Abstract Rock Painting: Inspired by Alma Woodsey Thomas
In our Creative Course Club this month, we explore making painted rocks in the artistic style of Alma Woodsey Thomas, and share some resources you can check out to learn more!
Felting Soft Sculptures: Easy To Make Trinkets, Toys and More!
These needle felting books will get you started on your fiber arts journey from tiny dolls to massive multimedia works!
Wine on the Rocks!? Ice Inspired Centerpieces and Winter Cocktails
Hopefully we’ll soon be able to once more host dinners, catch up on lost time and hug loved ones again. When you do, you can impress your guests with this clever ice … Continued
Exploring Watercolor Painting
Watercolor painting is a fun creative activity for all ages and all levels of creative expertise. Check out these great resources to help you get started today!
Keeping Kids Busy This Summer
Many of us are staying home right now, but that doesn’t mean families can’t have a good time. There are lots of ways to keep kids happy and entertained, even if the call of the playground can’t be answered. If you need a little inspiration, try these ideas…
More Virtual Program-alikes
Allegheny County has moved into the yellow phase of reopening. Many of you may be wondering what this means for your Library—and, maybe even more so, your favorite Library program. … Continued
Stay Connected and Creative with the Library!
Whether you have more time on hand, more stress than you can manage, or are looking for the social connection and creative inspiration you would find at the Library, we … Continued
Building Resilience Three Links at a Time
A few years back, the Collection Development team here at CLP began sharing what we call “SuperBetter Moments.” The idea came from a TED talk by game designer Jane McGonigal. In the video, McGonigal … Continued
Learning During COVID-19 and ADHD: Resources for Parents
Today and USA Today are among some media outlets addressing the unique challenges parents of children with special needs face during the pandemic. Without the support schools can provide: special education teachers, reading specialists, classroom therapists and more, services are missing for these kids. With that in mind, here are some light ideas and gentle suggestions specific to ADHD. These are not substitutes for the services currently missing from our lives as we navigate the pandemic. The intent is to connect parents to library resources that may support you at home, while homeschooling or learning with kids with ADHD.
Teen Time @ Home with these Free Creative Resources
Creating community, collaborating and using technology to build our literacies are the core values of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Teenspace. In our Teen Time and Labs programs we find ways … Continued