No Pressure Book Club - Meadville Public Library
Apr
1
6:00 PM18:00

No Pressure Book Club - Meadville Public Library

Traditional book clubs can be exhausting and too much pressure at times. For this book club, you pick what you want to read based on a monthly theme. The meeting is held in the top floor community space.

The theme for April: Pulitzer Prize Winners or Finalists

For April we will be reading Pulitzer Prize winners or finalists from any year. Happy reading!

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Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library
Apr
4
10:00 AM10:00

Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library

Coffee, community, and connection! Meadville Public Library’s weekly coffee hour offers a chance to sip, chat, and discover all the wonderful things our community has to offer. Plus, meet representatives from local organizations doing great work in our area.

This week, we're chatting with Tony DiGiacomo from Crawford County Veterans Services. Learn about what benefits you and your dependents earned for your service and ask any questions you may have.

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Echos of Home Gallery Exhibit - Presented By Hatch Hollow
Apr
4
5:00 PM17:00

Echos of Home Gallery Exhibit - Presented By Hatch Hollow

Gallery Opening on Friday, April 4th from 4-8PM

Gallery on view April 4th through April 26th 2025

Part of the Meadville 1825 Celebration! This exhibition will focus around family/town histories - artists/the public can submit family photos or historical family artwork. Artist can also submit new works around the theme of family/town histories in the form of 2D artwork, sculpture, and/or written word. Applications to submit artwork for display are due by March 11th.

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ASL Learning Lab - Meadville Public Library
Apr
7
1:00 PM13:00

ASL Learning Lab - Meadville Public Library

Drop into Meadville Public Library’s monthly Learning Labs to practice your American Sign Language!  At these labs, get introduced to library books that help teach ASL, from handbooks to children's picture books that feature Sign Language. Plus, pick up some basic signs like names, colors, and the alphabet with volunteer instructors Aleta and Mellie.  These labs are designed to help support sign language learners of all ages and abilities.  Participants are welcome to stop by for just a few minutes or stay for the whole hour!

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National Library Week Kick Off - Meadville Public Library
Apr
7
4:00 PM16:00

National Library Week Kick Off - Meadville Public Library

Get a behind-the-scenes look at your Library! Explore the Meadville Public Library’s tech offerings on our Adult Services floor with a tech open house, take a guided tour into the Library’s past & present while exploring all parts of the Library, and enjoy complimentary refreshments.

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Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library
Apr
11
10:00 AM10:00

Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library

Coffee, community, and connection! Meadville Public Library’s weekly coffee hour offers a chance to sip, chat, and discover all the wonderful things our community has to offer. Plus, meet representatives from local organizations doing great work in our area.

This week, to celebrate National Library Week, they are doing a Librarian Q&A! Ask our Librarians questions you've always wanted to know about how the Library works and celebrate your Library with yummy sweets!

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Therapy Dogs for Adults - Meadville Public Library
Apr
15
11:00 AM11:00

Therapy Dogs for Adults - Meadville Public Library

Visit with therapy dogs every week! These adorable companions offer more than just furry friendship; they're experts at reducing stress and anxiety. Hang out in the Library’s Community Space and pet a pup while you’re at it.

About Paws Hand Delivered: Our handlers are compassionate people who love sharing their four-legged family member with others in need. These volunteers often obtain clearances in order to visit and lovingly give their time. They are local community members who collectively make Crawford County a better place! We provide services to local nursing homes, retirements communities, reading programs, classrooms, companionship, and much more.

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Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library
Apr
18
10:00 AM10:00

Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library

Coffee, community, and connection! Our weekly coffee hour offers a chance to sip, chat, and discover all the wonderful things our community has to offer. Plus, meet representatives from local organizations doing great work in our area.

This week, we're chatting with Dana Shaffer from UPMC's Public Health Dental Hygiene program for a conversation about oral health.

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Cookbook Club - Meadville Public Library
Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30

Cookbook Club - Meadville Public Library

April's theme is "Fun with Fungi" - make a recipe that uses mushrooms.

Join the French Creek Arts Collective for their monthly Cookbook Club meeting! Here's how it works: borrow a cookbook from the library, choose a recipe to try at home, then bring the dish and the cookbook to our potluck gathering. This is a great opportunity to try new foods, find new inspiration, and meet other cooking enthusiasts! Please bring dishes and flatware for yourself and your guests to reduce waste!

