Library Lounge: Movie Matinee – The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
CLP - Downtown 612 Smithfield Street, PittsburghIntroduction to Finding Grants
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, PittsburghCareer Counseling with Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, PittsburghGroup Against Smog & Pollution Presents Understanding Our Local Air Quality & How to Protect Yourself
CLP - Hill District 2177 Centre Avenue, PittsburghLifetime Financial Growth presents Investments and Savings
CLP - Homewood 7101 Hamilton Ave, PittsburghUniversity of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System presents Misinformation Escape Room and Discussion
CLP - Beechview 1910 Broadway Avenue, PittsburghChatham Baroque Presents Music for Neighborhood Kids
CLP - East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, PittsburghPMT Conservatory Presents The PMT Superstar Squad
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, PittsburghWeek of Events
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschoolers 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 3 to 5 years and their caregivers. Held in the nonfiction room in the children's department.
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.
Book Club
Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla.
WORKshop
WORKshop
We 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.
Job & Career: Build Your Best Resume
Job & Career: Build Your Best Resume
Need help getting started with your resume? This class will cover everything you need to know about resumes, from current formatting trends, to types of resumes, to getting them to your potential employer.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschoolers 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
Storytime: Family Fun
Preschoolers 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
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Library Lounge: Movie Matinee – The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Library Lounge: Movie Matinee – The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
Join us for a movie screening.
Introduction to Finding Grants
Introduction to Finding Grants
We will discuss the 10 most important things participants need to know about finding grants, including funder motivations, how to make the first approach, and what funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested in funding. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Job & Career Education Center … Continued
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschoolers 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.
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.
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. … 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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
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.
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!
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 8-12
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 8-12
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
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 4-7
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny 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
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. … Continued
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
Digital Skills: Gadget Lab
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. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses … Continued
Library Lounge: Coffee, Conversation, Create
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
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. … 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. … Continued
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
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.
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 8-12
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Allegheny Ages 8-12
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
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Library Lounge: Adult Game Night
Library Lounge: Adult Game Night
Meet and play tabletop games with other game enthusiasts. We'll have games on hand to choose from or bring one to share.
Job & Career: Online Job Searching
Job & Career: Online Job Searching
Applying for a job has become a digital experience where navigating company and job listing websites has become an essential component. This program will help guide patrons through this process by exploring job boards (such as Indeed), explaining how to find keywords in job postings, and walking patrons through digital applications.
Let’s Speak English
Let’s Speak English
This is a relaxed, social discussion group where participants can freely practice their English-speaking skills with friendly neighbors. For English language learners looking to practice with other learners. This program will take place in the North Wing Reading Room.
Playdate at the Library
Playdate at the Library
Children learn and grow through family play! Playdate is a time for families to grow their community; enjoy toys, games and supplies in the children's space; and connect with Children's Services staff. For children birth to 5 years and their caregivers.
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.
Career Counseling with Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)
Career Counseling with Jewish Family and Community Services (JFCS)
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
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Storytime: Preschool Pals
Preschoolers 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: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months and their caregivers.
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
Group Against Smog & Pollution Presents Understanding Our Local Air Quality & How to Protect Yourself
Group Against Smog & Pollution Presents Understanding Our Local Air Quality & How to Protect Yourself
GASP will delve into local sources of air pollution, talk about how air pollution impacts human and environmental health, and help folks understand how they can mitigate their exposure and protect themselves.
Computer Basics 2: File Management
Computer Basics 2: File Management
In this second class in our Computer Basic Series, you will learn about Files and Folders and how to organize and access them on your computer. This class will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor of Main Library.
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
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
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.
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. … Continued
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 13-18
ProjectArt Pittsburgh Squirrel Hill Ages 13-18
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
Meditation with a Monk
Meditation with a Monk
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.
Meditation with a Monk
Meditation with a Monk
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.
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.
Lifetime Financial Growth presents Investments and Savings
Lifetime Financial Growth presents Investments and Savings
This session provides answers to questions such as: How much should you save? Where should you save? How does the stock market work? And includes information on risk, stocks, bonds, mutual funds, index funds, and more.
Book Club
Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion on Bunny by Mona Awad This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.
Library Lounge: Coffee Hour
Book Club
Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion of Educated by Tara Westover. This title is available for checkout in our Catalog. Note: This is a hybrid event. Attendees are welcome to join in-person or virtually by registering below and using the the link provided in your RSVP confirmation email.
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
Let’s Speak English!
Let’s Speak English!
A relaxed, social discussion group where participants can freely practice their English-speaking skills with friendly neighbors. The group is for English language learners looking to practice with other learners.
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.
Quiet Reading Party: Winter Read-A-Thon
Quiet Reading Party: Winter Read-A-Thon
Winter blues got you down? Why not treat your s(h)elf to a book-lover's party where you’re encouraged to read and discuss what you’re reading with other bibliophiles! Included is also an assortment of free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and winter-themed pastries available to help fuel your reading stamina and ramp up the cozy vibes. This … Continued
Storytime: Family Fun
Storytime: Family Fun
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.
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.
Community Scan Day at Lawrenceville
Community Scan Day at Lawrenceville
Scan your old photographs, documents, slides, and more for free at Community Scan Days! Staff will teach you how to use a portable scanner to digitize your items at CLP locations. If you’d like to donate digital copies to CLP Digital Community Collection on Historic Pittsburgh, a staff member will walk you through the donation … Continued
University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System presents Misinformation Escape Room and Discussion
University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System presents Misinformation Escape Room and Discussion
Test your skills at identifying AI-generated images, identifying headline bias, and more as you play through a misinformation-themed escape room. A discussion to reflect on the experience will follow.
Animal Friends Therapet Visit
Animal Friends Therapet Visit
Come by the location to visit with a certified Therapet! These pets have undergone special training to provide comfort and affection, and are certified through Animal Friends’ Therapets program. All ages are welcome. Animal Friends has lots of programs for families, youth and educators. Check out their other programs here https://www.thinkingoutsidethecage.org/our-programs/for-kids-and-teens/
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
Explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Young children and adults will engage in language activities, books and reading, and creative play in a positive atmosphere. For children birth to 36 months 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.
UniSound presents Musical Petting Zoo
UniSound presents Musical Petting Zoo
Join us for some musical fun! Learn how to hold and play strings and brass instruments and get answers to all your musical questions.
Teen Time
Teen Time
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.
Incubator Comics Presents You Can Toon!
Incubator Comics Presents You Can Toon!
Group Guided Cartooning Lessons with an emphasis on kids/family learning.
Chatham Baroque Presents Music for Neighborhood Kids
Chatham Baroque Presents Music for Neighborhood Kids
Chatham Baroque takes you on a musical adventure that is lively, educational — and fun in your own neighborhood with concerts specifically for children and their grown-ups. Using music as the vehicle, the musicians share knowledge of their instruments, music, and culture. Everyone is encouraged to become active and enthusiastic listeners through music and movement.
PMT Conservatory Presents The PMT Superstar Squad
PMT Conservatory Presents The PMT Superstar Squad
Join us for a performance by Pittsburgh Musical Theater’s Superstar Squad, a group of talented teen students of PMT Conservatory! PMT aims to promote positivity, diversity, and inclusion to young people of all backgrounds through exciting musical theater and popular music favorites that are sure to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages. This 20-minute … Continued
Library Lounge – Movie Matinee
Let’s Speak English
Let’s Speak English
This is a relaxed, social discussion group where participants can freely practice their English-speaking skills with friendly neighbors. For English language learners looking to practice with other learners.
Kids Club
Kids Club
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.