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Main (Oakland) Events
Gaming: Madden 13 & More!
Excel Basics -- ALL SEATS FILLED
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: In this introductory class, students will learn the basics of Microsoft's spreadsheet program, including the construction of formulas for math calculations.
Mock Interview
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Visit the Job & Career Education Center on Mondays between 12:00 and 1:00 PM for individualized assistance. A JCEC staff person will be available to conduct a mock interview and offer constructive feedback.
School-Age Program: Homeschool Tuesdays
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: Creative explorations for homeschooled children age 8 through 11. Each week will feature books and other resources, discussion and hands-on activities. An open study time will follow the programs.
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
School-Age Fun: Dig Up the Dead: Danger Club Offers Alan Irvine, Storyteller
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Zombies. Ghosts. The uneasy dead. Alan Irvine conjures up spooky legends and classic ghost tales. Recommended for brave souls elementary age and up.
Family Fun: Learn Sign Language
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
| Other Dates
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Children are born with an instinctive need to communicate. Using sign language gives them the ability to understand and "talk" with their hands. Join us while we share stories, songs and more using basic signs in this language. Open to all ages.
Gaming: Just Dance 4 & More!
Excel Beyond the Basics
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Are you ready for the next level? This class includes advanced formula use, data entry control, freezing panes, and adding comments to a cell.
Teen Gardening Thyme: Seed Bombs
Staffed Work Time - By Appointment
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Need one-on-one help with computers? Do you need someone to look over your resume or cover letter before you apply for a job? During staffed work time, a CLP staff member will be available to help you with your computer- and career-related questions.
Art Club: Drop-in DIY!
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needlecraft projects and join us for rowdy discussions on many topics, including the books we're reading and the movies we're watching.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Friends of the Main Library
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Want to be a Friend of the Main Library?
If you use and love the Main Library, please join us for a meeting to discuss how you can support the Main Library through fundraisers and advocacy efforts.
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance - By Appointment
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: A qualified Library staff member will be available in the Job & Career Education Center to help you create a strong resume and cover letter so you can land that all important interview. Space is limited, so please call to schedule an appointment.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Spanish II
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Spanish II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Spanish and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Gaming: Marvel Vs. Capcom 3 & More!
Preschool Discovery
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: Preschool Discovery prepares children to enter preschool or kindergarten. The program is based on Common Core Standards used in Pennsylvania schools and provides an opportunity for children to explore their world in a group setting.
Books in the Afternoon: The Sisters Brothers
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Sisters Brothers The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt.
Excel Expert Skills
Thursday, June 20, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This highest level class for Excel includes information on protecting your worksheets, advanced function use and templates.
French Conversation Club
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in French? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of French. No registration is required.
Books in the Afternoon: The Sisters Brothers
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Sisters Brothers by Patrick deWitt.
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, June 20, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
CHEAP DATE NIGHT: The Cult Film Series: Take in a classic cult film.
Gaming: NHL 11 & More!
PowerPoint Basics
Friday, June 21, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Want to impress your boss with a great presentation? Learn how to create slides with text and pictures, as well as other special techniques to make your next presentation a hit.
Wise Walk
Friday, June 21, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: Take a walk around Oakland. Get some exercise on our one-mile walk around the neighborhood and learn a little about Oakland, and maybe even the Library, in the process.
Red Herring Book Club: Thou Shalt Kill
Friday, June 21, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Thou Shalt Kill by Daniel Blake. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
Word Basics
Friday, June 21, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Learn the basics of word processing in this introductory class. This class will cover formatting text, saving a file, how to cut, copy and paste, as well as other fundamentals.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, June 21, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Gadget Lab
Saturday, June 22, 2013
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Do you have a new eReader or MP3 player? Bring your gadget and we'll show you how to use it with the Library's downloadable services.
Gaming: Kinect Adventures & More!
PowerPoint Beyond the Basics
Saturday, June 22, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: This class will take you beyond the basics of making a slideshow and into the realm of PowerPoint customization by teaching you how to make the most out of master slides.
