Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Blood, Courage, and the Maltese Cross - Personal Stories of the 62nd Pennsylvania Infantry
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
In Person in the Lincoln Gallery at ACFL&MH!

Organized in Pittsburgh in the summer of 1861, the 62nd Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry was among the most decorated of regiments fielded by the Keystone State during the Civil War. Company H of the regiment included many local residents and was commanded by Captain Thomas Espy, namesake of the Captain Thomas Espy Post. The regiment lost more than 250 men during their term of enlistment, including Captain Thomas Espy, and was one of only 14 Union army regiments to lose 17 or more officers during the war.The Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall will welcome several members of the 62nd Pennsylvania Living History Group, an organization dedicated to education, preservation, and honoring the men of the original regiment. Blood, Courage and the Maltese Cross will consist of four individual stories of men that fought, and in some cases gave the last full measure of devotion.Speakers include…Michael Kraus, discussing the Maltese Cross flag displayed at Soldiers and Sailors, which was fought under at Gettysburg by members of the 62nd; Robert ‘Slim’ Bowser, discussing his ancestor, Sgt. Daniel Swigart, of Company D; Katie and Brian Wolfe, discussing the Lowry brothers from the 62nd; Van Cornish will discuss Pvt. William Dunn, killed in the Wheatfield at Gettysburg; and Matt Hankinson will discuss Capt. Edwin Little, killed at the Stony Hill at Gettysburg.

Zumba with Emonie
2025-01-18 10:30 - 11:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join licensed Zumba instructor Emonie Smith for an hour of dance fitness! Get moving to Latin, pop, and international music as you improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen your core – while burning calories and having fun!

$10 requested donation per person. All participants must sign a liability waiver. Slots are limited – please click here to register!

Knife Sharpening with Dennis Snedden: Whetstone Tips, Tools, & Techniques
2025-01-23 19:00 - 20:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Look sharp – it’s a hands-on workshop on sharpening and caring for your knives! A well-sharpened edge is much safer and more effective than a dull one, and with a little guidance, anyone can learn to keep their knife edges in excellent condition. Experienced sharpener Dennis Snedden will teach participants how to keep their own knives sharp and ready to use.

Each participant should bring two or three 5″-10″ kitchen knives (non-serrated); a diamond, oil, or water stone (if you have one); a honing rod or steel (if you have one); your knife edge questions; and a will to learn! You will learn the best and safest techniques for honing a fine edge. Come with dull knives – leave with safer, sharper, functional edges!

No ceramic knives, hair or sewing scissors, please.

A suggested donation of $15 will be put towards funding the 2025 kids’ Summer Reading Program. Space is limited, so please click here to register! 18 years and older, please.

Tom Roberts presents: Lost Pittsburgh - Forgotten History of Pittsburgh Jazz
2025-01-28 19:00 - 20:30
Join world renowned pianist Tom Roberts as he presents the early jazz musicians of Pittsburgh through recordings, images, and research! Many of the legendary jazz figures of our city are admired the world over, but tend to be less well known in the Pittsburgh area itself. Come face to face with the legacy of Pittsburgh’s influential giants of jazz through exquisite recordings that capture every breath and nuance of these remarkable artists.This program will take place on Zoom on Facebook Live. Please register to attend; you will receive an email with a link to the Zoom event on the morning of January 28. Click here to register.

Free Legal Advice with the Allegheny County Bar Association Pro Bono Center
2025-01-30 16:30 - 18:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Sign up for a thirty minute appointment for free legal advice with attorneys from the Allegheny County Bar Foundation’s Pro Bono Center!

To request an appointment, please call us at 412-276-3456 or email loughranm@einetwork.net. Please be prepared to share your name, contact information, and the topic of your legal questions.

Ukulele Strum-Along
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Come strum with us! Join Amber Rozel of Steel City Ukuleles for a free introduction to the simple, versatile instrument known as the ukulele. Learn just a few simple chords, and you’ll be able to play hundreds of songs – no prior experience needed, and you don’t need to own your own ukulele! Meet other uke-enthusiasts and join our strum-along group!

