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4400 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213 United States Get Directions
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main has several interior spaces used for programs and special events. This map provides a visual overview of those areas in the building.
First Floor:
    • Director's Conference Room
    • Graphic Novels Room
    • Quiet Reading Room
    • Children's Department
    • TeenSpace
Second Floor:
    • Free to the People Gallery
    • North Wing Music Room
    • South Wing Reading Room
    • Workforce Classroom
 
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Introduction to Individual Giving

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

This hybrid class gives an overview of the individual fundraising landscape and walks participants through the key components of an individual giving program. This course explains the importance of individual giving in a nonprofit’s fundraising strategy, and helps participants draft a plan to start or improve an annual individual giving program. This program will take … Continued

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Event Series We Learn: Let’s Have Fun Learning Spanish

We Learn: Let’s Have Fun Learning Spanish

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned. Click here to register on the P2PU website

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Meet Our Partner: SBA

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Come meet a team member from the U.S Small Business Administration and learn about their programs and services. This class takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main Library.

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Event Series Teen Choice

Teen Choice

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 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 … Continued

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Rivers of Steel Presents The Battle of Homestead

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

It was a defining event that revealed in the starkest terms the respective strength of labor and management in America in the 1890s. Learn more and stay for a Q&A after the presentation. Recommended for adults. This presentation will take place in the South Wing Reading Room.

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Event Series Let’s Speak English!

Let’s Speak English!

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

This is a relaxed, social discussion group where participants can freely practice their English-speaking skills with friendly neighbors. For English language learners looking to practice with other learners. This program will take place in the South Wing Reading Room on the second floor of CLP-Main Library.

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Kids Club

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 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.

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Storytime: Preschool Pals

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 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.

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Computer Basics 2: File Management

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

In this second class in our Computer Basic Series, you will learn about Files and Folders and how to organize and access them on your computer. This class will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of Main Library.

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Life Skills: Basics of Car Ownership

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Getting ready for a road trip? Are you a new car owner, or simply want to know some of the basics? Do you know how to check your oil properly? How much air should you put in your tires?  Join us for an informal and non-judgmental conversation and skill-sharing about how to care for your … Continued

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Job Search/Resume: Learning LinkedIn

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

This class will introduce you to the basic functions of the career networking service, LinkedIn. Create a profile and learn how to network with others to explore new job opportunities. This class takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of CLP-Main Library. This program was created for adults ages 18 -24, but … Continued

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