Upcoming Event

The Carnegie Carnegie Studio Jazz Series brings outstanding jazz artists to the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s Studio for up close performances in a relaxed, welcoming setting. From classic swing and soul infused jazz to modern grooves and adventurous ensembles, the series highlights the breadth of the jazz tradition while keeping the experience Read More

When the students of Soweto, South Africa rose up in 1976 to protest apartheid, they were led by the charismatic young Tsietsi Mashinini. Scores of students were shot down and hundreds were injured. Tsietsi’s actions on that day set in motion a chain of events that would forever change South Africa, define his family, and Read More

Join us for community conversations about diversity & inclusion! This Summer, we’re reading and discussing National Book Award finalist Temple Folk by Aaliyah Bilal. A collection of ten short stories, Temple Folk explores the nuanced experiences of Black Muslims in America, from the 1970s through the present day. Sarahjameela Martin of the Muslim Women’s Association Read More

Join the Library's historical fiction book group! We explore different eras of history, share our thoughts and responses, and make new friendships as we share a different historical fiction title each month. This group meets on the third Thursday of the month at 11:00am. The title for this meeting will be The Frozen River by Read More

Join our open-to-all English Conversation Practice Group — a friendly and welcoming space where people from all backgrounds can come together to practice speaking English in a relaxed, supportive environment. Whether you're a beginner or more advanced, this group is about building confidence, improving fluency, and connecting with others through conversation. No pressure, no judgment Read More

Discover how healthy eating can help prevent and/or reduce the risk of: Diet plays a significant role in managing and preventing these chronic conditions! Today, join certified nutrition coach Laura Carson (certification through NESTA, a NCAA-accredited program) of Carson Eldercare and Michelle Pekich of ComForCare to learn practical nutrition strategies that support healthy aging and Read More

Tickets and more information at www.purplepass.com/divassurvive. For all ticket inquiries call 1-470-845-0177. Divas Survival Guide is a celebration of the legendary women of Broadway whose songs have inspired generations. In the intimate setting of the Studio, best friends Jeremy Mikush, who has toured with "Alaska" from RuPaul's Drag Race, and Michelle Tibble, who played "Donna" Read More

Did you get a promotion? Gold star! Finished that 1,000 piece puzzle? Gold star! Just put on real pants today? Double gold star! Come celebrate yourself, hype up your friends, and bask in the positivity at the GOLD STAR PARTY, presented by the Unplugged Society, Woolly Bear Books, and the Andrew Carnegie Free Library! It's Read More

Please note that this meeting of the Carnegie Modular Railroaders will take place from 12:30-2:00 PM, instead of the regular time of 1:30-3:00 PM. Thank you! Join the Carnegie Modular Railroaders, an all-ages group for anyone interested in model railroading! The mission of the Carnegie Modular Railroaders is to inspire and educate model railroaders of Read More

Join certified yoga instructor Leah Shuck for a gentle, slower flow yoga practice every second and fourth Monday evening! Mindful yoga is a rewarding way to exercise while reducing stress and centering your mind. Please bring a yoga mat, a bottle of water, and something to use as a strap (an old scarf, belt, or Read More

If you dance around the kitchen while cooking, this program is for you! Come and get moving to an eclectic mix of music in a safe, non-judgmental space. In this self-paced, free-form dance class for 50s+, we keep fit while having fun! Express yourself, find your inner rhythm, and remember that there’s no wrong way Read More

On the Record: Listening & Liner Notes is a four-part series bringing Carnegie’s own Reggie Watkins into conversation with the music that made jazz what it is. Equal parts listening party and guided discussion, each session explores a different era of jazz history through the recordings themselves. Reggie Watkins is a trombonist and composer known for his Read More

Do you like Terraforming Mars? Settlers of Catan? Agricola? Ark Nova? Or other “Euro” or Euro-flavored strategy games with wooden meeples, worker placement, tableau building, and so forth? Come to the Library for an afternoon of board gaming! You can also come if you are interested in learning how to play Euro board games. This Read More

Join the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club for a dark journey through early crime dramas! Tonight: The Public Enemy (1931), directed by William A Wellman. James Cagney and Jean Harlow star in this tale of the rise and fall of an Irish-American mobster. Don't miss the other films in this series: Registration is appreciated, but walk-ins Read More

The Carnegie Carnegie Studio Jazz Series brings outstanding jazz artists to the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s Studio for up close performances in a relaxed, welcoming setting. From classic swing and soul infused jazz to modern grooves and adventurous ensembles, the series highlights the breadth of the jazz tradition while keeping the experience personal, Read More

"I think I can safely say that nobody understands quantum mechanics." -Nobel Prize-winning physicist Richard Feynman Join Dr. David Brunco for a guided introduction to the strange world of quantum mechanics (QM), presented for beginners. Is light a particle or a wave? What about the electron? Or Buckyballs?  What is electron "spin" if it actually Read More

In Person in the Lincoln Gallery at ACFL&MH Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9370579279Meeting ID: 937 057 9279 This is the riotous tale of two former Virginia governors; old political rivals who upend Confederate efforts to reclaim the western counties of that state in 1861. Generals Henry Wise and John Floyd squabble like schoolboys - even as Union forces Read More

Carnegie Carnegie Family Performances brings kids and their grown-ups together for live music and storytelling from some of the best performers in the Pittsburgh area. Geared toward young audiences but enjoyable for all ages, each show is an engaging introduction to seeing the arts live. “Melodies, Moods and Movies” takes students on a journey from the silent film Read More

Join the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club for a dark journey through early crime dramas! Tonight: Little Caesar (1931), directed by Mervyn LeRoy. Edward G. Robinson, Douglas Fairbanks Jr, and Glenda Farrell star in this mafia saga that is credited with sparking the 1930s craze for gangster films. Don't miss the other films in this series: Read More

On the Record: Listening & Liner Notes is a four-part series bringing Carnegie’s own Reggie Watkins into conversation with the music that made jazz what it is. Equal parts listening party and guided discussion, each session explores a different era of jazz history through the recordings themselves. Reggie Watkins is a trombonist and composer known for his Read More

Join the Pittsburgh Classic Movie Club for a dark journey through early crime dramas! Tonight: High Sierra (1941), directed by Raoul Walsh. Following a heist gone wrong, Humphrey Bogart hides out in the mountains while navigating his entanglements with Ida Lupino and Joan Leslie. Don't miss the other films in this series: Registration is appreciated, Read More

The new Backbeat Series features pop, rock, and roots artists in an intimate concert setting, highlighting musicianship, energy, and live performance at its core.John Gresh and Phat Man Dee, alongside Liam Gresh, Ben Opie, John Purse, Mike Sweeney, and Robert Peckman, dive into the shadowy corners of Tom Waits’ songbook, reveling in its grit, mischief, Read More

The Carnegie Carnegie Studio Jazz Series brings outstanding jazz artists to the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s Studio for up close performances in a relaxed, welcoming setting. From classic swing and soul infused jazz to modern grooves and adventurous ensembles, the series highlights the breadth of the jazz tradition while keeping the experience Read More

The Carnegie Carnegie Studio Jazz Series brings outstanding jazz artists to the Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall’s Studio for up close performances in a relaxed, welcoming setting. From classic swing and soul infused jazz to modern grooves and adventurous ensembles, the series highlights the breadth of the jazz tradition while keeping the experience Read More