Past Event

Harvest on the Hill
Saturday, October 17 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM || 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM The air is crisp, the leaves are changing…it’s time to celebrate autumn with the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall! Join us on the hill above East Main Street for all kinds of fall crafts and family fun. Paint a pumpkin, Read More

Songs from the Steps with Stage 62
The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall presents: Songs from the Steps with Stage 62 Sunday, October 25, 2020 || 2:00pm Call to Reserve Your Seat 412-276-3456 x6 The Music Hall remains necessarily closed, but that won’t keep our resident company quiet. Spend a lovely fall afternoon serenaded by those “glorious Stage 62 voices.”* Our Music Hall Read More

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
Saturday, November 7, 1:00 PM Libraries are civic organizations. As we developed Library Park, a flagpole opposite the Library entrance was an essential part of the design. Since November 2017, a Veterans Day ceremony has become a tradition at the Library & Music Hall. This ceremony feels more necessary this year more than ever before. Read More

Discover Medicare
presented by Bess Adams 10:30am on the following Saturdays November 7 December 5 Licensed insurance agent, Bess Adams will make it easy for everyone to understand how Medicare works and how to get the most out of it. This Medicare-approved presentation will cover how and when to enroll, supplemental coverage options, Rx coverage and more. No Read More

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY
Saturday, November 7, 1:00 PM Libraries are civic organizations. As we developed Library Park, a flagpole opposite the Library entrance was an essential part of the design. Since November 2017, a Veterans Day ceremony has become a tradition at the Library & Music Hall. This ceremony feels more necessary this year more than ever before. Read More

2nd Saturday Civil War Series
Mothers, Marms & Madams: Women’s Roles in the Civil War Speaker: Diane Klinefelter Saturday, November 14, 2020 | 1:00 – 2:00PM Online presentation www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegie. No account is required. Or join us on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82372023727 Meeting ID: 823 7202 3727 Rather than standing idle on the sidelines, women of all ages, races, classes, and religions played Read More

Prepare the Perfect Pie Crust
Sunday, November 15 at 2:00 PM Whether you’re socially distancing or gathering with your pod this season, a great pie crust is essential to the holidays! In this free online class, experienced baker Kelly Hiser will share her tips and tricks for a light, flaky, mouthwatering crust that’s sure to be the talk of your Read More

High School Musical Audition Workshop
Saturday, November 21 Reserve your spot today! The Collective will be hosting a FREE High School Musical Audition Workshop at our studio (Andrew Carnegie Music Hall in Carnegie, PA) on Saturday, November 21st! We LOVE high school musicals and we want to help students feel as comfortable as possible when they audition. This class Read More

Carnegie Celebrates the Season
Sunday, December 6, 2:00-3:30 PM Please join us for the seventh year of “Carnegie Celebrates the Season!” Walk or drive by the Library for a special no-contact holiday experience. We even convinced Santa to make time in his schedule to wave a greeting to our families – plus he’ll bring along his mailbox to collect Read More

Holiday Paper Quilling
Saturday, December 12 Two sessions: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM or 1:00-2:00 PM By popular demand, we’re offering a brand new holiday edition of our paper quilling class with JoLynne Dougherty! If you’ve never tried quilling, it’s a simple but flexible art form that scholars believe originated in ancient Egypt. You’ll learn to create delicate rolls from Read More

CPAC presents The Nutcracker – ONLINE!
December 15 – 25, 2020 The Carnegie Performing Arts Center, the ACFL&MH’s resident youth dance company, is keeping our favorite holiday tradition alive. Their annual performance of The Nutcracker will be available to stream online in December! Christmas time brings to life the magical story of a little girl named Clara and her handsome Nutcracker Read More

Second Saturday Civil War Series
From Fact to Fiction: Writing Historical Novels Speaker: Ruth Ochs Webster Saturday, January 9, 2021 | 1:00 PM Online www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegie. No account is required. Or join us on Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85339375533 Meeting ID: 853 3937 5533 Ruth Webster brings the War in Kentucky to life in a series of historical novels. Research into her family’s past led to Read More

