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  • A child, about six, builds with blocks on the floor of the children's section of the library.

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview 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.

  • Two teenagers laugh together.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join 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

  • Child, about seven, watching experiments with colored liquids outside.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Children play with large building blocks in the library.

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

    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.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on Take What You Need by Idra Novey. 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 and as an eAudio on Libby.

    Free
  • Three babies lie on the floor for Storytime.

    Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshop: Race, Reading and Young Children

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    An interactive introduction to the importance of racial representation in children’s literature. Participants will learn to identify books that can encourage positive racial identity development for children of color. Presented on Teams. Attendees will receive 1 hour of PQAS credit.

    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

  • Toddler playing with scarf in a storytime circle.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, 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.

  • Parents and caregivers dance with small children during storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield 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 of a teenager leaning over a table as they write.

    Teen Choice

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

    Join 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

  • Adult and child in conversation at a table.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    LDA 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

  • An adult helps a child, about four, with reading skills in teh library.

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring

    LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    LDA 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

  • Close-cropped image of children reaching to share a palette of watercolor paints.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 4-7

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 4-7
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • A smiling teen reads in the TeenSpace.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Join 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

  • Teacher instructing three children, ages 8-14, demonstrating how carbon dioxide increases temperature in a plastic bottle.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.

  • Scanning old photos using a small portable scanner. A hand puts a photo in the scanner. A stack of black and white photos next to each other on the table.

    Community Scan Day

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

    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

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • Two siblings, about 5 and 8, read together in a cubby in the children's section of the library. The older child is wearing sensory headphones.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes 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.

  • Group of adult friends in conversation

    Let’s Speak English

    Let’s Speak English
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the second floor This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

  • A young child, about two, sits on their caregivers lap during a crowded storytime.

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk 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.

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 8-12

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 8-12
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • A teenager helps a child, about ten, pour paint for a craft project.

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 8-12

    ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 8-12
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    ProjectArt’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

  • Toddlers and caregivers sit on floor for storytime

    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.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Closeup of an unrecognizable adult doing a reading of their blood pressure with a blood pressure monitor while being seated on a couch at home.

    Duquesne University’s Center for Integrative Health presents Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program

    Duquesne University’s Center for Integrative Health presents Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United States

    Duquesne University’s Center for Integrative Health, in partnership with the Carnegie Library in Hazelwood and the American Heart Association, is proud to offer Hazelwood residents the opportunity to attend a free, in-person Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program. Sponsored by the American Heart Association, the Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program is an evidence-based hypertension management program which introduces … Continued

  • 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.

  • A volunteer holding a clipboard welcomes someone carrying a brown paper bag.

    Job and Career: Interviewing 101

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

    Master the art of interviewing! Learn the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in job interviews and land your dream job.

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

    Kids Club

    Kids Club
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run 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.

  • A tween smiles at friends during a library program.

    Teen Choice

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

    Join 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

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

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, 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.

  • 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.

  • Crop of incognito child, about eight, working on project, hands taking colorful parts. Concept of science engineering.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway 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.

  • Three teens crowd around a poster on display in the library, pointing out different aspects to one another.

    Teen Choice

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

    Join 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

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

    Preserve Your Family Collections

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

    Preserve your past! Join our preservation team to learn how to care for family photos, letters, books and more. This hybrid program will take place in person in the Family & Local History Department (3rd floor) and online on Teams.

    Free
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • An audience of young adults listen to a presentation by an unseen speaker in a library.

    Local Author Marianne Novy presents Adoption Memoirs: Inside Stories

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

    Local author Marianne Novy will discuss her book, Adoption Memoirs: Inside Stories, which compares and contrasts 45 published memoirs by adoptees, adoptive parents, and birth mothers. Cases she discusses are mostly from 21st century adoptions in the United States, both same-race and transracial.

  • Author Adriana Ramirez next to cover of her book, The Violence

    Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures “Made Local” – Adriana Ramírez

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

    Register to attend IN-PERSON or ONLINE. A powerful chronicle of Colombia’s descent into decades of civil war through the lens of an intimate, multi-generational tale of upheaval and betrayal. When presumed president-elect Jorge Eliécer Gaitán, champion of the working class and harbinger of a new era of progressive social change, is assassinated on the eve … Continued