Library Lounge: Writing
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesDo you do your best work in a busy coffee shop? Want to jump start your story or meet fellow wordsmiths? 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 will take place … Continued
WORKshop
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing a refresher on digital skills. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.
Book Club
CLP - South Side 2205 East Carson Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively book discussion of My Sister, The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers and their caregivers will exlplore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacyskills in this 30-minute program. For children 3 to 5 years and their caregivers. Held in the nonfiction room in the children's department.
Storytime: Family Fun
CLP - West End 47 Wabash St, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers and their caregivers will explore books, songs and rhymes to expand the imagination, inspire self-discovery and develop early literacy skills in this 30 minute program. For children ages 3 to 5 years and their caregivers.
Storytime: Family Fun
CLP - Woods Run 1201 Woods Run Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for stories, songs and action rhymes. During this 30 minute program, families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. For children ages birth to five years and their caregivers.
University of Pittsburgh Disinformation Lab presents #FakeNews: Making Sense of Digital Media in the Era of Mis/Disinformation and Clickbait
CLP - Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghDisinformation aka “fake news,” has been around for over a century, but lately it feels like it is everywhere, due to the rise of digital technologies and social media. The need for trustworthy information has grown. Join Dr. Jessica Ghilani of the Pitt Disinformation Lab for a session that provides historical context for and understanding … Continued
Allegheny County PA Medi Coordinator presents Medicare Help
CLP - Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, United StatesPA Medi assists Medicare beneficiaries and/or caregivers understand the complex coordination of the healthcare system regarding coverage and benefits. We also screen individuals to make sure they are not missing any cost savings programs available in Pennsylvania for their health coverage and prescription coverage needs.
Digital Skills: Getting Started with Computers
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesLearn the basics about how to use a computer, starting with using a mouse and keyboard, as well as free resources to practice and continue your digital skills journey. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.
Tactile Tuesday
CLP - Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP) 4724 Baum Boulevard, Pittsburgh, United StatesExperience 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.
Incubator Comics Presents Ink This! Comic Book Art Workshop for Teens
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, Pittsburgh, United StatesInk This! Comic Book Art Workshop: Teens OR Adults. Advanced Group lessons for beginner/intermediate cartoonists that focus on a variety of cartooning topics from materials and techniques to publishing.