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Kids Choice
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesChoose 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.
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Kids Club: Ernie Barnes
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesKids 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.
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Kids Club – Ernie Barnes
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesKids 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.
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Teen Choice
CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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
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Kids Club: Langston Hughes Collages
CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghLangston Hughes, known as the “King of Letters,” was a celebrated African American poet, playwright, and social activist. A Party for Langston, by Jason Reynolds, highlights the power of community and the importance of individual expression, which will encourage children to explore their own creativity. The book’s illustrations weave letters into the artwork, emphasizing the … Continued
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Kids Club: Ida B. Wells-Barnett
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIda B. Wells was an African American journalist, an educator, a feminist and an anti-lynching civil rights leader. Through her journalism, she fought tirelessly for equal rights for women and Black Americans until her death in 1931. In this program, kids will learn about Wells’ impact and get their own chance to change their community … Continued
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ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesProjectArt’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
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Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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University of Pittsburgh Writing Center presents Community Writing Center
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesTutors from the Pitt Writing Center are available to support your writing projects: from resumes to novels, emails to essays, and everything in between. No appointment necessary; drop-ins welcome!
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ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-18; 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
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Storytime: Pajama Storytime
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesCuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children ages birth to five years. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
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Book Club
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventJoin us for a lively discussion on American Sirens by Kevin Hazzard. Attendees are welcome to join in-person or virtually using the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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Book Club
CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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Japanese Stab Binding Workshop
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIf you’re a crafty book lover, we have an exciting workshop for you! Come join us for a cool bookmaking experience where you will learn how to sew your own book using a stab binding technique commonly known as Japanese binding. This unique bookbinding method features beautiful, exposed stitching patterns on the spine. We will … Continued
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Poetry Book Club
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion of poetry by Robert Creeley. Reading materials will be provided at the book club, all you have to bring is an open mind!
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Cookbook Club
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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 Good Catch: a Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood With Recipes From the World’s Oceans by Valentine Thomas.