Something magical happens every day at your neighborhood library. You can be transported to the past, wonder in the present, and even travel into the future. Kids can connect to their wildest imaginations, and teens can meet, eat and retreat. Sure, libraries are beautiful cathedrals filled with amazing books. There are also work hubs, meeting places, skill builders, entertainers, world expanders, and much more.
September is Love Your Library month, so it’s the perfect time to show your love by getting involved with your local library through one or more of the following programs and events.
AARP Safe Driving Course
Wednesday & Thursday, September 7 and 8 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Baldwin Library
Anyone age 50 or older may save money on their auto insurance after completing eight hours of instruction from AARP. $25 for non-members and $20 for AARP members.
Call (412) 885-2255
Back Deck Yoga
Wednesdays | noon – 12:45 p.m.
Millvale Community Library
Outdoor FREE community yoga class with Emily of All Bodies Welcome Yoga. Bring your own mat.
Call (412) 822-7081
Senior Social Hour
Thursdays | 2 – 3 p.m. beginning September 8
C.C. Mellor Memorial Library Forest Hills
Join this weekly social hour for seniors. Come meet your neighbors and stop by the library for coffee or tea.
Call (412) 436-2390
Color Time
Fridays | 1:30 – 4 p.m. beginning September 9
Scott Township Public Library
Supplies provided or bring your own.
Call (412) 429-5380
Lunch and Learn: Meet the Candidates – Part 1
Saturday, September 10 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Homewood Auditorium, and online via Zoom
Visit carnegielibrary.org
Lunch and Learn: Meet the Candidates – Part 2
Saturday, October 8 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Homewood Auditorium, and online via Zoom
Visit carnegielibrary.org
Join in person or virtually for a special voter education series that brings community members together to create informed and educated voters throughout Allegheny County. In-person attendees will receive a complimentary boxed lunch. The first 15 virtual attendees who attend the entire session will receive a gift card comparable to the boxed lunch. Registration is required and supplies are limited.
Classic Movie Mondays
Mondays | 10:30 a.m. beginning September 12
Avalon Public Library
Watch timeless, classic movies with others. Call for weekly titles.
Call (412) 761-2288
Bingo
Thursday, September 15 | 2 – 3:30 p.m.
Brentwood Library
Join friends for free bingo. Small prizes will be awarded to winners. Cookies and drinks will be served.
Call (412) 882-5694
Mystery Lovers Book Club
Thursdays, September 15 and October 20 | 2 p.m.
Baldwin Library
Want to find out “whodunnit?” Join this happy group of amateur sleuths.
Call (412) 885-2255
Computer Tutor
Every Thursday | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., half hour sessions
Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale
Get help with technology issues, as well as using and navigating your device.
Call (412) 731-2300
Estate Planning Series presented by Conti Law
Thursday, September 29: Estate Planning 101
Wednesday, October 26: Settling a Loved One’s Estate
Tuesday, November 29: Advanced Estate Planning—Trusts
6 – 7 p.m.
Western Allegheny Community Library
Conti Law will discuss different topics in estate planning to help you navigate this process.
Register: westernalleghenylibrary.org
Pennsylvania Goes to the Polls
Thursday, September 29 | 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Northland Public Library
Join presidential historian Steve Mihaly as he shares original presidential artifacts and photographs, primarily from western Pennsylvania, most of which have never been seen by the public. Registration is required.
Call (412) 366-8100, ext. 113
Craft Swap
Saturday, October 8 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Western Allegheny Community Library
Did you pick up a crafting hobby that no longer interests you? Want to try something new without the upfront cost? Then come to this craft swap! Donations will be accepted starting October 1, or bring them in the day of the swap. You do not need to donate to participate. See website for donation guidelines.
Visit westernalleghenylibrary.org
Free to the People: Historic Pittsburgh Fair
Saturday, October 15 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main (Oakland)
The Historic Pittsburgh Fair highlights the rich historical resources our city has to offer. The day will feature local history and speakers discussing historical resources. Participants can enjoy a DIY scavenger hunt, historical tours, and other library activities.
Visit carnegielibrary.org
Archives, Access, and Transparency: Preserving America’s Legacy: A conversation with National Archivist David Ferriero
Sunday, October 23 | 2 p.m.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Lecture Hall
Nominated by President Barack Obama, David Ferriero served as the Tenth Archivist of the United States until his retirement in April 2022. This event will be held in conversation with Ed Galloway, Associate University Librarian, Archives and Special Collections, University of Pittsburgh Library System.
Visit carnegielibrary.org
RAD Pass
RAD Pass is an online ticket lending system that allows Allegheny County library cardholders ages 18+ to access free or discounted tickets to regional attractions. RAD Pass helps make our region’s cultural resources available and accessible to everyone.
Visit radpass.org
To learn more, visit loveyourlibrary.org.