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
WORKshop
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 a refresher on digital skills. This program takes place in the Job & Career Education Center on the 2nd floor.
Storytime: Preschool Pals
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesPreschoolers 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.
Introduction to Corporate Giving
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis class will cover how corporate grantmakers are different from traditional foundations in many ways. We will go over a basic overview of the different types of corporate giving including what motivates corporations to give, and how to find potential corporate partners. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Job & … Continued
The Art of Victorian Letter-Locking
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesLearn the art of Victorian letter-locking, a special folding technique for keeping private letters… private! Create a private letter, poem, or drawing for someone special. This program will take place in the third-floor conference room.
Mystery Book Club
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesJoin us once a month for book discussions as compelling as the mysteries we read! February's discussion will be on They All Fall Down by Rachel Howzell Hall which can be found in our Catalog. Note: This book discussion is a hybrid event. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Director’s … Continued
Business Plans
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesWant to learn how to create and research for a perfect business plan? Come to this program to learn what a business plan is, its purpose, the different components, and where you can research the information needed to create this plan. Attendees are welcome to join in-person, which takes place in the Job & Career … 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. … Continued
Let’s Speak English
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesThis 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.
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. … Continued
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.
Incubator Comics Presents Ink This! Comic Book Art Workshop for Teens
CLP - Main (Oakland) 4400 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAdvanced Group lessons for beginner/intermediate cartoonists that focus on a variety of cartooning topics from materials and techniques to publishing. This program will take place in Classroom A.