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Celebrate Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month. To celebrate, here is a list of newer biographies for children that highlight a variety of remarkable and determined women. They feature a broad range of women from many different fields, including science, activism, and the arts. These books will inspire young readers to stand up for what is right and follow their dreams. 

Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month! From women’s roles in prehistory to today’s intersectional feminist movement, information on almost any aspect of Women’s History can be found at the Carnegie Library … Continued

Here to Help: Autism

For life’s big and small moments Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh staff have created Here to Help booklists. Here to Help booklists provide information and support in navigating life experiences. Librarians … Continued

Summer Reading 2024: Kids Picks

While the 2024 Olympics are happening in Paris, the library’s annual summer reading challenge will be in full swing from June 16 to August 11 here in Pittsburgh.   And just … Continued

Marathon Reads

Whether the Pittsburgh Marathon has you lacing up your shoes to compete, or recommitting to your New Year’s Resolution, these books can keep you on track.   We’ve got experienced marathoners … Continued

Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt

Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt’s legacy has been felt by many whether it is through her impact as a librarian or her curated collection of African American art.  To learn more about Ms. Davidson Hewitt and Black Librarianship, staff have curated a list of suggested readings.  

Women’s Voices, Women’s Lives

  March is Women’s History Month. It’s also when Pittsburgh Public Schools celebrate Literacy Week, March 4-8, 2024. This year’s theme is “A Celebration of Women Writers.”  This list of … Continued