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A child, about three, holds a balloon while watching a storytime presentation.

Storytime: Family Fun

CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

A group of children, between three and five, listen to a storytime presentation.

Storytime: Family Fun

CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

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Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group

CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh

Join us for a lively discussion on A Ballad of Love and Glory by Reyna Grande. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog and as an eBook and…

Baby and caregiver playing with scarves.

Storytime: Family Fun

CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

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Community Scan Day

CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

Three teenagers write on a flat whiteboard that has been set up between them.

Teen Time: Sculpted Alebrijes

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

This Teen Time program will teach teens about the cultural significance of alebrijes, Mexican folk sculptures featuring mythical creatures. Teens will learn about the different ways to showcase cultural art,…

Two teenagers sit at a table beading friendship bracelets.

Teen Choice

CLP – Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Two teens wearing headphones at a laptop.

Teen Time

CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh

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.

Teen Girl Reading A Book Lying On The Grass

Teen Choice

CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

A smiling teen in glasses and a sporty sweater

Teen Choice

CLP – Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Two kids at table doing crafts

Kids Choice

CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh

Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children’s space; or teach other kids something you love. Children’s Services staff will … Continued

Child, about seven, watching experiments with colored liquids outside.

Super Science

CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Two school children using air pressure rocket made out of a soda bottle.

Super Science

CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Overhead shot of a child sketching on a blank piece of paper.

Kids Club: Papel Picado

CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh

Children will learn about the Mexican art of papel picado, or “perforated/pecked paper,” and the Day of the Dead/el Día de Muertos while creating art that reflects themselves or others…

Two siblings, about 5 and 8, read together in a cubby in the children's section of the library. The older child is wearing sensory headphones.

Rising Reader Celebration

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CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh

Come check out our newest Children’s materials – Decodable books! Decodables are a new beginning reader book that focuses on phonics. They give kids the confidence they need to become … Continued

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Canceled Pittsburgh Water presents Meet Your Watershed

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CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, Pittsburgh

Join us as we use a hands-on model to learn about our watershed, sewer systems, and stormwater and discover easy things you can do to protect our rivers! Recommended for…

Elementary school children assemble building and robotic parts by instructions.

Kids Club: Frida Kahlo Altered Images

CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

This facilitated group learning program will help kids to learn about Mexican artist Frida Kahlo and her technique of altering her own self-portraits as a form of identity reclamation and…

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Let’s Speak English

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

Join us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on … Continued

A mammal's skull rests on a patch of grass.

Naturalist Char Ross presents Animal Skull Mysteries

CLP – Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh

Educator Char Ross presents engaging explorations of Pennsylvania wildlife, designed to spark curiosity and hope. Programs empower audiences with interpretive skills through hands-on investigation, fostering meaningful connection with nature. For … Continued

Young children of varying age stretch while sitting on a colorful mat during storytime.

Storytime: Family Fun

CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Side view portrait of a teenager drawing while enjoying art and craft class in school.

Canceled Teen Choice

CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh

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…

Two smiling adults shake hands in front of an open door.

Business and Nonprofit Networking

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

Grow your network, connect with other Pittsburgh nonprofits and small businesses, and learn about CLP’s business and nonprofit resources. This monthly drop-in event takes place in the South Wing Reading … Continued

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Pride and Joy Book Club

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh
Hybrid Event
Free

Group of modern immigrant students learning irregular verbs of English Language in an ESL class.

Let’s Speak English

CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

A person cutting fabric with scissors preparing for cross-stitch embroidery.

Create and Connect

CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

Three small children look through a basket of shaker eggs the librarian offers them.

Storytime: Pajama Storytime

CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh

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. … Continued

Toddlers playing with toy cars.

Playdate at the Library

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

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ACLL & PMC Present: Protection From Abuse Workshop

CLP – Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh
Hybrid Event

This session offers a straightforward look at how to navigate the legal process for obtaining a Protection from Abuse (PFA) order in Pennsylvania. We will discuss what specifically constitutes “abuse” … Continued