Cuentos y Canciones: Spanish Storytime
Saturday, June 22, 2013
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Summary: Come and listen to stories, sing songs, and play games, all in Spanish! Open to kids of all ages and their families and caregivers.
Korean II
Saturday, June 22, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Russian Storytime
Saturday, June 22, 2013
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Everyone is invited to listen to stories and fairy tales in Russian, sing, play and much more. Geared toward fluent speakers, no instruction.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, June 22, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
LitAnalysis: Reading Fiction with Freud: Night Circus
Saturday, June 22, 2013
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Discuss contemporary fiction with insight from professional psychoanalysts from the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center.
School-Age Fun: Silly Saturday
Saturday, June 22, 2013
2:30 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary:
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, June 22, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, June 23, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
World Kaleidoscope: Folklore Ensemble Hrvatski Tanac
Sunday, June 23, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: The mission of Folklore Ensemble Hrvatski Tanac is to preserve the rich Croatian heritage for this generation of young people. They enjoy sharing their hard work by performing in concert, at festivals, and at local events.
Chinese for Beginners
Sunday, June 23, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This is an introduction for those who are new to Chinese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on the second and fourth Sundays in Classroom A.
Gaming: Call of Duty 2 & More!
Baby and Me
Monday, June 24, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, June 24, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Japanese for Beginners
Monday, June 24, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
German Conversation Club
Monday, June 24, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Family Storytime
Monday, June 24, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Gaming: Street Fighter X Tekken & More!
Computer Basics
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: In this class you will learn the fundamentals of a computer and how to use Microsoft Windows.
Mock Interview
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Visit the Job & Career Education Center on Mondays between 12:00 and 1:00 PM for individualized assistance. A JCEC staff person will be available to conduct a mock interview and offer constructive feedback.
School-Age Program: Homeschool Tuesdays
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: Creative explorations for homeschooled children age 8 through 11. Each week will feature books and other resources, discussion and hands-on activities. An open study time will follow the programs.
Internet Basics
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Learn how to use a browser to navigate the WWW and search using a subject index, search engine and addresses.
CLP Teen Gay Straight Alliance: Bi-monthly Meeting
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: Come join us in the Teen Room for a meeting of the CLP Teen Gay Straight Alliance. This group is for all LGBTQ and straight teenagers who want to support each other and make new friends!
Japanese II
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Japanese and are interested in increasing proficiency. Ability to read and write hiragana is required to take this class.
Family Fun: Learn Sign Language
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
| Other Dates
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Children are born with an instinctive need to communicate. Using sign language gives them the ability to understand and "talk" with their hands. Join us while we share stories, songs and more using basic signs in this language. Open to all ages.
Gaming: Kinect Sports Season 2 & More!
Publisher Basics: Computer Class
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
10:30 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Do you want to make your own flyers, business cards, banners or brochures? This class will show you how to use Publisher to make a multi-page document using advanced text box skills.
Art club meets the LABS: Miracle Fruit taste-tripping!
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Resume and Cover Letter Assistance - By Appointment
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 8:00 PM
Summary: A qualified Library staff member will be available in the Job & Career Education Center to help you create a strong resume and cover letter so you can land that all important interview. Space is limited, so please call to schedule an appointment.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Italian for Beginners
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to the Italian language meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Gaming: NBA 2K13 & More!
Preschool Discovery
Thursday, June 27, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: Preschool Discovery prepares children to enter preschool or kindergarten. The program is based on Common Core Standards used in Pennsylvania schools and provides an opportunity for children to explore their world in a group setting.
Learn LinkedIn
Thursday, June 27, 2013
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: This small one-hour workshop will introduce you to the basic functions of the career networking service LinkedIn. Hosted in the Job & Career Education Center on the Second Floor.
Access Basics
Thursday, June 27, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Learn the basics of Microsoft’s relational database management program.
