In this collaboration between the Carnegie Museum Of Art and the Carnegie Library Of Pittsburgh, take a fresh look at art through the lens of literature.

Begin with a 15-minute gallery talk highlighting visual and literary connections. Then, converse with fellow readers and library staff in a casual museum setting.

This month's novel is "The History Of Love" by Nicole Krauss, about a book reappears that connecting an old man searching for his son and a girl seeking a cure for her widowed mother's loneliness. It is paired with a statute by French artist Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) that is in the museum's permanent collection.

Meet in the museum's lobby. Call (412) 622-3288 to register.

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This engaging musical relates the successes --- and the plight --- of actress Hattie McDaniel (1895-1952), the first African-American to win an Academy Award.

Despite winning film's highest honor, McDaniel was attached by members of her own race for "selling out" and helping to perpetuate racial stereotypes.

Presented by New Horizons Theater, a nonprofit organization that stages productions that reflect the African-American experience. For more information, call (412) 431-0773.

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Members of the British comedy troupe Monty Python wrote and star in this 1974 film, a witty spoofing the legend of King Arthur.

King Arthur is a legendary British leader of the late 5th and early 6th centuries, who, according to Medieval histories and romances, led the defence of Britain against Saxon invaders in the early 6th century.

For more information, call (412) 563-0368.

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The store celebrates Black History Month with a special exhibition of works by Romare Bearden.

Romare Bearden (1911 – 1988) was an African American artist and writer who worked in several media including cartoons, oils and collage. The exhibit features a series of watercolors, prints and oil on paper that date from 1964-1984. In addition to works on loan from the Romare Bearden Foundation, new pieces by artists inspired and influenced by Bearden's life and legacy will be on display.

Some pieces are also on display in store window. For more information, call (412) 232-2000

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In this program, participants will learn to build a shaker side table using a combination of hand and power tools.

Shaker furniture is a distinctive style of furniture developed by an 18th century religious sect called the United Society Of Believers In Christ's Second Appearing (aka Shakers). Shaker furniture is widely admired for its simplicity, innovative joinery, quality and functionality. Shaker designs were inspired by the ascetic religious beliefs of the Society.

For more information, call (412) 331-0009.

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This powerful, provocative play recounts an important incident in recent Pittsburgh history.

On October 12, 1995, Jonny Gammage --- cousin of former Pittsburgh Steeler Ray Seals --- was stopped by Lieutenant Milton Mulholland of the Brentwood Police Department. Seven minutes later, Gammage was dead. Gammage was African-American and Mulholland, like most residents of suburban Brentwood, is white. Issues of race and responsibility continue to resonate.

Presented in conjunction with Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company, which is committed to developing and showcasing the works of local playwrights. For more information, call (412) 624-7529.

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Set during the final days of an inn, this 2012 horror film follows two employees determined to reveal the hotel's haunted past --- and begin to experience disturbing events as old guests check in for a stay.

For more information, call (412) 563-0368.

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Toddlers are welcome to enjoy a morning hearing stories and making crafts.

Children should be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. For more information, call (412) 766-7447.

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Spend a delightful afternoon at the library sipping tea and being entertained by Meredith Mileti, author of "Aftertaste: A Novel In Five Courses".

Keenly observed and deeply satisfying, "Aftertaste" is a novel about rebuilding and rediscovery, about food passionately prepared and unapologetically savored and about the singular contentment that comes with living—and loving—with gusto.

Tea and sweets will be provided. To register for this program, please call the Library at (412) 835-5540.

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Teens are welcome to have fun playing a variety of board games and video games while making new friends.

For more information, call (412) 622-3121.

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