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Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

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

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Latest News

July 5, 2026

September is Love Your Library Month!

Every donation made this month is PARTIALLY MATCHED by the Jack Buncher Foundation. This matching opportunity allows your generosity to do even more.

June 24, 2026

Swissvale Business District Survey 2026

Share your thoughts – take SEDCO’s 2026 survey today!

November 1, 2025

Thank You, Carnegie Corp!

Recently, Swissvale Library received some unexpected news: we will receive a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York in honor of America’s 250th anniversary.

Upcoming Events

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Friday, September 18 | 6:00pm

Join us for Open Mic Night at the library! Singers, musicians, poets, puppeteers, magicians, & audience members of ANY age are welcome to showcase their art and performances for others! This is a free, family-friendly event that happens every 3rd Friday of the month.If you’re interested in performing, call 412-731-2300…

Saturday, September 19 | 11:00am

Therapy Dog Visits

Spend time with Spot, our friendly therapy dog, who will love you for just being you!

Friday, September 25 | 7:00pm

Penny Plus Auction

Bring LOTS of pennies and get quirky, useful, and/or silly treasures donated by library patrons. Some treasures of special magnificence will have opening bids, and you can bid on them using quarters and even dollars!All proceeds will be partially matched for Love Your Library Month and will benefit the Library Restoration…

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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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