About French Creek Arts Collective: We are a collective of visual, performing, and musical artists located in Meadville and the surrounding communities. We are looking to provide opportunities for local creatives to network, share their talents, and learn from one other! Email us at frenchcreekartscollective@gmail.com with ideas or questions!

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Music in the Library Open Jam - Meadville Public Library
Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30

Music in the Library Open Jam - Meadville Public Library

Join our friends at Meadville Public Library for their monthly Open Jam session hosted by local musician Zackary Johnson! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, bring your instrument and join the symphony of sounds. It's a safe, open space for musicians of all ages and backgrounds to convene, share, and create music together.

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Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library
May
1
12:00 PM12:00

Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library

Come check out the much anticipated annual Spring Book Sale supporting Meadville Public Library!

The sale will be located on the top floor. The accessibility entrance is located on the Steer St side of the building, leading into the Children's Room, where the elevator will take customers to the top floor and the book sale room.

This sale includes general fiction and non-fiction books, books on CD, Young Adult fiction and non-fiction, and Children’s non-fiction and picture books. Please bring your own shopping bags.

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Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library
May
2
9:30 AM09:30

Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library

Come check out the much anticipated annual Spring Book Sale supporting Meadville Public Library!

The sale will be located on the top floor. The accessibility entrance is located on the Steer St side of the building, leading into the Children's Room, where the elevator will take customers to the top floor and the book sale room.

This sale includes general fiction and non-fiction books, books on CD, Young Adult fiction and non-fiction, and Children’s non-fiction and picture books. Please bring your own shopping bags.

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Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library
May
3
9:30 AM09:30

Spring Book Sale - Meadville Public Library

Come check out the much anticipated annual Spring Book Sale supporting Meadville Public Library!

The sale will be located on the top floor. The accessibility entrance is located on the Steer St side of the building, leading into the Children's Room, where the elevator will take customers to the top floor and the book sale room.

This sale includes general fiction and non-fiction books, books on CD, Young Adult fiction and non-fiction, and Children’s non-fiction and picture books. Please bring your own shopping bags.

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Plant Sale - PennState Extension Master Gardeners
May
24
8:00 AM08:00

Plant Sale - PennState Extension Master Gardeners

The annual plant sale is at the Downtown Mall parking lot (outside of Big Lots) in Meadville, PA. The Master Gardeners sell a large variety of house plants, perennials, vegetables, herbs, and other garden plants, along with trees and shrubs. Other garden items could be available such as garden gloves, magazines, books, stepping stones, and equipment.

The Master Gardeners on hand will also be happy to answer any horticultural questions.

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Green Thumb Workshop - Penn State Extension Master Gardeners
Mar
29
8:00 AM08:00

Green Thumb Workshop - Penn State Extension Master Gardeners

Join the Crawford County Master Gardeners for the 2025 Green Thumb Workshop! Door prizes will be awarded at the end of the workshop. A light breakfast will be provided. There will also be local craft vendors showcasing their talents during the breaks!

Speakers:

Ruth Benner, Penn State Educator - “Ticks and Vector Borne Diseases”

Dennis James, Mercer County Master Gardener - “All Things Hydrangeas”

Dr. Laura Deeter, Ohio State University - “100 Years of Gardening History”

Cost is $20. Register here: https://extension.psu.edu/green-thumb-hydrangeas-ticks-and-100-years-of-gardening

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Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library
Mar
28
10:00 AM10:00

Community Coffee Hour - Meadville Public Library

Coffee, community, and connection! Meadville Public Library’s weekly coffee hour offers a chance to sip, chat, and discover all the wonderful things our community has to offer. Plus, meet representatives from local organizations doing great work in our area.

This week, they will be chatting with Aaron Rekich from the Meadville Area Recreation Complex

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Bird Box Decorating & Eco-Friendly Feeders - Meadville Public Library
Mar
27
5:30 PM17:30

Bird Box Decorating & Eco-Friendly Feeders - Meadville Public Library

Join Dr. Jenn Houtz, Allegheny College Professor of Biology, as she provides a highly-interactive workshop decorating bird boxes and constructing eco-friendly bird feeders. Dr. Houtz, editor of the highly successful Backyard Birds of Allegheny College Coloring Book, studies the physiology and behavior of birds, including Eastern Bluebirds and Tree Swallows.

