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
When History Repeats Itself
While we’re living through an epidemic that is unprecedented in our lifetimes, CLP has closed in the past in a similar situation. The library was closed for two weeks in … 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
What is leadership?
In her book Leadership in Turbulent Times (DB93029, CL19000), Doris Kearns Goodwin poses these questions, pertinent in any age: “Are leaders born or made? Where does ambition come from? How … Continued
A History of Squirrel Hill
Squirrel Hill is one of Pittsburgh’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Having lived there many years and because I still enjoy visiting it, I was intrigued to read Squirrel Hill A Neighborhood … Continued
Garden Noam: Tranquil Space, Turbulent Topic
International politics, U.S. imperialism, journalistic corruption, and infringement of democratic rights: what better place to digest these heady and complex concepts than in the garden, while surrounding yourself with peace … Continued
Preservation Highlight: Caring for the Collection with Tie-Boxes
Sometimes, the best way to preserve a book and its information is to leave it in its delicate condition and make a sturdy safe place for it to live. This is where our custom made boxes come in! We use preservation grade materials and best practices to ensure the longest life for our collection. The last thing we want is to harm the books by using acidic boards or glues that will speed their deterioration.
Vintage Library: Opposing Viewpoints in Context
If you ever had to do a research paper or senior project in high school, you most likely came in contact with the Opposing Viewpoints series for researching those sometimes … Continued
Learn Something New at Your Library
After a decade of swearing off New Year’s Resolutions, this year I decided to set a goal that would be doable and enjoyable: learn one new thing or fact per day. It’s manageable because it’s small, and learning is something I place a high value on and enjoy doing. The Library also makes it super easy with an abundance of resources. I’m going to talk about two of my favorite online databases.