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Resources to Help You Stay Healthy During Covid-19

Now that we are all living with a “new normal” it is vital that we all help in the fight against COVID-19 to keep ourselves and others safe. As restrictions … Continued

Black and white photo of Civic Arena from 1961.

Down the Research Rabbit Hole: Historic Pittsburgh

One of my favorite non-CLP resources for doing historical research about the city is Historic Pittsburgh. Hosted by the University of Pittsburgh, this website hosts digitized content from more than … Continued

Free Genealogy Websites Everyone Should Be Using

We’re excited to have remote access to Ancestry.com right now, but it’s not the only site out there for online genealogy research. Here’s a roundup of several sites the Pennsylvania … Continued

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Chat With the Library

The Library is always developing new ways for people to engage with us; in addition to our in-person, telephone and email reference request options, you can also speak directly with … Continued

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Free Listening: Options for Library Patrons with Print Disabilities

As many of you know, CLP-LBPH has been closed over the last few weeks while we adhere to Governor Wolf’s order for nonessential workers to Stay at Home. This order … Continued

Virtual Lineup with icons of computer and building

May’s Virtual Lineup

FOLLOW US! Facebook Twitter  Instagram Teenspace Instagram YouTube VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES Teen Book Recommendations: Teen librarians reveal their favorite titles @clpteenspace Instagram Mondays & Wednesdays Book Brackets (Non-March Madness): Vote … Continued

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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

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National Volunteer Week – Thank you!

Even though our buildings are closed, we still want to celebrate all the amazing things our volunteers do and send our sincere thanks. Here are some ways that we are celebrating … Continued

April’s Virtual Lineup

Follow us! Facebook Twitter  Instagram Teenspace Instagram YouTube APRIL 2020 ACTIVITIES Teen Book Recommendations: Teen librarians reveal their favorite titles @clpteenspace Instagram Mondays & Wednesdays Book Brackets (Non-March Madness): Vote … Continued

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Theater Without the Crowd

Even If You Can’t Go to the Theater – Bring the Theater Home to You With all events cancelled, it can sometimes feel like there is nothing to do. The … Continued

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