Latest News & Blogs
DIY Book Vase Class
Join us for a craft class on October 28 at 6:00 PM with special guest Lighann Laur as she teaches you how to make a one-of-a-kind book vase. All participants should bring a book (must be 300-500 pages in length) to use as the base of the craft. All other ...
Intro to Tarot
What is tarot? How do you do a reading? On October 25 at 3 PM, learn about the history of cartomancy, the symbolism of the Rider-Waite deck, and the basics of doing a reading with Ms. Roxanne, an experienced tarot reader. Register online or by calling 412-269-0334 ...
Scrabble & Scribble
Join us for a quiet Fall evening of cozy Scrabble games and adult coloring pages. On October 22 at 6 PM, adults can play Scrabble or one of its new variants, enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries, and color in autumnal creations. Register online or call 412-269-0334 ...
Tech 101: Internet Basics
Behind or new to technology? Come to our Tech 101 classes for adults to learn beginner level computer and smart device tips in small tutoring sessions with our Technical Services Librarian Ms. Roxanne. The Tech 101 class on October 20 at 6:30 PM will focus on the basics of using the ...
Checkmate!
Chess players of all skill levels are welcome to join us for our new Adult Chess Club every 3rd Monday of the month at 6 PM. Stop by and meet other local chess players, play a few games, take home some bragging rights, and generally have a great time. Ages ...
Write Local: A Writer’s Group
Love to write, but want feedback on or readers for your work? Looking to break into writing and self-publishing? Writers 18 years and older can join Write Local, a group for local to gather and share their work, constructively critique one another, and receive feedback on ideas and more. Local ...
Coming Soon
DIY Book Vase Class
Join us for a craft class on October 28 at 6:00 PM with special guest Lighann Laur as she teaches you how to make a one-of-a-kind book vase. All participants should bring a book (must be 300-500 pages in length) to use as the base of the craft. All other ...
Intro to Tarot
What is tarot? How do you do a reading? On October 25 at 3 PM, learn about the history of cartomancy, the symbolism of the Rider-Waite deck, and the basics of doing a reading with Ms. Roxanne, an experienced tarot reader. Register online or by calling 412-269-0334 ...
Scrabble & Scribble
Join us for a quiet Fall evening of cozy Scrabble games and adult coloring pages. On October 22 at 6 PM, adults can play Scrabble or one of its new variants, enjoy coffee, tea, and pastries, and color in autumnal creations. Register online or call 412-269-0334 ...
Our Picks
Moon Landings: Crystal365
It's our first Moon Landing! If you're interested in crystals, natural healing and wellness, and meditation, Miss Kaylea's review of Crystal365 by Heather Askinosie is for you. Support our library by sharing our posts and websites, borrowing digital items, or donating online ...
Streaming in a Quarantine: A Cozy British Collection
Good day, Moon Township! If you are a fellow anglophile, take a gander at the list I've compiled of some of my favorite British series and film. Over the years I've made a point of watching as much English television as humanly possible. I still have some work to do, ...
Streaming in a Quarantine: Nicole’s Lighthearted Picks!
Hey all! Nicole here reporting from my home office (AKA the couch). Hope everyone is staying safe and healthy. While most of us are spending our days indoors, I thought I would type out some of my favorite streaming video! Hopefully some of you will find a new (or old) ...
Career, Continuing Education & Finance
Test Prep
- Khan Academy: A free online education website which provides test prep for the SAT, MCAT, NCLEX-RN, GMAT, CAHSEE, and IIT JEE.
- Peterson’s: A college database and guide to tests, scholarships, resumes, and the college admission process.
- Princeton Review: Admissions help, test prep, colleges searches, and tutoring.
College
- Higher Education Resources: A list of local college websites and financial aid resources by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
- Khan Academy: A free online education website which includes a guide to college admissions.
- NEED: A scholarship and mentoring organization that provides aid and guidance for Pittsburgh’s under-served and minority youth.
- Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA): Pennsylvania’s guide to scholarships and colleges for students of all ages.
- Peterson’s: A college database and guide to tests, scholarships, resumes, and the college admission process.
- Pittsburgh Foundation Scholarship Search: Find scholarships for students of all ages in the Pittsburgh area.
- Princeton Review: Admissions help, test prep, colleges searches, and tutoring.
- Tuition Funding Sources: Students can search for scholarships and financial aid, take personality and career aptitude tests, and find detailed college information. Create an account using your email address and contact information. For the drop-down menu “How did you find out about the TFS website?” select Library and set Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh as your school.
Career Help
- CareerLink Pittsburgh: Resume help, job recruiting, and unemployment services.
- Khan Academy: A free online education website which provides career aptitude tests and entrepreneurship classes.
- Pennsylvania Career Guide: A publication for Pennsylvania residents figuring out possible career paths.
- Pennsylvania CareerLink: Pennsylvania’s go-to website for career development.
- Volunteer Match: Find a volunteering gig based your location or interests.
Continuing Education
- Duolingo: Interactive language-learning program for all ages. Covers 28 different languages including English as a Second Language, Esperanto, and Klingon. Usable online or as an Android, iOS, or Windows app. Users must register with an email account.
- Khan Academy: Learn a variety of subjects including math, coding, economics, and humanities.
- Mango Languages: Interactive online language learning for all ages. Languages include Spanish, French, German, Mandarin Chinese, Korean and English as a Second Language. Log in as a guest or by creating an account using your email address. You must have an account to save your progress.
Research
Genealogy
- Ancestry Library Edition: The most popular family tree research website. This edition is only available within our library.
- Genealogical Research Institute of Pittsburgh: A local organization which provides classes on genealogical research.
- Historic Pittsburgh: A collaboration between the University of Pittsburgh and local nonprofits which provides archival photographs and timelines.
- Jewish Genealogical Society of Pittsburgh: Founders of the Pittsburgh Jewish Newspaper Project.
- Moon Township Historical Society: Our local historical research organization.
- National Archives: Get started researching with the National Archives with videos, tutorial PowerPoints, and popular topics.
- Western Pennsylvania Genealogy Society: A local organization dedicated to the preservation of family history of 26 counties in the region.
Writing
- Dave’s ESL Cafe: A grammar guide for people learning English.
- Grammar Girl: Articles, podcasts, videos and charts on perfecting your grammar.
- Harvard Writing Guides: Harvard’s ebooks for writing college papers in different majors.
- Purdue OWL: Purdue’s Online Writing Lab provides guides for writing styles, preventing plagiarism, and citation methods for different subjects.
Ask a Librarian
Have questions? Send a message to one of our librarians.
Heather Panella (Email: panellah@moonlibrary.org)
Specialties: Adult events and programs, collection development, Honorariums & Memorials, reference questions, general questions
Roxanne Cain (Email: cainr@moonlibrary.org)
Specialties: Technology and digital services, genealogy, research, reference questions
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