Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Little Artists
2026-08-08 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 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: Pajama Storytime
2026-08-08 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-08-08 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.

Super Science
2026-08-07 15:30 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Let’s Read English!
2026-08-07 13:15 - 14:15 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us to practice your English-reading skills! We will read and discuss “A Scandal in Bohemia” by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (retold by Clare West)
This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.

Let’s Speak English!
2026-08-07 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
2026-08-07 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.

Library Lounge: Coffee and Conversation
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us for a fun and engaging social program! This event will take place in the First Floor Graphic Novels Room.

Little Artists
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Little Artists
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Little Artists
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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

Little Artists
2026-08-07 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States

WORKshop: Nonprofit
2026-08-06 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.

Let's Speak English
2026-08-06 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-08-06 18:30 - 19:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-08-06 18:30 - 19:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Meditation with a Monk
2026-08-06 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.

We Learn: Film Discussion — Lights, Camera, Story
2026-08-06 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States
We Learn: Film Discussion is a free, six-week community class at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh — West End Branch. Each Thursday evening we screen trailers, discuss a feature film, and dig into the themes, craft, and culture behind it. No film background required. Just bring your curiosity.
​The theme this summer: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey — in theaters July 17. We’re using one of the most anticipated films of the year as a lens to explore how storytelling, myth, and cinema connect across generations.

​????️ Field Trip to See The Odyssey
We’re planning an organized group outing to see The Odyssey in theaters — open to registered attendees. Details will be shared once you sign up. Register to stay in the loop.
This optional outing is not sponsored or funded by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. Cost and transportation are the responsibility of the attendee.

​Season Lineup — Thursdays, 6–7 PM
​???? July 9 — O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
Homer’s Odyssey reimagined in the Depression-era American South — our kick-off.
​???? July 16 — Sinners (2025)
Genre, myth, and music. (Bonus: go see The Odyssey this week!)
​???? July 23 — Dune: Part Two (2024)
Epic world-building, prophecy, and visual storytelling.
​???? July 30 — The Odyssey (2025) — ⭐ Main Discussion
Our anchor film of the season.
​???? Aug 6 — The Truman Show (1998)
Film as reality — how movies shape the way we see the world.
​???? Aug 13 — Class Vote
The group picks the finale. Vote at session 5.

​Each session includes:
→ Film trivia warm-up
→ New trailers & film news
→ Open discussion of the feature film
→ Deep dive into themes, craft, and context
​Free. Open to all. Signing up helps us plan seating, materials — and the field trip. (Cost and transportation are the responsibility of the attendee.)
REGISTER 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.
We Learn is a volunteer-led program.

Job and Career-Build Your Best Resume and Cover Letter
2026-08-06 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Learn about what you should include in your resume and cover letter to showcase your skills and experience, and grab an employer’s attention!

Kids Club
2026-08-06 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, 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.

Kids Choice
2026-08-06 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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.

Hope Starts Here: A Community Conversation on Youth Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:30 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
SAFE (Suicide Awareness For Everyone) Task Force is a program through the non-profit organization, NAMI (National Alliance for Mental Illness), comprised of individuals with lived experience, providers, and mental health advocates. The task force’s mission is to provide education and support to the community about suicide prevention, treatment, and postvention resources. For adults.

Teen Time
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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.

Kids Club
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Teen Choice
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, 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
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States

Kids Choice
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States

Teen Choice
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States

Kids Club
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

Teen Time
2026-08-06 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
