Connect with other Pittsburgh community members on a different theme each month with the Family & Local History Department. Bring stories, memorabilia, photos, or anything that showcases the parts of Black culture in Pittsburgh that you want to celebrate to this local history show and tell! You’ll have a chance to share stories, learn from … Continued
Join us for a movie screening of STAX: Soulsville, U.S.A.
Join Local Artist Cue Perry for a Black History Month themed art workshops for children K-5. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.K-5.
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 Director’s Office Conference Room.
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.
Kids will create a painting inspired by the artist Ernie Barnes. Ernie Barnes was an NFL star who followed his dreams and became one of the most influential visual artists of his generation. For kids in grades K-5. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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.
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.
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.
Join genealogy societies and libraries from Western Pennsylvania for help with your research and information about their collections. CLP’s Family & Local History Department and Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society have planned workshops for beginners and experts alike. Speakers for the day are: 1:00 pm Lineage Society Panel Discussion with WPGS First Families; Pittsburgh Chapter, National Society Daughters … Continued
Calling all zine and book-makers! It’s time to get together, share stories, build community, and make a zine! This workshop will allow you to work on your zine page, comic, or art book while chatting with other creators. We will have staplers, trimmers, drawing supplies, paper, adhesives, scissors, scraps, scanners, photocopies and more to support … Continued
In library card artist Cue Perry’s art class, kids and teens will discover the magic of creativity and self-expression through various drawling exercises, fundamentals of color theory and what the role of a visual artist is. This class fosters self-expression, confidence, and a lifelong love for the arts. Join us and let your creativity shine!
Come party silently with the Library on Sunday, February 22 from 2-4 pm at The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens. We’ll be hosting a Silent Reading Party as part of our Adult Winter Reading season in the auditorium of the art museum. Relax in one of the city’s most opulent settings to read a book, … Continued