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Introduction to Individual Giving
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, PittsburghCommunity Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
CLP - Carrick 1811 Brownsville Road, PittsburghLifetime Financial Growth presents Investments and Savings
CLP - East Liberty 130 S. Whitfield Street, PittsburghPittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops: Race, Reading and Young Children
VirtualCommunity Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
CLP - Lawrenceville 279 Fisk Street, PittsburghPittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse Presents Create & Learn
CLP - Brookline 708 Brookline Boulevard, 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.
Element Dance presents Hip Hop Workshop
Element Dance presents Hip Hop Workshop
Come dance with us! Students will learn Hip Hop techniques and a short routine. Class will end with a dance battle.
Book Club
Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion on Not the Plan: A novel by Gia de Cadenet 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
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 Color Purple
Introduction to Individual Giving
Introduction to Individual Giving
This class gives an overview of the individual fundraising landscape and walks participants through the key components of an indivdidual giving program. This course explains the importance of individual giving in a nonprofit's fundraising strategy, and helps participants draft a plan to start or improve an annual individual giving program. Attendees are welcome to join … 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.
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.
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.
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
PA Women Work
PA Women Work
If you're looking for a new job or hoping to advance your career, Pennsylvania Women Work is here to support you. Through no-cost group workshops and one-on-one career coaching, PA Women Work participants address the barriers they are experiencing in their employment search with a helping hand to guide them every step of the way. … Continued
Digital Skills: Safety and Security
Digital Skills: Safety and Security
Getting started learning technology? This class will cover things you need to know to stay safe and secure online. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online.
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.
Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group
Smithfield Critics Book Discussion Group
Join us for a lively book discussion on Museum of Ordinary People, by Mike Gayle
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
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 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 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 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.
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.
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 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. No matter … 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.
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 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.
CMU Presents STEM Club
CMU Presents STEM Club
Do 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.
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.
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.
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
Library Lounge: Crafting
Book Club
Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion on All the Sinners Bleed by S.A. Cosby This title is available for checkout in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla.
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.
Community Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
Community Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
Learn 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.
Job & Career: Cover Letter Writing
Job & Career: Cover Letter Writing
Get that interview by learning how to write a meaningful and compelling cover letter.
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.
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.
Digitization Basics
Digitization Basics
Thinking about digitizing family photos, letters and other items? Learn the best way to plan your project and what to consider when you do sit down at the computer. This program takes place virtually on Teams.
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: 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: 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.
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 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 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.
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 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 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
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.
CLP Virtual Book Club
CLP Virtual Book Club
Join us for a lively book discussion of Africaville by Jeffrey Colvin, available in our Catalog, and also as an eBook on Hoopla and as an eAudio on Hoopla.. Registration is required and this program will be offered virtually.
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.
Library Lounge: Movie Night
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.
Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops: Race, Reading and Young Children
Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops: Race, Reading and Young Children
An interactive introduction to the importance of racial representation in children’s literature. Participants will learn to identify books that can encourage positive racial identity development for children of color. Presented on Teams. Attendees will receive 1 hour of PQAS credit.
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: 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.
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. Exploration can get messy, so dress accordingly. For children ages birth … 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.
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 Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
Community Cultures Presents Fermented Foods for Health
Learn 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.
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/
Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse Presents Create & Learn
Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse Presents Create & Learn
Flex your creativity and resourcefulness with Creative Reuse! Explore an array of unique reused materials and learn how to create beautiful works of art, craft projects, and anything you can dream up while saving useful materials from the landfill.
Library Lounge – Movie Matinee
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.
Digital Skills: eBooks, Audiobooks, and Video
Digital Skills: eBooks, Audiobooks, and Video
Did you know that you can check out eBooks, Audiobooks, and streaming video from the library using your own phone, tablet, or computer? In this workshop, we will show you where to find and how to use these resources.We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors … Continued
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.
Super Science
Super Science
Get curious! At Super Science, kids 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.