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An adult in a red jacket and a child in a blue sweater snuggle at the Library.

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

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. … Continued

Little boy paying close attention to a library storytime

Storytime: Preschool Pals

CLP – South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh

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 … Continued

An adult in a red jacket and a child in a blue sweater snuggle at the Library.

Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs

CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

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. … Continued

Teenager doing an experiment connecting wires into lemons

Teen Time

CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield 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.

Three elementary school students working on small robotic projects in science lab.

Kids Club: Make a Zampona (Andean Panpipe)

CLP – Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh

Children will learn about the history of the zampoña (zam pown ya), a type of panpipe used throughout the Andean region in the countries of Peru, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador…

Stock photo of a teenager dancing with their eyes closed.

Shhh…It’s a Disco!

CLP – Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh

Join us for a teen-only silent disco, where everyone dances to the music they want to. We will have light snacks and drinks to enjoy while you spend time with…

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 – Allegheny 1230 Federal 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

A teenager with colored hair draws sketches indoor.

Teen Choice

CLP – Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, 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

Group of teens crowded around table with paper and pens out

Teen Time

CLP – Lawrenceville 279 Fisk 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.

A teenager shades a drawing in a sketchbook.

Teen Time

CLP – Mt. Washington 315 Grandview Avenue, 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.

Side view of a child, about ten, programming electric toys and robots at classroom.

Kids Choice

CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, 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

Close-up of a teenager's laughing face during Battle of the Books.

Teen Time

CLP – Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, 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.

Two children look out of frame during a library program.

Kids Club: Papel Picado

CLP – Allegheny 1230 Federal Street, 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…

Three elementary school students working on small robotic projects in science lab.

Kids Club: Hojalata (Mexican Tin Art)

CLP – Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh

In this program, Kids Club participants will create their own hojalata, or Mexican Tin Art. Children will learn about the history of hojalata, as well as key aspects of Mexican…

Three teens smile and share pencils

Canceled Teen Choice

CLP – West End 47 Wabash St, 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…

Elementary school children assemble building and robotic parts by instructions.

Kids Choice

CLP – Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, 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

School children pour acrylic paint into a cup for a pottery project.

Kids Club: Papel Picado

CLP – Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, 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…

Mature senior adult sitting on floor of living room practicing guided meditation at home, with eyes closed and headphones on.

Meditation with a Monk

CLP – East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh

Join us for an hour long meditation program that explores techniques for relaxing the body and calming the mind, while also cultivating mindfulness, loving kindness, and equanimity. No equipment or … Continued