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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 Playdate at the Library

Playdate at the Library

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

Children 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.

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Event Series We Learn: Practice and Improve Your Portuguese Pronunciation!

We Learn: Practice and Improve Your Portuguese Pronunciation!

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

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned. Click here to register on the P2PU website.

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Digital Skills: Computer Basics 1: How to Use a Mouse

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

This is the first class in our Computer Basics Series and appropriate for anyone who has never used a computer. We will review the CIPA and NCIPA legislation and how the library uses filtering to keep minors safe online. This class will take place in the Job & Career Education Center on the second floor … Continued

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Career Changes for Federal Employees

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

In response to recent changes in the federal workforce, "Career changes for federal employees” will cover the resources for job and career support available to federal employees. This program will discuss resources for transitioning to the private sector, finding state and local government positions, becoming a government contractor, unemployment options, and knowing your rights as … Continued

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Event Series We Learn: Korean – Advanced Level

We Learn: Korean – Advanced Level

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

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned. Click here to register on the P2PU website.

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Event Series We Learn: Korean – Intermediate Level

We Learn: Korean – Intermediate Level

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

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned. Click here to register on the P2PU website.

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Event Series We Learn: Korean – Beginner Level

We Learn: Korean – Beginner Level

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

We Learn learning circles are volunteer-facilitated peer learning groups. Learning circles meet in person but use a hybrid model with online learning materials. Please click the register button to visit the registration site and see more details about what the facilitator has planned. Click here to register on the P2PU website.

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Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration with Flying Strings Youth Ensemble

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

Join us in celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a performance by Flying Strings Youth Ensemble. Flying Strings Youth Ensemble are a group of talented young musicians playing various instruments blending traditional Chinese and western music. Doors open at 12:30 pm and the show begins at 1 pm. A … Continued

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Event Series Kids Club

Kids Club: Rangoli Paper Plates

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

Join us in learning about rangoli, a type of painting done in India. Kids will create their own rangoli and learn a bit about the traditional uses of the artform. For kids in grades K-5. This event is part of our AANHPI Heritage Month 2025 programming.

Two young children, about two and four, enjoy a puppet show.
Event Series Storytime: Family Fun

Storytime: Family Fun

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

Join 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.

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