Be a Community Helper!
Try reading these picture books to learn more about what you can do in your community!
Some Like it Hot
Tired of the same old Summer book lists promising cool locales, chilling tales, and the frozen depths of space? CLP hears you. We know some of you like it hot, … Continued
Weird World of Sports
Ask the average person what their favorite sport is, and you will probably get an answer like football, baseball, or hockey. Maybe soccer, or figure skating. There is, however, a … Continued
Teen Titles to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
During Disability Pride Month, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is committed to highlighting and celebrating the diverse experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities. We recognize this month as an opportunity … Continued
Adult Titles to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
During Disability Pride Month, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is committed to highlighting and celebrating the diverse experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities. We recognize this month as an opportunity … Continued
Kids’ Titles to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
During Disability Pride Month, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is committed to highlighting and celebrating the diverse experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities. We recognize this month as an opportunity to raise awareness, promote acceptance, and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. Check out these kids’ titles to celebrate Disability Pride Month.
Here to Help: Immigration
For life’s big and small moments Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh staff have created Here to Help booklists. Here to Help booklists provide information and support in navigating life experiences. Librarians … Continued
History for Young Readers
Are you interested in learning more about history, but intimidated by the textbooks or large volumes that you might see at school or a fancy bookstore? Then try these history books that are made specifically for middle grade readers and teens.
Appalachian Voices
Appalachian writing, like its region, is shaped by contradictions: deep ties to land with a history of environmental exploitation; industrial triumph and ruin; resilience and resourcefulness born out of struggle … Continued
Pride Month Picks for Adults
For Pride 2024, CLP is celebrating joy, love, and solidarity while recognizing the oppression the LGBTQIA+ community continues to face—especially for people with intersecting identities. We invite you to celebrate with us and explore these books and more in our collections.