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Check out these winners in the Carnegie Library Teen Media Awards
The awards highlight the amazing talents of young artists as well as showcase the library’s services to teens.
Winning entries from 2020 PBS Kids Writers Contest charm readers with original tales and creative drawings
“It is so amazing to read the stories that the children create and very rewarding to acknowledge their hard work.”
9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from space adventures to glassmaking kits
Head to a farm, watch a ballet or take a guided bike tour around the city.
Family-friendly summer fun activities in Pittsburgh
9 things to do in with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from Meowfest to an elephant birthday party
Having a great week with kids all comes down to attitude – and having a list of fun activities doesn’t hurt either.
9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from humpback whales to a little mermaid
July continues to roll with plenty of activities for inquisitive kids.
9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from ‘Hair Love’ to an eco-river weekend
Our family events range from outdoors to indoors with enough fun to fill a whole week.
9 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from a baby sea lion to a water park
Ready for a road trip that lands your family safe at home by the end of the day? We have some great ideas!
5 questions for Vincent Folkes, Youth Poet Laureate of Allegheny County — and a poem
“I want to use the platform to bring to light issues that I don’t think are spoken about enough.”
Books on race and racism, by age, recommended by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Not certain where to start or how to talk about race? These books will help.
As learning innovation grows, a fresh approach to ‘summer melt’ emerges in Pittsburgh
Over summer break, kids may lose up to 25 percent of what they learned during the school year.
8 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from free fishing to $1 movies
It does the heart good to see more and more summer staples returning to the calendar.
8 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from BioBlitz to a re-imagined Three Rivers Arts Festival
Take a river cruise, sip an ice ball or learn more about the creatures in your backyard.
10 things to do with kids (at home) this week in Pittsburgh, from exploring bugs to the re-imagined Children’s Festival
Kids can get physical, exercise their intellect, or be downright silly this week.
8 Pittsburgh authors of YA and children’s books you should know
“The best children’s literature explores big, universal themes that appeal to readers of all ages.”
8 things to do this week with kids (at home) in Pittsburgh, from spin art to hockey drills
Discover your inner rebel, jump into STEM or make time for music.
These 4 Pittsburgh writing contests give kids a creative outlet at home
These four spring writing contests will keep literacy skills sharp for kids from kindergarten through high school.
These Pittsburgh kids bring fresh perspectives on solutions to violence
Many of the participants shared first-hand experiences of the loss of a loved one or the fear they carry with them.
5 things to do (at home) with kids this week in Pittsburgh
Just because we’re under a stay-at-home order doesn’t mean kids can’t explore exciting new activities.
7 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week (when everything is canceled)
We found some local hands-on activities and online events to keep your kids’ minds occupied, so you don’t lose yours.