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Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

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

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May 27, 2026

War Memorials Rededication Ceremony

Swissvale community attends Memorial Day rededication ceremony for newly updated war memorial monuments.

May 27, 2026

The Library’s Front Entrance is Open! Side Entrance Open Except for Saturdays.

The library front steps are open! The McClure Ave side entrance remains open except for Saturdays – if you need help with your materials on a Saturday, call us at 412-731-2300.

May 27, 2026

Summer Reading All Summer Long!

Sign up for summer reading; complete activities for raffle prizes by filling out your activity card and returning it to the library, then do it all over again! For kids & adults.

Upcoming Events

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Monday, June 15 | 2:00pm

The Usual Suspects Book Club

Love mysteries and sharing your opinions about books? Join our mystery book club that meets once a month on Monday at 2pm. This month we’re reading Framed in Death (J. D. Robb)New members or guest discussers are welcome anytime. To join, call or email us, or visit the library to get…

Tuesday, June 16 | 6:00pm

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Children’s Room, Carnegie Free Library of Swissvale

Come for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities. We’ll have a bright and cozy time!

Thursday, June 18 | 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.

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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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