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Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

1800 Monongahela Ave Swissvale, PA 15218 (412) 731-2300

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January 30, 2026

One Book, One District

This year’s Community Read Pick is Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. Pick up your free copy and join the discussion on Wednesday February 25, 6-7pm.

November 29, 2025

UPMC Community Health Workers

Have you or someone you know been impacted by recent cuts in social services? UPMC Community Healthcare Workers are here to help every Wednesday from 10AM to Noon.

November 1, 2025

Use McClure Entrance During Construction

Due to construction work, the front entrance of the library is closed. Please use the McClure Avenue entrance. The book drop is also located at the McClure entrance.

Upcoming Events

Adult Winter Soup & Book Lunch

Sunday, February 1 | 1:00pm

Adult Winter Soup & Book Lunch
Join us on a chilly afternoon to enjoy warm bread, soups, book-loving friends, and hearing about your next favorite books! Swissvale Library staff will provide soups, breads, beverages, and their latest book recommendations. Patrons may contribute a dessert or a snack, but no pressure. Free but limited to the first 25…
Mobile Office Visit with Representative Salisbury

Tuesday, February 3 | 10:00am

Mobile Office Visit with Representative Salisbury
Rep. Salisbury’s staff will be at the library to answer questions and provide help with filing for Property Tax/Rent Rebate; obtaining a handicap placard; applying for a senior citizen ConnectCard bus pass; notary services and other state-related services.
Arts & Crafts with Hayley at Woodland Hills Impact Center

Tuesday, February 3 | 4:00pm

Arts & Crafts with Hayley at Woodland Hills Impact Center
Join Hayley for a variety of crafts every week! For school age kids. This weekly event takes place at the Woodland Hills Impact Center located at 235 4TH AVE. RANKIN, PA 15104
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Renovation Updates

Learn more about our years-long project to renovate the library’s interior and exterior, and expand access for all! Work is currently underway on exterior improvements. And there’s much much more to come! Explore all that we’ve accomplished and what still needs to be done.

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