Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-04-22 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | CLP – Sheraden, 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15204, 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.

Library Lounge: Coffee and Conversation
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Join us for a fun and engaging social program!

Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents Blawnox: A Small Town with a Large Legacy
2026-04-21 18:30 - 20:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
The Lawrenceville Historical Society Lecture Series presents lectures on Lawrenceville, Pittsburgh, and regional history given by society members and guest speakers.
This month, LHS president Tom Powers presents ‘Blawnox: A Small Town with a Large Legacy’.

Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshop: Every Child Ready to Read
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Gain ideas for incorporating early learning strategies and supports into daily interactions with children. Discuss and learn about the life-long impact of developing early literacy skills. This session is presented on Teams. Attendees will receive 1 hour of PQAS credit.

Create and Connect
2026-04-21 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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.

ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
2026-04-21 17:30 - 18:30 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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 throughout the year. Registration is required in advance, and space is limited.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-04-21 17:30 - 18:00 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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.

Hewitt Lecture 2026: Dr. Nicole A. Cooke
2026-04-21 17:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland) Lecture Hall, 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh welcomes Dr. Nicole A. Cooke as the 2026 Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt Lecturer
CLP is proud to announce the third annual Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt Lecture intended to honor and celebrate the first Black librarian at CLP, who served the Hill District community in the 1940s. The Hewitt Lecture is presented in partnership with the Allegheny County Library Association and the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Computing and Information.
Nicole A. Cooke is the Augusta Baker Endowed Chair and Professor at University of South Carolina. Her research and teaching interests include human information behavior, critical cultural information literacy, LIS Education and equity and social justice in librarianship. She is the Founding Editor of ALA Editions/Neal-Schuman’s Critical Cultural Information Studies series. Her latest book is The Legacy of Black Women in Librarianship: When They Dared to Be Powerful.
All attendees are invited to attend a reception following the lecture. The reception will feature activities to reflect on the lecture and a gallery show around the book, The Legacy of Black Women in Librarianship.

Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
2026-04-21 17:00 - 19:00 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Join 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.

ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18
2026-04-21 17:00 - 18:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States

Kids Choice
2026-04-21 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210
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.

Find a Sweet Job: Teen Job Fair and Ice Cream Social
2026-04-21 16:00 - 18:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Teen Job Fair & Ice Cream Social participants will have the opportunity to speak with more than 10 hiring representatives from restaurants, entertainment venues, stores and more. Teens will get a chance to network with potential employers while enjoying Ice Cream! This event will take place in the Teenspace on the 1st floor of the Main library.

Kids Club
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, 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.

Kids Club
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Teen Choice
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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 what you choose, the location’s Teen Specialists will be there to support everyone! For teens in grades 6-12.

Super Science
2026-04-21 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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.

Storytime: Preschool Pals
2026-04-21 16:00 - 16:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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.

Teen Time
2026-04-21 15:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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.

Mad Science presents The Science of Football
2026-04-21 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
What do football players, scientists and ballet dancers have in common? You’ll find out as we explore how science has helped us understand sports and performance. Discover how the body—powered by food, balance, and physics—becomes a high-powered playing machine. Learn about the “sweet spot” in kicks, why certain balls bounce higher, and how electrolytes fuel endurance. Compare football to other sports to see how gravity, forces, and energy transfer shape the game. From lung capacity to why headers strain the brain, this is a deep dive into the science of football!

Join CLP as we celebrate Pittsburgh hosting the NFL draft.

Teen Time
2026-04-21 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States

Kids Club
2026-04-21 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Sheraden, 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15204, United States

LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
2026-04-21 15:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Brookline, 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15226, 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 curriculum includes sight words, sound mastery, letter formation, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, reading comprehension, the alphabetic principle, and more.
Students that need reading support at specific grade levels can join fun and interactive classes:
At CLP – Brookline we offer tutoring Mondays and Wednesdays 3:15-4 PM ; and Tuesdays and Fridays 3-5 PM.
At CLP – Hill District we offer tutoring on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5 PM.
Students will be expected to attend 2 sessions per week at their chosen library to make significant progress in their literacy skills. Registration is required. Once a student has registered, LDA of PA will respond via email or phone to enroll the student in the appropriate class. Register your student here.
Please note: By clicking on the registration link, you will be leaving a Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh-managed website. CLP is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external registration platforms.

Making a Difference: Understanding Nonprofit Career Opportunities
2026-04-21 15:00 - 16:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
This program explores typical career paths at nonprofit organizations. Participants will learn about general expectations, workplace protections, culture differences, average compensation, and more. They will discover different types of employment with nonprofits and see the variety of industries nonprofits fall under. This hybrid class takes place online or in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main.

Open Tech Session
2026-04-21 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP), 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, 15213, United States
Join us as we explore and review accessibility features of popular apps and websites.

Digital Skills: Getting Started with Computers
2026-04-21 12:30 - 13:30 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Learn the basics of using a computer, starting with the mouse and keyboard, as well as resources to practice and continue your digital skills journey. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.

Business Plan Essentials: Market Analysis
2026-04-21 12:00 - 13:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Creating a business plan is essential for any entrepreneur or business owner. In this class, you will learn how to locate market data and compare it with industry data in a business plan. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.

Hello Neighbor presents Little Neighbors Cohort
2026-04-21 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States
Join Hello Neighbor and CLP for stories, art activities, and games for young children from immigrant families. Caregivers can learn more about the library and meet their neighbors. Open to refugee and immigrant families with children ages birth to five years. Contact claire@helloneighbor.io or 412-857-8266 for more information. Interpretation is available.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-04-21 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