Chinese Conversation Club
Thursday, June 27, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in Chinese? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of Chinese. No registration is required.
Spanish Conversation Club: El club de conversación en Español
Thursday, June 27, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Whether your Spanish skills are intermediate or fluent, join us for lively and engaging conversation in Spanish. Si eres intermedio o avanzado, practica con nosotros, tus habilidades del idioma, en conversaciones vivas y comprometidas.
The Den: A Special Programming Series for New Adults
Thursday, June 27, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Why should kids and teens have all the fun in the Library? Join the First Floor on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (beginning February 14) for video games, board games, easy drop-in art projects, book discussions and more!
Let's Learn Spanish! Special Edition: Fairy Houses: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, June 27, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For kids ages 3-7 and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
Gaming: FIFA 11 & More!
Wise Walk
Friday, June 28, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:30 AM
Summary: Take a walk around Oakland. Get some exercise on our one-mile walk around the neighborhood and learn a little about Oakland, and maybe even the Library, in the process.
WORKshop: Developing a Career at Alorica Call Centers
Friday, June 28, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Alorica is the leader in call center services. Inbound Customer Service Agents work with a base salary plus earn monthly bonus incentives. This session will provide you with all the information you need to apply for a job with Alorica.
Word Expert Skills
Friday, June 28, 2013
2:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This class will introduce you to tabs and mail merge. Then, we'll focus on editing a long document, including creating and abiding by editorial comments and using Word's advanced document navigation features.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, June 28, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Gaming: Kinect Joy Ride & More!
Korean II
Saturday, June 29, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, June 29, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, June 29, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, June 30, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
Baby and Me
Monday, July 1, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, July 1, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Writers LIVE @ CLP - Main: Yona Harvey
Monday, July 1, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Yona Harvey is a literary artist and university professor in creative writing who lives and works in Pittsburgh. She appears at Writers LIVE with her extraordinary debut poetry collection, Hemming the Water.
Spanish for Beginners
Monday, July 1, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to Spanish meets on the first and third Monday of each month.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 1, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
HOW: Hands-On Workshop Series—Herbal Sunscreen with Cynthia: A Division of The People's University
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Cynthia Hill, from Third Day Luxury Soaps & Garden, will teach you to make your own organic SPF 30 sunscreen from herbs, pure vegetable and nut butters and titanium oxide.
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
Family Fun: Learn Sign Language
Tuesday, July 2, 2013
| Other Dates
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Children are born with an instinctive need to communicate. Using sign language gives them the ability to understand and "talk" with their hands. Join us while we share stories, songs and more using basic signs in this language. Open to all ages.
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needlecraft projects and join us for rowdy discussions on many topics, including the books we're reading and the movies we're watching.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Spanish II
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Spanish II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Spanish and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, July 5, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Family Fun: Dig Into Stories . . . and More!
Korean II
Saturday, July 6, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Italian II
Saturday, July 6, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Italian II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Italian and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, July 6, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, July 6, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
International Cinema Sunday (Australia)
Sunday, July 7, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: With a contract to perform a drag show in Alice Springs, Tick, Adam and Ralph each has his own reason for wanting to leave the safety of Sydney for the trip across the Outback.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, July 7, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
Baby and Me
Monday, July 8, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, July 8, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Japanese for Beginners
Monday, July 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
German Conversation Club
Monday, July 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Japanese II
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Japanese and are interested in increasing proficiency. Ability to read and write hiragana is required to take this class.
Family Fun: Learn Sign Language
Tuesday, July 9, 2013
| Other Dates
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Children are born with an instinctive need to communicate. Using sign language gives them the ability to understand and "talk" with their hands. Join us while we share stories, songs and more using basic signs in this language. Open to all ages.
Conversation Salon
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
10:15 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Conversation Salon is a forum for active participation in the discussion of the meaningful and interesting events of our time and an opportunity to connect with, participate in and contribute to your community.
