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Library Lounge
Library Lounge
Join us for a fun and engaging social program. Activities vary and could include a movie, craft or game.
6 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
Kids Choice
Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
14 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
7 events,
2 events,
Playdate at the Library
Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community, enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space and connect with our Children's Services staff. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
4 events,
Playdate at the Library
Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community, enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space and connect with our Children's Services staff. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
Library Lounge: Knit & Crochet
Library Lounge: Knit & Crochet
Join our Crochet & Knitting Group. We are a group of friendly crochet and knitting fans, looking to teach and learn from other friendly crafters. Bring your current projects or start a new one!
2 events,
Music @ Main: Gadget Playground
Music @ Main: Gadget Playground
Explore the Music Department’s musical gadgets, share your skills with fellow electronic music enthusiasts, and learn from Richard Nicol, Founder and Lead Instrument Designer at Pittsburgh Modular Synthesizers. This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room.
7 events,
15 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
Kids Choice
Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
8 events,
Canceled Kids Choice
Canceled Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
Super Science
Super Science
Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.
2 events,
Library Lounge: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
Library Lounge: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
Come craft and socialize with other needlecrafters and fiber artists. Fans of knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, beading, needlefelting, and other handicrafts are welcome. Bring your current project or start a new one!
2 events,
Teen Anime Meetup
Teen Anime Meetup
Join us in the Teenspace with other anime fans! Watch anime, enjoy Japanese snack foods, or even try your hand at a fandom-related craft or activity with fellow anime lovers.
0 events,
1 event,
Library Lounge
Library Lounge
Join us for a fun and engaging social program. Activities vary and could include a movie, craft or game.
8 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
Kids Choice
Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
15 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
7 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
2 events,
Little Artists
Little Artists
Children learn and grow through art! Little Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers and a time to explore colors, shapes, textures, and materials. To encourage open experimentation and self-expression, this program focuses on the process of creation rather than the finished product. For children ages birth to five years and … Continued
8 events,
Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
Library Lounge: Tabletop Gaming
Meet and play tabletop games with other game enthusiasts. We'll have games on hand to choose from or bring one to share.
Playdate at the Library
Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community, enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space and connect with our Children's Services staff. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
Super Science
Super Science
Get curious! At Super Science, kids in K-5th grade will have a chance to get excited about a science topic. A read aloud is paired with hands-on, high quality STEM activities promoting scientific inquiry and wonder about science. For kids in grades K-5.
1 event,
Zine Hangout
Zine Hangout
Calling all zine and book-makers! It's time to get together, share stories, build community, and make a zine! This workshop will allow you to work on your zine page, comic, or art book while chatting with other creators. We will serve light refreshments and have staplers, trimmers, drawing supplies, paper, adhesives, scissors, scraps, scanners, photocopies … Continued
2 events,
Library Lounge: Writing
Library Lounge: Writing
Creative writers of all genres and formats are welcome to join us for writing games, activities, exercises, and sharing, as well as time to work on your next masterpiece. This program takes place in the Director's Conference room on the 1st floor.
9 events,
Tactile Tuesday
Tactile Tuesday
Experience embossed, Swell Form, and 3-D printed items, and explore ideas and interests on the topic of tactile accessibility in an open discussion. We will also learn about the tools and software used to produce tactile objects.
15 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
9 events,
Kids Choice
Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 4-7
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 4-7
ProjectArt’s free classes run from September - May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-18; 8-12, or 13-18. Local, professional artists teach classes aligned with the National Arts Education Association standards and are informed by the teaching artist's creative practice. ProjectArt classes are fun, imaginative and cultivate a love of learning. Enrollment is ongoing … Continued
2 events,
Library Lounge: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
Library Lounge: Needlecrafts and Fiber Arts
Come craft and socialize with other needlecrafters and fiber artists. Fans of knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, beading, needlefelting, and other handicrafts are welcome. Bring your current project or start a new one!
3 events,
Postponed Cue Perry Presents Arts Workshop
Postponed Cue Perry Presents Arts Workshop
Join library card artist Cue Perry in this 60-minute intro to drawing, painting, color theory and more in the TeenSpace. This workshop was originally on September 14, but has been rescheduled to September 28th.
0 events,
0 events,
7 events,
Teen Choice
Teen Choice
Join us for Teen Choice where you can choose your own creative adventure! Teen Choice is a time to continue working on the activity from the previous week’s Teen Time; explore something new using the supplies and games on hand in the Teenspace; or sharing your passion and teaching other teens about something you love. No matter … Continued
Kids Choice
Kids Choice
Choose your own adventure! Continue a Kids Club activity; explore the supplies, toys and games in the children's space; or teach other kids something you love. Children's Services staff will be there to support you. For kids in grades K-5.
15 events,
10 events,
2 events,
Playdate at the Library
Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community, enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space and connect with our Children's Services staff. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
4 events,
Incubator Productions Presents Turn Your Think Into Ink! – Cartooning Basics
Incubator Productions Presents Turn Your Think Into Ink! – Cartooning Basics
Cartoonify your world. Learn the basic principles of cartooning including character design and storytelling with simple drawings.
Canceled Playdate at the Library
Canceled Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community, enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space and connect with our Children's Services staff. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
Library Lounge: Knit & Crochet
Library Lounge: Knit & Crochet
Join our Crochet & Knitting Group. We are a group of friendly crochet and knitting fans, looking to teach and learn from other friendly crafters. Bring your current projects or start a new one!
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