Beyond Pride Month
These titles focus on LGBTQIA+ history and experience through the stories of the people in the community and the images and video captured by the community.
Immigrant Heritage Month Book List
Immigrants came to Pittsburgh from many different parts of the world and helped make it the vibrant, cosmopolitan city it is today. The following list is just a sample of … Continued
Depolarizing From Within
The following titles are a mixture of liberal and conservative views, with the aim of providing a balance of contextual information to address the challenges of political polarization.
Trash or Treasure: Making Collage Art With Reclaimed Materials
Check out these resources to learn more and make your own collage!
Hear Me Out: What’s the Impact of Mass Incarceration on My Community?
The following titles will help to answer questions about mass incarceration and its impact on communities. If you’d like to have a conversation about the topic, check out the next ‘Hear Me Out’ Dialogue Series on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 from 5:30 PM–7:00 PM.
Dexter-ous Reads
As Showtime continues to tease the upcoming new season of ”Dexter,” my sister and I have been reading to curb our impatience. If, like us, you’re waiting to see what the ambiguously moral killer will get up to–or just feel like rooting for the bad guy–try these books in the meantime.
The Power of Story and Representation
It is essential for people of all backgrounds and experiences to learn the power of embracing their story and the importance of storytelling – no matter their niche.
LGBTQIA+ Family Stories
Family roles can feel like they are set in stone. For many of us, returning to our families of origin catapults us back in time. We’re once again the responsible … Continued
Changing Classical Dance: Racial Diversity and Disparity
These titles for all ages celebrate and center the lives, voices, work and influence of BIPOC dancers.
Wabi-Sabi: The Japanese Art of Finding the Beauty in Imperfections
Check out these resources that explore wabi sabi, the Japanese idea centered on the understanding that nothing is perfect and that’s okay; kintsugi, the art of repairing pottery with gold; and sashinko, the art of using embroidery or stitching to decoratively repair cloth.