LGBTQIA+ Family Stories
Family roles can feel like they are set in stone. For many of us, returning to our families of origin catapults us back in time. We’re once again the responsible … Continued
Daydream About PhenomeCON With These Book Suggestions
This week, Teenspace staff would normally be polishing logistics for PhenomeCON, the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh teens-only fandom convention. Even though we can’t get together this year, we still want to celebrate love of fandoms. Read on to find book suggestions.
June Virtual Program-alikes
There is a light at the end of the tunnel. It feels like we are finally emerging from a long, long winter and life is returning to some level of … Continued
Black Voices for Pride Month: Titles You May Have Missed on Hoopla
While selecting LGBTQIA+ titles to celebrate Pride Month, definitely add these great authors and writers to your reading list.
Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt
Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt’s legacy has been felt by many whether it is through her impact as a librarian or her curated collection of African American art. To learn more about Ms. Davidson Hewitt and Black Librarianship, staff have curated a list of suggested readings.
A Pittsburgh Pioneer: Honoring the First Black Librarian at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) is proud to announce the establishment of the Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt Initiative, named in honor of the first Black librarian at CLP and designed … Continued
Introducing the Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt Initiative
Vivian Ann Davidson Hewitt was Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s first Black librarian and worked at CLP from 1944-1949. In addition to her pioneering work as a librarian, Hewitt loved, … Continued
Violins of Hope
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is proud to partner with Violins of Hope to bring movement-based workshops, music performances and a panel discussion centered on themes of inclusion, hope and so much more to five library branches.
Pittsburgh is Booksburgh!
Pittsburgh is a city of readers! Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh wrapped up its 2023 Summer Reading Program yesterday with its annual Summer Reading Extravaganza at the Library’s historic Oakland campus. … Continued
Amy Ericson
Amy Ericson is proud of the 37 years she’s led purpose-oriented businesses for global corporations. In her current role as Senior Vice President leading PPG’s global Protective and Marine Coatings … Continued