Family Fun: Don't Let the Pigeon Take Over the Library!!: the best of Mo Willems
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
10:30 AM
- 11:15 AM
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Gadget Lab
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Do you have a new eReader or MP3 player? Bring your gadget and we'll show you how to use it with the Library's downloadable services.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Italian for Beginners
Wednesday, July 10, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to the Italian language meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Gaming
Super Science @ Your Library--Fireflies!
Chinese Conversation Club
Thursday, July 11, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in Chinese? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of Chinese. No registration is required.
Spanish Conversation Club: El club de conversación en Español
Thursday, July 11, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Whether your Spanish skills are intermediate or fluent, join us for lively and engaging conversation in Spanish. Si eres intermedio o avanzado, practica con nosotros, tus habilidades del idioma, en conversaciones vivas y comprometidas.
The Den: A Special Programming Series for New Adults
Thursday, July 11, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Why should kids and teens have all the fun in the Library? Join the First Floor on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (beginning February 14) for video games, board games, easy drop-in art projects, book discussions and more!
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, July 11, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
Bound Together Book Club - Library & Museum Collaboration
Thursday, July 11, 2013
6:30 PM
- 7:45 PM
Summary: Join us for a 15-minute gallery talk followed by conversation in a casual museum setting. We'll discuss Arabian Sands by Wilfred Thesiger and related works from the permanent collection.
Family Fun: Storytelling Alive presents . . . Storyteller Joanna Demarest!
Friday, July 12, 2013
10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
WORKshop: Developing a Career at UPMC
Friday, July 12, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Come and meet a Human Resources Representative from UPMC who will walk you through the entire application and hiring process. Please call 412-578-2561 to register for this session.
Let's READ English: The Little Prince
Friday, July 12, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language and you like to read, join us to read one book each month and then meet to discuss the story, improve your vocabulary and practice your English reading and conversational skills.
WORKshop: Developing a Career at UPMC
Friday, July 12, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: Come and meet a Human Resources Representative from UPMC who will walk you through the entire application and hiring process. Please call 412-578-2561 to register for this session.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, July 12, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Korean II
Saturday, July 13, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, July 13, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Saturday Matinee
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, July 13, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Arabic for Beginners
Sunday, July 14, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Arabic for Beginners gives an introduction to the language, and the culture, of Saudi Arabia. It meets on the second and third Sunday of each month.
Sunday Afternoon Music Series: Ferla-Marcinizyn Guitar Duo
Sunday, July 14, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: The Ferla-Marcinizyn guitar duo performs frequently for audiences of all ages. Their repertoire spans five centuries and includes music by traditional and contemporary composers as well as folk, jazz, and popular arrangements.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, July 14, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
Chinese for Beginners
Sunday, July 14, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This is an introduction for those who are new to Chinese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on the second and fourth Sundays in Classroom A.
Baby and Me
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Spanish for Beginners
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to Spanish meets on the first and third Monday of each month.
Out of the Gutter: Graphic Novel Discussion Group - Cecil and Jordan in New York by Gabrielle Bell
Monday, July 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This program is meant for adults and teens who want to share their interest in graphic novels, discuss graphic novel related news and trends, and discover more titles and authors to enjoy.
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
Family Fun: Learn Sign Language
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
| Other Dates
7:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Children are born with an instinctive need to communicate. Using sign language gives them the ability to understand and "talk" with their hands. Join us while we share stories, songs and more using basic signs in this language. Open to all ages.
Teen Gardening Thyme: Make Your Own Salad Dressing
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Did you know that Main Library planted a garden this spring? Join us to check out the vegetables and herbs growing in the garden.
Then pick and choose the herbs of your choice to create your own salad dressing!
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needlecraft projects and join us for rowdy discussions on many topics, including the books we're reading and the movies we're watching.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Spanish II
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Spanish II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Spanish and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, July 17, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Gaming
Books in the Afternoon: The Dovekeepers
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman.
Super Science @ Your Library--Undersea Life!
