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  • Three school-age children do a simple chemistry experiment with test tubes holding different colored liquids.

    Pittsburgh Water presents Color-Changin’ Chemistry: Water Quality Science

    Featured
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Become a scientist who makes water safe to drink for our city! Create crazy color-changing potions in a hands-on exploration of water chemistry and water treatment. Recommended for kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.

  • Elementary school children build 3D models using recycled materials during class.

    Kids Club: Communities

    Kids Club
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States, this Kids Club will focus on the power of community, and the role strong communities play in our nation. Kids will explore how change starts locally and learn how being a good neighbor can help create positive change. Children will create a little town by designing a building to add. This event is part of America250PA programming.

  • Close-up of two senior adults coloring intricate coloring sheets.

    Create and Connect: Still Life Drawing

    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to learn how to make a creative craft, learn about our resources, and connect with others in the community. Bring your current project or use our basic supplies provided while they last. This program will take place in the First Floor Graphic Novels Room.

  • Happy group of high school students work on a group project together.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12.

  • Disabled adult painting at an easel with nearby health aid.

    Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop

    Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration required with limited seats; experience not necessary. Please inform the library and class instructor of … Continued

  • Portrait of happy teenager girl drawing or studying with sister at home

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12.

  • Overhead shot of a child sketching on a blank piece of paper.

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Two young children prepare dough in the kitchen, hands covered in flour.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Elementary school children build 3D models using recycled materials during class.

    Kids Club

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Teen in red shirt and denim jacket standing in front of CLP-West End.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Close-up of a smiling teenager at a library event.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12.

  • A child, about six, builds with blocks on the floor of the children's section of the library.

    Kids Choice

    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children’s space; or teach other kids something you love. Children’s Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Close up on woman's hands knitting

    Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet

    Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for knitting and crocheting activities, learn about our resources, and connect with others in the community. Bring your current project or use our basic supplies provided while they last.        

  • Close-up of two senior adults coloring intricate coloring sheets.

    Create and Connect

    Create and Connect
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to learn how to make a creative craft, learn about our resources, and connect with others in the community. Bring your current project or use our basic supplies provided while they last.

  • Three teens smile and share pencils

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Close-up of a teenager's laughing face during Battle of the Books.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12.

  • A teenager uses a tablet in the Teenspace.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Teen reclining on a couch while wearing headphones and using a laptop.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Two school children, about six, working on a piece of clay together.

    Canceled Kids Club

    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Smiling high school student is studying alone in the library.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Close-up of a teenager taking a selfie.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • Crop of incognito child, about eight, working on project, hands taking colorful parts. Concept of science engineering.

    Kids Club

    CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • A librarian helps two children use a 3d printer in the library.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.

  • A child plays with an electronic keyboard in the library.

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Side view of a child, about ten, programming electric toys and robots at classroom.

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Three teenagers write on a flat whiteboard that has been set up between them.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued

  • An overhead view of hands beading a friendship bracelet.

    Bria Petite presents Expressions Through Form: A Journey of Self-Expression in Jewelry Making

    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    In this hands-on workshop, participants will create meaningful pieces using polymer clay and beads—translating emotion, identity, and personal stories into wearable art. We’ll explore color, shape, texture, and symbolism as tools for creative reflection, while learning foundational techniques in polymer clay design. Whether you’re new to jewelry making or looking to deepen your creative practice, … Continued

  • Close-up of a person doing crochet.

    Create and Connect

    Create and Connect
    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to learn how to make a creative craft, learn about our resources, and connect with others in the community. Bring your current project or use our basic supplies provided while they last.