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  • A teenager shades a drawing in a sketchbook.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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.

  • Close-up of a teenager taking a selfie.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, 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

  • Two kindergarten student paint in class. background.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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.

  • Smiling high school student is studying alone in the library.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal 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.

  • A child plays jenga in the library.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, 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 young woman draws with paints with a brush, close-up.

    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

  • Teen reclining on a couch while wearing headphones and using a laptop.

    Teen Time: Alma Woodsy Thomas

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

    This Teen Time program will help teens learn about trailblazer Alma Woodsey Thomas and her powerful form of abstract painting. Teens will be encouraged to take inspiration from their own experiences, environment, and feelings to create a painting using a similar art style. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

  • Overhead shot of a child sketching on a blank piece of paper.

    Kids Club: Ernie Barnes

    Kids Club
    CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Kids 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.

  • Two children at table smiling as they draw in pencil

    Kids Club: Ida B. Wells-Barnett

    Kids Club
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Ida 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

  • A young woman draws with paints with a brush, close-up.

    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

  • Close up image on children using different colours in art class, shallow depth of field

    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.

  • Close-up of a smiling person at a crowded table during a library event.

    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.

  • Close-up of a teenager's laughing face during Battle of the Books.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second 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.

  • Toddlers sitting with caregivers during 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 young woman draws with paints with a brush, close-up.

    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 young woman draws with paints with a brush, close-up.

    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

  • Three teens doing craft together

    Teen Time: Black Stories Trivia

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

    Black Stories Trivia is a casual or competitive trivia game with questions that are specifically themed around stories, media, and art produced by Black creators and artists. This Teen Time program will help teens know the vast array of Black voices that exist and express themselves through a variety of different mediums and styles. This … Continued

  • Canceled Pittsburgh Water presents Meet Your Watershed

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

    Join us as we use a hands-on model to learn about our watershed, sewer systems, and stormwater and discover easy things you can do to protect our rivers! Recommended for kids in grades K-5.

  • Genealogy family history theme with old family photos and documents.

    Genealogy Resources on HistoricPittsburgh.org

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Learn how to research your Pittsburgh ancestors from home! Join us to learn how to use HistoricPittsburgh.org. Registration is required for this virtual event.

    Free
  • Photo of artist Bria Petite next to a photo of a man leaving against a train car covered in bright graffiti

    What We See: Collaging Reflections through Photos and Illustration

    CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Celebrate Black History Month with former CLP Artist in Residence Bria Petite in What We See, a community-based workshop, that invites participants to reflect on identity, memory, and shared experiences through the art of collage and illustration. Using personal photos, found imagery to cut out, and expressive drawing, we’ll explore how to piece together visual … Continued

  • Logo for "We Learn" and the tagline "We help. We guide. We Learn."

    We Learn: Social Psychology

    We Learn: Social Psychology
    CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Social influence, social cognition, group dynamics, and social relationships. Key areas of study include understanding concepts such as conformity, obedience, attitudes and persuasion, prejudice and stereotypes, and the factors that drive aggression, attraction, and prosocial behavior (helping others). We can learn how to analyze our own and others’ behaviors, recognize the role of social situations … Continued

  • 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 Cooking with Mushrooms by Andrea Gentl.

  • A toddler plays with a busy board which has gadgets like gears, cords, and handles.

    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.

  • A child, about three, holds a balloon while watching a storytime presentation.

    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.

  • Three small children look through a basket of shaker eggs the librarian offers them.

    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.

  • Parents and caregivers dance with small children during 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.

  • A caregiver sits with a baby in a sunhat during an outdoor 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.

  • Baby and caregiver playing with scarves.

    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 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

  • A group of children, between three and five, listen to a storytime presentation.

    Storytime: Preschool Pals

    Storytime: Preschool Pals
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Preschoolers 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.

  • One person instructing another at computer

    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.

    Free
  • A caregiver sits with a baby in a sunhat during an outdoor 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 of The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

  • An employee reviews information in a meeting with their colleague.

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, 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.

    Free
  • Two adults sharing a laptop

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, 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.

    Free
  • A man in a one-on-one meeting.

    CLP Job Fair

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

    Come meet with representatives from the Library and learn about current open positions (Custodial, Security, Youth Services, Customer Services, Administrative), participate in an onsite interview, review your resume and learn about the hiring process.

  • A smiling teen reads in the TeenSpace.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, 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

  • Teens conducting an interview with microphone at CLP - East Liberty

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, 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

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

    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.

  • Teenager typing on a desktop keyboard

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, 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.

  • A librarian helps two children use a 3d printer in the library.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, 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.

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

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run 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.

  • Two children at table smiling as they draw in pencil

    Kids Club: Ida B. Wells-Barnett

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

    Ida 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

  • Happy group of high school students work on a group project together.

    Teen Choice

    Teen Choice
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview 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

  • Closeup of child painting rainbow picture with different stick colors on black background.

    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.

  • Two children look out of frame during a library program.

    Kids Club: Langston Hughes Collages

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

    Langston 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

  • Stock photo of a teenager dancing with their eyes closed.

    Teen Time

    Teen Time
    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, 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.

  • Virtual Page Turners Book Club

    Virtual
    Virtual Event

    Join us for a lively discussion on The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy. 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

    Free

  • Page Turners Book Club

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

    Join us for a lively discussion on The Wilderness by Angela Flournoy. 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

  • 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 Dishes for Two by Good Housekeeping. This program will take place in the Oversized Books Room on the second floor.

  • Two professional colleagues working together with laptop and papers in office.

    Job and Career: Online Job Searching

    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, 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.

  • 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.

  • Two adults conference in front of a computer.

    WORKshop: Nonprofit

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

    Find resources for fundraising planning, grant-seeking, proposal writing, and starting a nonprofit. This drop-in program takes place in the Nonprofit Resource Center on the second floor.