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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
Homestead Cemetery Stories Behind the Stones
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesHistorians share tales of labor leaders, battlefield patriots, civil rights activists and pioneering sports heroes buried in the cemetery in Munhall, PA. This program will take place in the South Wing Reading Room. For adults.
Super Science
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesGet 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.
Storytime: Family Fun
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin 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.
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.
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.
Mystery Book Club
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us for a lively discussion on Blackwater Falls by Ausma Zehanat Khan. 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 … Continued
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
How to Generate Client/Marketing Lists
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesIn this class we will examine how to locate ideal customers and gather relevant data into a spreadsheet for marketing purposes. 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.
Storytime: Baby and Toddler Snugglebugs
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExplore 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.