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Special Events
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- Special Events
Rivers of Steel: The Battle of Homestead
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesMore than 130 years after it occurred, the Homestead Strike of 1892 retains its capacity to shock. It was a defining event that revealed in the starkest terms the respective strength of labor and management in America in the 1890s. Learn more and stay for a Q&A after the presentation. Recommended for adults.
Regarding Dew presents Finally Face the Page
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesFinally Face the Page is an introductory workshop on creating a writing practice as a source of self-care, clarity, and fulfillment. Recommended for adults.
O’Ryan the O’Mazing’s Spectacular Circus Class
CLP - Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIn this class children will learn the basics of clowning, juggling, plate spinning, and improvisational physical theater while having fun, playing games, and building confidence and focus. Together we learn to overcome failure and learn to embrace our inner clown, making this workshop a unique and empowering experience for children of all ages. Recommended for … Continued
Ms. Candace Presents Everyone’s Open Mic
CLP - South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWelcome one and all! Bring your readings and your talents with you to the library! It's an inclusionary space of family friendly creative expression! Recommended for kids in grades K-5 and their caregivers.
Allegheny County Park Rangers Presents: Mr. McSlithers, Eastern Rat Snake
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, 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. For all ages.
Summer Reading Opening Ceremony Featuring: O’Ryan the O’Mazing’s Spectacular Circus Class
CLP - South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin the team and go for the gold at the READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL Summer Reading Opening Ceremonies! Sprint, jog, swim, lope, or tumble to your host branch and sign up for Summer Reading. You will be awarded the new READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL tote. Plus, you can participate in themed fun, foods and more. This event … Continued
Summer Reading Opening Ceremony Featuring: The Clemente Museum Presents Latino Experience in Pittsburgh
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin the team and go for the gold at the READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL Summer Reading Opening Ceremonies! Sprint, jog, swim, lope, or tumble to your host branch and sign up for Summer Reading. You will be awarded the new READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL tote. Plus, you can participate in themed fun, foods and more. This event … Continued
Summer Reading Opening Ceremony Featuring: Mad Science Presents Energize! Motion Commotion
CLP - Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin the team and go for the gold at the READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL Summer Reading Opening Ceremonies! Sprint, jog, swim, lope, or tumble to your host branch and sign up for Summer Reading. You will be awarded the new READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL tote. Plus, you can participate in themed fun, foods and more. This event … Continued
Author Event: An Afternoon with Neema Avashia
CLP - Squirrel Hill 5801 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWhen Neema Avashia tells people where she’s from, their response is nearly always a disbelieving, “There are Indian people in West Virginia?” A queer Asian American teacher and writer, Avashia fits few Appalachian stereotypes. But the lessons she learned in childhood about race and class, gender and sexuality, continue to inform the way she moves … Continued
Azure Family Concerts Presents Team Music
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin international concert violinist Monique Mead and Azure musicians for an interactive concert that explores how teamwork and athletic training are part of making music. Sensory-friendly and all behaviors are welcome. This event will take place in the North Wing Music Room on the second floor of the Main Library. Recommended for general audience.
Allegheny Land Trust Presents Nature Nearby: Gardening with Native Plants
CLP - East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis program explores the benefits to utilizing native plants in your landscape. Learn what native plants attract butterflies, bees, birds and other native wildlife. Recommended for adults.
Summer Reading Opening Ceremony
Allegheny County Law Library (ACLL) 414 Grant Street City/County Building, Room 921, Pittsburgh, United StatesJoin the team and go for the gold at the READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL Summer Reading Opening Ceremonies! Sprint, jog, swim, lope, or tumble to your host branch and sign up for Summer Reading. You will be awarded the new READ-A-PALOOZA BOOK BOWL tote. Plus, you can participate in themed fun, foods and more.