Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Kids Club: Langston Hughes Collages
2026-02-24 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York) | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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 power of words and honoring the lasting impact of Hughes. For kids in grades K-5.

This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

Teen Choice
2026-02-24 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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.

Kids Club: Langston Hughes Collages
2026-02-24 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States

Teen Time: Quilting Black History
2026-02-24 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
This Teen Time program will help teens learn about the history of quilting in Black culture, think about the importance of Black quilters in Black history, think about the role of art in expressing and preserving history in Black communities, and create a sewing project such a tea mat or a key fob.
This program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

Super Science
2026-02-24 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, 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
2026-02-24 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.

LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
2026-02-24 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. Older students that are reading at levels may also be tutored. 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 Tuesday 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.

Tactile Tuesday
2026-02-24 14:00 - 15:30 | CLP – Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP), 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, 15213, United States
Experience embossed, Swell Form, and 3-D printed items, and explore ideas and interests on the topic of tactile accessibility in an open discussion. We will also learn about the tools and software used to produce tactile objects.

Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
2026-02-24 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States
Drop in to learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop, computer or other devices. At this informal help session you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First come, first served.

Allegheny County PA Medi Coordinator presents Medicare Help
2026-02-24 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
PA Medi assists Medicare beneficiaries and/or caregivers understand the complex coordination of the healthcare system regarding coverage and benefits. We also screen individuals to make sure they are not missing any cost savings programs available in Pennsylvania for their health coverage and prescription coverage needs.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-24 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
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States

Storytime: Preschool Pals
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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. Held in the nonfiction room in the children’s department.

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States

Let's Speak English
2026-02-23 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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: Pajama Storytime
2026-02-23 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 ages birth to five years. Pajamas optional! For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.

Job and Career: Leveraging AI for Career Success
2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
What AI tools could help you maximize your resume and job search, and which are quick hacks that might hurt you? We’ll discuss basic vocabulary, free tools, do’s and don’ts, and where to find reliable information about this growing technology. This program takes place online and in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main.

Job and Career: Interviewing 101
2026-02-23 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Interviewing 101 is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in job interviews. Mastering the art of interviewing is crucial for landing your dream job regardless of how long you’ve been working.

WORKshop: Career Ready
2026-02-23 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor at the Main Library.

Teen Time: Black Stories Trivia
2026-02-23 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Sheraden, 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15204, 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 program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

LDA of PA Presents Early Literacy Tutoring
2026-02-23 15:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, 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. Older students that are reading at levels may also be tutored. 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 – Hill District we offer tutoring on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-5 PM.
At CLP – Brookline we offer tutoring Tuesday and Fridays 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.

AARP Pennsylvania presents Social Security 101
2026-02-23 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Do you understand how Social Security works? Have you wondered who is eligible for Social Security payments? Join AARP’s free Understanding Social Security workshop. This workshop focuses on building a basic understanding of Social Security, exploring how claiming decisions affect payments and identifying resources that can help you along the way. It can help you build confidence in making the right decisions for your personal situation.

Digital Skills: Getting Started with Microsoft Word
2026-02-23 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – Brookline, 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15226, United States
Learn the basics of Word, the word processing software from Microsoft, which is one of the most commonly used tools for writing and editing documents. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
2026-02-23 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-23 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-23 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-23 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
2026-02-23 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States

Adult Winter Reading: Silent Reading Party at the Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens
2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:00 | PA
Come party silently with the Library on Sunday, February 22 from 2-4 pm at The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens. We’ll be hosting a Silent Reading Party as part of our Adult Winter Reading season in the auditorium of the art museum. Relax in one of the city’s most opulent settings to read a book, play games, do puzzles, color or just vibe. Interested in signing up for Adult Winter Reading? Talk to a CLP staff member at the event or at your local branch.
This event will take place at The Frick Pittsburgh Museums and Gardens (7227 Reynolds St., Pittsburgh, PA 15208)
If you have any questions, please call 412-363-8232.