The event will start with a special lesson for first-timers at 6:00 PM. If you already know your way around a ukulele, join us at 6:45 to play along!

This group is intended for teens and adults. Please register below!

Embracing Our Differences: "American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America's First Paramedics" - with special guest John Moon!
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join us for community conversations about diversity & inclusion! This February, explore the amazing history of the Black Pittsburgh men who created the nation’s first EMT service, Freedom House, in 1967. We will read and discuss American Sirens: The Incredible Story of the Black Men Who Became America’s First Paramedics by Kevin Hazzard – plus, Freedom House member John Moon will join us for conversation and share his experiences in emergency medicine through the years!

Copies of the book are available for checkout at the Library’s circulation desk. Pick up your copy any time the Library is open!

Registration is appreciated – please click here to register.

Civil War Gaming: Battle Cry - New Market Heights
2025-02-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join Pittsburgh wargamer Paul Lawson for a free introduction to historical tabletop wargaming! Command your troops and experience the strategy and tactics of the battles that determined our nation’s future.

Today we honor Black History Month as we play through the New Market Heights scenario of the game Battle Cry. Fourteen United States Colored Troops (USCT) soldiers earned the Congressional Medal of Honor at this engagement.

Battle Cry is a low-complexity wargame published by Avalon Hill and suitable for ages 10+. No experience is necessary. Please join us!

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Borderland Freedom: African American Experiences during the Gettysburg Campaign
2025-02-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
In Person in the Lincoln Gallery at ACFL&MH!

Facebook: www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegieNo Account Required!Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9370579279Meeting ID: 937 057 9279

Gettysburg was part of a precarious borderland during the nineteenth century. The Mid-Atlantic borderland was a fundamentally ambiguous space where slavery and freedom intermixed because enslavers were able to kidnap free people of color as fugitive slaves. Free people of color from Gettysburg and its surrounding environs learned from these experiences to protect themselves by hiding or fleeing when Confederate soldiers crossed the Mason-Dixon Line in 1863.

Confederate soldiers who kidnapped free people of color under the guise of retrieving “contrabands” in 1863 were mirroring but not quite replicating the actions of antebellum enslavers from Virginia and Maryland. Both upset the perceived division between slavery and freedom when they captured African Americans. However, the Civil War kidnappings took place in a different political context, illustrating the very real impact Black refugee movement had on Pennsylvania’s free people of color.

Rachael Barbara Nicholas is a PhD candidate studying nineteenth-century American history at West Virginia University. She has a B.A. in history and classics from Ohio Wesleyan University and an M.A. in public history from West Virginia University. Ms. Nicholas is currently the park historian at Gettysburg National Military Park. She was previously a seasonal park ranger (historical interpretation) at Gettysburg. She has also been a graduate instructor at West Virginia University, a research assistant for the National Digital Newspaper Program, and a graduate research associate for the Civil War Governors of Kentucky Digital Documentary Edition. Her first article was recently published in the Register of the Kentucky Historical Society. She is in the process of completing her dissertation, which is tentatively titled “Movement, Imagination, and the Changing Spaces between Slavery and Freedom in the Mid-Atlantic Borderland, 1861-1877.”

Valentine's Collaging Workshop with Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse
2025-02-13 17:00 - 18:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join Teaching Artists from the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse for a hands-on, Valentine’s Day-themed paper collaging workshop! Make a Valentine for a loved one, a collage poem, a vision board—anything you can put together with paper, scissors, and a little glue.

This event is free and open to all ages—come by yourself, bring a date, or even bring the whole family! Please register for this event here.

AARP presents: Get to Know Social Security!
2025-02-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Do you understand how Social Security works? Have you wondered what the difference between full, early, and delayed benefits are? Join Mike Rosenberg of the AARP for this free Social Security workshop!

