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.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
Come watch G or PG rated movies every Wednesday morning at Cochranton Area Public Library.
Movie license compliments of the Friends. Call 814-425-3996 or stop by the library for movie titles.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
Tromping around in the snow…it is fun! Grace Moon, Allegheny College Outing Club will provide the snowshoes and instruction. Let it snow!
Wear clothing for outside participation! Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join our Silent Book Club in collaboration with Chipper's Pub! Bring a book and settle in for two hours of reading. This is the perfect opportunity for those who find it hard to concentrate at home, or want a dedicated time to dive into their books. After reading, stick around for a brief conversation where you can share what you're reading, discover new titles, and connect with other book lovers. Plus catch Happy Hour from 5-6 PM for food & drink specials! This Winter, Silent Book Club will meet Dec 3, Dec 17, Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 11, and Feb 25.
The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “Inshallah A Boy” in Arabic at the Movies@Meadville.
A sudden tragedy forces a young widow in Jordan to take a desperate stand against a legal system that threatens her family’s home and her daughter’s future.
Entry is free to the public.
Create your own cards with Natalie Gramley at the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library. All materials provided.
$10 for 4 cards. Come into the library or call 814-382-6666 to sign up.
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.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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 February: Reese’s Book Club Picks
Visit reesesbookclub.com to see a full list of titles. Show up on book club day to learn about other books that people read this month and share about yours! Happy reading!
Come watch G or PG rated movies every Wednesday morning at Cochranton Area Public Library.
Movie license compliments of the Friends. Call 814-425-3996 or stop by the library for movie titles.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
Take a closer look at aerial photography, mapping, and satellite imagery for landowners. Do you know what LIDAR is? If not, come and find out more about ‘seeing it all from above’. Meeting inside the Nature Center.
Register today by calling 814-763-5269
The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “L’ Attachment” in French at the Movies@Meadville.
A fiercely independent librarian finds her carefully constructed life upended when she becomes the unexpected anchor for a grieving family in crisis.
Entry is free to the public.
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.
An afternoon of music performed by Allegheny College faculty.
A basic American Sign Language (ASL) class free to the public.
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.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
Come watch G or PG rated movies every Wednesday morning at Cochranton Area Public Library.
Movie license compliments of the Friends. Call 814-425-3996 or stop by the library for movie titles.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
What do animals do in winter when the winter weather is SO cold? Find out their survival strategies from Heather Flick, Environmental Education Specialist, PA Game Commission, NW Region!
Meeting inside the nature center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join our Silent Book Club in collaboration with Chipper's Pub! Bring a book and settle in for two hours of reading. This is the perfect opportunity for those who find it hard to concentrate at home, or want a dedicated time to dive into their books. After reading, stick around for a brief conversation where you can share what you're reading, discover new titles, and connect with other book lovers. Plus catch Happy Hour from 5-6 PM for food & drink specials! This Winter, Silent Book Club will meet Dec 3, Dec 17, Jan 14, Jan 28, Feb 11, and Feb 25.
The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “Great Freedom” in German at the Movies@Meadville.
In a society where his identity is a crime, a man repeatedly imprisoned in post-war Germany discovers that the deepest bonds are often found in the most unlikely places.
Entry is free to the public.
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/
Join Meadville Public Library for their new Books & Coffee event! Grab a free drink and check out your next book to read.
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.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
Come watch G or PG rated movies every Wednesday morning at Cochranton Area Public Library.
Movie license compliments of the Friends. Call 814-425-3996 or stop by the library for movie titles.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
Enjoy a free showing of The Princess and the Frog at Meadville Public Library! Hosted by Armstrong, this event welcomes everyone. Chairs will be available, but feel free to bring a blanket if you’d like to sit closer to the screen. Plus, enjoy complimentary popcorn during the show!
This winter, learn how to crochet granny squares, taught by members of our Fiber Arts Club! Attend one (or both!) sessions to learn basic stitches to create a classic granny square. These squares can be combined into a scarf, blanket, or leave them as is and use them as mug rugs! All supplies will be provided.
The Allegheny Department of World Languages & Cultures will be screening “Reinas” in Spanish at the Movies@Meadville.
Amidst the political turmoil of 1990s Peru, two sisters find their loyalties tested as they prepare to leave their world behind and face the truth about their father.
Entry is free to the public.
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.
Are you thinking of writing your memoir? Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for two motivating writing sessions offering tips and ideas for crafting compelling stories about your life. Please being a pen & paper, or your laptop.
