Community Calendar

Learn how to sharpen your kitchen knives from local woodworker Ken Bownes!

In this class you'll learn about the mechanics of knife sharpening, then put your knowledge to the test by using a whetstone to sharpen your own kitchen knife. Participants are invited to bring one 8” or 10” chef's knife per person to this class to sharpen. Only straight-edged chef's knives will work for this class - no serrated knives, please. This program is for adults ages 18+ only.

All attendees are required to wrap up their knives and store them in a bag when bringing them into the library building. Remember that transporting knives can be dangerous if done improperly, so please be safe when bringing in knives for class. If you're not sure how to safely store your knife for transportation, please watch this video for help. Participants attempting to carry unprotected knives into the library may be asked to leave the building.

Free. Ages 18+ only. Registration is required. This class will take place in the Blasco Library's community classroom.

Important! If you have registered for one or more people and you are unable to attend, please be sure to cancel your registration as well as any guests so that others can move into your spot(s).

Want to practice your new sharpening skills but don't have a whetstone at home? Check out the Idea Lab's knife sharpening maker kit complete with whetstone, rubber grip, blade angle guide, and instructions.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15085142

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed to help someone organize their windows computer: saving, using "save as", creating new folders, organizing existing folders, email attachments, flash drives, back up files, 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/15319520

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Continued from Part I: learn shortcuts, the recycle bin, the desktop, basic windows pc maintenance, security, internet favorites, how to install and uninstall programs, among other topics. You should take this class only if you have completed Intro to Windows Part 2.

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/15319542

Join Werner Books and Perry's Pizza for an unforgettable evening of books, mocktails, and delicious pizza!

Discover six hand-picked titles from a variety of genres, each thoughtfully paired with a unique mocktail crafted by the experts at Perry’s Pizza. During the event, enjoy a guided "tasting" experience featuring both the books and beverages, with the option to purchase your favorite books and/or mocktails. Fresh pizza will be served during the tasting portion to round out the evening.

Books and mocktails will have fall, spooky themes to fit the Halloween season!
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/5XWnQYgGr5cpMMNq6

This event will occur AFTER regular bookstore hours and requires a ticket to attend. Tickets are $50.00.
Ticket Includes:
Sample presentation of 6 fall themed books with 6 mocktails with details about the pairing choices
6 mocktail samples
Perry's Pizza and other snacks
ONE book of choice from the offered pairings
A night of mingling surrounded by books

Payment can be done before the event, in-store at the front counter, OR at the event.

This fall, we invite you to journey with us at the Cathedral of St. Paul as we experience and encounter the Holy through art, music, community, and worship. Sacred Pathways includes four unique worship opportunities combined with formation or fellowship each Tuesday of the month.

Join us for Centering Prayer on Tuesday, October 28:

At 6:00 P.M. Led by Mary Dwyer, explore the transformative readings and teachings of Fr. Thomas Keating, who helped develop Centering Prayer as a modern method of Christian meditation focused on interior silence and contemplative practice.

At 7:00 P.M. we will pray using Centering Prayer - a Christian meditation practice focused on cultivating deep interior silence and presence. This session welcomes everyone seeking a quiet space for spiritual reflection and stillness.

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed to help someone learn the basics about their own laptop computer: function buttons, wifi, ports, and security among other topics. Bring your own laptop to class – if you don’t have a laptop – one to use will be provided

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/15319828

The Anthology of Erie Poets presents The Erie Poetry Community Workshop

The Erie Community Poetry Workshop is designed to help members of the Erie community find their poetic voices and generate poetry that represents their diverse experiences and environments. We will look at different poetic forms, modes, and occasions while working together to write new poems and revise older ones. Led by Dr. Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal and featuring guest poetry instructors, the workshop is open to any member of the Erie community who would like to write poetry in a setting that encourages collaboration and growth.

For more information, please email Dr. Clayton Bradshaw-Mittal at bradshaw013@gannon.edu or visit eriepoetryanthology.com.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/14966147

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/15319883

Learn from scratch or brush up your skills with ECPL's computer classes! Designed to help someone do the basics of word processing with Microsoft Word: learn ribbons, font formatting, margins, tab stops, outlines, borders, headers/footers, 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/15319924

"We are excited to announce the 2nd International Conference on Agriculture & Natural Resources (ICANR 2025), set to take place on November 17-18, 2025, in Rome, Italy. This prominent event will bring together agriculture professionals, natural resource experts, and environmental scientists from across the globe to discuss the theme "The Agricultural Sector’s Challenges in Safeguarding Natural Resources and the Environment for Future Generations."

For more details explore our Website:https://agricultureconferences.com/

Join insightful discussions, collaborate with peers, and
explore the latest trends in agriculture and natural resource management.

Looking forward to your participation!

Best regards,
Jenny Chiara | Program Manager
Agriculture & Natural Resources Conference 2025 | Rome, Italy
Email: agriculture@inovineconferences.com
Phone: +1-408-648-2233
WhatsApp: +1 (514) 446-9130