Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall

Today, more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's and nearly 12 million are their unpaid caregivers - an escalating health crisis that affects many in our community. Join us today for an informative program to learn about the impact of the disease, warning signs to watch for, and how to keep your brain Read More

From the visionary science fiction of Octavia Butler, to the music and mythology of Sun Ra and Parliament Funkadelic, to the thrills of Marvel's Black Panther, Afrofuturism imagines and explores the meeting point of sci fi and technology with African diaspora cultures. Tonight, join Pitt professor and poet Gary Jackson for a fascinating tour of Read More

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 Read More

For decades, Gratitude Month has reminded AA members to express personal gratefulness for the gift of sobriety; to carry the message of A.A. to other alcoholics; and to express appreciation to all those who support their journey. Learn the history of AA, explore the concept of gratitude and appreciation, and hear about the power of Read More

In Person in the Lincoln Gallery at ACFL&MH Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9370579279Meeting ID: 937 057 9279 More than 160 years after the American Civil War, remarkable stories remain hidden in historical records, forgotten artifacts, and familiar places. Join Vincent Page and Alex Pruszenski of So Nobly Advanced as they introduce their ongoing initiative to uncover, research, preserve, Read More

Just in time for Thanksgiving, 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 Read More

Good balance is an important part of maintaining independence and confidence as we age. Join us for a program focused on improving strength, stability, coordination, and balance while learning practical ways to help prevent falls.   You’ll learn: Small steps can make a big difference in staying strong, steady, and confident at any age! Light refreshments 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 Chanel Sisters by 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 holiday-themed series celebrating the great James Stewart! Tonight: You Can't Take It With You (1938), directed by Frank Capra. Stewart learns a lesson about the value of family love and togetherness instead of money, in this heart-warming classic that's perfect for the Thanksgiving season. Co-starring Jean Arthur Read More

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 Read More