The workshop focuses on building an understanding of the implications of Social Security claiming decisions. You will discover what Social Security is, learn how to secure your benefits, and explore the future of Social Security. Build confidence in making a decision that is right for you!

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

Local Author Storytime: "I Like Me!" with Emonie Smith
2025-02-19 11:30 - 12:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
In honor of Black History Month, please join us for a special guest storytime featuring a mother and daughter duo of confidence! Local independent children’s book author Emonie Smith will share a tale celebrating self-confidence and being yourself with her wonderful book “I Like Me!,” while her daughter Keisana will perform a special song about self-love.

This program will take place at 11:30 am in the Lincoln Gallery.

"I Never Saw Another Butterfly": Children of the Terezin Ghetto
2025-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
The Terezin Ghetto (or “Theresienstadt”) was founded in 1941 as a waystation for Jewish people en route to death camps, and functioned as such through 1945. An unusually high number of prominent Jews including artists, scientists, performers, and teachers were segregated to Terezin, leading to an especially rich cultural life within the ghetto. Paintings were created, jazz and classical concerts occurred, and children participated in art classes, writing lessons, and general education courses taught by highly qualified professionals – all organized by the Jews being confined prior to extermination.

Tonight, join Rebecca Godlove of Prime Stage Theater to learn the heart-wrenching story of the children of Terezin and the adults who did whatever they could to provide them with a light in the darkness.

Don’t miss Prime Stage Theater’s production of I Never Saw Another Butterfly and The Terezin Promise, written by Celeste Raspanti and directed by Wayne Brinda. Performances run from February 28 through March 9.

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

Ham Radio Demo Day with the Steel City Amateur Radio Club
2025-02-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join members of Carnegie’s Steel City Amateur Radio Club for a day of free ham radio demonstrations! Learn about the science behind this fascinating hobby, broadcast and receive messages, and even try your hand at the amateur radio license exam. Join us and you may just discover your new favorite interest!

No appointments are necessary – drop in any time between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Wrapped in History: A Hair Wrapping Workshop with Emonie Smith
2025-02-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Dive into African American heritage with this enriching hair wrapping workshop by Emonie Smith, aka Madame Em!

Explore the history, significance, and evolution of African American hair wrapping through live demonstrations and practical tips. Participants will discover various styles and techniques, celebrating cultural roots and creative expression. Join us to learn about hair wrapping and find inspiration to express your unique identity and creativity.

Emonie Smith is a self-published author from Florida, known for her acclaimed books I Like Me: A Children’s Self-Confidence Book and Through the Eyes of a Stranger: A Short Stories Collection. Balancing her creative work with family life, she inspires others to pursue their dreams.

Registration is required – please click here to register!

Carnegie Cinema presents: "Unstoppable" (2024), featuring Chimechi Oparanozie
2025-02-24 18:00 - 21:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
In celebration of Black History Month, join Pittsburgh-born actor Chimechi Oparanozie for a special screening of Unstoppable (2024), directed by William Goldenberg!

Unstoppable tells the inspiring true story of African American wrestler Anthony Robles, who overcame the challenge of being born with one leg to win a national championship in 2011. In addition to Chimechi in the role of Brian Corwin, the film also stars Jharrel Jerome, Jennifer Lopez, and Don Cheadle.

A reception with light refreshments will start at 6:00 PM. There will be a brief talk by Chimechi at 7:00 PM, followed by the screening of the film.

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

Get to Know Ramadan!
2025-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join members of the Attawheed Islamic Center for a fun exploration of Ramadan! You’ll learn about the history of this important month, the significance of the Quran in Ramadan, the effects of fasting, and a day in the life of a Muslim during Ramadan. Come learn about this period observed by over two billion people worldwide.

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register!

St Clair Medical Group presents: Your Healthy Heart
2025-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S.? Tonight, join cardiologist Dr. Michael Bashline of St Clair Medical Group for a guided tour of your heart’s health!

