ACLA Youth Services

ACLA Youth Services ACLA Youth Services is part of the Allegheny County Library Association.

06/07/2026

☀️⛰️ Add exploring local greenspaces to your summer bucket list this year and kick the adventure off by stopping at your local library to check out a nature backpack.

The Nature Backpack Program began after a conversation with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy about the need to help families learn about nearby nature and connect with local greenspaces and natural assets. Since then, the program has grown to include more than 40 nature backpacks at county libraries created in partnership with the Allegheny County Parks, Allegheny County Parks and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.

Visit the online catalog to see the different themes and reserve a bag today: https://acl.bibliocommons.com/v2/search?query=nature%20backpack&searchType=smart

Get outside this summer and take a StoryWalk with the family! ☀️Here is a list of libraries hosting StoryWalks in June.A...
06/06/2026

Get outside this summer and take a StoryWalk with the family! ☀️

Here is a list of libraries hosting StoryWalks in June.

Andrew Bayne Memorial Library (Memorial Park)
Andrew Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall (Lawn of the Library)
Baldwin Borough Public Library (Lawn of the Library)
Bridgeville Public Library (Chartiers Park)
Cooper-Siegel Community Library (Fireman's Park - Aspinwall)
Green Tree Public Library (Municipal Center Park)
Northern Tier Regional Library
Pleasant Hills Library (Pleasant Hills Arboretum)
Plum Borough Community Library
Sewickley Public Library (Various Locations)
Upper St. Clair Library (Boyce-Mayview Park)
Western Allegheny Community Library (Clinton and Donaldson Parks)
Wilkinsburg Public Library

Check the library websites for more information about these walks.

📚🦔🎮 It's tech month! Staying cool inside? Gotta go fast to check out the SEGA Genesis Classic Game Console from ACLA's L...
06/06/2026

📚🦔🎮 It's tech month! Staying cool inside? Gotta go fast to check out the SEGA Genesis Classic Game Console from ACLA's Library of Things! It includes the classic game console with 81 built-in games, two wired controllers, AC power adapter, AV cable, and instruction manual! Whether a fan of Sonic the Hedgehog or Mortal Kombat you do NOT want to miss the opportunity to borrow this fun piece of technology!

To check out which libraries near you have this, follow the link below to access it on ACLA's Library of Things!
https://acl.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S209C3911909

Celebrate Pride Month by exploring stories that go beyond the binary! 🌈📚We’re highlighting "And Tango Makes Three" a tru...
06/05/2026

Celebrate Pride Month by exploring stories that go beyond the binary! 🌈📚

We’re highlighting "And Tango Makes Three" a true story about two penguins who have a loving, nontraditional family and welcome a baby penguin of their own. Family comes in all shapes and sizes.

Discover more LGBTQIA+ reads and broaden your bookshelf with Libby, the library reading app using your library card! 🐧❤️

📚♟️👑 Checkmate your summer boredom! 🎉 Join the Queens Gambit Chess Match at Wilkinsburg Public Library every other Wedne...
06/04/2026

📚♟️👑 Checkmate your summer boredom! 🎉 Join the Queens Gambit Chess Match at Wilkinsburg Public Library every other Wednesday at 4 PM. Rookies welcome! Check your calendars for June 3 & 17, July 1, 15 & 29, and August 12 & 26! Want to spend another summer evening bored , or have fun this knight? Your move ♟️👑

Early Literacy Tip: It's OK if your child only wants to read the same book over and over again. Repetition is good and w...
06/04/2026

Early Literacy Tip: It's OK if your child only wants to read the same book over and over again. Repetition is good and will help your child's brain development. Try to interact with your child in different ways when reading the book if you are tired of it.

✨ Featured Library Program: Sensory Friendly Storytime with Western Allegheny Community Library ✨📅Thursdays, June 4-Augu...
06/03/2026

✨ Featured Library Program: Sensory Friendly Storytime with Western Allegheny Community Library ✨

📅Thursdays, June 4-August 6, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Best for children requiring an inclusive storytime experience and their caregivers.

This inclusive storytime is designed for autistic and neurodivergent children, as well as those with other developmental differences. Our sensory-friendly experience includes a visual schedule, consistent songs and movement that change every month instead of every week, and interactive books for those who may be sensory-seeking instead of sensory-avoidant. This will be followed by open exploration activities that promote socialization and motor skills. Fidget toys, noise-cancelling headphones, and weighted lap blankets are provided if desired, but your own are just as welcome!

📲Please register child only for every storytime you plan to attend: https://ow.ly/t8Q450Z6P0x

📍Western Allegheny Community Library, 181 Bateman Road, Oakdale, PA 15071

🎀 In honor of the 40th anniversary of American Girl® and the 250th anniversary of our country, we’re hosting a special A...
06/01/2026

🎀 In honor of the 40th anniversary of American Girl® and the 250th anniversary of our country, we’re hosting a special American Girl® Bingo!

This fun summer activity highlights the American Girl® Lending Library and other exciting resources available with your Allegheny County library card. 📚✨

🔗 Bingo Card: https://ow.ly/jge750Z0jnh

Participants should submit photos for each completed square along with their bingo entry (traditional one-line bingos only) to [email protected]. One entry per submission.

🎁 Four winners will be drawn on August 31 to receive a Polly Pocket American Girl® set!

Be sure to follow ACLA Youth Services for featured posts and inspiration for each bingo square throughout the summer. ☀️ Have fun exploring Pittsburgh history through the stories of the American Girl® dolls! ❤️💙

Thank you for taking the time the last few weeks to learn more about ACLA and review the 2025 Impact Report. 📱Stay tuned...
05/26/2026

Thank you for taking the time the last few weeks to learn more about ACLA and review the 2025 Impact Report.

📱Stay tuned to our social media channels to remain informed about the exciting work happening in 2026.

🔗Interested in reading the full report? Check it out here: https://aclalibraries.org/what-we-do/annual-impact-report/

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22 Wabash Street/Suite 202
Pittsburgh, PA
15220

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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+14129211123

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