Arab American Heritage Month
April is National Arab American Heritage Month, during which we celebrate Arab American history, culture, language, heritage, and accomplishments. One way to celebrate is by reading one (or more!) children’s … Continued
Battle of the Books 2024
Competitive readers, it is time to wipe off your reading glasses, sharpen your pencils and put on the coffee: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is pleased to announce that Adult Battle of the Books, the book-based trivia showdown, will return for 2024. … Continued
Teen Dark Fantasy
If you’re wanting moody and broody fantasy, then you’ve come to the right place.
Spring Things
Whatever you choose to do to celebrate spring, enjoy!
Her Stories: Teen Books by and about Girls and Women
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.” While most people … Continued
Source Texts for Teen Screen Adaptations
A number of teen books have recently been adapted as tv shows or movies in the past year. Some are already released, and some are still waiting to premiere – check out the book now to see how the stories compare to their counterparts!
Bright Books for Dark Days
Is winter starting to weigh on you? The following cozy mysteries, gentle romances, whimsical fantasies, and inspiring nonfiction titles are all heartwarming enough to lift anyone out of their midwinter funk.
Black History Month: Middle Grade
Join us as we honor the Black experience through book displays, resources, library programs and community events happening this February and throughout the year!
Black History Month: Adult Fiction
Join us as we honor the Black experience through book displays, resources, library programs and community events happening this February and throughout the year! Celebrate Black History Month with these Adult Fiction book picks!
BHM 30 Books in 30 Minutes Fiction
In celebration of Black writers and Black History Month, staff will be racing against the clock to share their favorite recommendations. Come out to celebrate with us, learn about a new book (or 30) and get a free book and a nice treat from a local bakery, on Tuesday, January 30th at CLP-Hill District and Saturday, February 3rd at CLP-Homewood.