Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

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

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

Poetry Book Club
2026-11-10 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Join us for a discussion of poetry by Mary Oliver. Reading materials will be provided at the book club, all you have to bring is an open mind!

Cookbook Club
2026-11-10 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 Chími Nu’am: Native California Foodways for the Contemporary Kitchen by Sara Calvosa Olson.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook on Hoopla.
This event is part of our Native American and Indigenous People’s Month 2026 programming.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-11-10 18:30 - 19:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, 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.

STOP (motion), DROP (in), and ROLL (camera)!
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Experiment with simple stop motion animation techniques and software. We’ll provide the tools and technology, you provide the creativity! Bring your own device and work on your own or contribute to our group project. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the 2nd floor.

Book Club
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on Ceremony by Leslie Marmon Silko. 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 event is part of our Native American and Indigenous People’s Month 2026 programming.

Beyond the Stacks: Research Strategies with Library Collections
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Explore how to frame a research question, find authoritative sources, and navigate the library’s collections using Dewey and Library of Congress systems. This program will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor of Main Library. Registration is recommended, walk ins welcome.

Job and Career: Online Job Searching
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Allegheny, 1230 Federal Street, 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.

Max GEMs Gonzales presents Style Writing: Contemporary Hip Hop Typography
2026-11-10 18:00 - 19:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States
Contemporary, hip hop graffiti is the only visual art form to be created by children. This art form can trace its roots to comic book typography and the adoption of stylized monikers. Learn the traditions and rules of graffiti typography and learn to appreciate the art around you.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime
2026-11-10 18:00 - 18:30 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States

ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
2026-11-10 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

Strategic Path Retirement and the Association of Financial Educators presents How to Retire
2026-11-10 17:30 - 18:30 | CLP – Hill District, 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States
This is a broad look at all aspects that should be considered before retirement. Touches on basic investing, social security, and debt/credit.

Create and Connect: Knit and Crochet
2026-11-10 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.

Face Paint Pittsburgh presents Glitter Tattoo Creations
2026-11-10 17:00 - 19:00 | CLP – Sheraden, 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15204, United States
Celebrate with Face Paint Pittsburgh. This presenter uses skin approved face paint, glitter tattoos, airbrushed temporary tattoos, glow paint and all things body art for all ages.

ProjectArt Pittsburgh Homewood Ages 13-18
2026-11-10 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
2026-11-10 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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 Club
2026-11-10 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210

Teen Choice
2026-11-10 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.

Citizen Science Lab presents Blood Science
2026-11-10 16:00 - 17:30 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Not all blood is alike! Differences in blood can in fact mean life-or-death in cases of blood transfusions and even pregnancies! Students will learn how blood works, how to find an individual’s blood type, and how blood type is determined by genetics and heredity. We will then discover how blood typing can be used to solve mysteries. This educational program will explore the theme of Biology and more specifically focus on blood science. For grades K-5.

Teen Time
2026-11-10 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.

Kids Club
2026-11-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – East Liberty, 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15206, United States

Super Science
2026-11-10 16:00 - 17:00 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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
2026-11-10 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.

Create and Connect: Bullet Journaling
2026-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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.

Book Club: If the Dead Belong Here by Carson Faust
2026-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on If the Dead Belong Here by Carson Faust.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby.
This event is part of our Native American and Indigenous People’s Month 2026 programming.

Teen Choice
2026-11-10 15:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Gale Legal Forms 101: Accessing Essential Legal Documents
2026-11-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Allegheny County Law Library (ACLL), 414 Grant Street City/County Building, Room 921, Pittsburgh, 15219, United States
Need a legal form but don’t know where to start? Gale Legal Forms is a powerful database that provides access to thousands of state-specific legal documents, from leases and wills to tax forms and power of attorney forms. In this class, you’ll learn how to search for, download, and customize forms to fit your needs. You’ll also discover other valuable tools within Gale Legal Forms, including their legal dictionary, the Legal Q&A section, and Legal Life Articles, which provide helpful explanations of common legal topics. Whether you’re handling personal legal matters or assisting someone else, this resource can help you take the next step with confidence. No legal experience required! Join us to explore how the library can connect you to reliable legal forms and information
This class will take place at Allegheny County Law Library. Registration is encouraged; walk-ins are welcome!

Digital Skills: Getting Started with Microsoft Word
2026-11-10 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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.

Digital Skills: Getting Started with Computers
2026-11-10 12:30 - 13:30 | PA
Learn the basics of using a computer, starting with the mouse and keyboard, as well as resources to practice and continue your digital skills journey. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.
