Pottery painting with The Kilted Kiln! Choose from a 10 ounce mug for $16 or a dinner plate for $20. All materials provided.
Come into the library or call 814-382-6666 to sign up.
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.
A basic American Sign Language (ASL) class free to the public.
A spring decoupage project “Pansies in a Pail”. $10 per person, all materials provided.
Come into the library or call 814-382-6666 to sign up.
A spring bike painting for beginners. $10 per person, all materials provided.
Come into the library or call 814-382-6666 to sign up.
Day three of National Library Week! Ever wonder how the library's collection comes together? Learn the ins and outs of selecting your favorite books, from ordering to shelving, with our Library staff.
Day two of National Library Week! Join Meadville Public Library to learn how to access eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and more from the comfort of your own home using your library card.
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!
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
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!
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
What is prescribed fire? Zach St. Laurent, Fire Forester, Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, will present about how private landowners can conduct their own burns and what is needed for that.
Register today by calling 814-763-5269
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
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
Watershed Specialist Brian Pilarcik will introduce various maps and explain how to interpret them. Everyone is welcome, even if you are not very experienced with using maps.
Meeting inside the front door of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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
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
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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.
Heather Flick, Environmental Education Specialist, PA Game Commission, will be presenting about owls. Come learn about these fascinating creatures!
Meeting inside the front door of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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
All ages are welcome. Lessons include free take-home materials and delicious food samples and tastings!
About Adagio Health: Adagio Health leads nutrition lessons that incorporate food sampling and engaging activities to help inspire healthy lifestyles in Crawford County. Learn more.
Registration is required. There are 30 seats available.
Register on the library website here: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/12854234
Two separate topics! How do you start a fire without using matches or lighters? Come and find out when Jim Edwards, Ft. LeBeouf Museum, leads this program. Secondly, find out how to play “Double Ball,” an old Native American game!
Meet at Shelter #2 in Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join the Crawford County Conservation District to welcome Jim Murphy, PA Trappers Association, for an introduction to furbearing mammals found in our area. He will teach us all about the animals as well as showcase his extensive collection of furs and more!
Meet at Shelter #1 in Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Discover the art of relaxation and holistic well-being with an intro to Tai Chi – join Karen Schreiber for a free serene journey to cultivate balance, flexibility, and inner calm. Participants will learn a bit of background and ease into some basic breathing and movement practices. Please wear comfortable clothes.
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/13131214
