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  • Toddlers playing with toy cars.

    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.

  • Romance Book Club

    CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh
    Hybrid Event

    Join us for a lively discussion on You Should Be So Lucky by Cat Sebastian. 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, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby and as an eBook and eAudio on … Continued

    Free
  • A smiling teen wearing glasses.

    Vision to Learn: Mobile Optometrist Visits for Children

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

    Vision to Learn provides eye exams, glasses, and replacement glasses to kids throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania at no out of pocket cost. An estimated 30,000 kids throughout the Pittsburgh area do not have the glasses they need to see the board, read a book, or participate in class. Appointment required, please contact the branch to schedule. For children … Continued

  • Toddler girl smiling and clapping at library storytime

    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.

  • A woman and toddler look at the camera while taking part in a Storytime circle

    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.

  • A child and caregiver participate in 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 young child excitedly points forward, supported by their caregiver, with other storytime audience members in the background.

    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.

  • An infant sits on their caregivers lap during a playtime crowded with other children, adults, and toys 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.

  • A person shares a document with another during a meeting.

    Career Counseling with JFCS

    Career Counseling with 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 young child, about two, sits on their caregivers lap during a crowded storytime.

    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.

  • Two young adults look at a phone screen together in the library.

    Digital Skills: Android Device Basics

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

    Learn 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.

  • A baby laughs with their caregiver during 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.

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

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 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.

  • 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

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

    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.

  • Two school children, about six, working on a piece of clay together.

    Kids Choice

    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal 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.

  • Three teens grouped together, smiling.

    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.

  • A smiling teen sitting at a table in the TeenSpace, with a tablet in front of them.

    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

  • Three teens grouped together, smiling.

    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

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

    Kids Club: Pride History – Flowers

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

    This facilitated group learning program will help kids learn about the history of flower symbolism in the LGBTQ+ community. Kids will have an opportunity to make paper versions of some of these flowers or make a bookmark using flower stickers. This event is part of our Pride 2026 programming.

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

    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.

  • Three teens smiling and talking in the library.

    Teen Time: Queer Characters Collage

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

    In this program teens will make collages using images of LGBTQIA+ people and characters. This event is part of our Pride 2026 programming.

  • Two school children, about six, working on a piece of clay together.

    Kids Club: Pride History – Flowers

    Kids Club
    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This facilitated group learning program will help kids learn about the history of flower symbolism in the LGBTQ community. Kids will have an opportunity to make paper versions of some of these flowers or make a bookmark using flower stickers. This event is part of our Pride 2026 programming.

  • Children play with large building blocks in the library.

    Kids Club: Andy Warhol Pop Art Prints

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

    Kids will create colorful pop art prints while learning about the Pop Art Movement in the 1960s and about the LGBTQ+ artist Andy Warhol. This event is part of our Pride 2026 programming.

  • Elementary school children build 3D models using recycled materials during class.

    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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Storytime: Pajama Storytime

    Storytime: Pajama Storytime
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run 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.

  • Book Club: Everyone In This Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily Austin

    CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for a lively discussion on Everyone In This Room Will Someday Be Dead by Emily Austin. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby. This event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.

  • Book Club

    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for a lively discussion on Harriet Tubman: Live in Concert by Bob the Drag Queen. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby and as an eBook on Hoopla. This event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.

  • Two grandparents ready a board book to their grandchild

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, 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 school children, about six, working on a piece of clay together.

    Little Artists

    Little Artists
    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Little 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.

  • Artists' paintbrushes of various sizes, bristle ends up, in cups.

    Little Artists

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

    Little 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.

  • Friday Edition Book Club

    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
    Hybrid Event

    Join us for a lively discussion on Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. 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 event is part of our Pride Month 2026 programming.

    Free
  • A group of toddlers listen to storytime.

    Storytime: Preschool Pals

    Storytime: Preschool Pals
    CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, 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.

  • A senior in their 80s sitting on a couch, having coffee and conversing with a younger adult.

