Online Resources for Teachers & Students
With schools closed right now, it’s important to know that the library has many resources to help with online learning. Students can explore our expanded World Book Online collection. We … Continued
The Library Supports Single Moms Raising Teens
As a mother, I shared my love of reading with my two sons and took them to the library quite often. They felt like “big boys” checking out books with … Continued
eResources for Black History Month
Looking for information about the people, places and events that Black History Month commemorates? Whether you are searching now or at any other time throughout the year, check out some … Continued
Are you in the market for a new appliance?
Did all of the dish washing during the holidays destroy your dishwasher, but you’re not sure which dishwasher to get? Do you want adjustable racks, a stainless-steel tub, flexible flatware slots, a … Continued
Databases Are Not Just for Data
Your library card gives you and your family access to all sorts of materials like books, movies and music. But you probably already knew that. Did you know it also gives you access to useful and fun digital content through our databases?
#eBooksForAll – Changes to eBook Access
Starting today (November 1st), Macmillan Publishing is changing the rules regarding how Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) can purchase eBooks. Going forward, we are only allowed to purchase a single … Continued
Upcoming Changes to Lynda.com
UPDATE 9/18/2019: LinkedIn has sent out the following message to its library customers: “First, thank you for being a valued customer and working so closely with us on the migration … Continued
Introducing Creativebug Online Craft Tutorials
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Communications and Creative Services Intern, Corinne Hebestreit, got crafty with Creativebug, the latest addition to our eResources collection. Creativebug, a service offering online video tutorials for … Continued
Creating Access and Building Digital Literacy Awareness
The ways we gather, store and understand information are moving further into digital spaces. It is essential that we are providing access to, and creating the foundational skills necessary for, children to navigate these spaces. The BLAST (Bringing Libraries and Schools Together) team has been working to ensure that access to digital spaces remains equitable within library services.
Veteran’s Day Library Picks
Throughout the years, Veterans Day adopts a new meaning and context for each generation. When I was growing up, the holiday felt (and still is) very much attached to the … Continued