Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Let's Speak English
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, 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.

WORKshop: Nonprofit
2026-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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.

Coffee + Connect
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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.

Little Artists
2026-05-08 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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. Exploration can get messy, so dress accordingly. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

Create and Connect: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
2026-05-08 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
Join us for needlecrafting and fiber art 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.

Playdate at the Library
2026-05-08 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, 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.

We Learn: Survival Japanese (Tourist to Beginner Level)
2026-05-08 11:00 - 11:50 | 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.

We Learn groups are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups.

Spring Job Fair
2026-05-08 11:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Hello. Wanted to let you know that there is a job fair today!
Job Fair participants will have the opportunity to speak with more than 20 hiring representatives from higher education, banking, health care and other employers, along with community resource organizations to provide information about opportunities and available services. Job Fair will take place on the 2nd floor of the Main library.
All are welcomed!

Employers

Carnegie Museums
Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens
Community Life
UPMC-Pathways to Work
Mpower Direct
City of Pittsburgh
Carnegie Mellon University
Growing Seasons Landscaping
Robert Half
Alcosan
University of Pittsburgh
Christian Home Health Care
Abarta Coca Cola
Pittsburgh Regional Transit
Everdry Waterproofing of Pittsburgh
Global Links
Big Burrito Restaurant Group
Environmental Charter School
Clearview Federal Credit Union
Experiential Promotions
Pittsburgh Public Schools

Resources

Federal Bureau of Investigation
Community Forge
Pittsburgh Robotics Network
A. Philip Randolph Institute
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Let's Speak English!
2026-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States

LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
2026-05-08 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.

Teen Time: Jade Snow Wong-Inspired Ceramics
2026-05-08 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
This Teen Time program will help teens learn the history of and significance of ceramics in AANHPI culture, focusing on the work of Chinese American ceramicist Jade Snow Wong, while also learning how to make pottery with air-dry clay.
This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

We Learn: Social Psychology and Mental Health
2026-05-08 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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 in shaping actions, and understand how broader societal concerns are impacted by social psychological processes.
Register for We Learn: Social Psychology here.
Please note: By clicking on the registration link for this We Learn group, 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.

We Learn: Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Using Python and R Programming
2026-05-09 10:15 - 11:15 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
This We Learn group is facilitated by Yong Myoung. I’m currently articulating my research in machine learning by using Python and R as tools. We’ll have a common platform which we can discuss: case example including data sets; beside that we’ll follow online learning platform, Data Science: Machine Learning, before we meet up. We’ll use various examples from my resources.

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: May 9, May 16, May 23, and May 30.

Register for this We Learn Group here.
Please note: By clicking on the registration link for this We Learn group, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-05-09 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States

Book Club
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210
Join us for a lively discussion on Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog.
This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.

Animal Friends Therapet Visit
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, 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/

Trying Together presents Transition to Kindergarten: Supporting Children and Families in Building School Readiness
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Build the skills children & families need to have a strong transition to Kindergarten. For parents/caregivers of children birth-age 5 with emphasis on supporting children ages 3, 4, and 5 & their families.

We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced Level
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | 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: March 14, March 21, March 28 April 4, April 11, April 18, April 25, May 2, and May 9 in Classroom A.

We Learn: Korean Class – Intermediate Level
2026-05-09 12:00 - 12:45 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Cookbook Club
2026-05-09 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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 Tender at the Bone: Growing Up at the Table by Ruth Reichl.
This title is available for checkout from our Catalog and as an eBook on Libby.

We Learn: Korean Class – Beginner Level
2026-05-09 12:45 - 13:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Lauretta Violin Studio presents Musical Learning: A Violin Children's Concert
2026-05-09 13:00 - 13:45 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
This program includes a discussion of the violin’s history and parts, a performance of classical pieces that demonstrate common musical terms, and a violin petting zoo for participants.

Job and Career: Online Job Searching
2026-05-09 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

AIR Quilting Workshop: Reusing Clothing in Quilting
2026-05-09 13:30 - 16:30 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States
Join Appalachian quiltmaker and storyteller Griffin Nordstrom for a hands-on exploration of quilting at CLP-West End. Griffin’s work explores themes of reuse through craft and reinterpreting history through a contemporary lens, and these workshops invite you to do the same.
Participants will learn about a variety of quilting styles while contributing to a collaborative community quilt. All skill levels are welcome, and you’re free to attend as many or as few sessions as you like. Materials and tools will be provided, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer! Registration is required.

Learn strategies for using T-shirts and neckties in quilting, including cutting techniques to maximize usable material, appliqué applications, and methods for stabilizing difficult fabrics.

AIR Workshop - Cyanotype: Botanical Sun Printing
2026-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States
An introduction to the antique skill of cyanotype printing. We’ll have all the materials needed to design your own one-of-a-kind pattern on a patch, card, or quilt square.
Artist-In-Residence Vic Spindler-Fox is an environmental artist and field scientist from East Tennessee. Their artistic work is focused on reclaimed and mended textiles rooted in embodiment and a sense of place, investigating mourning, memory, scrap and salvage.

Create and Connect
2026-05-09 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, 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.

Local Authors Laura Zurowski, Charles Succop, and Matthew Jacob present City Steps of Pittsburgh: A History & Guide
2026-05-09 14:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Laura Zurowski, Charles Succop, and Matthew Jacob present the history of Pittsburgh’s city steps alongside maps and photos that reveal the city’s beauty through its unique public infrastructure.

Teen Time: Korean Schoolyard Games
2026-05-09 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
This Teen Time program will give participants a chance to play some popular Korean schoolyard games and learn to appreciate a different culture and values.
This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2026 programming.
