Community Calendar

History is fun?! Yep, sure is! Join us Wednesday afternoon for a program where we tackle the whos, whats, wheres, whens and whys of the Brig Niagara - why is she so famous?

Well, we won’t actually tackle the boat, but we will learn a little about Erie’s maritime history, and the events that led up to the Niagara being the pride of the Gem City.

This program is free and intended for children ages 8 - 12; registration required.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16733056

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/17039607

Learn the three core elements of a strong grant proposal: the narrative, the budget, and the evaluation plan. This practical workshop will show you how to tell a compelling story, build a realistic budget, and demonstrate measurable impact. Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to strengthen your skills, you'll leave with tools and tips to create more competitive grant applications.

Spaces are limited so registration is required. This is for charities, 501(c)3s, or non-profits only.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/15803856

Stop by to create your very own miniature capsule to take home with you. We will provide materials, while you provide the personal memorabilia. Whether you seal it to be opened in 5 years or 25, this program helps you curate memories to look back on. No registration required, available while supplies last. Ages 13-18.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16650933

The Smith Carillon Concert Series at Penn State Behrend features live Thursday evening performances in July and August on the lawn of the Larry and Kathryn Smith Chapel. The 2026 series includes guest artists:

-July 23 - Andrée-Anne Doane (St. Joseph's Oratory, Montreal, Quebec, Canada)
-July 30 - Sheryl Modlin (Church of the Saviour, Cleveland Heights, OH)
-August 6 - Julie Zhu (University of Michigan)
-August 13 - Michael Gancz (Stanford University)

Performances begin at 7 p.m. Attendees often bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the music from the 4-octave instrument. This concert series is free and open to the public.

Hey kids! Are you interested in learning about no-cooking necessary recipes to use in the kitchen? Try new foods? Already do a little cooking? Join Adagio Health for a series developed by the USDA called MyPlate.

We have TWO sessions on the same day - this session is tailored for kids ages 5 - 7 years old!

Homeschool families welcome! We can accommodate families who would like to register children of various ages in one program - just let us know!

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16994741

Hey kids! Are you interested in learning about no-cooking necessary recipes to use in the kitchen? Try new foods? Already do a little cooking? Join Adagio Health for a series developed by the USDA called MyPlate.

We have TWO sessions on the same day - this session is tailored for kids ages 8 - 12 years old! You will be

Homeschool families welcome! We can accommodate families who would like to register children of various ages in one program - just let us know!

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16994743

Bring the fastest earthworm in your backyard to Blasco Memorial Library's 8th Annual Worm Races! Children ages 3-11 are invited to race a worm on one of our special tracks. Worms will compete until we have a victor, and the owners of the three fastest worms will receive a small prize.

The library will provide some worms, but not enough for every racer. Try to BYOW (bring your own worm) in a small container of dirt. After the race, worms will enjoy a well-deserved retirement in the library's staff garden!

Registration required! Please choose ONE session and time. Visit events.erielibrary.org or call 814-451-6936 to sign up. Registration opens two weeks ahead of the event.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16832343

Learn to use the Idea Lab’s Ultimaker S3 3D printers in this fun, interactive class. You will learn how 3D printing works, how to find and download files for printing, and how to submit a print to the Idea Lab.

Free. Registration required. Ages 13 to adult. The class will take place in the Idea Lab's Community Class. Intermediate computer skills are required. You will be using a laptop and need to feel comfortable switching between programs and tabs while following along with an instructor. If you think that you will need extra assistance to complete this project, please bring a support person with you to class.

If you arrive late, we cannot guarantee entry to the class. We often have a waitlist; your spot can be given away if you do not arrive at the scheduled time.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/17012791

Bring the fastest earthworm in your backyard to Blasco Memorial Library's 8th Annual Worm Races! Children ages 3-11 are invited to race a worm on one of our special tracks. Worms will compete until we have a victor, and the owners of the three fastest worms will receive a small prize.

The library will provide some worms, but not enough for every racer. Try to BYOW (bring your own worm) in a small container of dirt. After the race, worms will enjoy a well-deserved retirement in the library's staff garden!

Registration required! Please choose ONE session and time. Visit events.erielibrary.org or call 814-451-6936 to sign up. Registration opens two weeks ahead of the event.

https://events.erielibrary.org/event/16832360