Free Chinese, Japanese, Korean classes in Pittsburgh in 2019.

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is an invaluable source of free and enriching programming for people of all ages. Most relevant to this site are the free Chinese, Japanese, and Korean courses at an increasing number of branches. The start of a new year is an excellent time to revisit this list of free courses available for children, complete novices, high-beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced speakers.


Chinese
With an increasing number of Chinese students and scholars in the area---and, in particular, an increasing number of Chinese students studying foreign language education---comes an increase in the amount of Chinese-language programming in the city. New classes and one-off events happen frequently at branches throughout the city, so be sure to check the "Events" page often. Here are free Chinese courses in order of proficiency level.

Chinese for Beginners (Squirrel Hill) - Every Saturday at 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm in Squirrel Hill (map).

Beginner level language classes are for those who are new to the language or want to refresh their skills. All adult language classes are free and you do not need to register. Chinese for Beginners meets every Saturday.

• These classes are for adult learners and are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes or bring anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.

Chinese for Beginners (Oakland) - Every Sunday from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm in Oakland (map).

This is an introduction for those who are new to Chinese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on every Sunday, from January 13 through April 28, except April 21, in the Graphic Novels Room. This class session runs from January through April.

• These classes are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes.
• You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.
• This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Chinese II - Every Saturday at 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm in Squirrel Hill (map).

Level II language classes are for those who already have a basic understanding of the language and want to continue learning. All adult language classes are free and you do not need to register. Chinese II meets every Saturday.

• These classes are for adult learners and are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes or bring anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time

Chinese Conversation Club - Second and fourth Thursdays in Oakland (map).

Would you like an opportunity to converse in Chinese? This informal conversation club is open to anyone with a prior knowledge of Chinese. This group meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month in the Graphic Novels Room.

• These classes are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes.
• You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.
• This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Japanese
Japanese for Beginners - Second and fourth Monday of each month from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in Oakland (map).

Japanese for Beginners is an introduction for those who are new to Japanese or consider themselves a little bit rusty. This group meets on second and fourth Mondays of each month from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. in Classroom A. This class session runs from January through April.

• These classes are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes.
• You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.
• This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Japanese Class - Wednesdays from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in East Liberty (map).

Learn Japanese from fluent speakers in a fun and friendly environment. All are welcome.

Japanese II - Second and fourth Tuesdays each month from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm in Oakland (map).

Japanese II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Japanese and are interested in increasing proficiency. Ability to read and write hiragana is required to take this class. Meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in Classroom A. This class session runs from January through April.

• These classes are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes.
• You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.
• This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Japanese Conversation Club - First and third Tuesdays each month from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm in Oakland (map).

Japanese Conversation Club is an opportunity for intermediate to advanced speakers of Japanese to come together and converse as well as to learn about and enjoy Japanese culture. Join us on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Graphic Novels Room.

• These classes are FREE.
• You do not have to register for the classes.
• You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
• New participants are welcome at any time.
• This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Korean
Korean for Beginners - Saturdays from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm in Oakland (map).

Korean for Beginners focuses on reading, grammar, and basic conversation. This group meets every Saturday, January 12 through April 27, in the Graphic Novels Room. This class session runs from January through April.

These classes are FREE.
You do not have to register for the classes.
You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
New participants are welcome at any time.
This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.

Korean II - Saturdays from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm in Oakland (map).

Korean II is geared toward those who already have a basic understanding of Korean and are interested in increasing proficiency. This group meets every Saturday, from January 12 through April 27, in the Graphic Novels Room. This class session runs from January through April.

These classes are FREE.
You do not have to register for the classes.
You do not need to bring anything or buy anything.
New participants are welcome at any time.
This class is for adults, but young people are welcome as long as they behave respectfully.