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  • Children play with large building blocks in the library.

    Kids Club

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    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway 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.

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

    Kids Choice

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    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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.

  • A high school student in works on robot in after school engineering club.

    Teen Time: Jade Snow Wong-Inspired Ceramics

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens learn the history of and significance of ceramics in AANHPI culture, focusing on the work of Chinese American ceramicist Jade Snow Wong, while also learning how to make pottery with air-dry clay. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Page Turners Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on America Is Not the Heart by Elaine Castillo. This book discussion is a hybrid event. You can join in person in the Director’s Office Conference Room on the first floor, or virtually using the link provided in your registration confirmation email. Some copies of the title will be … Continued

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  • A smiling adult during a one-on-one meeting with a librarian.

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

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

    Set up a plan for your online job search! Learn about major job search websites and gain insight into the online application process.

  • Two electrical engineers examine a microchip and its specifications.

    Job and Career: Career Cruising

    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Learn more about different career fields that interest you! CLP offers resources to help you explore careers and navigate career transitions.

  • Cookbook Club

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

    Join us for a new cookbook club with the Library! At select CLP locations, we will talk cookbooks, share stories and cultures and explore all things culinary. This month will feature Aloha Kitchen by Alana Kysar. This program will take place in the Oversized Books Room on the second floor. This title is available for … Continued

  • Mature senior adult sitting on floor of living room practicing guided meditation at home, with eyes closed and headphones on.

    Meditation with a Monk

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    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for an hour long meditation program that explores techniques for relaxing the body and calming the mind, while also cultivating mindfulness, loving kindness, and equanimity. No equipment or previous experience required. Come as you are. For Adults.

  • A couple and their baby look through a family photo album together.

    Bring Your Family Treasures

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

    Bring in a few items from your cherished family collection and our preservation staff will provide one on one expert care tips.

    Free
  • silhouette of woman with hands on wall made up of computer network

    Postponed Civics Lecture Series: Monsters, Bots, and Misinformation

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

    As technology and information spread faster than ever, media and scientific literacy are increasingly critical. This multi‑speaker symposium, presented with CivicCLP, examines the real‑world impacts of misinformation and flawed data. Speakers reflect on how misleading information shapes public understanding, professional practice, and the way scientific ideas drift from their original research. This event will take … Continued

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  • Toddlers playing with shaker eggs during storytime.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    Cuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Librarian holding a stuffed animal for a baby to touch.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    Cuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Group of people sitting on a seminar. They have their hand raised.

    CLP-Homewood Renovation Community Session

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    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.

  • Two smiling adults shake hands in front of an open door.

    Canceled Neighborhood Nonprofits: Downtown

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

    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.

  • Close up image on children using different colours in art class, shallow depth of field

    Little Artists

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    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Children learn and grow through art! Little Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers and a time to explore colors, shapes, textures, and materials. To encourage open experimentation and self-expression, this program focuses on the process of creation rather than the finished product. Exploration can get messy, so dress accordingly. For … Continued

  • Artists' paintbrushes of various sizes, bristle ends up, in cups.

    Little Artists

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

    Little Artists is a sensory experience for experimenting and exploring colors, shapes, textures, and materials. Exploration can get messy, so dress accordingly. For children birth to 5 years and their caregivers.

  • We Learn: Survival Japanese (Tourist to Beginner Level)

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

    Enjoy learning the basics of the Japanese language and culture from a certified, native Japanese instructor. We will learn greetings, etiquette and manners, survival phrases for traveling to Japan, visiting interesting tourist locations, and ordering food and shopping. We will also learn reading and writing – Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, Emoji, Anime and Manga. Each session … Continued

  • Group of modern immigrant students learning irregular verbs of English Language in an ESL class.

    Let’s Speak English!

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

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.             

  • Scanning old photos using a small portable scanner. A hand puts a photo in the scanner. A stack of black and white photos next to each other on the table.

    Community Scan Day

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

    Scan your old photographs, documents, slides, and more for free at Community Scan Day! Staff will teach you how to use a portable scanner to digitize your items at CLP locations. If you’d like to donate digital copies to the CLP Digital Community Collection, a staff member will walk you through the donation process. Appointments … Continued

  • An adult helps a child, about four, with reading skills in teh library.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • Three elementary school students working on small robotic projects in science lab.

    Kids Club: Ruth Asawa Sculptures

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    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Ruth Asawa combined her observations of nature with things she learned in hardship to create unique art that inspired many other artists. Children will learn about Asawa’s life and how her experiences with racism and sexism shaped her work as they create their own sculpture inspired by Ruth Asawa’s work. This event is part of … Continued

  • A set of dice sitting on a table next to a purple velvet sack and notebook.

    Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming

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

    Join us to meet other game enthusiasts and play tabletop games! We’ll have some games to choose from, or you can bring one to share.

  • We Learn: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Using Python and R Programming

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    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This We Learn group is facilitated by Yong Myoung. I’m currently articulating my research in machine learning by using Python and R as tools. We’ll have a common platform which we can discuss: case example including data sets; beside that we’ll follow online learning platform, Data Science: Machine Learning, before we meet up. We’ll use … Continued

  • Two small children play with scarves during storytime with their caregivers.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Caregivers and young children sit on the floor for storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Artists' paintbrushes of various sizes, bristle ends up, in cups.

    Little Artists

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Little Artists is a sensory experience for experimenting and exploring colors, shapes, textures, and materials. Exploration can get messy, so dress accordingly. For children birth to 5 years and their caregivers.

  • Image of a hand holding various colored and shaped role-playing dice

    Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming

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    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to meet other game enthusiasts and play tabletop games! We’ll have some games to choose from, or you can bring one to share. Several of our games also have Spanish-language rulebooks available.

  • Books on Broadway Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on White Chrysanthemum by Mary Lynn Bracht. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Lemons and herbs in a bowl next to a glass bottle filled with lemon, herbs, and water.

    Postponed Community Cultures presents Wild Herbal Sodas

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

    Learn how to extract medicinal properties from herbs and turn them into delicious fermented sodas. This demo-based program is great for anyone interested in diving deeper into fermentation, herbs, and nutrition.

  • Black and white image of people on a wooden roller coaster at Kennywood.

    Share Your Stories: Summers in Pittsburgh

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

    Connect with other Pittsburgh community members on a different theme each month with the Family & Local History Department. Bring stories, memorabilia, photos, and all things summer to this local history show and tell! You’ll have a chance to share stories, learn from others, and find out how you can share your memories with the … Continued

  • Group of adults sitting in a circle in conversation

    Let’s Speak English

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

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

  • A senior adult pets a golden retriever.

    Animal Friends Therapet Visit

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    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Come by the location to visit with a certified Therapet! These pets have undergone special training to provide comfort and affection, and are certified through Animal Friends’ Therapets program. All ages are welcome. Animal Friends has lots of programs for families, youth and educators. Check out their other programs here https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/our-programs/for-kids-and-teens/

  • A book lays open on a table with some of the pages folded back to make a heart

    Create and Connect- Paper Hearts

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    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 Graphic Novels Room.

  • The diverse group listens attentively as a young adult shares.

    Let’s Speak English

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

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

  • A mature couple sits together on a sofa sharing a laptop as they plan finances, retirement funding and investment or asset management at home.

    AARP Pennsylvania presents Social Security 101

    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    Do you understand how Social Security works? Have you wondered who is eligible for Social Security payments? Join AARP’s free Understanding Social Security workshop. This workshop focuses on building a basic understanding of Social Security, exploring how claiming decisions affect payments and identifying resources that can help you along the way. It can help you … Continued

  • Two children look out of frame during a library program.

    Kids Club: Astronaut Kalpana Chawla

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

    Kids will learn about astronaut Kalpana Chawla and her legacy as the first woman of Indian descent in space. They will then design their own NASA mission patch, drawing inspiration from their own life and interests to create a unique design. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Librarian leads children in storytime

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Excited toddler playing with blocks

    Playdate at the Library

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

    Children learn and grow through family play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community; enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children’s space; and connect with Children’s Services staff. For children birth to 5 years and their caregivers.

  • Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on Stay True by Hua Hsu. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby.

  • Two young children, about two and four, enjoy a puppet show.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • A young adult paints at an easel while a caretaker watches in the background.

    Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop

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    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

  • parent and young child clap along to storytime

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

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

    Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.

  • A caregiver holds their young child, about four, among other children during an outdoor storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • A young child, about two, sits on their caregivers lap during a crowded storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Adult and child in conversation at a table.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • An adult helps a child, about four, with reading skills in teh library.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • Two office workers reviewing a printed out resume

    WORKshop: Career Ready

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

    We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor at the Main Library.

  • Teen Time: Wasōbon: Japanese Book Binding

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens think about the contributions of Chinese and Japanese ancient traditions into book binding and bookmaking and learn how to create a notebook using the 4-hole Japanese book binding technique. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Babies and toddlers snuggling with caregivers

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    Cuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • A healthcare nurse shows a mature adult a home healthcare brochure.

    Job and Career

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

    You’ve got skills! Learn to navigate career change by recognizing the value of your existing skills and how they can be transferred to new opportunities.

  • Child, about seven, watching experiments with colored liquids outside.