French Conversation Club
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in French? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of French. No registration is required.
Books in the Afternoon: The Dovekeepers
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of contemporary fiction. This month's selection is The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman.
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, July 18, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
CHEAP DATE NIGHT: The Cult Film Series: Take in a classic cult film.
Red Herring Book Club: Steel City Confessions
Friday, July 19, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Steel City Confessions by Thomas Lipinski. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, July 19, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Gadget Lab
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
10:00 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Do you have a new eReader or MP3 player? Bring your gadget and we'll show you how to use it with the Library's downloadable services.
Korean II
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Italian II
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Italian II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Italian and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Passport to the World: Australia: Do you Dig Down Under?
Saturday, July 20, 2013
2:30 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: Visit the Land Down Under where you'll meet greedy Tiddalick at the billabong and learn to speak a few words of 'Strine! Design your own Aboriginal "bark" painting while you listen to the music of the digeridoo.
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Outside the Lines: STEM + Art
The People's University: Immaculate Reflections on Oakland’s Sports History
Saturday, July 20, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Jim O’Brien, Pittsburgh’s famous sports author, will discuss significant sports venues and events in the Oakland area, which was once the "playground" of Pittsburgh. Book signing to follow.
Arabic for Beginners
Sunday, July 21, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Arabic for Beginners gives an introduction to the language, and the culture, of Saudi Arabia. It meets on the second and third Sunday of each month.
Sunday Poetry and Reading Series: Rosaly DeMaios Roffman
Sunday, July 21, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Rosaly DeMaios Roffman taught creative writing and founded a folklore/mythology center at Indian University of Pennsylvania.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, July 21, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
Baby and Me
Monday, July 22, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, July 22, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Japanese for Beginners
Monday, July 22, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
German Conversation Club
Monday, July 22, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 22, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Ukulele Mayhem
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
2:00 PM
- 3:30 PM
Summary: Learn and record a few tunes on the ukulele!
Writers LIVE @ CLP - Main: Chip Walter
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Chip Walter, former CNN bureau chief, science writer, and Pittsburgh resident visits Writers LIVE with his new book, Last Ape Standing: The Seven-Million-Year Story of How and Why We Survived.
Japanese II
Tuesday, July 23, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Japanese and are interested in increasing proficiency. Ability to read and write hiragana is required to take this class.
Family Fun: Dig Into Stories . . . and More!
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Italian for Beginners
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to the Italian language meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Gaming
Super Science @ Your Library--Recycle Everyday!
The Den: A Special Programming Series for New Adults
Thursday, July 25, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Why should kids and teens have all the fun in the Library? Join the First Floor on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (beginning February 14) for video games, board games, easy drop-in art projects, book discussions and more!
Chinese Conversation Club
Thursday, July 25, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in Chinese? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of Chinese. No registration is required.
Spanish Conversation Club: El club de conversación en Español
Thursday, July 25, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Whether your Spanish skills are intermediate or fluent, join us for lively and engaging conversation in Spanish. Si eres intermedio o avanzado, practica con nosotros, tus habilidades del idioma, en conversaciones vivas y comprometidas.
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, July 25, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
WORKshop: Developing a Career at Giant Eagle
Friday, July 26, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Learn about beginning a rewarding career at Giant Eagle, one of the region's largest employers! Giant Eagle recruiters will share information about their company's job openings, as well as tips for applying to them.
Bad Movie Fridays!
Friday, July 26, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Some films are so bad, they're good! Join us as we watch the films everybody loves to hate!
Korean II
Saturday, July 27, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, July 27, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, July 27, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, July 28, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
World Kaleidoscope: The Filipino American Association of Pittsburgh Dance Troupe
Sunday, July 28, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: The Filipino American Association of Pittsburgh Dance Troupe is a cultural / folkloric dance ensemble. Their varied repertoire reflects the diversity of Philippine culture and history.
Black Holes, Beakers, and Books: The Better Angels of our Nature
Sunday, July 28, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: Join us for a discussion of The Better Angels of our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined by Steven Pinker.
