Library Lounge: Coffee and Conversation
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a fun and engaging social program! This event will take place in the Graphic Novels Room.
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Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview 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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We Learn: Survival Japanese (Tourist to Beginner Level)
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesEnjoy learning the basics of the Japanese language and culture from a certified, native Japanese instructor. We will learn greetings, etiquette and manners, survival phrases for traveling to Japan, visiting interesting tourist locations, and ordering food and shopping. We will also learn reading and writing – Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, Emoji, Anime and Manga. Each session … Continued
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Let’s Speak English!
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, 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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Let’s Read English!
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us to practice your English-reading skills! We will read and discuss a the short story “Hello, My Name Is _____” by Jason Kim. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.
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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. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued
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Super Science: Weather
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesKids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about weather through a read aloud and hands-on activities.
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Homewood Library A Hidden Jewel: Celebrating 116 Years of Greatness
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesSpend an evening at our library. Enjoy light refreshments, live music, learn about the history of our library, take a library tour, learn about the upcoming renovation, and contribute via silent auction. Hosted by the Friends of Homewood Library. Purchase tickets at Dorsey Records, online at https://friendsofhomewood.eventbrite.com, or from a Friends of the Homewood Library … Continued
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 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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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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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, 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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Nonfiction Book Club
CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on What My Bones Know by Stephanie Foo. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook and eAudio on Libby. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.
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Canceled Little Artists
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesLittle 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.
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We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced Level
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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
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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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Postponed Grammy Sue presents Grammy Sue Sings!
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesGrammy Sue plays guitar and sings songs for children six and under. The songs range from nursery rhymes through modern children’s songs. Shows combine a concert, sing-along, and get-up-and-dance party!
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Animal Friends Therapet Visit
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCome 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/
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Community Scan Day
CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesScan 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. Carnegie … Continued
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Create and Connect: Fiber Arts
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for knitting, crocheting, and other needle crafting 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.
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We Learn: Korean Class – Intermediate Level
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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
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We Learn: Korean Class – Beginner Level
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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
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Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDrop 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.
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Canceled United Black Book Clubs of Pittsburgh presents Storytelling
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesSpecial guest storytellers and the community are invited to share their stories and experiences. The audience will decide who was the most descriptive storyteller. Everyone gets a prize. Light refreshments will be served.
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Book Club
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on Feeding Ghosts by Tessa Hulls. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. and as an eBook on Libby. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.
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Canceled Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDrop 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.
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Next Steps 101: Study Hall
CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDo you have SAT, ACT, or AP exams coming up? Bring your study materials and work alongside peers at this dedicated study session. Snacks will be provided, and library staff will be available to show you how to access CLP’s free online test prep and college admission resources. Teens are encouraged, but not required, to bring a laptop. For teens in grades 9-12.
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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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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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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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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: 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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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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Canceled United Steelworkers presents Your Rights and Labor Unions – Get the Facts
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThe American Labor Movement has been celebrated for more than 130 years. Interested in learning about where it stands now? Join us for this informative program about the role of unions in protecting your labor rights. Presented by the United Steelworkers.
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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. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued
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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. Pairing up to four students per tutor and utilizing multi-sensory reading tutoring techniques, this program teaches reading, spelling, and handwriting in fun, interactive, and multisensory ways. The … Continued
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Super Science: Animal Features and Adaptations
CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghKids in K-5th grade will have a chance to learn about animal features and adaptations through a read aloud and hands-on activities. This program is part of Remake Learning Days 2026.
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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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Allegheny Land Trust presents Nature Nearby: Gardening with Native Plants
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us in the South Wing Reading Room on the 2nd floor of Main Library as we explore the benefits to utilizing native plants in your landscape. Learn what native plants attract butterflies, bees, birds and other native wildlife.
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Storytime: Family Fun
CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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.
