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Learn a New Skill!

Did you know that your library card gets you access to thousands of online courses? You can develop new skills in areas such as web design, computer programming, accounting, even … Continued

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FOLLOW US! Facebook Twitter Instagram Teenspace Instagram YouTube VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES Book Reviews: Up close and personal book talks with some of your favorite library staff. The next best thing to coming … Continued

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Teen Media Awards 2020!

This moment, unprecedented in our lifetimes, confirms how indispensable creativity is to our life together. A pandemic requires that we navigate new forms of distance—so we explore new ways of … Continued

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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

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Strategies for Struggling or Reluctant Readers

I’ve written before about the challenges of being your child’s teacher during this pandemic, and today’s post is on the same topic. Because, wow, this is hard.

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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

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

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Creativebug—You’re more creative than you think!

Unleash your creativity with Creativebug. With a library card and email address, you can start taking crafting classes right in your home! Material lists for each class are provided. If … Continued

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2020 Teen Media Awards

The Library is all about the flow of ideas and creativity. You might think of the flow as one directional, following a path from books and materials to their readers. In reality, library users pour their talents, passions … Continued

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Rae’s Story

“I feel we are better parents.” With mom and dad by her side, two-year-old Rae sings, claps her hands and stamps her feet during Friday storytimes at CLP – Allegheny. … Continued

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