UniSound presents Musical Instrument Petting Zoo
Join us for some musical fun! Learn how to hold and play strings and brass instruments and get answers to all your musical questions.
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CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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Playdate at the Library
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesChildren 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.
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Coffee + Connect
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us to enjoy some coffee and snacks and meet a representative from a local community organization to learn more about their services.
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Music @ Main: Gadget Playground
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Canceled Pittsburgh Writers’ Studio
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLet’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!
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesJoin 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.
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Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop
CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghThis 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
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore 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.
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Neighborhood Nonprofits: Squirrel Hill
FeaturedCLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLearn about the nonprofits in your neighborhood! Listen to local nonprofits around the Squirrel Hill area give short pitches about their work in your community. Then, stick around to mingle and make connections. This program will take place in the Meeting Room at CLP-Squirrel Hill.
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LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United StatesLDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Older students that are reading at levels may also be tutored. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches … Continued
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WORKshop: Career Ready
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe 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.
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Group Against Smog and Pollution presents Understanding Our Local Air Quality and How to Protect Yourself
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesGASP will delve into local sources of air pollution, talk about how air pollution impacts human and environmental health, and help folks understand how they can mitigate their exposure and protect themselves.
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Job and Career: Interviewing 101
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventInterviewing 101 is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in job interviews. Mastering the art of interviewing is crucial for landing your dream job regardless of how long you’ve been working. This class takes place online and in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor … Continued
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore 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.
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Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers and their caregivers will explore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacy skills in this 30 minute program. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers. Held in the nonfiction room in the children’s department.
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Tuesday Deluxe Edition Book Club
CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion of Good Dirt by Charmaine Wilkerson. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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PSO in the Library
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a performance with members of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.
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Library Lounge: Movie Matinee
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a movie screening of Jurassic World Rebirth.
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LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLDA of PA is excited to offer its Early Literacy Instruction program for students in kindergarten through second grade at CLP – Hill District and CLP – Brookline. Older students that are reading at levels may also be tutored. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches … Continued
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Teen Time: Black Inventors and Innovators STEM Challenge
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis Teen Time program will help teen participants explore the contributions of African American inventors. Teens will be given an assortment of items and use computational thinking to complete basic engineering projects inspired by African American engineers and inventors: marble maze, bridge, free building, and paper chain. This program is part of our Black History … Continued
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Kids Club – Ida B. Wells-Barnett
CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIda B. Wells was an African American journalist, an educator, a feminist and an anti-lynching civil rights leader. Through her journalism, she fought tirelessly for equal rights for women and Black Americans until her death in 1931. In this program, kids will learn about Wells’ impact and get their own chance to change their community … Continued
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Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers and their caregivers will explore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacy skills in this 30 minute program. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers.
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Teen Choice
CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
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Kids Club – Ernie Barnes
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesKids 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.
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Kids Choice
CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghChoose 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.
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Kids Choice
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesChoose 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.
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Teen Time: Quilting Black History
CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis Teen Time program will help teens learn about the history of quilting in Black culture, think about the importance of Black quilters in Black history, think about the role of art in expressing and preserving history in Black communities, and create a sewing project such a tea mat or a key fob. This program … Continued
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ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued
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Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for knitting and crocheting 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.
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University of Pittsburgh Writing Center presents Community Writing Center
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesTutors from the Pitt Writing Center are available to support your writing projects: from resumes to novels, emails to essays, and everything in between. No appointment necessary; drop-ins welcome!
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ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesProjectArt’s free classes run from September – May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-18; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist’s creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued
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Let’s Speak English
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Researching With Artificial Intelligence (AI)
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventIn this program, we’ll explore how artificial intelligence can streamline your research process, from gathering sources to organizing information and even generating ideas. This class takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main Library. Registration is recommended, walk ins welcome.
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Scribble House presents Literary Publishing 101: How to Get Creative Work Published
FeaturedCLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesA workshop to help creative writers publish books, stories, essays, and poems. Attendees will get advice and resources to find publishers, choose the right ones, and navigate the submission process.
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Mystery Book Club
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventJoin us for a lively discussion on Glory Be by Danielle Arceneaux. 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 available at the … Continued
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