Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
2026-10-06 12:30 - 13:30, 2026-10-03 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | CLP – Downtown, 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, 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.

Business Plan Essentials: Market Analysis
2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Creating a business plan is essential for any entrepreneur or business owner. In this class, you will learn how to locate market data and compare it with industry data, for use in your business plan. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.

Tuesday Deluxe Edition Book Club
2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on Velvet Was The Night by Silvia Moreno-Garcia.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook and as an eAudio on Libby.
This event is part of our Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 programming.

Scams, Fraud and Identity Theft Series - Identity Theft 101
2026-10-06 12:00 - 13:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
This multi-session series — led by Cyndie Carioli from the Allegheny County District Attorney’s Office and Phillip Little from the Pennsylvania Attorney General’s Office — equips participants to identify, prevent, and respond to scams and identity theft through expert instruction, real-world examples, and interactive lessons. These sessions will take place in the South Wing Reading Room on the 2nd floor of Main Library.
Topics Include:
September 8: Red Flags: Spotting Scams & Fraud
September 22: Local Scams: What’s Happening Here
October 6: Identity Theft 101
October 27: Imposter Scams: Key Tactics & How to Stay Safe
November 10: Test Your Scam IQ + Take‑Home Resources

Nonprofit SideKick presents Change Management for Nonprofits
2026-10-06 10:30 - 14:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Change is inevitable within our organizations, and it is happening at a faster pace than ever before. This session focuses on a balanced approach to change: Leading the people and process together. As a leader, knowing how change impacts staff, board, communities and donors will help create a process that is clear, measurable and provides support and guidance along the way. You will walk away with strategies to lead teams through change and create the right process for your organization. This hybrid program takes place online or in the South Wing Reading Room on the second floor of CLP-Main.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Woods Run, 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15212, 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
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, United States

Storytime: Preschool Pals
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, 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. Held in the nonfiction room in the children’s department.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Knoxville, 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15210, United States

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Lawrenceville, 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15201, United States
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.

University of Pittsburgh Writing Center presents Community Writing Center
2026-10-05 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!

WORKshop: Career Ready
2026-10-05 16:30 - 17:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor at the Main Library.

Teen Time
2026-10-05 15:30 - 16:30 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, 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: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
2026-10-05 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Mt. Washington, 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15211, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-05 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Hazelwood, 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15207, United States

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-05 11:00 - 11:30 | CLP – Beechview, 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15216, United States

Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop
2026-10-05 10:30 - 12:00 | CLP – Carrick, 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, 15210
This interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration required with limited seats; experience not necessary. Please inform the library and class instructor of special accommodations prior to workshop.
Use this link to register with Creative Citizen Studios.
Please note: By clicking on the registration link for Creative Citizen Studios Art Workshop, 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.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-05 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States

Pittsburgh Writer's Studio
2026-10-04 14:00 - 16:00 | CLP – Squirrel Hill, 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15217, United States
Let’s “freewrite” together! Use prompts and questions for reflection to spur writing, then share in a non-judgmental atmosphere. Leave with a new piece of writing you can work on later. Celebrate the joy of creating!

Music @ Main: Gadget Playground
2026-10-04 13:30 - 15:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us each month for an event focused on electronic music production, featuring guest speakers, demonstrations and instruments on display. Afterwards, explore what’s available in our Musical Instrument Lending Library! This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the 2nd floor.

"That Librarian" Banned Books Week Book Club
2026-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Join us in the Director’s Office Conference Room on the 1st floor of Main Library for a lively discussion on That Librarian: The Fight Against Book Banning in America by Amanda Jones.
This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook on Libby.

26 Unfortunate Ways to Die in 19th Century Pittsburgh
2026-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Poison! Pandemics! Elevators! Learn about the deadlier aspects of 19th Century Pittsburgh.

Storytime: Family Fun
2026-10-04 10:30 - 11:00 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States

Playdate at the Library
2026-10-04 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.

Sounds Upstairs: Rachel Mangold & Liza Barley
2026-10-03 15:00 - 16:30 | CLP – Main (Oakland), 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213, United States
Rachel Mangold (bass) and Liza Barley (violin) will perform sounds, improvisations, and compositions rooted in their ongoing research into the deconstruction and composting of perfectionism.
Held in the South Wing Reading Room.

Eden's Farm presents Community Education, Human Trafficking Awareness Training
2026-10-03 14:00 - 15:30 | CLP – West End, 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220, 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.

Kids Club
2026-10-03 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.

Book Club
2026-10-03 14:00 - 15:00 | CLP – Homewood, 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 15208, United States
Join us for a lively discussion on House of Bone and Rain by Gabino Iglesias.
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.

Share Your Stories: South Side
2026-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | CLP – South Side, 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15203, United States
Connect with neighbors by sharing photos, memorabilia, and stories of a different monthly theme.
