Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Historic Tour
2026-10-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-10 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us as we take you on a guided tour through Andrew Carnegie’s Main Library. You’ll get a look at the wonderful architecture that created this historic landmark, as well as how the building’s interior has changed over time. No registration required, space is limited. Tour will begin on the First Floor of CLP-Main near the Director’s Office, left of the lobby entrance.

Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh presents "Picture This" Listening Session
2026-10-10 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States
Join Age-Friendly to share perspectives on aging in your community. Refreshments provided, and participants can enter to win a Block Party Box (gift card and party supplies!). All ages welcome.

Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse presents Make a Pet Bat
2026-10-10 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States
Join Creative Reuse in making a spooky and sweet pet bat with reused materials! We’ll use recycled paper to build our bats and personalize them with things like buttons, beads, ribbon, and more.

We Learn: Korean Class – Beginner
2026-10-10 12:45 - 13:30 | 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: September 12, 19, 26 October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 November 7, 14 in Classroom A.

Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
2026-10-10 12:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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.

Cookbook Club
2026-10-10 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 1,000 Foods to Eat Before You Die: A Food Lover’s Life List by Mimi Sheraton.
This title is available for checkout on our Catalog, as an eBook on Libby, and as an eBook on Hoopla.

We Learn: Korean Class – Intermediate
2026-10-10 12:00 - 12:45 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse presents Make a Pet Bat
2026-10-10 11:00 - 12:00 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, United States

Grammy Sue presents Grammy Sue Sings!
2026-10-10 11:00 - 11:45 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
Grammy Sue plays guitar and sings songs for children. The songs range from nursery rhymes through modern children’s songs. Shows combine a concert, sing-along, and get-up-and-dance party! For kids age birth to 6 years.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-10 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, 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.

We Learn: Korean Class – Advanced
2026-10-10 10:30 - 12:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Book Club
2026-10-10 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210
Join us for a lively discussion on The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and eAudio on Libby.
This event is part of our Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 programming.

Chinese Library for Children presents Bilingual Story Hour
2026-10-10 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Join us for stories, songs, movement and hands-on activities–designed to introduce children to language and culture through play and shared reading.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-10 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States

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

Neighborworks presents First Time Homebuyers Workshop
2026-10-10 09:30 - 17:30 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, 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.
Please check the Neighborworks website for registration.

Pittsburgh Zoo presents Pittsburgh Zoo: Wonders of Wildlife
2026-10-09 13:00 - 13:45 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Discover fur, feathers, and scales in this introduction to some of the world’s most fascinating animals. Using live animals from the Zoo, we will explore the physical characteristics of each animal while learning how they are uniquely adapted to their environments.

Let's Speak English!
2026-10-09 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.

Playdate at the Library
2026-10-09 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, 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.

Library Lounge: Coffee and Conversation
2026-10-09 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.

Create and Connect: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
2026-10-09 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
Join us for needlecrafting and fiber art 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.

Playdate at the Library
2026-10-09 10:30 - 11:30 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States

Little Artists
2026-10-09 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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
2026-10-09 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Children learn and grow through art! Little Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers and a time to explore colors, shapes, textures, and materials. To encourage open experimentation and self-expression, this program focuses on the process of creation rather than the finished product.

Coffee + Connect
2026-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
Join us to enjoy some coffee and snacks and meet a representative from a local community organization to learn more about their services.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-09 10:00 - 10:30 | CLP – Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP), 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, 15213, United States

Adult Read Aloud: Banned Books
2026-10-08 18:30 - 20:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Do you enjoy hearing books read aloud? Are you interested in sampling a variety of books to help you find your next read? Join us for our Adult Read Aloud series. Every week CLP staff will read aloud excerpts from books of their choosing, all focusing on the week’s central theme. After the reading, there will be time to discuss the readings with staff and other attendees. This program will take place in the South Wing Reading Room

Job and Career: Career Cruising
2026-10-08 18:30 - 19:30 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Learn more about different career fields that interest you! CLP offers resources to help you explore careers and navigate career transitions.

WORKshop: Nonprofit
2026-10-08 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.
