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4400 Forbes Avenue
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:
    • Children's Department
    • Director's Office Conference Room
    • Graphic Novels Room
    • Quiet Reading Room
    • TeenSpace
Second Floor:
    • Free to the People Gallery
    • Job & Career Education Center
    • North Wing Music Room
    • South Wing Reading Room
Third Floor:
    • Third Floor Conference Room
Events at this venue
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Event Series Teen Time

Teen Time

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.

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Event Series Super Science

Super Science

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.

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Event Series Storytime: Preschool Pals

Storytime: Preschool Pals

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.

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Event Series WORKshop

WORKshop

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

We are here to help you with getting a resume started, placing the finishing touches on a cover letter, or providing a refresher on digital skills. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.

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College Applications

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

We can help you understand early decision applications, write an impactful personal statement, or best leverage your test scores and extracurriculars. We will also discuss application fees and how to get letters of recommendation in time for deadlines. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on … Continued

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Event Series Storytime: Preschool Pals

Storytime: Preschool Pals

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.

Mystery Book Club

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Join us once a month for book discussions as compelling as the mysteries we read! This month we are reading All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker. Note: This book discussion is a hybrid event. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Director’s Conference Room on the first floor … Continued

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How to Create a Marketing/Client List

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Hybrid Hybrid Event

Did you know that CLP has databases that can help your business? Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned business owner, these databases can create a customized list of businesses or homeowners that fit your criteria. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on … Continued

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Event Series Teen Choice

Teen Choice

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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

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Let’s Speak English

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

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.

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Event Series Main Zine Collective

Main Zine Collective

CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United States

We 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. … Continued

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