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  • A group of teenagers lounging around the teenspace, one playing with a ukulele and small amp.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12.

  • Toddlers and caregivers sit on floor for storytime

    Canceled Storytime: Pajama Storytime

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime
    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    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.

  • An overhead view of hands beading a friendship bracelet.

    Bria Petite presents Expressions Through Form: A Journey of Self-Expression in Jewelry Making

    Featured
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    In this hands-on workshop, participants will create meaningful pieces using polymer clay and beads—translating emotion, identity, and personal stories into wearable art. We’ll explore color, shape, texture, and symbolism as tools for creative reflection, while learning foundational techniques in polymer clay design. Whether you’re new to jewelry making or looking to deepen your creative practice, … Continued

    Free

  • We Learn: Memoir and Creative Writing

    We Learn: Memoir and Creative Writing
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Students will engage in writing from prompts and learn about what makes a good memoir. They will also have the opportunity to read famous memoirs from published authors. Students will be prompted to write a narrative story and get in class feedback from fellow students. Could be a novel, a script, or work of non-fiction. … Continued

  • Babies and toddlers play with a spread of toys on the library floor.

    Playdate at the Library

    Playdate at the Library
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, 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

  • Cookbook Club

    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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 The Food Lab by J. Kenji López-Alt. This title is available for checkout on our Catalog, as an eBook on Libby and as an … Continued

  • An adult holds an infant on their lap during storytime.

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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.

  • Mother kisses smiling baby in the Library

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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.

  • Parent reads book to child

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, 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.

  • Caregivers and young children sit on the floor for storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    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.

  • Caregivers and young children sit on the floor for storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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.

  • A person shares a document with another during a meeting.

    Career Counseling with JFCS

    Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Career counselors from Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) will be at Main Library to give their expert guidance and provide personal attention every step of the way. Whether you are seeking employment or a career change, they will help you to explore your options, define your objectives and develop the strategy and tools required … Continued

  • Two young children, about two and four, enjoy a puppet show.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Preschool Pals
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, 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.

  • Close up unrecognizable young multiracial people sitting in line on sofa with paper documents waiting for job interview.

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

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

    Set up a plan for your online job search! Learn about major job search websites and gain insight into the online application process.

  • parent and young child clap along to storytime

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

    Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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.

  • Book Club

    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for a lively discussion on A Living Remedy by Nicole Chung. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook on Libby, and as an eBook and eAudio on Hoopla. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • A middle-aged adult raises their hand during a workshop presentation.

    Job and Career – WORKshop: Career Ready

    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. First come, first served.

    Free
  • A teenager arranges camera equipment in a library lab.

    Teen Choice: Digital Art Kit

    Teen Choice
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the Digital Art Labs Kit. Get creative on an iPad with an Apple Pencil! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • Colorful beads on a string are held up by a child.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Choose 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.

  • Close-up of two hands holding a circular piture from an anime as teens participate in the button-making activity at the 2018 Teen Awards in the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's Main Library on Saturday Aug. 11, 2018, in Oakland.

    Teen Time: Wasōbon: Japanese Book Binding

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens think about the contributions of Chinese and Japanese ancient traditions into book binding and bookmaking and learn how to create a notebook using the 4-hole Japanese book binding technique. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Four teens huddle together to discuss a trivia answer during a library program.

    Teen Time: Shadow Puppet Dragons

    Teen Time
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This Teen Time program will help teens explore the cultural significance of dragons in various Asian traditions and learn about a form of entertainment that dates back centuries in Chinese culture. Teens will learn about traditional Chinese shadow plays and make their own moveable shadow puppet dragon. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage … Continued

  • Teen Choice: DSLR Camera Kit

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join us for a special Teen Choice where you can explore the DSLR Camera Labs Kit. Use a high quality DSLR camera to take amazing pictures! For teens in grades 6-12. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • A young child looks very focused during science class while they mix liquids.

    Super Science: Physics

    Super Science
    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about physics through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.

  • Two elementary school age children are building a project together at their public library.

    Kids Club: Astronaut Kalpana Chawla

    Kids Club
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Kids will learn about astronaut Kalpana Chawla and her legacy as the first woman of Indian descent in space. They will then design their own NASA mission patch, drawing inspiration from their own life and interests to create a unique design. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Two elementary school age children are building a project together at their public library.

    Kids Club: Khalil Gibran Found Poetry

    Kids Club
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    In this program, kids will learn about Lebanese American poet Khalil Gibran and create their own found poem using words from his poems. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Children play with large building blocks in the library.

    Kids Club

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

    The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Elementary school children build 3D models using recycled materials during class.

    Kids Choice

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

    Choose 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.

  • A high school student in works on robot in after school engineering club.

    Teen Time: Jade Snow Wong-Inspired Ceramics

    Teen Time
    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This Teen Time program will help teens learn the history of and significance of ceramics in AANHPI culture, focusing on the work of Chinese American ceramicist Jade Snow Wong, while also learning how to make pottery with air-dry clay. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

  • Page Turners Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on America Is Not the Heart by Elaine Castillo. This book discussion is a hybrid event. You can join in person in the Director’s Office Conference Room on the first floor, or virtually using the link provided in your registration confirmation email. Some copies of the title will be … Continued

    Free
  • A smiling adult during a one-on-one meeting with a librarian.

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Set up a plan for your online job search! Learn about major job search websites and gain insight into the online application process.

  • Two electrical engineers examine a microchip and its specifications.

    Job and Career: Career Cruising

    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Learn more about different career fields that interest you! CLP offers resources to help you explore careers and navigate career transitions.

  • Cookbook Club

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

    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 Aloha Kitchen by Alana Kysar. This program will take place in the Oversized Books Room on the second floor. This title is available for … Continued

  • Mature senior adult sitting on floor of living room practicing guided meditation at home, with eyes closed and headphones on.

    Meditation with a Monk

    Meditation with a Monk
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for an hour long meditation program that explores techniques for relaxing the body and calming the mind, while also cultivating mindfulness, loving kindness, and equanimity. No equipment or previous experience required. Come as you are. For Adults.

  • A couple and their baby look through a family photo album together.

    Bring Your Family Treasures

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

    Bring in a few items from your cherished family collection and our preservation staff will provide one on one expert care tips.

    Free
  • silhouette of woman with hands on wall made up of computer network

    Postponed Civics Lecture Series: Monsters, Bots, and Misinformation

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

    As technology and information spread faster than ever, media and scientific literacy are increasingly critical. This multi‑speaker symposium, presented with CivicCLP, examines the real‑world impacts of misinformation and flawed data. Speakers reflect on how misleading information shapes public understanding, professional practice, and the way scientific ideas drift from their original research. This event will take … Continued

    Free
  • Toddlers playing with shaker eggs during storytime.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    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.

  • Librarian holding a stuffed animal for a baby to touch.

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime

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

    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.

  • Group of people sitting on a seminar. They have their hand raised.

    CLP-Homewood Renovation Community Session

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Please join us for another informational meeting about the upcoming renovation of CLP-Homewood. We will review a draft of the plans and have time for discussion. Come share your feedback and ask questions about the plans to keep this historic building functioning for generations to come.