Appalachian Voices

Appalachian writing, like its region, is shaped by contradictions: deep ties to land with a history of environmental exploitation; industrial triumph and ruin; resilience and resourcefulness born out of struggle … Continued


Pride Month Picks for Adults

For Pride 2024, CLP is celebrating joy, love, and solidarity while recognizing the oppression the LGBTQIA+ community continues to face—especially for people with intersecting identities. We invite you to celebrate with us and explore these books and more in our collections. 




Thoughtful Gardening

With the days finally getting longer and the first blooms of the season bobbing their heads in warming breezes, all I’ve been thinking about is garden planning. My backyard garden … 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.  


Food Lovers’ Histories

The sizzle of shawarma as it hits the grill, chili paste garnishing a bowl of hand-pulled noodles, cider bubbling over the rim of a wine flute – could you read about these things all day? If so, this is the food writing booklist for you.


Black History Month: Teen

For Black History Month 2024, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is celebrating the Black experience in art, centering both Black artists and subjects. Historically, Black artists have and continue to create, … Continued



Violins of Hope

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is proud to partner with Violins of Hope to bring movement-based workshops, music performances and a panel discussion centered on themes of inclusion, hope and so much more to five library branches.