Come join us to learn about the science behind oil spills, presented by Pittsburgh’s Department of Environmental Protection’s top biologist. Involves a presentation and hands-on activity!
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.
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.
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 a lively discussion on The Last Place You Look by Kristen Lepionka. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby and as an eBook on Hoopla. This event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.
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 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 Breaking Bread: Recipes and Stories from Immigrant Kitchens by Lynne Christy Anderson. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog.
Get ready to dig in, branch out, and GROW at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Summer Reading celebration! This year’s “Grow” theme is all about planting seeds of curiosity, watering your imagination, and watching your love of reading bloom all summer long. Whether you’re growing your knowledge, or growing into a reading superstar, join us for … Continued
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
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.
Learn the fundamentals of songwriting and try your hand at composing. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the second floor of CLP-Main.
Musical Sounds” is a lively workshop where young minds will learn the joy of musical expression! Through rhythmic games, instrument building and sound connection, you’ll experience making music led by Squonk’s Bassist “T-Funk” Tony Thomas. Join us and see, music is everywhere!
Join us for a lively discussion on Woodworking by Emily St. James. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby. This event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.
Learn multiple techniques for transferring an image onto fabric using simple tools such as light boxes, butcher paper, and a desktop printer. Ideal for quilters, menders, or anyone interested in experimenting with images and cloth – No experience necessary! Artist-In-Residence Vic Spindler-Fox is an environmental artist and field scientist from East Tennessee. Their artistic work … Continued
This facilitated group learning program will help kids learn about the history of flower symbolism in the LGBTQ community. Kids will have an opportunity to make paper versions of some of these flowers or make a bookmark using flower stickers. This event is part of our Pride 2026 programming.
Come join us to draw inspiration from the artwork and artists in our rare book collection, discover archival materials and how they can inspire your creativity, and enjoy a hands-on artistic activity. This program will take place on the third floor of CLP-Main.
We’ll use improvisational theatre, particularly Theatre of the Oppressed, as a rehearsal for practicing English in real-life situations, addressing challenges to speaking the language in new environments. Participants of all languages and theatre backgrounds are welcome in this fun and supportive space. REGISTER HERE. Please note: By clicking on the registration link, you will be … Continued
Get ready to dig in, branch out, and GROW at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Summer Reading celebration! This year’s “Grow” theme is all about planting seeds of curiosity, watering your imagination, and watching your love of reading bloom all summer long. Whether you’re growing your knowledge, or growing into a reading superstar, join us for … Continued
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.