Community Calendar

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed to help someone do the basics of spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel: cells, formulas, titles, borders, formatting, charts, graphs, and spreadsheet navigation, 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/17070364

Stop into the Idea Lab between 6:00pm and 7:30pm to see what the Idea Lab is up to!

Celebrate your Hometown Pride as a part of your America 250th festivities! Make a button inspired by Erie landmarks and hallmarks of our history. Need a bookmark for your reading on one of Presque Isle's Beaches? Color one of our designs based of Erie's story and use our heat press to make a metal bookmark with your unique art!

Free. One craft per person. Project available while supplies last.

No registration required - just drop in!

All ages. All children must be supervised by a guardian. If you think that you will need extra assistance to complete this project, please bring a support person to assist you. We will be using a hot iron to infuse your design to your flag - children will need assistance from an adult.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16936111

Step into a world of gods, heroes, monsters, and magic! The Teen The Mythology Guild is the perfect place for mythology enthusiasts to connect, create, and have fun. Each meeting dives into fascinating myths from around the world Greek, Norse, Egyptian, Japanese, and beyond through lively discussions, creative crafts, and epic games.

For teens ages 13-18. No registration required. This event is run by local teens from Classic Compass.

In this Session: Step into the light and explore how ancient cultures understood the power of the sun. From the Egyptian sun god Ra to the Norse goddess Sunna, this program uncovers the myths, stories, and symbolism behind solar deities around the world. Make a sunburst with string art to take home.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16658459

Can you recite all of the Ancient Greek gods and goddesses? Do you know everything there is to know about the Ancient Egyptian afterlife? Maybe you just love mythology of all kinds? Want to meet other kids who share your passion?

Join us at our Mythology Guild where we will explore a different world mythology each month!

July will focus on Ancient Egyptian mythology! Join us to learn about what the Ancient Egyptians believed and some of the things they did to honor their gods and goddesses. We will do some cool crafts and a snack will be provided.

This program is intended for children ages 9-13.

Registration is required and space is limited. Call 814-451-6936 or visit events.erielibrary.org to sign up!

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/17019558

Junior Gardeners - bee waterers In-Person
What is a bee waterer, and how does it help the bees? Does it help more than just bees? Join us for this edition of Junior Gardeners and explore how a small amount of water can make a difference in your outdoor garden! We'll wrap up the program by putting together a bee waterer that you can take home!

This program is intended for children ages 8 - 12 years old, with their grown up. Materials are limited, registration required.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16904294

Twenty years ago, the notorious warlock-pirate Captain Blackwake was defeated. Peace returned to the Mistvale Expanse—until now. A cursed map inked in Blackwake’s own hand has surfaced, pulsing with dark magic. You are the elite officers of The Relentless, a legendary ship of pirate hunters. Your mission: find the hoard and destroy it forever.
A 3-session campaign designed to learn D&D from an experienced Game Master! Everything you need to play provided - just bring yourself and your imagination. There are six pre-generated characters, so players don't have to worry about how to make a character. Every player takes home a Complimentary Loot Bag with a full set of D&D dice, Themed stickers, and a custom-made, wood miniature of the character you play! This program is run by Tabletop Commons.

For teens ages 13-17. Registration is required. You are registering to attend all three sessions.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/17039605

Join us for I Spy July! A month filled with intrigue, codebreaking, and more.

A name synonymous with spying and treason: Benedict Arnold. Enjoy this classic movie about Arnold before taking the Secret Agent Workshop, where you will learn your own spying techniques. Both are for adults 18+.

Registration is not required for the movie, but is required for the workshop.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15803845

Join Mercyhurst students as they share research about the Revolutionary War from their Senior Capstone projects. This one-hour poster session will take place in the lobby. Patrons are welcome to visit each poster station and hear the students discuss what they found during their research.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16996948

Wandering Words is not your average book club! We dive into a thrilling young adult novels, then bring the story to life with a themed outing that connects to the story! In this session we will be reading Learning to fall and attending an Erie Roller Derby bout. We will meet at Bayfront Convention Center: 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie, PA 16507. We will first discuss the book in the lobby and then attend the bout.

For teens ages 13-18. Registration is required. The library provides the book and tickets to the bout.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16626869

The Grape Belt Triple Crown will take place on Friday, July 10, at Lake Erie Speedway, featuring an exciting lineup of racing that includes the ISMA Supermodifieds Race of Champions, Sportsman Modifieds, and the American All-Star Pro Late Model Series (Dirt Crate Late Models).

Friday, July 10, is Practice Night at Lake Erie Speedway. Pit gates open at 3:00 PM, with on-track practice running from 3:00 PM until dusk. Practice night admission is $25 per person.

General admission tickets for the event are $33. Fans are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance, as prices will increase on the day of the show.