Chinese for Beginners
Sunday, July 28, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This is an introduction for those who are new to Chinese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on the second and fourth Sundays in Classroom A.
Baby and Me
Monday, July 29, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, July 29, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Family Storytime
Monday, July 29, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Family Fun: Dig Into Stories . . . and More!
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Gaming
French Conversation Club
Thursday, August 1, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in French? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of French. No registration is required.
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, August 1, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
Korean II
Saturday, August 3, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Italian II
Saturday, August 3, 2013
| Other Dates
12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Italian II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Italian and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, August 3, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
School-Age Fun: Silly Saturday
Saturday, August 3, 2013
2:30 PM
- 3:30 PM
The People's University: Rev Up Your Personal Style
Saturday, August 3, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Personal shopper and blogger Bernadette Ulsamer presents handy guidelines for dressing to flatter your individual shape and personal style.
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, August 3, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, August 4, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
International Cinema Sunday (Chad)
Sunday, August 4, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 4:00 PM
Summary: Adam is forced to give up his job and with the country in the throes of civil war, a penniless and resentful Adam makes a decision he will forever regret.
Baby and Me
Monday, August 5, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, August 5, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
Family Storytime
Monday, August 5, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Wind down for the day with bedtime stories, activities and fun for the whole family.
Spanish for Beginners
Monday, August 5, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to Spanish meets on the first and third Monday of each month.
HOW: Hands-On Workshop Series—Sausage and Bread Making with Luke: A Division of The People's University
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Luke Och, from the Crested Duck Charcuterie, an artisan meat market in the Beechview neighborhood, and baker behind the Birdsong Bread blog, will teach you to make sausage from scratch and the buns to go with it.
Japanese Conversation Club
Tuesday, August 6, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture.
Family Fun: Dig Into Stories . . . and More!
Carnegie Knits & Reads
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
| Other Dates
4:30 PM
- 5:30 PM
Summary: Bring your knitting, crocheting or other needlecraft projects and join us for rowdy discussions on many topics, including the books we're reading and the movies we're watching.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Spanish II
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Spanish II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Spanish and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Chinese Conversation Club
Thursday, August 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in Chinese? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of Chinese. No registration is required.
Gaming
Spanish Conversation Club: El club de conversación en Español
Thursday, August 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Whether your Spanish skills are intermediate or fluent, join us for lively and engaging conversation in Spanish. Si eres intermedio o avanzado, practica con nosotros, tus habilidades del idioma, en conversaciones vivas y comprometidas.
The Den: A Special Programming Series for New Adults
Thursday, August 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Why should kids and teens have all the fun in the Library? Join the First Floor on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month (beginning February 14) for video games, board games, easy drop-in art projects, book discussions and more!
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, August 8, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
WORKshop: Developing a Career at The University of Pittsburgh
Friday, August 9, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Learn about beginning a rewarding career at The University of Pittsburgh, one of the region's largest employers! A University of Pittsburgh recruiter will share information about the University's job openings, as well as tips for applying to them.
Let's READ English: Animal Farm
Friday, August 9, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language and you like to read, join us to read one book each month and then meet to discuss the story, improve your vocabulary and practice your English reading and conversational skills.
Korean II
Saturday, August 10, 2013
| Other Dates
11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, August 10, 2013
| Other Dates
1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Saturday Matinee
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, August 10, 2013
| Other Dates
3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
Arabic for Beginners
Sunday, August 11, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Arabic for Beginners gives an introduction to the language, and the culture, of Saudi Arabia. It meets on the second and third Sunday of each month.
Sensory Storytime: A storytime for children with special needs, their friends and families
Sunday, August 11, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Stories songs and fun for children with special needs, their friends and families. An interactive, sensory exploration and a discussion period for parents following the program.
