Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Three Rivers Readers Book Club
2026-02-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on The Monkey Wrench Gang by Edward Abbey. Title selections will include genre books including memoirs, plays, poetry, photobooks, and novels. 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 on Libby, and as an eBook and eAudio on Hoopla.

Library Lounge: Movie Matinee - The Color Purple
2026-02-11 11:00 - 13:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Join us for a movie screening of The Color Purple.

Lullaby Project Pittsburgh presents Lullabies for Little Ones
2026-02-11 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States
Your baby loves to hear you sing. Join Lullaby Project Pittsburgh for a cozy hour of sing-alongs and songwriting. We’ll guide you through familiar tunes and create a new song as a group! By the end you’ll have a full song (recording and lyrics) that you can take home and sing with your child.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:00 | 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-02-11 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States

Library Lounge: Coffee and Conversation
2026-02-11 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!

Cookbook Club
2026-02-10 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, 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 Good Catch: a Guide to Sustainable Fish and Seafood With Recipes From the World’s Oceans by Valentine Thomas.

Poetry Book Club
2026-02-10 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Join us for a discussion of poetry by Robert Creeley. Reading materials will be provided at the book club, all you have to bring is an open mind!

Japanese Stab Binding Workshop
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
If you’re a crafty book lover, we have an exciting workshop for you! Come join us for a cool bookmaking experience where you will learn how to sew your own book using a stab binding technique commonly known as Japanese binding. This unique bookbinding method features beautiful, exposed stitching patterns on the spine. We will provide you with all of the materials you will need to enjoy an evening of bookmaking with us. This program will take place on 2/10/26 from 6-7:30 in the Third Floor Conference Room of the Main library. We look forward to seeing you!

Book Club
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings by Maya Angelou.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog.

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

Book Club
2026-02-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on American Sirens by Kevin Hazzard. 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 program is part of our Black History Month 2026 programming.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-02-10 18:00 - 18:30 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, 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.

ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
2026-02-10 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 4-18; 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.
Sign up today to attend free weekly classes at CLP-Allegheny or CLP-Homewood. Learn more and register for classes here – https://afterschoolhq.com/projectartpittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh Writing Center presents Community Writing Center
2026-02-10 17:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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!

Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
2026-02-10 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
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, 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.
Sign up today to attend free weekly classes at CLP-Allegheny or CLP-Homewood. Learn more and register for classes here – https://afterschoolhq.com/projectartpittsburgh

Kids Club: Ida B. Wells-Barnett
2026-02-10 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Ida B. Wells was an African American journalist, an educator, a feminist and an anti-lynching civil rights leader. Through her journalism, she fought tirelessly for equal rights for women and Black Americans until her death in 1931. In this program, kids will learn about Wells’ impact and get their own chance to change their community through creating newspapers of their own. For kids in grades K-5.

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

Kids Club: Langston Hughes Collages
2026-02-10 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210
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
2026-02-10 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 - Ernie Barnes
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Kids will create a painting inspired by the artist Ernie Barnes. Ernie Barnes was an NFL star who followed his dreams and became one of the most influential visual artists of his generation. For kids in grades K-5.

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

Kids Club: Ernie Barnes
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Kids Choice
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Teen Time
2026-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Storytime: Preschool Pals
2026-02-10 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
2026-02-10 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.

Is Starting a Nonprofit Right for You?
2026-02-10 15:00 - 16:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
In this program, we’ll discuss the legal and logistical elements necessary to start a successful nonprofit and look at possible alternatives to starting a nonprofit that you might not have considered. This hybrid program takes place online or in the Nonprofit Resource Center on the second floor of CLP-Main.

Digital Skills: Android Device Basics
2026-02-10 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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.

Digital Skills: Getting Started with Microsoft Excel
2026-02-10 12:30 - 13:30 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Learn the basics of Excel, the spreadsheet software from Microsoft, which is one of the most commonly used tools for data analysis and visualization. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.

Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
2026-02-10 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.
