Community Calendar

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed to help someone navigate their windows computer: learn to customize and create shortcuts, recycle bin, the desktop, basic windows pc maintenance, security, internet favorites, how to install and uninstall programs, and among other topics.

Pre-registration for computer classes is required. Each class costs $5.00 and pre-registration must be paid in advance of the class date. The library can only accept cash or check and payment is made at the Information Desk at the Blasco Library. Payment is non-refundable.

These classes are take place in-person at the Blasco Library's second floor Room 219. Please arrived to class on time.

Classes are generously supported by the Friends of the Library.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16075909

Join local maker Brandon Borgia for lesson in acrylic pouring. Apply color in puddles, pools and marble-like patterns. Leave your creation here at the Idea Lab and return to pick it up once it's dry.

Free. Registration required. Ages 13 to adult. The class will take place in the Idea Lab's Makerspace. Children under 15 must be supervised by a guardian. If you think that you will need extra assistance to complete this class, please bring a support person with you.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15884040

Do you want to go on an epic quest? Do you want to make new friends and slay monsters? What about telling a story together and playing a game? Or maybe do some sneaky math?

Join us to learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons, create a character, and play through a basic adventure!

JANUARY 24: Character Creation Basics

FEBRUARY 7: Adventure Awaits!

This program is intended for children ages 9-14 who are interested in learning the basics of D&D.

Registration is required and space is limited.

Register online or by calling the Children's Library at 814-451-6936.

By registering for this program, you are committing to both sessions of this program.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15969399

Hey, Fiber Fans!

Come join us for Library Loops, a monthly book club where we try out books about knitting, crocheting, and fiber crafting. Bring a project and come hang out! During the month of January, we'll feature books beginner crochet. Don't know how to crochet? There will be patrons who are happy to help you learn!

Registration required. Ages 15 and up.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15840813

Mahjong is a tile-based game developed in the 19th century in China and is now played world-wide. Join expert player, Ada Strasser, to learn the basics, and continue to hone your skills in subsequent sessions. You may find a game you’ll enjoy for years to come! This event is for adults; sign up to learn this classic game! Registration is recommended for this free program.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15942022

Celebrate Abbie Messerall and her books on Saturday 1/24 from 2-4 PM.

Books include:
Where is the Moon Tonight?
Good Morning Moon
Parastone

These enchanting, educational stories follow Kiara as she shares her curiosity of the moon.Good Morning Moon explores why the moon is sometimes visible during the day, and Where is The Moon Tonight navigates children through the phases of the moon! Perfect for or ages 5 -11

Parastone: When Ally purchases the apartment building where she spent her early childhood, she expects a wave of nostalgia. However, as renovations begin, something stranger begins to stir. As unsettling fragments of her childhood return, the line blurs between haunting and memories, she must confront the possibility that maybe, her past was never what she thought it had been.
Parastone is a psychological paranormal mystery about nostalgia, denial, and the truths we bury in order to survive, only this time, the past refuses to stay buried.

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Abbie Messerall is a versatile author whose work ranges from gripping psychological thrillers to heartwarming children’s books. Based in NW PA, she lives with her husband, Troy, and their daughter, Kiara. Inspired by the forest, the mysteries of nature, and the complexities of people, Abbie weaves these and the elements of the seen and unseen into her stories. Whether she’s crafting chilling thrillers or creating poetic, moonlit tales for children, her writing consistently blends emotion, imagination, and a touch of wonder.

Puzzle enthusiasts, grab your friends and family and join us for the first ever Puzzle Race! Working in a team of 1-4 people, you will compete to see who can finish the most of a puzzle before the time runs out. We will have two categories - Family and General. Family is for a group of adults and children, General is for a group of adults or teens.

There will be prizes for the winners!

Registration is required, one registration per team. Space is limited. Registration opens January 1st at 9AM. Register online at events.eriecountypa.org

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15966594

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed for someone just starting to learn computer skills or those needing to fill in the blanks after using a computer for a while: skills includes purchasing a computer/laptop, keyboarding, using mouse/touchpad, navigation, and other topics.

Pre-registration for computer classes is required. Each class costs $5.00 and pre-registration must be paid in advance of the class date. The library can only accept cash or check and payment is made at the Information Desk at the Blasco Library. Payment is non-refundable.

These classes are take place in-person at the Blasco Library's second floor Room 219. Please arrived to class on time.

Classes are generously supported by the Friends of the Library.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16075705

Lincoln Stay and Play

Mondays

10:00am -11:00am

Lincoln Community Room

Families welcome, recommended ages 0-5yrs

No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult for this program.

Roll out the carpet! Stay, play and visit. Even though there is no story time today, we can always meet up at the library with friends. There will be puppets, blocks, a craft table and plenty of books to read.

Thank you to the Friends of the Library for making this event possible.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15847771

Wish you knew how to use your phone or computer more efficiently? Is there a software you want to learn? Stop in for one-on-one help from a Tech2Elevate Digital Coach!

NO COST, and no eligibility requirements to participate.

Learn computer basics

Shop and pay bills online

Set up and use email

How to do Telehealth appointments ...and much more.

Learn More: (724) 262-6805

TECH2ELEVATE.ORG

VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16002921