CLP – Allegheny: Historic Photos and Spooky Photo Retouching
On February 20, 1890, Andrew Carnegie’s first municipal library—the Carnegie Free Library of Allegheny—opened in Allegheny City (now the North Side of Pittsburgh). Mr. Carnegie provided $300,000 for the building, on … Continued
2021 Election Information Roundup
Election Day—Tuesday, November 2—is here. Are you ready to vote? Here is a roundup of all our election posts and FAQs to make sure you are informed and prepared!
Ways to Vote in the 2021 Election
Learn about the changes to this year’s November election and the ways in which you can vote by mail or in person.
Celebrate Family History Month with Resources from CLP
Since genealogy is the second-most popular hobby in America, what better way to celebrate Family History Month than to share some of the incredible resources we have at CLP? Genealogy … Continued
CLP Spotlights: Shanon Williams-Hughes from The Wellness Collective
Welcome to #CLPSpotlights, our monthly series highlighting individuals and organizations that make a difference in their community. This month, we interviewed Shanon Williams-Hughes from The Wellness Collective, a resource collective that brings neighbors … Continued
September 28th is National Voter Registration Day!
What is National Voter Registration Day? National Voter Registration Day is celebrated every year on the fourth Tuesday of September. First celebrated in 2012, it is a nonpartisan civic holiday … Continued
There’s More Than One Way to Support Your Library
We understand that every library supporter is different, with a special library story, personal reasons for giving and different ways of making charitable giving a part of their life and … Continued
Five Books for Emerging Leaders
Many people would agree that our world today needs creative, adaptive and innovative people in all positions of responsibility. From business executives to community organizers to those seeking social equity and inclusiveness, leaders on any level need the tools and philosophies to be successful. Here are five titles emerging leaders can use to discover methods and practices useful for creating positive and productive businesses, organizations and communities.
Here to Help: How Pittsburghers Can Support Afghan Refugees
Pittsburgh is welcoming families and individuals who have fled the recent political upheaval in Afghanistan. Navigating a new country while still experiencing the trauma of a rapid and unsure departure can be overwhelming. The following information contains links to local, national and international resources.
CLP Spotlights: Demi Kolke from Kenny’s
Welcome to #CLPSpotlights, our monthly series highlighting individuals and organizations that make a difference in their community. This month, we interviewed Demi Kolke from Kenny’s, a community and cultural celebration space in … Continued