Items tagged "Adults"

RADical Days 2020

RADical Days, the annual celebration of the cultural institutions and organizations that benefit from Allegheny Regional Asset District sales tax funding, occurs this year from September – November 2020. Read on to learn more about what’s happening this year.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/radical-days-2020/

Real Imaginary Lives

It’s fascinating to think about the lives of historical figures. Perhaps that’s why so many authors try their hands at imagining the internal and external lives of famous figures, bringing them closer to the world of contemporary readers by coloring facts and dates with feelings and fiction.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/real-imaginary-lives/

Love Listening To Your Library With Audiobooks

Perhaps you are one of the readers who discovered audiobooks during self-isolation to break up the hours in the day, or started to rely on them during daily walks or housecleaning. You’re not alone, audiobooks are getting more and more popular.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/love-listening-to-your-library-with-audiobooks/

Join Quantum Theatre for Free Performances Online

Quantum Theatre has announced a lineup of three live performances, free of charge! Over the next few months, you can register for the shows and watch them wherever you please. The theatre is coming to you!

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/join-quantum-theatre-for-free-performances-online/

Scroll Through Today’s Stories With eMagazines and Newspapers

In a world ruled by headline skimming and hashtags, I challenge you to read a few paragraphs in and see what happens. You may feel your world expand beyond the buzzwords of today or enjoy a needed break.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/scroll-through-todays-stories-with-emagazines-and-newspapers/

Podcasts That Center Diverse Perspectives

Podcasts! Ideal companions for driving, dishwashing, housecleaning, even gardening — or maybe insomnia companions. Here I have compiled a list of podcasts that cover a range of identities engaging with the world, focusing on Black, LGBTQ+ and disabled perspectives.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/podcasts-that-center-diverse-perspectives/

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. Though we don’t have a date in mind for reopening, I promise that we are just as eager to see you as you are to […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/more-virtual-program-alikes/

Want to Do Your Own Readers’ Advisory?

While we love helping you find great reads and want to find the right book just for you, we also recognize that many of us love to explore on our own. Being able to go into the stacks to scan the shelves, scout out the new book area, and check out what has been put […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/want-to-do-your-own-readers-advisory/

Always Available on Hoopla: Cooking on a Budget

It’s challenging to be creative with cooking when our time at the grocery stores is limited, the kids are tired of the usual go-to meals, and some days, cooking a meal is just hard! While our libraries are not open for you to browse our cookbook collection, we want to make sure that you have […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/always-available-on-hoopla-cooking-on-a-budget/

Always Available on Hoopla: Romantic Comedy Series

Sometimes current events can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for a way to escape for a while, these romantic comedies are always available as eBooks through Hoopla. You can link to Hoopla through our eResources page and view a Hoopla tutorial here. Chance of a Lifetime series by Kate Clayborn Three women navigate life […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/always-available-on-hoopla-romantic-comedy-series/