From diet and exercise to genetics and lifestyle choices, anyone can learn to make smart decisions to keep their heart in good working order. We’ll explore how the heart changes throughout your lifetime, and understand the many benefits of a healthy heart. Please join us!

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

Madan Sara: The Power of Haitian Women
2025-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Our celebration of Black History Month continues with this screening of a powerful documentary by filmmaker Etant Dupain. The women known as Madan Sara in Haiti work tirelessly to buy, distribute, and sell food and other essentials in markets through the country. Despite the obstacles faced by the women working in a sector that lacks investment, infrastructure and state assistance, the Madan Sara continue to be one of the most critical parts of the Haitian economy and of who we are as a country.

The Madan Sara documentary tells the stories of these indefatigable women who work at the margins to make Haiti’s economy run. Despite facing intense hardship and social stigma, the hard work of the Madan Sara puts their children through school, houses their families, and helps to ensure a better life for generations to come. This film amplifies the calls of the Madan Sara as they speak directly to society to share their dreams for a more just Haiti.

Join us for a screening of this documentary, followed by a group discussion led by Haiti Friends. Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register!

Carnegie Crafters - Craft Night at the Movies: "Dirty Dancing" (1987)
2025-03-01 18:30 - 21:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Calling all knitters, crocheters, embroiderers, and fiber artists of every kind! Come join the Carnegie Crafters! We share advice and inspiration, chat with new friends, and work on our projects in a supportive group setting.

Tonight, join us for our first Craft Night at the Movies! Enjoy crafting in the comfortable Music Hall while we watch the classic Dirty Dancing, with Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Gray. All crafts are encouraged, but please refrain from using any paints, glue, or any liquids or materials that could cause mess in our historic Music Hall. Food and drink are not permitted.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the movie will start at 7:00 PM.

No craft? No problem! You are welcome to join, but keep in mind that that the lights will be on. Please email carnegiecrafters@gmail.com with any questions.

Registration is not required – all are welcome!

Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club presents Spring Suspense Classics: "Gaslight" (1944)
2025-03-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Thrilling, edge-of-your-seat suspense is in store with the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club’s Spring Suspense Classics series!

Tonight: Gaslight (1944), directed by George Cukor. A young singer questions her sanity among inexplicable phenomena as she begins a life with her new husband. Starring Ingrid Bergman and Charles Boyer.

Don’t miss the remaining dates in this series!

March 19: The Trouble with Harry (1955)

April 2: Niagara (1953)

April 9: Our Man in Havana (1959)

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

The Physics of Climate Change - with David Brunco, PhD
2025-03-06 19:00 - 20:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join David Brunco, PhD, for a discussion of climate change, using Lawrence Krauss’s book The Physics of Climate Change as a guide. Learn about the fundamental science that should provide the foundation for an understanding of this pressing issue.

This event will be different from most climate change discussions, as participants are not told to accept climate change on faith or authority in deference to climate scientists. Rather, we will start with fundamental science and data, and then go to where it takes us. In the process , we will discuss the role of the atmosphere in simple earth/sun energy balances, blackbody radiation, the Stefan-Boltzmann Law, Planck’s Law, the 1860s experimental work of John Tyndall, the 1896 calculations of Nobel-laureate Svante Arrhenius, vibrations of the carbon dioxide molecule, the measurements of American scientist Charles Keeling, radiative forcing, global surface temperature trends, and the cooling upper stratosphere. These concepts are presented in understandable terms for a general audience.

Bring an open mind, critical thinking skills, and a passion for the scientific method. We hope you’ll join us!

Can’t make it in person? Tune in via our Facebook Live stream, starting at 7:00 PM!

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register!

2nd Saturday Civil War Series: Pennsylvania at the Battle of Stones River with Dan Masters
2025-03-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
In Person in the Lincoln Gallery at ACFL&MH!

