Services
Our library serves as a community hub. We connect people to information and connect people to people. Our services include a vast array of materials and resources to support our community.
We encourage patrons to take the time to explore our website for additional information.
Interlibrary Loan
InterLibrary Loan (ILL) gives card holders access to materials that are not available within the collections of Allegheny County libraries.
Bookmobile
The Bookmobile provides a “closer to home” alternative to the main library with two stops around Pine Township.
- The bookmobile carries about 2,500 items, including books, videos, DVDs, and CDs.
- You may check out any of the items on board, or request items from Northern Tier or any Allegheny County library. Requested items are delivered the following week, or whenever they become available.
Technology Access
Access the internet, computers and affordable printing, even if you don’t have a library card.
- Computers
- Affordable printing and faxing
- Scanners
- Free Public Wifi
- Wireless Printing from anywhere
Programs
Our programs are an important part of our services offering learning opportunities to our patrons. From author visits and hands on workshops with new technology, to educational sessions with local businesses, we want to offer chances for everyone to have fun while learning or trying something new. Check out our calendar of events for upcoming programs.
Book Clubs
Nonfiction Book Discussion Group
This book group will regularly meet on the third Tuesday of the month at 1 PM and will focus on reading nonfiction books concerning a variety of topics.
Bridget’s Book Club
A book club for our fiction lovers. Typically held the 2nd Wednesday of every month from 7 PM – 9 PM.
Take Home Kits
Can’t make it to any of our scheduled Children’s Programs? Request a take home kit and create and enjoy our crafts and activities with your kids when it’s convenient for you.
Museum Passes
Experience Kits
FREE ADMISSION for two adults and up to six children (under 18) to a number of museums and historical sites around Pittsburgh! Check out the link to our kits within the programming menu to see what’s available this season.
RAD Pass
The RAD Pass provides Allegheny County library card holder, ages 18 and up, with access to free or discounted passes to cultural attractions in our region.
Lobby Pickup
Short on time? Is it hard to get around? You may call and request lobby pickup for your library items.
Used Book Sales
Build your own personal library through our different sale options. All proceeds benefit Northern Tier Library.
- Annual Friends Book Sale held in April on the library’s lower level
- Shopify Store Browse and purchase books online and pick them up at the library when it is convenient for you.
- Library Lobby Sale You can always find books for sale in our library lobby.
St. Barnabas Delivery
Request books and other materials from public libraries throughout Allegheny county. Requests may be submitted o
- Books will be delivered to and picked up from St. Barnabas every Wednesday.
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Call or stop by the library to sign up for St. Barnabas for the delivery service.
E Books and More
Digital books for your leisure and for your researching purposes. Available to you via desktop or mobile device at any time.
Offsite Materials Return
Material return locations around our community.
24-hour access locations.
- Outside the Main Library branch
- At the Pine Community Center