Violins of Hope
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is proud to partner with Violins of Hope to bring movement-based workshops, music performances and a panel discussion centered on themes of inclusion, hope and so much more to five library branches.
Banned Books: Adult Nonfiction
Banned Books Week is October 1-7. As CLP celebrates the right to read, check out the below is a list of adult nonfiction titles that have been challenged, banned, or censored over the past few years.
Adult Historical Fiction and Nonfiction for Juneteenth
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued
Children’s Nonfiction and Historical Fiction for Juneteenth
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued
The Importance of Freedom: Juneteenth-Adjacent Titles for Teens
Juneteenth, declared a federal holiday in 2021, has long been celebrated by African American communities. Why June 19th? Juneteenth celebrates the day (June 19, 1865) that General Gordon Granger arrived … Continued
30 Books in 30 Minutes Pride Picks: Nonfiction
On Wednesday, June 7th at our South Side location, and on Saturday June 24th at our Downtown location, CLP will be reprising the popular 30 Books in 30 Minutes program … Continued
30 Books in 30 Minutes Pride Picks: Biographies and Memoirs
On Wednesday, June 7th at our South Side location, and Saturday, June 24th, at our Downtown location, CLP will be reprising the popular 30 Books in 30 Minutes program – … Continued
Thinking About Cities
When you walk out your front door, what do you see? Who are your neighbors, and where did the names of your streets come from? Can you walk to a … Continued
The David McCullough Booklist
We’ve heard of David G. McCullough’s “The Johnstown Flood”, but what are some other titles that McCullough has written? If you enjoy reading about history, you’re in luck! Check out … Continued