Making Connections
Previous posts this week have focused on the ways that Censorship Divides Us. That phrase is one half of this year’s Banned Books Week theme. The other is Books Unite Us … Continued
Organized Opposition to the Right to Read — Recent Changes to the Library Landscape
An unprecedented volume of attempts to reduce access to materials and services from school and public libraries was documented in 2021 by the American Library Association’s Office for Intellectual Freedom … Continued
Charles N. Boyd – Consummate Musician
Charles Newell Boyd (1875-1937) was a much loved and respected music instructor, musicologist, and church musician. He achieved distinction in 4 spheres: as a teacher, a writer, a community organizer, and … Continued
Fabulous Fall Activities for Early Learners
I don’t know about y’all, but fall is my number-one season. Break out the autumn sweaters and decorative gourds! For families and caregivers with young children, this season also provides endless opportunities for early learning. Here are a few of my favorite activities which I look forward to year-round.
2022 CivicCLP Speaker Series Lineup
This year’s CivicCLP Speaker Series features voices who will inspire, excite and challenge the community with fresh ideas and perspectives on the importance of difficult dialogue, social infrastructure, record transparency and more!
Homework Help & Tutoring – Fall 2022
Find support for school success with the Library’s in-person and virtual tutoring services. IN PERSON HOMEWORK HELP AND TUTORING (Grades K-8) Need help with homework? Looking for tutoring for … Continued
Virtual Book Club – September Pick – Record of a Spaceborn Few by Becky Chambers
Introduction Join a lively conversation with fellow book lovers via Zoom to discuss Record of a Spaceborn Few by Becky Chambers. Brimming with Chambers’ signature blend of heart-warming character relationships … Continued
CLP Spotlights: Ken Sines from PCSI
Welcome to #CLPSpotlights, our monthly series highlighting individuals and organizations that make a difference in their community. This month, we interviewed Ken Sines, the Outreach Coordinator and Job Developer for PCSI … Continued
Let’s Go Birdwatching
There are many kinds of birds to see around town if you look. Not just pigeons and robins, but also woodpeckers, cardinals, hummingbirds, and more. Would you like to learn more about birds? Check out Allegheny County Park Rangers presents Birds and Nests at CLP – Sheraden on August 16th.
Does the Doggy Die?
Anyone else prefer to watch the same movies or TV shows over and over and over? Are you leery of new media, and not just because it means another subscription you’ll forget to cancel? Then check out these resources.