After her husband and son died at the turn of the 20th century, Sarah B. Cochran became an unlikely business competitor of Henry Clay Frick’s, as well as a philanthropist builder, frat house namesake, and suffragist. This book talk will cover Sarah’s path from Fayette County farmer’s daughter to industrialist, and the opportunities that genealogists and … Continued
Register to attend IN-PERSON or ONLINE. A powerful chronicle of Colombia’s descent into decades of civil war through the lens of an intimate, multi-generational tale of upheaval and betrayal. When presumed president-elect Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, champion of the working class and harbinger of a new era of progressive social change, is assassinated on the eve … Continued
Spend an evening at our library. Enjoy light refreshments, live music, learn about the history of our library, take a library tour, learn about the upcoming renovation, and contribute via silent auction. Hosted by the Friends of Homewood Library. Purchase tickets at Dorsey Records, online at https://friendsofhomewood.eventbrite.com, or from a Friends of the Homewood Library … Continued
Before World War II, every neighborhood in Pittsburgh had a small Jewish community with synagogues, schools, and businesses. We’ll reconstruct these lost neighborhoods using materials from the Heinz History Center. For adults.
Please join us for another informational meeting about the upcoming renovation of CLP-Homewood. We will review a draft of the plans and have time for discussion. Come share your feedback and ask questions about the plans to keep this historic building functioning for generations to come.
Learn about Career, Business, & Nonprofit Services and Resources while discovering the nonprofits in your neighborhood! Hear from local arts and culture-related organizations in the Downtown area about the work they do in your community, then stay to mingle, ask questions, and make meaningful connections.
The Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents lectures on Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, and regional history given by society members and guest speakers. This month, Chief Historian & Director of the Western Pennsylvania Sports Museum, Ann Madarasz, presents ‘KDKA: Creating Radio’.
No matter where you are in the journey of family caregiving – just beginning to anticipate a need, helping to coordinate a big move, or taking care of a family member full-time – having a good framework to help guide both you and your loved one will make the process easier. During this session, we … Continued
Learn about your local waterways, how to advocate for clean water, and local riparian ecology. Participants will learn how to spot and report water pollution and what makes our rivers and streams so great!
Daryln Brewer Hoffstot has observed the fields and forests of her Western Pennsylvania farm for thirty-five years. This collection, A Farm Life, features twenty-seven essays exploring birds, mammals, bees, fungi, trees, and other aspects of the natural world. She is a keen observer who delights in sharing what she sees as well as what she … Continued
PA Medi assists Medicare beneficiaries and/or caregivers understand the complex coordination of the healthcare system regarding coverage and benefits. We also screen individuals to make sure they are not missing any cost savings programs available in Pennsylvania for their health coverage and prescription coverage needs.
Register to attend IN-PERSON. A recording will be made available after the lecture on the Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures YouTube channel. From the prizewinning rising legal star, the deeply researched and definitive book on the way the media and police distract us from what matters Join Alec Karakatsanis for a discussion of how we can … Continued
PA Medi assists Medicare beneficiaries and/or caregivers understand the complex coordination of the healthcare system regarding coverage and benefits. We also screen individuals to make sure they are not missing any cost savings programs available in Pennsylvania for their health coverage and prescription coverage needs.
Join the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD), Allegheny County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) and other community providers as they provide Narcan along with substance use and treatment information from local organizations. Participating organizations may include ACHD Overdose Prevention, ACHD Housing Program, DHS Drug & Alcohol, JADE Wellness, Three Rivers Youth, Positive Pathways, AHN Perinatal HOPE … Continued
Register to attend IN-PERSON. A recording will be made available after the lecture on the Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures YouTube channel. Growing up in places where his family had no past, and met mostly by silence from his Holocaust-refugee grandparents, Michael Lowenthal longed to be from somewhere. Then he realized he was gay and felt displaced … Continued
Join us for the 2026 NLS Summer Reading Program kickoff event. This virtual event will feature a welcome from Acting Librarian of Congress Robert Newlen and a preview of program highlights from NLS Director Jason Broughton. We’ll also give you the scoop on other Summer Reading events and activities happening at libraries around the country! … Continued
This session offers a straightforward look at the purpose and procedures of Pennsylvania’s judicial system. We will discuss the specific types of cases each court handles and provide practical tips for finding your way around a courtroom. You will also learn how judges are selected in Pennsylvania and discover ways to become a more knowledgeable … Continued
Register to attend IN-PERSON. A recording will be made available after the lecture on the Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures YouTube channel. In 1980, a record-breaking thunderstorm unleashed a disastrous amount of water on the tiny town of Brady’s Bend. In a mere forty minutes, the community was annihilated by a catastrophic flash flood. Residents ran for their … Continued
PA Medi assists Medicare beneficiaries and/or caregivers understand the complex coordination of the healthcare system regarding coverage and benefits. We also screen individuals to make sure they are not missing any cost savings programs available in Pennsylvania for their health coverage and prescription coverage needs.
Pollinators need our help. Both native bees and domestic bee populations are declining, affected by habitat loss, disease, and contact with pesticides. Penn State Extension Master Gardeners are taking action to protect pollinators by planting pollinator-friendly gardens and providing education for the gardening public. You can join this effort by providing food and habitat for … Continued
Navigating housing court can be an overwhelming experience for both landlords and tenants. This session takes a closer look at the duties expected of both parties and how to seek recourse if those obligations fall through. We will discuss how a case gets started, what actually happens inside the courtroom, and the evidence you need … Continued
The Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents lectures on Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, and regional history given by society members and guest speakers. This month, historian Dr. Eric Lief Davin presents ‘The Railroad Strike of 1877’.
Join the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD), Allegheny County Department of Human Services (ACDHS) and other community providers as they provide Narcan along with substance use and treatment information from local organizations. Participating organizations may include ACHD Overdose Prevention, ACHD Housing Program, DHS Drug & Alcohol, JADE Wellness, Three Rivers Youth, Positive Pathways, AHN Perinatal HOPE … Continued
Explore contemporary cultures of the Haudenosaunee people and their relationships with the natural world. Examine tools and hand-crafted objects to learn about unifying themes and unique beliefs across the Seneca, Cayuga, Onondaga, Oneida, Mohawk, and Tuscarora nations.
SAFE (Suicide Awareness For Everyone) Task Force is a program through the non-profit organization, NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness), comprised of individuals with lived experience, providers, and mental health advocates. The task force’s mission is to provide education and support to the community about suicide prevention, treatment, and postvention resources. For adults.
The Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents lectures on Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, and regional history given by society members and guest speakers. This month, LHS president Tom Powers and Lawrenceville historian Jim Wudarczyk present ‘Brewed in Iron City Park’.