Let’s Speak English!
2026-07-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Quiet Reading Party: Summer Reading
2026-07-10 14:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Sheraden, 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15204, United States
Ready to do some Summer Reading? Why not treat your s(h)elf to a book-lover’s party where you’re encouraged to read and discuss what you’re reading with other bibliophiles! Included is also an assortment of free refreshments to help fuel your reading stamina.

Neighborworks presents Homebuyers Workshop
2026-07-11 09:30 - 17:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States
Continental breakfast and lunch provided to all workshop participants. HUD certified counselors will discuss topics such as fair housing, credit, pre- and post- purchase. A lender, realtor, inspector and insurance representative will be present to talk with participants. Recommended for adults.
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Quiet Reading Party
2026-07-11 10:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Ready to do some Summer Reading? Why not treat your s(h)elf to a book-lover’s party where you’re encouraged to read and discuss what you’re reading with other bibliophiles! Included is also an assortment of free refreshments to help fuel your reading stamina.
This program takes place in North Wing Music Room on the Second Floor.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, 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
2026-07-11 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
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Nonfiction Book Club
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Brookline, 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15226, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on The Story of My Life by Helen Keller.
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 Disability Pride Month 2026 programming.

We Learn: Korean Class - Advanced
2026-07-11 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: June 20, June 27, July 11, July 25, August 1, August 8, August 15, August 22, August 29 in Classroom A.

Wild Ones Presents Introduction to Creating a Beautiful Landscape Using Native Plants
2026-07-11 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Join the Western PA Chapter of Wild Ones, “a not-for-profit environmental education and advocacy organization, since 2021,” for a presentation on utilizing native plants. They’ll discuss garden design, and how to source, cultivate and care for native plants in your Western Pennsylvania yard. Members of the Highland Park Garden Club will also provide resources to help gardeners acquire and maintain their own native plant gardens.

We Learn: Korean Class - Intermediate
2026-07-11 12:00 - 12:45 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Cookbook Club
2026-07-11 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 Third Culture Cooking: Classic Recipes for A New Generation by Zaynab Issa.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook on Libby and as an eBook on Hoopla.

Community Scan Day
2026-07-11 12:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Scan your old photographs, documents, slides, and more for free at Community Scan Day! Staff will teach you how to use a portable scanner to digitize your items at CLP locations. If you’d like to donate digital copies to the CLP Digital Community Collection, a staff member will walk you through the donation process.
Appointments are 40 minutes long, with a limit of 10 items. You must bring your own storage for your scans, such as a flash drive or portable hard drive.
Acceptable items (no larger than 8.5” x 11.7”) include:
Print photographs
Hand-written and typed documents
Negatives and slides
Book your time slot with this link.

Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
2026-07-11 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.

We Learn: Korean Class - Beginner
2026-07-11 12:45 - 13:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
2026-07-11 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Eden's Farm presents Community Education, Human Trafficking Awareness Training
2026-07-11 13:00 - 14:30 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
We will be bringing access to basic awareness and education regarding signs of exploitations and trafficking as well as aftercare and resources. It will be in a panel format with professionals from the field or in a simple presentation from with experts from our team.

Make a Book: Community Stories
2026-07-11 13:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
In this free workshop, you bring a story and photos, mementos, or other collage-related items, and we’ll provide the supplies to create your own small book! Turn a favorite memory into a keepsake. Create a one-of-a-kind birthday or anniversary gift. Tell your stories of community and add to CLP’s digital collections. Participants may have their book scanned to create a large, collaborative community book for CLP’s celebrations commemorating America at 250. This program will take place in the Third Floor Conference Room.

As part of the celebration of America’s 250th anniversary, this program encourages reflection on the diverse voices, memories, and community connections that have built Pittsburgh. This event is part of America250PA programming.

Penn State Master Gardeners of Allegheny County presents Certifying Your Property as "Pollinator-Friendly"
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Brookline, 708 Brookline Boulevard, Pittsburgh, PA, 15226, United States
Pollinators need our help. Both native bees and domestic bee populations are declining, affected by habitat loss, disease, and contact with pesticides. Penn State Extension Master Gardeners are taking action to protect pollinators by planting pollinator-friendly gardens and providing education for the gardening public. You can join this effort by providing food and habitat for native insects/animals. Pollinators will, in turn, provide the pollination needed to protect our plant diversity and food sources. Certifying your property as “Pollinator Friendly” will help support a healthy ecosystem for our community and our future. This presentation will cover all of the reasons and steps necessary to apply for this important certification. For adults.

Kids Club
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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.

Sounds Upstairs: KleZlectic
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Inspire your creative spirit and feed your musical soul! KleZlectic specializes in klezmer music (Jewish soul and lively dance music), but also performs many other genres with favorites for everyone. Led by clarinetist Janice Coppola, their arrangements of new compositions and of even the more familiar, older melodies bring a 21st century appeal to the listener who is looking for an ensemble who has their audiences kicking up their heels and asking for more!
This event takes place in the South Wing Reading Room.

Book Club
2026-07-11 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on Noor by Nnedi Okorafor.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, as an eBook and eAudio on Libby and as an eAudio on Hoopla.
This event is part of our Disability Pride Month 2026 programming.

Create and Connect
2026-07-11 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.

Quiet Reading Party: Summer Reading
2026-07-11 14:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States
Ready to do some Summer Reading? Join us for a calm and quiet reading day. Our space will have sensory-friendly lighting and a selection of refreshments as well as book related crafts, such as bookmark making. Come to chat about recent reading or just to enjoy the space.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-07-11 15:30 - 16:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States

Playdate at the Library
2026-07-12 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-07-12 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Music @ Main: Jazz Vinyl Listening Session from Our Pittsburgh Collection
2026-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Enjoy choice cuts from the deep legacy of Pittsburgh jazz recordings.
This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room.

Create and Connect
2026-07-12 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Research Riff-Off: Coming to Pittsburgh
2026-07-12 14:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Bring your questions about researching immigrant ancestors in Western PA and share what you’ve learned with other researchers with similar questions. Librarians will lead discussion, but this session is for researchers to help each other with suggestions and tips. This program takes place in the Family & Local History Department (3rd floor).
