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Pittsburgh entrepreneurs Christie Kliewer and Celine Roberts, co-owners of the Nine O’Clock Wines shop.

Christie & Celine’s Story

The idea behind Nine O’Clock Wines was simply to get people comfortable relaxing around a bottle of red or white. “I think it’s an unfortunate quality of the wine world … Continued

The Gallery at Main, a long white hallway with arching ceilings that has pieces of art hung on the walls.

Artist in Residence Showcases

Earlier this year, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh launched the Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt initiatives with a goal to honor her work, legacy, and leadership by increasing CLP’s resources and capacity … Continued

Harvey "Frzy" Daniels poses in a library.

Frzy’s Story

You make libraries a place to spark creativity that burns bright for decades and beyond. Thanks to you, kids have a place to build their future. Each afternoon of his … Continued

Tips for Reading with a Baby

Did you know that it’s never too early to start sharing books with your baby? Research tells us that the first three years of brain development are critical. When caregivers … Continued

Painting of a man and woman in dress typical of mid-19th Century, sitting on a bench by a tree stump.

Celebrate Poetry Month with us!

Celebrate Poetry Month with us! Each morning in April, the Rare Books and Special Collections Department at CLP – Main will bring poetry to life over the PA system. This … Continued

Illustration of three African American children in colorful dresses walking in a row. Art by Frank Morrison.

Rita Williams-Garcia Lecture

Pittsburgh is a reading—and writing—kind of town. Literary events large and small abound, from author visits at local independent bookstores to the annual Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books. We’re especially … Continued