Be SMART for Kids: Learn About Gun Safety
As parents and guardians, we’re responsible for keeping our children safe. That’s why it is crucial for us to be smart about gun safety. Volunteers for the Be SMART program work to reduce the number of child firearm deaths that occur when guns are not stored responsibly. Be SMART trains community members on the simple Read More

Carnegie Performing Arts Center – The Little Mermaid
OPEN AUDITIONS The Little Mermaid The Charming Ballet Saturday, January 30 2:00pm Children Ages 5-12 3:00pm Dancers Ages 13-18 Auditions are open to all, you do not have to be a student of CPAC to audition. All auditions will be held at the CPAC Studio located at 500 Chestnut Street Carnegie, PA 15106 For more Read More

Teen Crafting: Woven Heart Baskets
Creating woven heart baskets is an old Danish tradition. Come learn some basic sewing skills as we weave felt Valentine’s Day baskets! They’re the perfect size for giving a few yummy treats to a friend. All supplies will be provided. Please pick up your supplies at the Library after you register. This program will meet Read More

Make a Folded Valentine’s Book!
Saturday, February 13 at 11:00 AM Celebrate love this February with this special craft program! Together we'll learn to fold the pages in old books into heart shapes to create lovely, unique art works! All materials are provided - please pick up your materials at the library after you register. This program will meet remotely Read More

Second Saturday Civil War Series
Grant And Civil War Railroads Kenneth J. Serfass as Ulysses S. Grant Saturday, February 13, 2021 1:00 PM ONLINE www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegie. No account required. Zoom https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87867563667 Meeting ID: 878 6756 3667 The successful military commander wins because he is able to adapt to changing situations, and so it was during the Civil War and the developments in Read More

Stage 62 presents Take Home Tales
February 19 - March 6, 2021 Tickets Stage 62 invites young artists to take a seat in the director's chair with TAKE HOME TALES. Each Take Home Tales kit includes two original scripts with music, choreography and all the tools you need to bring the magic of theater into your own home! Take Home Tales Read More

The Collective – Playground
February 20th – March 27th The Collective announces a new Spring Class for ages 10-13. The Collective Playground is a 6-week course for young students with big imaginations. If you are a student who loves creating characters, singing or just being on stage – this program is perfect for you! Learn More Class is limited to Read More

Teen Gaming: “Among Us”
Tweens and teens! Join us online for a few rounds of the hugely popular game of social deduction, “Among Us!” You’ll take on the role of a crew member on a scientific vessel, but beware – an alien imposter lurks in your midst. Can you identify the imposter before they wipe out your whole crew?You Read More

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Awakened Hearts – The Power & Patriotism of Civilians
This is an online event: Facebook: www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegie No account required. Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84817938140 Meeting ID: 848 1793 8140 In 1861, America was going to war. Citizen armies were formed, and a frenzy of patriotism influenced both the civilian men going to war and those left at home. Following the history of the 1st Minnesota Regiment and Read More

Learn to Make Pretzels!
Saturday, March 20, 11:00 AM Bring the family together and follow along as we learn to make delicious homemade soft pretzels! This is a fun, easy project that kids and adults can do together. Pick up your ingredients at the Library any time we're open! After you register, you will receive a Zoom link to Read More

Library Resources for Businesses
Monday, March 22 at 7:00 PM Level up your business with the help of the free resources of the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall! Join us for an exploration of the valuable business information freely available with your public library card! Learn all about the databases Gale Business Essentials and Business Source Elite, Read More

National Poetry Month: Poetry Writing Workshop
Join the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall to celebrate poetry all April long! Kick off National Poetry Month with a burst of inspiration! Come explore poetry writing in a safe, supportive space with Season Ciechanowski of Red Brick Poetry. We'll read some poems together and take a close look at how they work and what Read More