Community Calendar

Are you looking to make your fiber arts project time a bit more social?

Come and join the Millcreek Branch Knit and Crochet Club. The community room will be open from 10:00-12:00 for individuals to bring in their own knitting or crocheting projects and work on them in a friendly, communal environment. Participants of any skill level are welcome: all you need is an active project and a desire to be around other fiber artists!

Learning how to knit and crochet doesn't have to be intimidating. The library has Maker Kits to get you started, from crochet to long loom and round loom knitting.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/14628894

If you are a kid who likes bricks, blocks, and being boisterous, then you should come join the Building Buddies Brigade!

The community room is open weekly to allow children to get to know each other and play together using Edinboro's extensive supply of building materials. There is no supervision and no agenda: just a room full of building materials and enough space for everyone to have fun making something (and of course knocking it down). KEVA blocks, Lincoln Logs, Bankers Box Bricks and more will be available. Children of all ages are welcome, and parents can enjoy the chance to meet other parents in the community. Recommended age is 1 to 6 years old, although older children can accompany younger siblings.

You can always check out these great books for building inspiration!

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/14627423

Help your child get ready to read! Our interactive storytimes feature books, music, movement, art, and more. All ages welcome! Come join the fun whenever your family's schedule allows. Questions? Call 814-451-6936.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15177734

Explore stories at the library! Join us for an interactive storytime featuring books, music, movement, puppetry, and more. Have fun while helping your child build early reading skills. Activities are planned with a preschooler's development in mind, but younger and older siblings are always welcome.

Preschool Storytime is best for ages 3-5. A parent or other adult caregiver must be present for the duration of the program. No fee or registration required - join us whenever your family's schedule allows!

Wednesday and Thursday sessions will be different. You are welcome to join us for either or both.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15177561

Get cozy this fall with a hands-on DIY workshop! Learn how to make your own autumn-inspired sugar scrubs using simple ingredients and seasonal scents like pumpkin spice and cinnamon. Perfect for pampering yourself or giving as a homemade gift! Open to teens ages 13-18, in grades 8-12. No registration required. Available while supplies last.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15035994

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 kitchen knife per person to this class to sharpen. Only straight-edged kitchen 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.

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/15085137

Help your child get ready to read! Our interactive storytimes feature books, music, movement, art, and more. All ages welcome! Come join the fun whenever your family's schedule allows. Questions? Call 814-451-6936.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15177702

Help your child get ready to read! Our interactive storytimes feature books, music, movement, art, and more. All ages welcome! Come join the fun whenever your family's schedule allows. Questions? Call 814-451-6936.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15177814

Explore stories at the library! Join us for an interactive storytime featuring books, music, movement, puppetry, and more. Have fun while helping your child build early reading skills. Activities are planned with a preschooler's development in mind, but younger and older siblings are always welcome.

Preschool Storytime is best for ages 3-5. A parent or other adult caregiver must be present for the duration of the program. No fee or registration required - join us whenever your family's schedule allows!

Wednesday and Thursday sessions will be different. You are welcome to join us for either or both.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15177580

Join us for a night of drinks, doodles, and music at this combination event Flight Night & book signing with local artist Anthony Carson!

The flights feature four drinks for $15, each inspired by a doodle from his new book Can I Change the World with a Doodle?, a compilation of 44 therapeutic drawings drawn and curated by the artist, himself.

Copies of the book are available and Anthony will be there to sign and doodle on the spot with other local doodlers including Vital Vortex (Alex Kelly) and Onewayness (Adam Holquist). Anthony will also be performing a set of songs to set the vibe with instrumental, ambient, and folk. Come for the signing, stay for the drinks, doodles, and music!