Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion on Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and as an eAudio on Hoopla. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States
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Storytime: Pajama Storytime
CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children ages birth to five years. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
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Digital Skills
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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Preparation Workshop inspired by Octavia Butler’s ‘Parable of the Sower’ led by Jessica Gaynelle Moss
FeaturedCLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesPreparing a comprehensive emergency kit involves blending insights from both fictional and real-life survival strategies. This workshop draws on Octavia Butler’s Parable of the Sower alongside various extensive preparation lists to help you create and organize your own emergency supplies and strategies. Inspired by the spirit of Butler’s novel, we acknowledge the survival strategies created … Continued
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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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Music @ Main: Jazz Vinyl Listening Session from Our Pittsburgh Collection
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesEnjoy choice cuts from the deep legacy of Pittsburgh jazz recordings. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room.
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Create and Connect
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield 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: 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 – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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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Canceled 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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Huntington Bank presents Financial Literacy Made Easy
CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe will discuss general everyday financial situations the general public experiences and discuss common issues or oversights that cause undue pressure on people. We will also take questions from attendees and give general helpful insight.
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Davis Consulting Solutions Presents Community2Work: One-on-One Appointments
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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
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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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Canceled Let’s Speak English
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes 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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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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Canceled Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 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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Digital Skills: Getting Started with Microsoft Excel
CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLearn the basics of Excel, the spreadsheet software from Microsoft, which is one of the most commonly used tools for data analysis and visualization. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.
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Digital Skills: Android Device Basics
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLearn how to get the most out of your smartphone or tablet using Android, Google’s popular operating system used by most device manufacturers besides Apple. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.
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Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You?
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventIn this program, we’ll discuss the legal and logistical elements necessary to start a successful nonprofit and look at possible alternatives to starting a nonprofit that you might not have considered. This hybrid program takes place online or in the Nonprofit Resource Center on the second floor of CLP-Main.
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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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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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Kids Choice
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, 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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Kids Club: Ernie Barnes
CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 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 Club – Ernie Barnes
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 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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Teen Choice
CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway 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: Langston Hughes Collages
CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghLangston Hughes, known as the “King of Letters,” was a celebrated African American poet, playwright, and social activist. A Party for Langston, by Jason Reynolds, highlights the power of community and the importance of individual expression, which will encourage children to explore their own creativity. The book’s illustrations weave letters into the artwork, emphasizing the … Continued
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Kids Club: Ida B. Wells-Barnett
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview 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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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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Storytime: Pajama Storytime
CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesCuddle up with 30 minutes of stories, songs and action rhymes that develop early literacy skills in children ages birth to five years. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
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Book Club
CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHybrid EventJoin us for a lively discussion on American Sirens by Kevin Hazzard. Attendees are welcome to join in-person or virtually using the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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Book Club
CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.
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Japanese Stab Binding Workshop
CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIf you’re a crafty book lover, we have an exciting workshop for you! Come join us for a cool bookmaking experience where you will learn how to sew your own book using a stab binding technique commonly known as Japanese binding. This unique bookbinding method features beautiful, exposed stitching patterns on the spine. We will … Continued
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Poetry Book Club
CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion of poetry by Robert Creeley. Reading materials will be provided at the book club, all you have to bring is an open mind!
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Cookbook Club
CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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 Good Catch: a Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood With Recipes From the World’s Oceans by Valentine Thomas.