    Coffee + Connect

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

    Join us to enjoy some coffee and snacks and meet a representative from a local community organization to learn more about their services.

  • Image shows participants and workers at Data Privacy Event.

    Let’s Speak English!

    Let’s Speak English!
    CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, 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 group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners. 

  • A child, about seven, juggles with their eyes closed.

    Summer Reading Kickoff with O’Ryan the O’Mazing presents O’Ryan the O’Mazing’s Spectacular Circus Class

    Featured
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Get ready to dig in, branch out, and GROW at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Summer Reading celebration! This year’s “Grow” theme is all about planting seeds of curiosity, watering your imagination, and watching your love of reading bloom all summer long. Whether you’re growing your knowledge, or growing into a reading superstar, join us for … Continued

  • Young couple moving in to their new home, unpacking boxes and enjoying the time together.

    Neighborworks presents Homebuyers Workshop

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

    Continental breakfast and lunch provided to all workshop participants. HUD certified counselors will discuss topics such as fair housing, credit, pre- and post- purchase. A lender, realtor, inspector and insurance representative will be present to talk with participants. Recommended for adults. Register Here.

  • Mother kisses smiling baby in the Library

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield 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 image on children using different colours in art class, shallow depth of field

    Little Artists

    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Little 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.

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

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, 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 adult caregivers reading a board book to a baby

    Storytime: Family Fun

    Storytime: Family Fun
    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run 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.

  • An adult and child petting a black lab therapy dog on the floor of the library.

    Canceled Animal Friends Therapet Visit

    CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Come 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/

  • We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced

    We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This 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

  • We Learn: Korean Class – Intermediate

    We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This 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

  • Cat lying on the stack of books in the bookstore.

    Animal Friends Therapet Visit

    Animal Friends Therapet Visit
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Come 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.

  • Closeup of hands playing violins

    PSO in the Library

    Featured
    CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join us for a performance with members of Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.

  • 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 – Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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

  • We Learn: Korean Class – Beginner

    We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    This 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

  • A vinyl record being placed on a record player.

    Music at Main: Album Listening Club – “Happier than Ever” by Billie Eilish

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

    It’s like a book club, but for music! This month’s album is “Happier than Ever” by Billie Eilish. We’ll play some tracks, talk about its history and share what the album means to us. Held in the North Wing Music Room.

  • A smiling teen with braces and safety glasses uses tools for a STEM project.

    Summer Reading Kickoff with Mad Science presents Radical Robots

    Featured
    CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United States

    Get ready to dig in, branch out, and GROW at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Summer Reading celebration! This year’s “Grow” theme is all about planting seeds of curiosity, watering your imagination, and watching your love of reading bloom all summer long. Whether you’re growing your knowledge, or growing into a reading superstar, join us for … Continued

  • Two children learn programming using laptop during STEM class.

    Kids Choice

    Kids Choice
    CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson 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.

  • A group of adults paint a craft at a shared table.

    Create and Connect: Making Zines

    CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    Join 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.

  • A young child looks very focused during science class while they mix liquids.

    Super Science

    Super Science
    CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes 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.

  • Examples of cyanotype printing featuring pressed flowers and a film negative of a wedding photo.

    Exploring Photographs: Cyanotypes

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

    The cyanotype is a photographic print made by placing objects on a surface treated with a photosensitive solution that changes to a deep Prussian blue hue when exposed to sunlight. Invented in 1842, this process can be used to reproduce negatives, make botanical prints, and more. In this program, we will learn about the history … Continued

    Free

  • We Learn: Conversational English Empowerment Through Theatre

    We Learn: Conversational English Empowerment Through Theatre
    CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

    We’ll use improvisational theatre, particularly Theatre of the Oppressed, as a rehearsal for practicing English in real-life situations, addressing challenges to speaking the language in new environments. Participants of all languages and theatre backgrounds are welcome in this fun and supportive space. REGISTER HERE. Please note: By clicking on the registration link, you will be … Continued