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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Celebrate a New Beginning
August 19, 2010: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – East Liberty to open Saturday, August 28 with community celebration.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Releases Update to the Community
August 5, 2010: For the past seven months Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and the community have been working together to find options for sustainability. Today, Library officials released the second in a series of Community Updates to keep all community members apprised of important milestones and progress made toward the long-term financial and operational heath of the system.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Receives International Acclaim for Public Relations Materials
July 30, 2010: Four promotional items created by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Office of Communications & Creative Services were honored in Washington, D.C. during the Library Leadership and Management Association’s (LLAMA) 2010 Best in Show Competition.

Teen Aboveground Fest: Music & Art for Teens by Teens
July 21, 2010: Hundreds of teens are expected to invade the lawn at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Main in Oakland during Teen Aboveground Fest, an afternoon of music and art.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh seeks short-term increase from Allegheny Regional Asset District to keep locations, hours, programs and services in 2011
July 19, 2010: In a letter to the Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD), Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh officials submitted a 2011 operating budget request of $19,324,700.

168 Days Remain for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Find Long-Term Solutions to its Funding Crisis
July 16, 2010: Community workshops set for this weekend to discuss Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s future.

Tenth Project in Libraries for LIFE Capital Improvement Program Nears Completion
July 8, 2010: Before the books move in and the Library officially opens next month, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – East Liberty is hosting a community and media preview of the newly-renovated and expanded library.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Locations without Air Conditioning will Close in the Afternoon as Pittsburgh Experiences Extreme Temperatures
July 7, 2010: Pittsburgh’s extreme temperatures are forcing four Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh locations without air conditioning (South Side, Lawrenceville, Mt. Washington, West End) to suspend afternoon service for the next two days. The Library is taking precautions to protect employees and customers.

Extreme Temperatures Force Four Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Locations to Close Temporarily
July 6, 2010: Pittsburgh’s heat and high humidity level is forcing four Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh locations (South Side, Lawrenceville, Mt. Washington, West End) to cancel scheduled programs and close temporarily. Located in historic buildings, the libraries are not equipped with air conditioning.

Statement from Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Regarding Pennsylvania 2010-2011 Fiscal Year Budget
June 30, 2010: Under Pennsylvania’s 2010-2011 budget, announced yesterday by Governor Ed Rendell, state-wide library funding was once again reduced...The Library continues to work on finding a solution for sustainable long-term funding and invites the public to weigh in on this pressing issue.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Welcomes New Trustees
June 10, 2010: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Board of Trustees announces the appointment of two new members, the re-election of five term trustees and the election of four officers.

Make a Splash @ Your Library! Read.
June 2, 2010: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Kicks Off Summer Reading with its 10thAnnual Extravaganza

228 Days Remain for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Find Long-Term Solutions to its Funding Crisis
May 17, 2010: Tonight’s Community Workshop to Discuss Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Future

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Board Meets
May 10, 2010: As Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Board of Trustees met on May 10, the focus was on community engagement and the critical need to identify long-term sustainable funding for the Library system. The meeting included the election of new trustees and officers.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Releases Poetry Anthology
Local poets and writers to give readings from Natural Language: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Sunday Poetry and Reading Series Anthology during a reception on May 8.
April 29, 2010: To honor the creative work of Pittsburgh’s literary talent, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is releasing an anthology of work from its popular Sunday Poetry and Reading Series.

Community Workshops Planned to Discuss Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Future
The conversation around library service and sustainable long-term funding continues May 15, 16 and 17
April 28, 2010: Community members interested in working with Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to find a solution for sustainable long-term funding are invited to attend a series of workshops focused on the Library’s future.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Releases Update to the Community
April 27, 2010: Community members interested in helping Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh have a new tool to update them on the Library’s progress.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Wins Two Statewide Awards
April 26, 2010: Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Library Association (PaLA) has recognized Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh in Allegheny County with two Best Practices in Early Learning Awards.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Launches New & Improved Donor Plus Program
April 12, 2010: To provide an easy way for community members to support their library, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is relaunching its successful Donor Plus library card program. The purpose of the program is to help generate sustainable annual funding for critical library services.

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Woods Run Awarded Prestigious LEED® Silver Green Building Certification
April 5, 2010: Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) announced today that the renovation of its Woods Run library has been awarded LEED® Silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council.

