December 7
COME WRITE IN – Every first Thursday of each month from 6:00 to 7:45 p.m. in Room 148-2
August 6, September 3, October 1, November 5, December 3
Working on a novel or just enjoy writing for fun? Want to spend a couple of hours focusing on your craft and working alongside fellow writers? Come write in with us every first Thursday at Northland!
Bring your own laptop or writing pad. Email colemank2@northlandlibrary.org to join.
TEA & STITCHES – Every first Friday of most months from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Room 148-2
August 7, September 4, October 2, NOT meeting in November, December 4
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, embroidery, or something in between, join us the first Friday of each month to work on your project while chatting with other crafters! Tea and snacks will be provided.
No registration required. All experience levels welcome. If you’re interested in joining, email colemank2@northlandlibrary.org.
DECAF TEA & STITCHES – Every third Thursday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. in Conference Room 218
August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17
Whether you enjoy knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, embroidery, or something in between, join us the Third Thursday evening of each month to work on your project while chatting with other crafters! Tea and snacks will be provided.
No registration required. All experience levels welcome. If you’re interested in joining, email colemank2@northlandlibrary.org.
NEXT CHAPTER BOOK CLUB – Every second & fourth Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in Room 148-1
Next Chapter Book Clubs began in 2002 to provide meaningful opportunities for life-long learning, social connections, and community inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Join Northland’s Next Chapter Book Club each month to read aloud and discuss stories. We’ll provide the books, and readers of any level are welcome!
If you are interested in joining, email northlandadults@northlandlibrary.org or call 412-366-8100 x113.
August 11 and 25
September 8 and 22
October 13 and 27
November 10 and 24
December 8 and 22
NORTH HILLS GENEALOGISTS 
– Every third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. (Zoom, Christ Episcopal Church)
August 17, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 21
The North Hills Genealogists hold monthly meetings both in-person at Christ Episcopal Church (Babcock Blvd & Browns Lane, 5910 Babcock Blvd) and virtually via Zoom. These monthly meetings each feature a guest speaker addressing the group on a subject related to genealogy. A “roundtable discussion” is periodically scheduled instead of a lecture, giving each person a chance to ask questions or tell of a great find.
To register, go to northhillsgenealogists.org and click on Meetings & Events.
MOVIE MATINEE – Every third Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in Rooms 148-2
Take a peek into the sights and culture of other lands through a travel or foreign film feature. No registration is required.
August 19 – Japan (60 min.)
This month we have a special live presentation. Librarian and Adult Services Department Manager, Rebecca. Rebecca, has traveled to Japan twice. She would like to show you the beauty of the country and its people. We will see the vermilion gate/tunnel of the Inari Shrine, the beautiful Saihoji Temple and Studio Ghibli along with many other sites.
September 16 – “Past Lives” (Korea – 105 min.)
After Nora and Hae-Sung meet at twelve years of age, Nora moves away. Not until twenty-four years later do they meet again. In Korea “inyeon” means destined to be together whether it’s in the now, the past or the future. He just wants to see her one last time. Can she say goodbye? Nominated for 240 awards, including the Academy Award for Best Picture, this poignant film will linger with you long after it ends.
October 21 – Newport Mansions / Copenhagen…and more (60 min.)
This month we tour the gilded age mansions of the Vanderbilts and others in Newport, Rhode Island. Then we do a whirlwind tour of Copenhagen, Sao Paulo and Gansu, China.
November 18 – “The Farewell” (United States – 98 min.)
Billi, a Chinese-born, American raised woman returns to China after she hears that her grandmother is dying. Billi is forever changed by her grandmother’s wondrous spirit.
December 16 – New York State (52 min.)
This month we visit three different regions of New York State. First is the North Forks, just north of the Hamptons. Second, the Finger Lakes is very historical and known for its beautiful waterfalls and history. Lastly, the mountainous regions of the Adirondacks.
CONVERSATION SALON – Every Third Wednesday on each month from 1 to 3 p.m. in Conference Room 218
August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16
Come meet some new friends and neighbors as we engage in informal chats on current events, local issues, or national headlines. Conversation salons provide us with the opportunity to share ideas, listen with respect to other’s opinions, and learn from each other.
No registration is required. Email northlandadults@northlandlibrary.org or call 412-366-8100 x113 with any questions.
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