CLP – Main (Oakland)
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Pittsburgh, PA 15213 United States Get Directions
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main has several interior spaces used for programs and special events. This map provides a visual overview of those areas in the building.
First Floor:
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- Children's Department
- Director's Office Conference Room
- Graphic Novels Room
- Quiet Reading Room
- TeenSpace
Second Floor:
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- Free to the People Gallery
- Job & Career Education Center
- North Wing Music Room
- South Wing Reading Room
Third Floor:
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- Third Floor Conference Room
Music @ Main: Gadget Playground
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore our musical gadgets and share your skills with fellow electronic music enthusiasts! This program takes place in the North Wing Music Room on the second floor of CLP-Main.
WORKshop: Career Ready
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing tips on interviewing. This is a no appointment needed drop in session that takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor at the Main Library.
Meet Our Partner: Financial Empowerment Center
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis presentation covers the foundation of all financial empowerment work: tracking your income and expenses, budgeting like the 50/30/20 rule, envelope system, the importance of saving, and how to get started by paying yourself first and building that ever important emergency fund. This program will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on … Continued
Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers 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. Held in the nonfiction room in the children's department.
Introduction to Fundraising Planning
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis class will provide the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan for organizations who are new to the process. Participants will learn strategies for devising a plan that best reflects their organization’s needs and resources, including making a case for support, creating a plan of action, and tips on diversifying their fundraising base. This … Continued
Mystery Book Club
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on Station Eternity by Mur Lafferty. This book discussion is a hybrid event. You can join in person in the Director's Office Conference Room on the first floor, or virtually using the link provided in your registration confirmation email. Some copies of the title will be available at the … Continued
Japanese Book Binding Workshop
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a cool bookmaking experience where we will teach you how to sew your own book using a historic stab binding technique commonly known as Japanese binding. This program takes place in the 3rd floor conference room.
Teen Choice
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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
Business Plan Essentials: Industry Analysis
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCreating a business plan is essential for any entrepreneur or business owner. In this class, you will learn how to locate industry data and apply it to the essential sections of a business plan. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.
Let’s Speak English
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us to practice your English-speaking skills! You can freely practice with friendly neighbors in this relaxed social group. This group is for English language learners who want to practice with other learners.
Main Zine Collective
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWe invite you to get creative in designing your zine based on a monthly theme, chat with other zinesters and have your page added to our monthly CLP zine. We'll provide supplies, refreshments and occasionally host a how-to session with zine experts. This program takes place in the Oversized Books Room on the 2nd floor.
Playdate at the Library
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesChildren 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.