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The Battle of Stones River, fought at the turning of the year from 1862-1863, was one of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War. The Army of the Cumberland and Army of Tennessee clashed for control of middle Tennessee and in a see-saw battle that stretched over four days, the Federals emerged triumphant but by the narrowest of margins. This sole victory in a sea of Federal defeats helped provide military support for the recently issued Emancipation Proclamation and started the Union army back on the road to Chattanooga. The cost was incredibly high: more than 25,000 casualties among the 81,000 participants.

Pennsylvania’s contribution to the victory was small but mighty. The state had just three infantry regiments, two cavalry regiments, and a single artillery battery present with the Army of the Cumberland. However, their contributions were significant. The 77th Pennsylvania launched the first Federal counterattack in the opening moments of the battle while the 78th Pennsylvania won plaudits for not only capturing the colors of the 26th Tennessee but for playing a hand in capturing Wright’s Tennessee battery on January 2nd. Likewise, the Anderson Troop, a cavalry regiment that had mutinied at the beginning of the campaign, played a very active role in the campaign that eventually resulted in two of its soldiers being awarded the Medal of Honor.

A graduate of the University of Toledo, Dan Masters is the descendant of five Union veterans of the Civil War and has been deeply involved in the study of that conflict since the late 1990s. He has written eleven books, numerous articles, and more than 950 blog posts about the Civil War, much of his work focusing on the western theater. In addition to regularly writing on his blog Dan Masters’ Civil War Chronicles, he also recently finished work on his eleventh book Hell by the Acre: A Narrative History of the Stones River Campaign published by Savas Beatie in November 2024. He currently lives in Perrysburg, Ohio with his wife Amy and four of their six children while his oldest son is currently serving in the U.S. Air Force.

Tom Roberts presents - Neither Sinner Nor Saint: Wild Women Don't Get The Blues
2025-03-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join world renowned pianist Tom Roberts for a listening party celebrating the women of jazz! Many of these legendary musicians are admired the world over, but tend to be less well known in our area. Come face to face with the legacy of these remarkable artists through exquisite recordings that capture every breath and nuance of their indelible performances. Please join us!

This program will take place on Zoom and Facebook Live. Please register to attend; you will receive an email with a link to the Zoom event on the morning of March 10. The Facebook Live session can be viewed at https://www.facebook.com/CarnegieCarnegie/live.

Click here to register!

Carnegie Science Center Planetarium Presentation #1: One World, One Sky (Pre-K - 2nd Grade)
2025-03-13 16:30 - 17:15 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join the Carnegie Science Center’s Science on the Road team for an adventure through time and space!

Presentation #1 (45 minutes, 4:30 – 5:15 pm):

One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure, Pre-K – 2nd grade

Based on the popular children’s show Sesame Street®, this cross-cultural planetarium show provides an introduction to astronomy as Elmo and his friend, Hu Hu Zhu, from the Chinese production of Sesame Street, go on an exciting adventure to discover the Sun, Moon, and stars. This show is geared especially for the littlest astronauts.

Looking for a presentation for older children (2nd through 6th grade)? Click here!

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION (PLEASE READ):

Each presentation is limited to 30 participants total. As such, please keep in mind the intended age group for each presentation as you register, and each child may only register for one of the two presentations.

Additionally, please register each attendee separately, including any adults who plan to accompany their child inside the inflatable planetarium.

If your child plans to attend but you will not be joining them inside the dome, please only register your child on this form. We will have seating available in the Studio for parents who will not be inside the planetarium.

A library staff member and Carnegie Science Center educator will be present within the dome at all times.

Cancellations: If you need to cancel your registration before the day of the event, please reach out to us by phone or email so that we may reopen your seat to our waitlist.

Accessibility: The Studio is fully accessible, but we want to note that the planetarium dome is a dark and confined space, and must be entered through a narrow passageway. If you have any accessibility needs, please give us a call at 412-276-3456 ext. 11 when registering.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins.

