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 a fun and engaging social program! This event will take place in the First Floor Graphic Novels 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.
Join us to practice your English-reading skills! We will read and discuss “I Pledge Allegiance to the Bag” by David Sedaris This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.
Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.
Social influence, social cognition, group dynamics, and social relationships. Key areas of study include understanding concepts such as conformity, obedience, attitudes and persuasion, prejudice and stereotypes, and the factors that drive aggression, attraction, and prosocial behavior (helping others). We can learn how to analyze our own and others’ behaviors, recognize the role of social situations … 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.
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.
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 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 Fun Home by Alison Bechdel. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook on Libby and as an eBook on Hoopla. This event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.
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/
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 knitting, crocheting, and other needlecrafting and fiber art 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.
Drop in to learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop, computer or other devices. At this informal help session you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First come, first served.
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
Pittsburgh based guitarist, composer, banjoist John Marcinizyn performs frequently as a soloist, and with multiple groups. His versatility as an acoustic and electric guitarist allows him to perform in many styles including classical, jazz, flamenco, rock, blues, and folk. John holds a Ph.D. in music composition and theory from the University of Pittsburgh and is … 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
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
Drop in to learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop, computer or other devices. At this informal help session you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First come, first served.
Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.
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 our Collections Care staff for a fun workshop where you will learn how to make paste paper, a simple historic decorative technique! This beautiful paper can be used as book covers, endpapers, wrapping paper, cards and more! This workshop will take place in Classroom A. Please come dressed to work with paint.
Join us each month for an event focused on electronic music production, featuring guest speakers, demonstrations and instruments on display. Afterwards, explore what’s available in our Musical Instrument Lending Library! This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the 2nd floor.
Let’s “freewrite” together! Use prompts and questions for reflection to spur writing, then share in a non-judgmental atmosphere. Leave with a new piece of writing you can work on later. Celebrate the joy of creating!