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Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

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

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March 4, 2026

Help Test a Local History App

We’re looking for people of any age interested in local history to test a mobile app and help make it better!

January 6, 2026

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.

January 3, 2026

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

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Wednesday, May 27 | 5:00pm

Metro Community Health Center Outreach

Are you in need of a good, local, and affordable health care provider? Come learn more about Metro Community Health Center at Swissvale Library. Metro is a full-service, federally qualified health center look-alike, dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate medical, mental health, and dental care to all, regardless of identity,…

Thursday, May 28 | 11:00am

Computer Tutor

Get help with using & navigating your devices! Call 412-731-2300 to schedule A 30 minute session with Max. Drop-ins welcome if time permits. Bring your own device or use a library computer.

Thursday, May 28 | 4:00pm

Thursday Drop-In Crafts

Want to try your hand at some different materials than you have at home? Do you want to enjoy making art in the company of others, but prefer to create your own masterpiece? Come down to the library every Thursday to try out some new materials to discover your next…

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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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