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Stay up to date with the latest happenings and noteworthy updates at the Braddock Carnegie Library Association through our curated collection of articles, announcements, and stories highlighting the library's achievements, initiatives, and community impact.

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The Braddock Carnegie Library Association has been featured in various news outlets, showcasing our innovative programs, community engagement efforts, and the positive impact we have made on the lives of individuals and neighborhoods. Explore these news stories to learn more about the recognition and appreciation we have received for our dedication to empowering and uplifting our community.

Executive Director Vicki Vargo was the guest discussing the transformation and preservation of America's first Carnegie Library on “Two Rivers, 30 Minutes” - March 10, 2023.

A peek inside the ongoing renovations of the historic Braddock Carnegie Library by Kate Giammarise for 90.5 WESA - September 21, 2023.

Braddock Carnegie Library to undergo major transformation by News Staff for WPXI.com - September 24, 2022.

Whispers in the stacks: Allegheny County’s 46 library systems face uneven funding and pressure to change by Rich Lord and Kate Giammerise for Public Source - May 9, 2022

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What’s coming up...

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Gisele Fetterman Author Event

Wednesday, September 10 5pm-7pm 

Come hear Gisele Barreto Fetterman discuss her new book Radical Tenderness and get your copy signed! Free tickets required. Get your tickets HERE.

Launch Party! 

Thursday, September 25 6pm-9pm 

Our fundraiser and book launch party celebrating the release of Braddock Carnegie Free Library: The Story of the First Carnegie Library in the United States by Robert Ketcham. Live music, drinks, and light food will be provided. Tickets are $20/person and can be purchased HERE.

Love Your Library Fun Fest

Saturday September 27 12pm-4pm

Fun for all ages at our Fun Fest: tasty food, great tunes, a library scavenger hunt, and an obstacle course for extra fun. Don’t miss this action-packed ending to an amazing month.