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Chinese Concert

Flying String Youth Ensemble Chinese New Year Concert

Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lobby upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Adults, Families, All Ages

The Flying Strings Youth Ensemble is a nonprofit organization composed of young musicians ages 7 to 18. They blend the enchanting sounds of traditional Chinese and Western instruments to bring the joy of music to the community.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Lobby upper-level
Age Group: Children, Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Flying Strings Youth Ensemble is a nonprofit organization composed of young musicians ages 7 to 18. They blend the enchanting sounds of traditional Chinese and Western instruments to bring the joy of music to the community.

Women's Panel

Author Panel: Women in Writing

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library upper-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Celebrate International Women's Day with this local authors!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library upper-level
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate International Women's Day with this local authors!

Local Author Fair

Northland Local Author Fair

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to celebrate the talented authors living in and writing about Pittsburgh. Purchase books, chat with authors, and attend author talks and panels!

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us to celebrate the talented authors living in and writing about Pittsburgh. Purchase books, chat with authors, and attend author talks and panels!

Coin Fair

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Room 148-1&2 at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Would you like to know what your old coins are worth? Drop in to find out and enjoy some time with expert coin enthusiasts!

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Room 148-1&2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Would you like to know what your old coins are worth? Drop in to find out and enjoy some time with expert coin enthusiasts!

Battle of the Books (FILLED)

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Hampton Community Library at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

FILLED-Get ready for a night of literary trivia, friendly competition, and team spirit at the Adult Battle of the Books hosted by North Region Libraries! 

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Battle start at 6:30 p.m.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Hampton Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

FILLED-Get ready for a night of literary trivia, friendly competition, and team spirit at the Adult Battle of the Books hosted by North Region Libraries! 

Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Battle start at 6:30 p.m.

Northland Garden Gala Phantom of the Library VIP Reception

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

The 21-and-over Garden Gala will again feature an amazing selection of local food and beverage vendors, live entertainment, silent auction and more, after hours at Northland Public Library.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The 21-and-over Garden Gala will again feature an amazing selection of local food and beverage vendors, live entertainment, silent auction and more, after hours at Northland Public Library.

Northland Garden Gala Phantom Of the Library

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:30pm - 10:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

The 21-and-over Garden Gala will again feature an amazing selection of local food and beverage vendors, live entertainment, silent auction and more, after hours at Northland Public Library.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The 21-and-over Garden Gala will again feature an amazing selection of local food and beverage vendors, live entertainment, silent auction and more, after hours at Northland Public Library.

Book Sale

Spring Book Sale Preview

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Beat the crowds and register for our Preview Sale! 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Beat the crowds and register for our Preview Sale! 

Book Sale

Spring Book Sale

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

It's time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

It's time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Book Sale

Spring Book Sale

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

It's time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

It's time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Book Sale

Spring Book Sale ($5 Bag Day)

Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

Everything Must Go! 

Fill 1 bag: $5 + tax 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Everything Must Go! 

Fill 1 bag: $5 + tax 

Springtime Plant Swap

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Learning Garden at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Interested in adding more greenery to your home and yard? Meet fellow plant enthusiasts to trade plants/cuttings and knowledge. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Learning Garden
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Interested in adding more greenery to your home and yard? Meet fellow plant enthusiasts to trade plants/cuttings and knowledge. 

Dog Man Day

Friday, June 26, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Children & Teen Department at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
School-Age, All Ages

Is he a dog? Is he a man? GUESS WHAT? HE'S BOTH! Celebrate everyone's favorite comic canine with games and activities. 

Registration is not required. 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Children & Teen Department
Age Group: School-Age, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Is he a dog? Is he a man? GUESS WHAT? HE'S BOTH! Celebrate everyone's favorite comic canine with games and activities. 

Registration is not required. 

After-Hours Murder Mystery

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

THERE HAS BEEN A MURDER!!! Can you figure out who the culprit is before they strike again? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to take on the persona of murder suspects for this after-hours mystery. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library lower-level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

THERE HAS BEEN A MURDER!!! Can you figure out who the culprit is before they strike again? Teens ages 12-18 are invited to take on the persona of murder suspects for this after-hours mystery. 

Guinea Pig Day

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lobby lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages

It's guinea pig day! Celebrate these wonderful fuzzy friends with crafts, activities, and some very special guests. 

Registration is not required for this program. 

All ages are welcome.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Lobby lower-level
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

It's guinea pig day! Celebrate these wonderful fuzzy friends with crafts, activities, and some very special guests. 

Registration is not required for this program. 

All ages are welcome.

Star Wars Glow Party

Friday, July 31, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Library lower-level at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

May the force be with you! Lightsaber battle with glow sticks, answer trivia, play Jedi vs. Sith, and find out once and for all who has the best Chewbacca impersonation. 

Costumes encouraged! 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library lower-level
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

May the force be with you! Lightsaber battle with glow sticks, answer trivia, play Jedi vs. Sith, and find out once and for all who has the best Chewbacca impersonation. 

Costumes encouraged! 

End of Summer Reading Event!

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library upper-level parking lot at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Families, All Ages

Join us for a petting zoo, icy treats, crafts, and more.

 Open to all summer reading program participants.

No registration required.

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library upper-level parking lot
Age Group: Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a petting zoo, icy treats, crafts, and more.

 Open to all summer reading program participants.

No registration required.

Spring Book Sale

Fall Book Sale Preview

Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Beat the crowds and register for our Preview Sale! 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Beat the crowds and register for our Preview Sale! 

Book Sale

Fall Book Sale

Friday, September 25, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

It's almost time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

It's almost time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Book Sale

Fall Book Sale

Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

It's almost time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

It's almost time to re-stock your personal libraries! 

Items include books, paperbacks, CDs, puzzles and games, DVDs, and Talking Books CDs.

 

Book Sale

Fall Book Sale ($5 Bag Day)

Sunday, September 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Library-wide at Northland Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Adults, Families, All Ages

Everything Must Go! 

Fill 1 bag: $5 + tax 

Library Branch: Northland Public Library
Room: Library-wide
Age Group: Adults, Families, All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Everything Must Go! 

Fill 1 bag: $5 + tax