June’s Virtual Lineup
FOLLOW US! Facebook Twitter Instagram Teenspace Instagram YouTube SUMMER READING EXTRAVAGANZA! Kick Off to the Summer Reading Program In the summer months, we showcase Pittsburgh as a City of Readers … Continued
Here to Help: Community Resources
The deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery and subsequent protests in Pittsburgh and across the country have been triggering and traumatic events for our community. Carnegie Library … Continued
More Virtual Program-alikes
Allegheny County has moved into the yellow phase of reopening. Many of you may be wondering what this means for your Library—and, maybe even more so, your favorite Library program. … Continued
Want to Do Your Own Readers’ Advisory?
While we love helping you find great reads and want to find the right book just for you, we also recognize that many of us love to explore on our … Continued
History of the Census: 230 Years and Counting
Ever wondered how the first Census began? What has changed over time? Why they ask certain questions? Let’s dive in to some of these questions using Library resources and research. … Continued
Resources to Help You Stay Healthy During Covid-19
Now that we are all living with a “new normal” it is vital that we all help in the fight against COVID-19 to keep ourselves and others safe. As restrictions … Continued
Down the Research Rabbit Hole: Historic Pittsburgh
One of my favorite non-CLP resources for doing historical research about the city is Historic Pittsburgh. Hosted by the University of Pittsburgh, this website hosts digitized content from more than … Continued
Free Genealogy Websites Everyone Should Be Using
We’re excited to have remote access to Ancestry.com right now, but it’s not the only site out there for online genealogy research. Here’s a roundup of several sites the Pennsylvania … Continued
Chat With the Library
The Library is always developing new ways for people to engage with us; in addition to our in-person, telephone and email reference request options, you can also speak directly with … Continued
Free Listening: Options for Library Patrons with Print Disabilities
As many of you know, CLP-LBPH has been closed over the last few weeks while we adhere to Governor Wolf’s order for nonessential workers to Stay at Home. This order … Continued