Participants will collaborate in decorating pre-constructed bird boxes that will be installed around the Meadville Public Library. They will also have the opportunity to construct an eco-friendly bird feeder out of provided common household materials that they may take with them at the end of the event.

Please join Meadville Public Library as we celebrate the beginning of spring and renewed bird activity!

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Fly Tying - Crawford County Conservation District
Mar
25
4:30 PM16:30

Fly Tying - Crawford County Conservation District

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A hands-on workshop with Mark Signorino from the Gem City Fly Tiers. He is a Certified Casting Instructor and a licensed guide from Erie, PA. We will be able to try our hands at making our own fishing flies. See this creative process in action!

Inside the front door of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269

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Seed Exchange - Meadville Public Library
Mar
1
10:00 AM10:00

Seed Exchange - Meadville Public Library

Prepare to polish your green thumb! Join Meadville Public Library for their first ever seed exchange! Bring vegetable, herb, and flower seeds to swap and learn about gardening strategies.

Registration is required on the library website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/13590601

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International Film Festival: "The Teacher's Lounge" - Movies@Meadville
Feb
27
7:00 PM19:00

International Film Festival: "The Teacher's Lounge" - Movies@Meadville

The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “The Teacher’s Lounge” (Germany, 2023, Director Ilker Çatak) at the Movies@Meadville.

An investigation of stealing in the teacher’s lounge of a German middle school leads to trouble for a young, idealistic teacher. Nominated for the 2024 Oscars, the film won at the 38th Goya Awards for Best European Film.

Entry is free to the public.

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Soil Painting - Crawford County Conservation District
Feb
26
4:30 PM16:30

Soil Painting - Crawford County Conservation District

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Try a different painting experience with District Environmental Education Kathy Uglow and find out some interesting things about soil while creating a unique painting. All ages and skill levels welcome.

Meeting inside the front door of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269

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International Film Festival: "20,000 Species of Bees" - Movies@Meadville
Feb
20
7:00 PM19:00

International Film Festival: "20,000 Species of Bees" - Movies@Meadville

The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “20,000 Species of Bees” (Spain, 2023, Director Estibaliz Urresola Solaguren) at the Movies@Meadville.

In this film, Lucia, an 8-year old transgender girl, is on a quest for identity. During a summer in a Spanish village house linked to beekeeping, she explores her femininity alongside the women of her family, who at the same time reflect on their own. The movie has won 38 awards, including the Spanish Goya Awards for The Goya Awards for best supporting actress, new director and individual screenplay.

Entry is free to the public.

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International Film Festival: "The Taste of Things" - Movies@Meadville
Feb
13
7:00 PM19:00

International Film Festival: "The Taste of Things" - Movies@Meadville

The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “The Taste of Things” (France, 2023, Director Trần Anh Hùng) at the Movies@Meadville.

Set against the backdrop of 19th century French cuisine, this enchanting movie celebrates the art of cooking and the bond it forges. Starring Juliette Binoche and Benoit Magimel, the film was nominated for a Palme d’Or at Cannes, with Trần Anh Hùng taking home the Best Director prize. The actors’ kitchen chemistry takes us on a wonderful journey of love, passion and gastronomy.

Entry is free to the public.

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The Great Backyard Bird Count - Crawford County Conservation District
Feb
12
4:30 PM16:30

The Great Backyard Bird Count - Crawford County Conservation District

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Find out how to easily participate in a world-wide bird counting event at home or wherever you choose! District Education Kathy Uglow will present the program. Let’s get counting!

Meeting inside the front door of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269

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Shield Your Digital Life: A Cybersecurity Workshop - Meadville Public Library
Feb
12
10:00 AM10:00

Shield Your Digital Life: A Cybersecurity Workshop - Meadville Public Library

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Join us in the South Room at the Meadville Public Library for a free, informative workshop on protecting your personal computer, cell phone, and other devices from cyber threats. Learn essential tips and tricks to safeguard your online privacy and security. Our cybersecurity expert will cover:

  • Understanding Cyber Threats: Learn about the latest online threats, including phishing, malware, and ransomware.

  • Strong Password Practices: Discover how to create strong, unique passwords and use password managers effectively.

  • Secure Browsing: Learn safe browsing habits, including recognizing phishing attempts and avoiding malicious websites.