    Super Science: Birds

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    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about birds through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • A smiling adult during a one-on-one meeting with a librarian.

    Job and Career: Breaking Down Job Benefits

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

    In this class, we’ll explore the key benefits that come with employment, from retirement plans and healthcare coverage to paid time off and other valuable perks. Gain a clearer understanding of how these benefits work, how to make the most of them, and why they’re an important part of your overall compensation package. This program … Continued

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  • Toddlers playing with shaker eggs during storytime.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    Cuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Toddler holding ball on caregiver's lap for storytime

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • A caregiver sits with a baby in a sunhat during an outdoor storytime.

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

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    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.

  • A small child and their caregiver do gestures to accompany a rhyme during storytime.

    Storytime: Preschool Pals

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

    Preschoolers and their caregivers will explore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacy skills in this 30 minute program. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers. Held in the nonfiction room in the children’s department.

  • Two children and two adults participate in storytime

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Caregivers hold young children on their laps during a puppet show.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Three small children look through a basket of shaker eggs the librarian offers them.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Person providing assistance at computer

    Introduction to Online and Social Media Marketing

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

    Join us as we take a look at digital marketing. In this program, we will discuss topics such as building a brand identity, discovering your ideal customer, choosing a platform, search engine optimization, and more. This program takes place in the JCEC Room on the 2nd floor of the Main Library.

    Free
  • A middle-aged adult raises their hand during a workshop presentation.

    Introduction to Project Budgets

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

    Every grant proposal needs to take budget preparation into account. We’ll cover how to estimate the realistic cost of a project, compiling both financial elements and the budget narrative, and gathering the other financial documents required when submitting a proposal. This hybrid program takes place online or in the Nonprofit Resource Center on the second … Continued

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  • An adult helps a child, about four, with reading skills in teh library.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • A young adult shakes hands with an interviewer.

    Spring Job Fair

    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Job Fair participants will have the opportunity to speak with hiring representatives from restaurants, banking, utility work and other employers, along with community resource organizations to provide information about opportunities and available services.

  • A child plays jenga in the library.

    Kids Club

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    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.

  • Three young teenagers pose together at a library event.

    Teen Time: Korean Schoolyard Games

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

    This Teen Time program will give participants a chance to play some popular Korean schoolyard games and learn to appreciate a different culture and values. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Selective focus of hands using building kit for kids, creating toys.

    Super Science: Forces of Flight

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

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about forces of flight through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • A group of teenagers lounging around the teenspace, one playing with a ukulele and small amp.

    Teen Time: Wasōbon: Japanese Book Binding

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens think about the contributions of Chinese and Japanese ancient traditions into book binding and bookmaking and learn how to create a notebook using the 4-hole Japanese book binding technique. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • kids being read to at a storytime

    Storytime: Preschool Pals

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

    Preschoolers and their caregivers will explore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacy skills in this 30 minute program. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers.

  • Teen Choice

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    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

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

    Super Science: Electricity

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    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about electricity through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • Happy elementary students build a robotic vehicle together.

    Super Science: Birds

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

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about birds through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

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

    Kids Club: Astronaut Kalpana Chawla

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Kids will learn about astronaut Kalpana Chawla and her legacy as the first woman of Indian descent in space. They will then design their own NASA mission patch, drawing inspiration from their own life and interests to create a unique design. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Two elementary school age children are building a project together at their public library.

    Kids Club: Astronaut Kalpana Chawla

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

    Kids will learn about astronaut Kalpana Chawla and her legacy as the first woman of Indian descent in space. They will then design their own NASA mission patch, drawing inspiration from their own life and interests to create a unique design. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Pittsburgh Water presents Meet Your Watershed

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

    Join us as we use a hands-on model to learn about our watershed, sewer systems, and stormwater and discover easy things you can do to protect our rivers! Recommended for kids in grades K-5.

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

    Kids Choice

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    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.

  • Child, about seven, watching experiments with colored liquids outside.

    Super Science: Oceans

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    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about oceans through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

  • Group of senior friends women knitting at home

    Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet

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    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.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7

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

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

  • Woman sewing a heart shape ornament

    Create and Connect

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    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.

  • The diverse group listens attentively as a young adult shares.

    Evaluating Sources

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

    Whether you’re researching for personal projects or everyday decisions, this program will equip you with the tools to separate fact from fiction. This class takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor of CLP-Main Library.

    Free
  • An audience of young adults listen to a presentation by an unseen speaker in a library.

    Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents KDKA: Creating Radio

    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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’.

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

    Kids Club

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    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.

  • A child, about eight, strings beads together for a bracelet.