Carnegie Library toasts newest chapter
“Now, this is what we call a face-lift; the entire space looks as though 30 years were shaved off the shelves; a light, bright interior, 9-thousand-square-foot addition to the building, and 150,000 treasures that make up the lower level Heritage Collection.”
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
Sunday, August 29, 2010

Carnegie Library celebrates $5.6M rehab in East Liberty
"Doubled in size with 9,000 more square feet of meeting rooms and 150,000 rare printed treasures housed in a special climate-controlled "Heritage Collection" chamber, the revamped two-story structure is designed to slash staffing, utility and maintenance costs while wooing more book borrowers, especially children."
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
Sunday, August 29, 2010

Carnegie Library pleads for more RAD funds
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh pleaded with the Allegheny Regional Asset District board Tuesday for a 9.8 percent increase in funding next year to cover an expected $1.7 million deficit.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Carnegie Library bailout meets skeptics
The biggest source of money for the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh expressed concern Tuesday that the library system may be relying too heavily on it at the expense of other cultural groups.
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
Wednesday, August 25, 2010

E. Liberty library to reopen Saturday
The final piece of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's $55 million capital improvement effort falls into place Saturday when the East Liberty facility reopens after a 13-month makeover.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Expanded Carnegie Library Branch Opens New Chapter for East Liberty
"The renovated East Liberty branch of the Carnegie Library is reopening after 15 months with more space for local school kids to enjoy its reading programs - and a new spot for everyone to explore the library system's historical collection."
POP City
August 18, 2010

Suggestions about how to make Carrick library a better facility
There were three questions that Carnegie Library staff sought answers for at a special public meeting on Aug. 4 held at the Carrick branch. That night the topic under discussion was the possible merge of the Knoxville and Carrick branches, along with the proposed construction of a new building to house both.
The South Pittsburgh Reporter
August 10, 2010

Carnegie Library asks residents what they want in a library
Knoxville wants a library within safe walking distance for children.
The South Pittsburgh Reporter
August 10, 2010

Libraries get creative in raising money
"Whether Carnegie libraries struggle to the same extent non-Carnegie libraries do can be debated, but they do struggle. Carnegie libraries have lost $2 million in the past two years, and Karlyn Voss, director of the office of external and government affairs at Carnegie Library, said the situation at the state level isn't getting any better."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
July 29, 2010

Area libraries need help for next chapter
"When I was a kid, I loved to read. I would come home from school and read one book before I even started my homework."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
July 22, 2010

Library requests 9.8 percent increase from RAD
"With a multimillion-dollar deficit looming and no solution, the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will try to tap its favorite source, the Allegheny Regional Asset District, for more money to keep branches open next year."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
July 20, 2010

Carnegie Library seeks 10 percent RAD increase for 2011
"To keep all branches open next year, the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh today announced that it's asking the Regional Asset District for a 10 percent increase in operating subsidies next year."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
July 19, 2010

A day in the life of a library
"People come and go, work and learn, talk and laugh, peck keyboards, seek answers. It is a precious corner of our world, writes librarian Jude Vachon."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
July 18, 2010

The Next Page: Preserve Pittsburgh's legacy with library tourism
"When I relocated to Pittsburgh from New York City in 2005, I was struck by how well-trafficked the library branches are in this city -- how well-loved and vibrant, how welcoming and appealing they are to be inside."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
July 18, 2010

East Liberty Library to Reopen Late August
"The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's East Liberty branch will reopen next month after more than a year of construction and renovation."
WDUQ
July 15, 2010

An open book: Carnegie Library continues community dialogue "The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is continuing its efforts to communicate with as many Pittsburghers as possible, seeking 'the perspective of the entire community as we develop a plan about Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and its future.'"
Pop City Media
July 14, 2010

Three books deal with painful experiences
"Words can heal, connect and sustain. Characters in three new children's books use written words to help them deal with painful circumstances." A review by CLP Children's Librarian Patte Kelley.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
July 13, 2010

Employer info listed in library database
"Anyone who is changing jobs, seeking a career change, looking for information on local industries and employers, or thinking about starting their own business should spend time at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Downtown & Business."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
July 11, 2010

Clemente! brings to life hometown hero through child's eyes
A book review of a book about Roberto Clemente by Lisa Dennis, coordinator of children's collections at Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
June 29, 2010

Sunday Business Page
Dr. Barbara Mistick speaks with Jon Delano about the Library’s financial outlook.
KDKA-TV
June 20, 2010

House members scold Ravenstahl over funding for Carnegie Library
Eight state House members from the city of Pittsburgh have sent Mayor Luke Ravenstahl a strongly worded letter complaining that he hasn't lived up to a commitment to provide Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh with $1.2 million over two years.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Pittsburgh City Council approves $640,000 grant to Carnegie Library
Pittsburgh City Council on Tuesday gave final approval to a $640,000 grant to Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - money the library director has said would help keep all branches open through the end of the year.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Wednesday, June 02, 2010