  • Software Updates: Understand the importance of keeping your operating system and software up-to-date.

  • Online Privacy: Explore tips for protecting your online privacy, including managing your social media settings and using privacy-focused browsers.

Who should attend: Anyone who uses a personal computer or a device that connects with the internet and wants to improve their online security.

This event requires registration so be sure to click the link to register on the library’s website if you are interested! Register here: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/13491431

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International Film Festival: "Bye Bye Tiberias" - Movies@Meadville
Feb
6
7:00 PM19:00

International Film Festival: "Bye Bye Tiberias" - Movies@Meadville

The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “Bye Bye Tiberias” (Palestine, France, Belgium, Qatar, 2024 Director Lina Soualem) at the Movies@Meadville.

Years after leaving her Palestinian village to pursue and acting career in France, Hiam Abbass returns home with her daughter, filmmaker Lina Soualem, in this intimate documentary about four generations of daring Palestinian women who keep their story and legacy alive through the strength of their bonds, despite exile, dispossession, and heartbreak.

Entry is free to the public.

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Field Guide to Birds of Prey - Meadville Public Library
Feb
6
6:00 PM18:00

Field Guide to Birds of Prey - Meadville Public Library

Looking for a bit of Wonder in the midst of Winter?  Join Meadville Public Library and meet Birds of Prey that serve as animal ambassadors for Tamarack Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.  Although you won't be able to touch or hold the wildlife, there will be several animal ambassadors present for you to see up close.

Melissa Goodwill, Tamarack's Outreach and Education, will introduce us to these treasured ambassadors as she creates inspired connections between our program audience and the natural world around us.

Registration is required on the library website, there are 38 seats available.

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Friendship Bracelet Workshop - Meadville Public Library
Feb
5
6:00 PM18:00

Friendship Bracelet Workshop - Meadville Public Library

Make woven friendship bracelets for your friends and loved ones (or just yourself!) at this free class. We'll be using embroidery thread and a variety of easy knots to create personalized jewelry: they're easy to learn and the combinations are endless!

Register here on the library’s website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/13520010

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Repurposing Old Calendars into Envelopes - Crawford County Conservation District
Jan
23
4:30 PM16:30

Repurposing Old Calendars into Envelopes - Crawford County Conservation District

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Led by Kathy Uglow. 2024 will be over! Bring old calendars (or use some provided ones) to make some fantastic creations that can be shared with friends and loved ones. You can make some cards to put in the envelopes as well. Valentine’s Day is approaching! Will be held inside the front door of the Nature Center.

Register today by calling 814-763-5269

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Ignite Your Transformation With Adagio Health - Meadville Public Library
Jan
17
1:00 PM13:00

Ignite Your Transformation With Adagio Health - Meadville Public Library

Adagio Health invites you to harness the momentum of your New Year's aspirations by attending a pair of FREE 30-minute workshops.  Representatives from Adagio will be on hand to introduce strategies for developing a sustainable fitness plan, nurturing new habits around beverage consumption, and working toward tobacco cessation.  Attend the workshops of your choice in this no-cost opportunity to develop a plan and gain the support you deserve to reach your goals in 2025.

In this interactive workshop YOU will have the opportunity to taste and learn how to make infused fruit water and protein power balls.  Meadville Public Library hopes to see you there!

Registration is required. There are 35 seats available.

Register on the library website here: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/13520666

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Life Drawing Workshop - Unitarian Universalist Church of Meadville
Dec
17
2:00 PM14:00

Life Drawing Workshop - Unitarian Universalist Church of Meadville

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Tuesdays in 2024. No instruction, no judgement, no fee casual figure drawing session for artists of all levels. Participants will take turns modeling fully clothed. Bring pencils, paper, pens, etc. No paints or liquid inks please.

Email church@uumeadville.org or call 814-724-4023 for more information.

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Wire Wrapping Workshop - Meadville Public Library
Dec
12
6:00 PM18:00

Wire Wrapping Workshop - Meadville Public Library

Learn to create your own jewelry and more in this introductory class. We'll walk you through the basics of wire-wrapping (using strands of wire to enclose a loose stone or object) and turn them into everything from pendants to keychains. It's easy and it's free! Semi-precious stones and will be provided (or bring your own trinket that you'd like to turn into something special).

Registration is required on the library website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/12792364

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