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.

Join 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

Join us for a movie screening. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.

The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5.

If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.

ProjectArt’s free classes run from September - May. Materials are provided for all students ages 8-12. 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 throughout the year. … Continued

Drop in and learn how to use your tablet, iPad, smartphone, laptop computer or other digital device. At this informal help session, you can ask us about your device or the apps and programs installed on it, including Microsoft and Google tools. First-come, first-served.

CLP’s Collection Development Team will share their favorite titles of 2023 and offer a sneak peak of what you’ll see on library shelves this Spring. Registration is required. This program will be offered virtually on Zoom. Register here

Join 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.

Bring a fiber arts project you're working on to this session and connect with other folks in the community. A small amount of craft supplies will be available for curious beginners. This program will take place in the Director's Office Conference room.

Neighborhood Legal Services works to promote fairness in the civil justice system, regardless of how much money you have. Neighborhood’s Legal Literacy presentations provide information on civil legal issues.

Ready 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

Join us for a lively book discussion on The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. This book discussion is a hybrid event. Book discussion attendees are welcome to attend in-person or attend virtually by registering here. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.

Career counselors from Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS) will be at Main Library to give their expert guidance and provide personal attention every step of the way. Whether you are seeking employment or a career change, they will help you to explore your options, define your objectives and develop the strategy and tools required … Continued

This 90 minute interactive arts program is designed for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities (caregivers welcome). Workshop participants are invited to explore their artistic talents through art history and various art techniques with an art instructor from Creative Citizen Studios. Registration Required, experience not necessary. Please inform library and class instructor of special accommodations … Continued

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.

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.

Learn how portrayals of romantic relationships in the media set toxic unrealistic expectations. This is a safe space for teens to discuss unhealthy relationships being perpetuated through the media.

If you’re into hands-on projects, epic games, music, books and just chilling out, join us for Teen Time. For teens in grades 6-12. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.

ProjectArt’s free classes run from September - May. Materials are provided for all students ages 4-7. 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 throughout the year. … Continued

The Library is the place to be! Kids Club programs may include crafts, games, books, technology and more. Meet new friends, hang out with old friends and try something new. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.  

Join us for the Envisioning a Just Pittsburgh closing reception Thursday, February 22, from 5pm-7pm, at CLP-Main (4400 Forbes Ave). Meet CLP's first cohort of Artists in Residence, enjoy snacks and small bites, and peruse the Gallery where various pieces from the project will be on display. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is excited to celebrate … Continued

ProjectArt’s free classes run from September - May. Materials are provided for all students ages 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 throughout the year. … Continued

Register to attend IN-PERSON or WATCH ONLINE. The video link for the livestreamed event will be emailed to all registrants on the day of the lecture. The captioned video will be available to view for one week, expiring on February 29, 2024. In her new book Attack of the Black Rectangles, Amy takes on censorship and intolerance in a … Continued

Join us for an hour long meditation program that explores techniques for relaxing the body and calming the mind, while also cultivating mindfulness, loving kindness, and equanimity. No equipment or previous experience required. Come as you are. For Adults.

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned.   Click here to register.

Azure 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.

Join 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.

Join us for a movie screening of Selma. This event is part of our Black History Month 2024 programming.

Azure musicians will present a series of interactive, sensory-friendly programs for all ages and abilities. Each concert features 45-minutes of live music from different genres, followed by an instrument petting zoo. Participants are invited to move and make music of their own. All behaviors are welcome!