Sunday Afternoon Music Series: Molly Alphabet
Sunday, August 11, 2013
| Other Dates
2:00 PM
- 3:00 PM
Summary: Molly Alphabet is a country singer born, raised, and residing in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood. She gives voice to the inner Kitty Wells of her male counterpart, singer-songwriter Chet Vincent (of the Big Bend).
Chinese for Beginners
Sunday, August 11, 2013
| Other Dates
3:30 PM
- 4:30 PM
Summary: This is an introduction for those who are new to Chinese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on the second and fourth Sundays in Classroom A.
Baby and Me
Monday, August 12, 2013
| Other Dates
10:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
Summary: Come and bounce, sing, clap, listen to stories and more with your child who is birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start Library visits, to learn new rhymes and lullabies, to listen to stories and to meet other children the same age.
Terrific Tales for Toddlers
Monday, August 12, 2013
| Other Dates
11:30 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: A storytime for children age 18 months to 3 years with an adult. Stories and related activities are chosen to entice young children and promote their emerging literacy. Social and playtime follows.
German Conversation Club
Monday, August 12, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in German? Whether your German language skills are intermediate or fluent, you are invited to this informal conversation club.
Japanese for Beginners
Monday, August 12, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty.
Japanese II
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: Japanese II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Japanese and are interested in increasing proficiency. Ability to read and write hiragana is required to take this class.
Family Fun: Dig Into Stories . . . and More!
Gadget Lab
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Do you have a new eReader or MP3 player? Bring your gadget and we'll show you how to use it with the Library's downloadable services.
Conversation Salon
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
10:15 AM
- 12:00 PM
Summary: Conversation Salon is a forum for active participation in the discussion of the meaningful and interesting events of our time and an opportunity to connect with, participate in and contribute to your community.
Let's Speak English
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
5:00 PM
- 6:00 PM
Summary: If English is not your native language, join our group for lively English conversation. You don't need to bring anything, and there is no need to register. Let's Speak English is free and meets every Wednesday from 5-6 pm in Classroom A.
Italian for Beginners
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:30 PM
Summary: This introduction to the Italian language meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month.
Baby and Me PM
Wednesday, August 14, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Bounce, sing, clap and listen to stories with your child, birth to 18 months. This is a perfect time to start library visits and meet other children and their parents.
Gaming
French Conversation Club
Thursday, August 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:00 PM
- 7:00 PM
Summary: Would you like an opportunity to converse in French? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of French. No registration is required.
Let's Learn Spanish!: Spanish language fun for the whole family
Thursday, August 15, 2013
| Other Dates
6:30 PM
- 7:15 PM
Summary: For school-aged children and their adults. Learn to speak Spanish through stories, songs and rhymes. New vocabulary will be introduced every week.
CHEAP DATE NIGHT: The Cult Film Series: Take in a classic cult film.
Red Herring Book Club: Sticky Fingers
Friday, August 16, 2013
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1:00 PM
- 2:00 PM
Summary: Join us for lively discussions of your favorite mystery novels. This month's selection is Sticky Fingers by Nancy Martin. Discussions are held in the Teen Quiet Study Room.
Korean II
Saturday, August 17, 2013
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11:00 AM
- 12:30 PM
Summary: Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Italian II
Saturday, August 17, 2013
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12:00 PM
- 1:00 PM
Summary: Italian II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Italian and are interested in increasing proficiency.
Korean for Beginners
Saturday, August 17, 2013
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1:00 PM
- 2:30 PM
Summary: Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday in the Large Print Room.
Outside the Lines: STEM + Art
Korean-Advanced
Saturday, August 17, 2013
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3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: This class will focus on conversational Korean, utilizing the scripts of popular Korean television shows. Each class lasts two hours and will meet every Saturday in the Large Print Room on the First Floor.
The People's University: The Life of Willie Stargell
Saturday, August 17, 2013
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3:00 PM
- 5:00 PM
Summary: Pittsburgh native and journalist Frank Garland tells the story of Pittsburgh Pirate Willie Stargell. Book signing to follow.