    Kids Club: Ruth Asawa Sculptures

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

    Ruth Asawa combined her observations of nature with things she learned in hardship to create unique art that inspired many other artists. Children will learn about Asawa’s life and how her experiences with racism and sexism shaped her work as they create their own sculpture inspired by Ruth Asawa’s work. This event is part of … Continued

  • Toddler playing with scarf in a storytime circle.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Parents and caregivers dance with small children during storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on Hula by Jasmin ‘Iolani Hakes. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eAudio on Libby and as an eBook and eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.  

  • Close-up of a teenager leaning over a table as they write.

    Teen Choice: Stop-Motion Kit

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

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the Stop-Motion Labs Kit. Create a stop-motion video or record a video! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.  

  • Adult and child in conversation at a table.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • An adult helps a child, about four, with reading skills in teh library.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

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

    LDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued

  • Teen Choice

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    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

  • Two teens sit together in the TeenSpace.

    Teen Time: AANHPI Poetry

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens gain understanding of the variety of poetic forms that exist across AANHPI cultures and learn about the rules and structures needed to create these poetic forms. Teens will express themselves through poetry during this program. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Close-up of three teenage boys, around 13, sit together in the library.

    Teen Choice: Digital Art Kit

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    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the Digital Art Labs Kit. Get creative on an iPad with an Apple Pencil! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • Close-cropped image of children reaching to share a palette of watercolor paints.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 4-7

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

  • A teenager smiles at their friends during a game of trivia.

    Teen Choice: DSLR Camera Kit

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

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the DSLR Camera Labs Kit. Use a high quality DSLR camera to take amazing pictures! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026. 

  • A smiling teen reads in the TeenSpace.

    Teen Choice: Labs Kit Playground

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore all of the Labs Kits. Make something using the Music Kit, Digital Art Kit, Stop-Motion Kit, Robotics Kit, DSLR Camera Kit, or the Cricuit Kit! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

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

    Kids Club: Astronaut Kalpana Chawla

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

    Kids will learn about astronaut Kalpana Chawla and her legacy as the first woman of Indian descent in space. They will then design their own NASA mission patch, drawing inspiration from their own life and interests to create a unique design. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7

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

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

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

    Kids Club

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    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.

  • Two hand-bound books with patterned covers and thick binding stacked on a table.

    Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse presents Bookbinding/Journal Making

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

    Flex your creativity and resourcefulness with Creative Reuse! Explore an array of unique reused materials and learn how to create beautiful works of art, craft projects, and anything you can dream up while saving useful materials from the landfill.

  • Group of adult friends in conversation

    Let’s Speak English

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

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the second floor This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

  • A young child, about two, sits on their caregivers lap during a crowded storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

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    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 8-12

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

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 8-12

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    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued

  • Award Winners Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on Same Bed Different Dreams by Ed Park. This book discussion is a hybrid event. You can join in person in the Director’s Office Conference Room on the first floor, or virtually using the link provided in your registration confirmation email. Some copies of the title will be available … Continued

    Free
  • A legal pad with hand-written notes resting on top of a laptop keyboard next to open books.

    Local Writer Cal Paule presents Riot! A Science Fiction Workshop – World Building for Times of Change

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

    A creative writing workshop focused on the art of worldbuilding in Science Fiction! We’ll learn about the craft of worldbuilding, constructing unique and immersive worlds within the Sci-Fi genre! Questions we will consider include: How do you manage time in a short story? How do you give your reader a sense of history, place, social … Continued

  • Teens and library staff cut images out of magazines to create buttons.

    Teen Choice: Cricut

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

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the Cricuit Labs Kit. Precision-cut intricate designs onto materials like paper, cardstock and vinyl! For teens in grades 6-12.

  • The diverse group listens attentively as a young adult shares.

    Nonprofit Networking

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

    Grow your network, connect with other Pittsburgh nonprofits, and learn about CLP’s resources for nonprofits. This monthly drop-in event takes place in the South Wing Reading Room on the second floor of CLP-Main.  

  • Colored pencils in a circle with their tips in the middle

    Create and Connect

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    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.

  • Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on The Fortunes of Jaded Women: a Novel by Carolyn Huynh. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Group of modern immigrant students learning irregular verbs of English Language in an ESL class.

    Let’s Speak English

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    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

  • A person takes notes during an interview.

    Job and Career: Interviewing 101

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States
    Hybrid Event

    Master the art of interviewing! Learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in job interviews and land your dream job.

    Free
  • Toddlers sitting with caregivers during storytime.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    Cuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

  • Babies and toddlers play with a spread of toys on the library floor.

    Playdate at the Library

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

    Children learn and grow through family play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community; enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children’s space; and connect with Children’s Services staff. For children birth to 5 years and their caregivers