Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Books on Broadway Book Club
2026-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on Anita De Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby, and as an eBook and eAudio on Hoopla.
This event is part of our Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 programming.

The PEAL Center presents Collaboration on School Teams in Ways that Make a Difference
2026-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Further develop communication skills to be heard and understood in school settings
Further develop teamwork skills in order to create positive change for ALL students in school settings

Pittsburgh Alexander Technique presents Move Smarter, Feel Better: Everyday Self Care
2026-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Do your everyday movements cause neck, back, or joint pain? In this class, we’ll explore simple activities—standing, sitting, bending, and walking—to build awareness of habits and reduce unnecessary strain. Discover how ideas from Alexander Technique can bring greater ease, comfort, and joy to your daily life.

We Learn: Korean Class – Beginner
2026-09-19 12:45 - 13:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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 1 and 2): 12:45 pm – 1:30 pm

We’re excited to continue learning and growing with you all in the upcoming classes!

Please, feel free to join our FB group page for future announcements Pittsburgh Korean Class / 피츠버그 한국어 수업

We Learn groups are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. We Learn Groups meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. This group meets on Saturdays: September 12, 19, 26 October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 in Classroom A.

Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
2026-09-19 12:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
Join us to meet other game enthusiasts and play tabletop games! We’ll have some games to choose from, or you can bring one to share. Several of our games also have Spanish-language rulebooks available.

Puzzle Swap
2026-09-19 12:00 - 14:00 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Do you have completed puzzles taking up space that you would like to swap for fresh, new puzzles to solve? Join us for an afternoon of puzzle-related activities and a puzzle swap! Donate your gently used puzzles and pick up a new puzzle to get working on. This program will take place in the lower-level meeting room. Activities and puzzle donations will begin at 12:00PM, puzzles will be released for selection starting at 1:00PM. If you would like to donate your puzzles before the day of the program, feel free to drop them off, and let us know they are for the Puzzle Swap.

We Learn: Korean Class – Intermediate
2026-09-19 12:00 - 12:45 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced
2026-09-19 10:30 - 12:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-09-19 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Little Artists
2026-09-19 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-09-19 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States

Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
2026-09-19 10:00 - 17:00 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Join us to meet other game enthusiasts and play tabletop games! We’ll have some games to choose from, or you can bring one to share.

Let's Read English
2026-09-19 10:00 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us to practice your English-reading skills! We will read and discuss a short story together. The story for this month is “Names/Nombres” by Julia Alvarez.

This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.
This event is part of our Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 programming.

Teen Choice
2026-09-18 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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.

Teen Tabletop Time
2026-09-18 13:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Learn some new tabletop games from the game experts at Games Unlimited! For teens in grades 6-12.

Pittsburgh Science Workshop presents School's Out Science Workshop!
2026-09-18 13:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Explore all branches of science hands-on with exciting and creative projects! Meet live animals, synthesize a weird gel, invent with motors and magnets. Enjoy our favorite projects for all ages.

PCSI presents Record Review
2026-09-18 12:00 - 14:00 | Allegheny County Law Library (ACLL), 414 Grant Street City/County Building, Room 921, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States
Pittsburgh Community Services Incorporated (PCSI) delivers free, confidential Pennsylvania criminal record review sessions to help residents identify options for record expungement, sealing, and pardon applications This program helps those affected by the criminal justice system.

Let's Speak English!
2026-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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.

Storytime: Preschool Pals
2026-09-18 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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.

We Learn: Japanese Study
2026-09-18 10:30 - 12:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Enjoy learning the basics of the Japanese language and culture from a certified, native Japanese instructor. We will learn greetings, etiquette and manners, survival phrases for traveling to Japan, visiting interesting tourist locations, and ordering food and shopping. We will also learn reading and writing – Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, Emoji, Anime and Manga. Each session is designed to be interactive and fun. The agenda can vary based on the interests of the students.

10:30 – 11:00 (Writing)
11:00 – 12:00 (Conversation)

We Learn groups are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups.

Little Artists
2026-09-18 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Little Artists
2026-09-18 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Children learn and grow through art! Little Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers and a time to explore colors, shapes, textures, and materials. To encourage open experimentation and self-expression, this program focuses on the process of creation rather than the finished product.

Little Artists
2026-09-18 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States

Little Artists
2026-09-18 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States

Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh: Poetry Slam
2026-09-17 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us for a night of poetry and spoken word! We invite you to come and read your work and to learn more about the Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh call for art and how to submit your work. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is excited to celebrate this collaborative partnership with Carnegie Museums, Pitt, August Wilson African American Cultural Center, the Children’s Museum and 1Hood Media. Registration encouraged. The sign-up sheet for reading will be present 15 minutes before and available during the program for anyone who would like to participate.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-09-17 18:30 - 19:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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.

Meditation with a Monk
2026-09-17 18:00 - 19:30 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, 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.

Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops: Library 101: Resources that Support Early Learners and Their Adults
2026-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual
Understand the breadth of Library resources and services designed to support children and their adults. Bring questions to learn how the Library can best serve you. This session is presented on Microsoft Teams. Attendees will receive 1 hour of PQAS credit.

Allegheny County Park Rangers present Mr. McSlithers, Eastern Rat Snake
2026-09-17 17:30 - 18:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Meet our Educational Animal, an Eastern Black Rat Snake named Mr. McSlithers. Learn about his habitat, diet and everyday life. Get up close to learn about his unique adaptations. For children.

University of Pittsburgh Writing Center presents Community Writing Center
2026-09-17 17:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States
Tutors 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!
