A Word From Our CEO, Amy Anderson: Year Three in Review
It is hard to believe that we are coming close to the end of another year, my third here with ACLA. There are times when it feels like I just got here and there are times when it feels like I’ve been here a million years. No matter what, I know I’m exactly where I […]
ACLA Mobile Library Services Brings the Library to You!
Bookmobiles are a vital part of public library services, bringing access to information and resources for lifelong learning to preschoolers, seniors and all community members when visiting a physical library location is difficult. Follow along on a busy day at ACLA Mobile Services and meet the friendly and hardworking staff. A Day on the Bookmobile […]
Dive Into History at the Library
History lovers of all ages can find something to inspire them at their local library. The Allegheny County Library Association sponsors several history programs that connect our library patrons with the past. Visit a local historical site with an Experience Kit, connect to history through play with an American Girl Doll, or hear the stories […]
ACLA Libraries Support New Parents
Many parents do not realize that learning and kindergarten readiness begins at birth. It is the simple daily interactions that parents have with their child that set the foundation for reading and prepare them for school – talking, singing, playing, writing, and reading. A study by Zero to Three found 45% of parents believe “the […]
Check Out Something New With the Library of Things
Allegheny County Libraries lend sports equipment, musical instruments, games, tools and more Allegheny County libraries have wonderful collections of books, but did you know that you can also borrow items that aren’t traditionally thought of as library materials? With the Library of Things, library users of all ages can discover tools and materials to help […]
Spotlight on Social Work Student Fellows 2024-2025, Part 3
As 2024 comes to an end, we are just reaching the halfway point for our Social Work in Libraries Fellowship. This year students have been incredibly active throughout the county, participating in community food distributions, establishing new pantries, designing after-school tutoring programs, launching support groups, and more. We couldn’t be more thrilled with their efforts […]
Spotlight on Social Work Student Fellows 2024-2025, Part 2
This month ACLA Community Support Services is thankful for our amazing Social Work in Libraries Fellowship! Since the fall semester began in September, our Fellows have logged nearly 1000 patron interactions. Helping our neighbors find and access affordable housing continues to be a top concern, with employment, education, food security, and medical needs following just […]
Spotlight on Social Work Student Fellows 2024-2025, Part 1
Between summer and fall, ACLA Community Support Services has welcomed its largest cohort ever to the Social Work in Libraries Fellowship, with 20 social work students and 1 student specializing in both library science and social work! This summer, fellows engaged in research and planning toward long-term education and food security projects, organized a highly […]
Allegheny County libraries and the Heinz History Center partner to offer free access to area historical attractions
Program allows residents to explore the region’s hidden gems Pittsburgh, Pa. (July 30, 2024) – The Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) and the Senator John Heinz History Center have once again teamed up to offer a free Experience Kit for several regional historical sites. The Experience Kit program provides library card holders free admission for […]
StoryWalks®: Literacy on the Move
The Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) launched the ACLA StoryWalk® Collection in 2022 after seeing the program become increasingly popular at libraries across the county during the pandemic as a safe activity for the entire family. ACLA created the collection of StoryWalks®, so that all libraries could offer this program to their communities, which for […]
