Special Events
- Events
- Special Events
Genealogy Day
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin genealogy societies and libraries from Western Pennsylvania for help with your research and information about their collections. CLP & Western Pennsylvania Genealogical Society have planned workshops for beginners and experts alike. No registration is required to attend talks and meet with genealogy societies. Speakers for the day are: 1:30 pm “Finding Your Civil War … Continued
Phipps Presents Garden Planning
CLP - Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, United StatesReady to plan for the next growing season? Join us as we talk the planting schedule and how to choose varieties in preparation of the Seed Swap next month
Azure Family Concerts
CLP - East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAzure presents an interactive, sensory-friendly live music program celebrating African American musicians and composers. Participants are invited to move and make music of their own. All ages, abilities, and behaviors welcome! This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.
Cue’s Creative Workshops for Kids
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin library card artist Cue Perry in this 60-minute intro to drawing, painting, color theory and more! Cue shows kids how art can be fun, and advocates for thinking outside the box. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.
The 12th Annual Celebration of Seeds
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHeld in collaboration with Grow Pittsburgh and Phipps Conservatory, the annual Seed Swap at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Main (Oakland) features seed stories, conversations with gardening experts, hands-on activities for children and teens, and a selection of free seeds for the public. New seeds will be released every hour on the hour. Workshops will … Continued
Annual Public Meeting
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin Board leaders and library staff at CLP's Annual Public Meeting!
Community Cultures: Fermented Foods for Health
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLearn about the benefits of fermented foods and how to introduce them into your diet and lifestyle. This lecture-based, introductory class will go over 10 different fermented foods. Recommended for adults.
CMU Presents STEM Club
CLP - Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDo you like to solve problems? Are you interested in learning about how things work? Are you a creative person with a love for science? Join us for STEM Club! This program consists of interactive and engaging presentations on engineering topics paired with hands-on activities geared towards teens.
Awaken Pittsburgh: Mindfulness for Personal Well-being
CLP - Hazelwood 5006 Second Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe will share and practice mindfulness tools and talk about what helps us to manage the internal and external chaos of daily family life. Recommended for adults.
Allegheny County Park Rangers Presents Mr. McSlithers, Eastern Rat Snake
CLP - Knoxville 400 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMeet our Educational Animal, an Eastern Black Rat Snake named Mr. McSlithers. Learn about his habitat, diet and everyday life. Get up close to learn about his unique adaptations. Recommended for kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Finding Deep Roots: Genealogy Workshop
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesOur genealogy workshop is a dynamic and interactive program designed to empower participants with the skills, resources, and knowledge needed to explore their family history, create pedigree charts, and connect with their ancestral roots in a supportive community environment. Recommended for adults.
Spring Open House at CLP-Sheraden
CLP - Sheraden 720 Sherwood Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCLP – Sheraden invites you to celebrate Spring at the Library. As warm weather and flowers return, the Library is blooming! Stop by to learn about our extended hours, new or new-to-you programs, and CLP’s Strategic Plan. Plus, enjoy activities and light refreshments. Recommended for all ages.