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  • A vinyl record being placed on a record player.

    Music at Main: Album Listening Club

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

    It’s like a book club, but for music! This month’s album is Lemonade by Beyoncé. We’ll play some tracks, talk about its history and share what the album means to us. Held in the North Wing Music Room.

  • Two elementary school students build a contraption.

    Squonk presents Rube Goldberg Workshop

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

    Unleash Your Creativity with Rube Goldberg Machines and Squonk! Join Squonkers Kadey Donitzen and Mia Taylor for Squonking in the Library Part 2, an exciting workshop where science meets art! Kids aged 6-13 will dive into the world of Rube Goldberg Machines, learning how to harness the flow of energy, using everyday objects, to create … Continued

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

    Social Security 101 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 … Continued

  • Books on Broadway Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

  • A historic photo of a celebratory crowd of Black people from the mid-20th century.

    Share Your Stories: Black Traditions and Culture

    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, 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

  • Popcorn in red cups and movie clapper board on an orange background.

    Canceled Library Lounge: Movie Matinee

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join us for a movie screening of STAX: Soulsville, U.S.A.

  • Photo of artist Cue Perry with lockers and graffiti in the background

    Cue Perry presents Black History Month Workshop

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

    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.

  • A hand presses a stamp into a wax seal on the back of a letter.

    Create and Connect – Wax Seal Letters

    Create and Connect
    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 Director’s Office Conference Room.

  • Group of adult friends in conversation

    Let’s Speak English

    Let’s Speak English
    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.

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

    Kids Club – Ernie Barnes

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

    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.

  • Close-up of a baby looking up and out of frame with both hands raised.

    Playdate at the Library

    Playdate at the Library
    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.

  • Young children of varying age stretch while sitting on a colorful mat during storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    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.

  • Three babies lie on the floor for Storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 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.

  • Genealogy family history theme with old family photos and documents.

    Genealogy Day 2026

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

    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

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  • Hands test the placement of a drawing to be included in a zine.

    Zine Hangout

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

    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

  • Photo of artist Cue Perry with lockers and graffiti in the background

    Cue Perry presents Arts Workshop for Kids

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

    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!