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 Third Culture Cooking: Classic Recipes for A New Generation by Zaynab Issa. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook on … 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.
This is CLP Korean Class. We are happy to have you all in our We Learn group! Please do not hesitate to ask any questions about the group via email: junwonch@andrew.cmu.edu Advanced class (textbook 5 and 6): 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Intermediate class (textbook 3 and 4): 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm Beginner class (textbook … 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.
We will be bringing access to basic awareness and education regarding signs of exploitations and trafficking as well as aftercare and resources. It will be in a panel format with professionals from the field or in a simple presentation from with experts from our team.
In this free workshop, you bring a story and photos, mementos, or other collage-related items, and we’ll provide the supplies to create your own small book! Turn a favorite memory into a keepsake. Create a one-of-a-kind birthday or anniversary gift. Tell your stories of community and add to CLP’s digital collections. Participants may have their … Continued
Pollinators need our help. Both native bees and domestic bee populations are declining, affected by habitat loss, disease, and contact with pesticides. Penn State Extension Master Gardeners are taking action to protect pollinators by planting pollinator-friendly gardens and providing education for the gardening public. You can join this effort by providing food and habitat for … Continued
Inspire your creative spirit and feed your musical soul! KleZlectic specializes in klezmer music (Jewish soul and lively dance music), but also performs many other genres with favorites for everyone. Led by clarinetist Janice Coppola, their arrangements of new compositions and of even the more familiar, older melodies bring a 21st century appeal to the … Continued
Join us for a lively discussion on Noor by Nnedi Okorafor. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our Disability Pride Month 2026 programming.
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.
Ready to do some Summer Reading? Join us for a calm and quiet reading day. Our space will have sensory-friendly lighting and a selection of refreshments as well as book related crafts, such as bookmark making. Come to chat about recent reading or just to enjoy the space.
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.
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.
Enjoy choice cuts from the deep legacy of Pittsburgh jazz recordings. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room.
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.
Bring your questions about researching immigrant ancestors in Western PA and share what you’ve learned with other researchers with similar questions. Librarians will lead discussion, but this session is for researchers to help each other with suggestions and tips. This program takes place in the Family & Local History Department (3rd floor).
Ready to do some Summer Reading? Why not treat your s(h)elf to a book-lover’s party where you’re encouraged to read and discuss what you’re reading with other bibliophiles! Included is also an assortment of free refreshments to help fuel your reading stamina.
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.
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.
This interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration required with limited seats; experience not necessary. Please inform the library and class instructor of … 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.
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 songs, dancing, and more with musical guest Grammy Sue! For kids birth – age 6.
This is a one-on-one appointment with a Community2Work professional designed to assist those who are looking for assistance with resume preparation, professional development, business etiquette, job matching, and interview coaching services. These appointments will take place in Reference Study Room 1 on the second floor of CLP-Main Library. Call 412-622-3114 to book an appointment. If … Continued
During this program, teens will create their own sensory board. This program will help teens think about how some people’s feelings, emotions, and physical senses can be different from each other’s, and how we can respect these differences while still honoring our individual selves. The event is part of our Disability Pride 2026 programming.
We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor at the Main Library.
Join us for a lively discussion on Daredevil Epic Edition: A Touch of Typhoid (issues #253-270) by Ann Nocenti and John Romita Jr. This title is available as an eBook on Hoopla. This event is part of our Disability Pride Month 2026 programming.
The U.S. has a large skilled labor shortage right now which is expected to grow over the next decade. Many trade career paths have salaries above the median wage, without the high cost of a 4-year college degree. We’ll go over some of the various trade industry careers and local education and apprenticeship resources. This … 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 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.