Carnegie Science Center Planetarium Presentation #2: Planets (2nd - 6th Grade)
2025-03-13 17:30 - 18:15 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join the Carnegie Science Center’s Science on the Road team for an adventure through time and space!

Presentation #2 (45 minutes, 5:30 – 6:15 pm):

Planets, Grades 2 – 6

Planets explores the differences between stars and planets, how we can recognize a planet in the night sky, and planetary motion.

Looking for a presentation for younger children (Pre-K through 2nd Grade)? Click here!

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION (PLEASE READ):

Each presentation is limited to 30 participants total. As such, please keep in mind the intended age group for each presentation as you register, and each child may only register for one of the two presentations.

Additionally, please register each attendee separately, including any adults who plan to accompany their child inside the inflatable planetarium.

If your child plans to attend but you will not be joining them inside the dome, please only register your child on this form. We will have seating available in the Studio for parents who will not be inside the planetarium.

A library staff member and Carnegie Science Center educator will be present within the dome at all times.

Cancellations: If you need to cancel your registration before the day of the event, please reach out to us by phone or email so that we may reopen your seat to our waitlist.

Accessibility: The Studio is fully accessible, but we want to note that the planetarium dome is a dark and confined space, and must be entered through a narrow passageway. If you have any accessibility needs, please give us a call at 412-276-3456 ext. 11 when registering.

Disclaimer(s)

By participating in or attending any library event, program, or class, visitors may be photographed by library staff. The library reserves the right to use these photographs for publicity purposes in printed materials and online. If you or a family member prefer not to be photographed, please inform the library staff in charge before the event begins.

Heartprints: An author visit with Nataliia Sahaidak
2025-03-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join Carnegie-based Ukrainian poet Nataliia Sahaidak as she shares selected readings from her newly published collection Heartprints!

Heartprints is a debut collection of poetry born from a journey of loss, resilience, and self-discovery. Written through the most challenging years of the author’s life, these poems reflect on love, war, motherhood, and the quiet strength it takes to rebuild after hardship. With honesty and vulnerability, Nataliia shares her path from despair to renewal, reminding us that even in the darkest times, dreams can still bloom. A testament to the power of creativity and healing, Heartprints is a celebration of the human spirit’s ability to rise and transform.

Come join your neighbors, enjoy light refreshments, and hear inspiring poetry in this special author visit!

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.

Zumba with Emonie!
2025-03-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Join licensed Zumba instructor Emonie Smith for an hour of dance fitness! Get moving to Latin, pop, and international music as you improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen your core – while burning calories and having fun!

$10 requested donation per person. All participants must sign a liability waiver. Participants under 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign for them.

Slots are limited – please click here to register!

Ukulele Strum-Along
2025-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Come strum with us! Join Amber Rozel of Steel City Ukuleles for a free introduction to the simple, versatile instrument known as the ukulele. Learn just a few simple chords, and you’ll be able to play hundreds of songs – no prior experience needed, and you don’t need to own your own ukulele! Meet other uke-enthusiasts and join our strum-along group!

The event will start with a special lesson for first-timers at 6:00 PM. If you already know your way around a ukulele, join us at 6:45 to play along!

This group is intended for teens and adults. Please click here to register!

Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club presents Spring Suspense Classics: "The Trouble with Harry" (1955)
2025-03-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall, 300 Beechwood Avenue, Carnegie, PA, 15106, United States
Thrilling, edge-of-your-seat suspense is in store with the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club’s Spring Suspense Classics series!

Tonight: The Trouble with Harry (1955), directed by Alfred Hitchcock. In this suspenseful comedy, a group of villagers comes together to investigate – and conceal – a mysterious death. Starring John Forsythe and Shirley MacLaine.

Don’t miss the remaining dates in this series!

April 2: Niagara (1953)

April 9: Our Man in Havana (1959)

Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Please click here to register.
