Library Experiences in Your Neighborhood, Community & School
CLP Your Way!
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh looks forward to seeing you in your neighborhood, community and school! Read on to find out about our various library experiences and how to make a request.
Please note: These services are subject to staff availability and alignment with CLP’s mission and policies. We will do our best but cannot guarantee a visit from or to the Library. If a request cannot be fulfilled, we’ll be in touch to discuss alternative available services. Thank you for your understanding.
OUTSIDE THE LIBRARY EXPERIENCES
Library staff visit your organization to share information, books or present a program. Depending on your organization’s needs and the age group(s) you serve, there are a variety of services we can offer—subject to staff availability. Please review the available experiences menu below to submit a request.
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Storytime
WHO: Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
WHAT: Early Learners and their caregivers will explore action rhymes, songs and stories in this 20-30 minute program. Designed to strengthen early literacy skills and foster a love of reading.
WHERE: in person
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CLP 101
WHO:
Caregivers of Early Learners (ages 0-5)
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
Adults
WHAT: What does the Library have to offer? Find out about our virtual and in-person services and how to access them.
WHERE: virtual (all ages); in-person (teens and adults)
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CLP 101+
WHO:
Caregivers of Early Learners (ages 0-5)
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
Adults
WHAT: Find out about our virtual and in-person services and how to access them. Take a deeper dive into how to use the specific resources your group is interested in.
WHERE: virtual (all ages); in-person (teens and adults) -
Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops
WHO: For Parents, Educators and Caregivers of Early Learners (ages 0-5)
WHAT: Participants will learn practical strategies related to various topics impacting early literacy development. 1- and 2-hour versions of each course are available. Participants can receive PQAS credits if desired. Workshops include:Every Child Ready to Read
Finding Best Books for Babies
Library 101: Resources that Support Early Learners & Their Adults
Race, Reading and Young Children
Sensory Strategies for Early Learners
Using Digital Media Resources with Early LearnersFor full workshop descriptions, visit www.carnegielibrary.org/pittsburgh-ready-literacy-workshops
WHERE: virtual or in person
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Summer Reading Promotion
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Learn all about CLP’s Summer Reading program. Through Summer Reading you can log your books and earn chances to win a prize, all while reading what YOU choose!
WHERE: virtual or in person
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Library Card Sign Up
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)WHAT: Talk to the Library about how your group can facilitate library card registration for youth and their caregivers and access unlimited library resources.
WHERE: virtual or in person
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A Collection of Library Books for Use at Your Location
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Check out books on behalf of your organization and bring books to your group, class or organization. Connect to learn about requirements.
WHERE: in person
IN-LIBRARY EXPERIENCES
Your group comes to the Library for a tour, a program, or to use the Library’s resources. Depending on your needs and the age group(s) you serve, there are a variety of services we can offer—subject to staff availability. Please review the available experiences menu below to submit a request.
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Browse and Check Out Books
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Visit the Library and allow your group to check out materials on their library cards, or your organization’s Library card. (Connect with CLP for more information about using an organization card.)
WHERE: in person
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Library Tour
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Take a brief tour of your neighborhood library and learn how to access your favorite resources.
To tour CLP – Main (Oakland), please complete a special request form.WHERE: in person
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Pittsburgh Ready Literacy Workshops
WHO: For Parents, Educators and Caregivers of Early Learners (ages 0-5)
WHAT: Participants will learn practical strategies related to various topics impacting early literacy development. 1- and 2-hour versions of each course are available. Participants can receive PQAS credits if desired. Workshops include:
Every Child Ready to Read
Finding Best Books for Babies
Library 101: Resources that Support Early Learners & Their Adults
Race, Reading and Young Children
Sensory Strategies for Early Learners
Using Digital Media Resources with Early LearnersFor full workshop descriptions, visit www.carnegielibrary.org/pittsburgh-ready-literacy-workshops
WHERE: in person
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Use the Library Space or Resources
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Would your group like to visit the Library and use the resources (books, public seating, computers, available toys and games for youth)? Connect here to schedule the best time for your group’s visit.
WHERE: in person
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Summer Reading Promotion
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Event attendees can learn all about CLP’s Summer Reading program. Through Summer Reading you can log your books and earn chances to win a prize, all while reading what YOU choose!
WHERE: in person
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Book A Meeting Room
Make a meeting room or pod reservation here.
EVENTS
The Library attends your one-time event to host a table. Depending on your organization’s needs and the age group(s) you serve, there are a variety of services we can offer—subject to staff availability. Please review the available experiences menu below to submit a request.
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Informational Table
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Library Staff will attend your one-time event to host a table and share information about Library services. A quick, self-directed activity may also be provided at the table.
WHERE: in person
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Summer Reading Promotion
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Event attendees can learn all about CLP’s Summer Reading program. Through Summer Reading you can log your books and earn chances to win a prize, all while reading what YOU choose!
WHERE: in person
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Library Card Sign Up
WHO:
Early Learners (ages 0-5) and their Caregivers
School Age Children (grades K-5) and their Caregivers
Teens (grades 6-12)
AdultsWHAT: Event attendees can sign up for a Library card and unlock unlimited library resources.
WHERE: in person
These services are subject to staff availability and alignment with CLP’s mission and policies. We will do our best but cannot guarantee a visit from or to the Library. If a request cannot be fulfilled, we’ll be in touch to discuss alternative available services. Thank you for your understanding.