$10/person for two classes. Suitable for all skill levels.
Participants will be led through a sequence of poses targeting certain areas to release tension and strengthen their bodies in this chair yoga class taught by yoga certified teacher Katherine Dunn.
Limit of 8 participants per session. $10 per person.
Stop by the library or call 814-382-6666 for more information.
Find out all about these fascinating birds with District Environmental Education Specialist Kathy Uglow.
Meeting inside of the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Celebrate National Library Lovers’ Month by joining Meadville Public Library for a free showing of Free For All: The Public Library, directed by Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor. This documentary explores how public libraries shaped a nation and remain a beloved sanctuary for Americans today. There will also be snacks!
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.
Join us every month for a casual opportunity to meet other crafters, learn new skills, and share tips and patterns! All experience levels are welcome.
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.
Are you thinking of writing your memoir? Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for two motivating writing sessions offering tips and ideas for crafting compelling stories about your life. Please being a pen & paper, or your laptop.
$10/person for two classes. Suitable for all skill levels.
Enjoy a free showing of Abominable at Meadville Public Library! Hosted by Armstrong, this event welcomes everyone. Chairs will be available, but feel free to bring a blanket if you’d like to sit closer to the screen. Plus, enjoy complimentary popcorn during the show!
Join CCCD to add some FUN to your winter late afternoon with nature trivia! Register today and enjoy some popcorn,trivia, and the chance to win prizes! You do not need to be an “expert” to participate.
Meeting inside 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?
This winter, learn how to crochet granny squares, taught by members of our Fiber Arts Club! Attend one (or both!) sessions to learn basic stitches to create a classic granny square. These squares can be combined into a scarf, blanket, or leave them as is and use them as mug rugs! All supplies will be provided.
A GORUCK Crawford County event featuring an out and back route on Bessemer Trail with the final leg taking the crew to Cup N Spoon Cussewago for a delicious finish! An easy walk of about 2.3 miles. No ruck, no problem! This event is free unless you’d like to get some treats afterwards.
Meeting at Bessemer Street parking across from Lucy’s. Bring water, appropriate footwear, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Please indicate if you are going on the event Facebook page.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
Come in out of the cold! If you would like to learn about beavers, have fun watching this awesome movie with exceptional information and footage of beaver activities. This extraordinary movie is a “must see” for all!
Meeting inside the nature center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Christmas ornaments made from “tree cookies” are a fun and unique way to celebrate the holiday season. Join District Educator Kathy Uglow to make some beautiful mementos for yourself and friends!
Meeting inside the nature center! Register today by calling 814-763-5269.
Enjoy a free showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas at Meadville Public Library! Hosted by Armstrong, this event welcomes everyone. Chairs will be available, but feel free to bring a blanket if you’d like to sit closer to the screen. Plus, enjoy complimentary popcorn during the show!
The last First Friday of 2025 is the most festive one yet! Join Experience Meadville Friday, December 5th in Downtown Meadville for a merry & bright evening of holiday-themed family-fun! Explore Christmas magic around every corner!
Come check out the much anticipated annual Fall 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.
Join Experience Meadville in downtown Meadville on Friday, November 7th for the annual First Pie Day event!
Celebrate the unique charm of Meadville with a relaxed night out in support of local artists and small businesses.
Come check out the much anticipated annual Fall 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.
Come check out the much anticipated annual Fall 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.
Learn all about some of the most alluring gemstones! Join CCCD for this fun session and enjoy finding out myths and legends that surround these awesome precious specimens. District Education Specialist Kathy Uglow ad a surprise guest will present the program inside the Nature Center.
Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Take part in setting up for the Meadville Public Library Community Used Book Sale! Active volunteers, who contribute their time to participate in the set-up and sale, will receive a pizza lunch and a free book of their choice. Let the library know that they can count on you by registering for this event on the library website.
October’s theme is Homegrown Harvest. Use an ingredient that was grown or produced locally in the dish you make!
Join the French Creek Arts Collective for their monthly cookbook club! 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!
Come watch G or PG rated movies every Wednesday morning at Cochranton Area Public Library.
Movie license compliments of the Friends. Call 814-425-3996 or stop by the library for movie titles.
Enjoy some spooky treats and find out all about bats for Halloween with everyone’s favorite “Bats Teacher” Terry Lobdell!
Meeting at Shelter 1 in Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
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.
Give a puzzle, get a puzzle! Meadville Public Library is excited to host their first-ever puzzle swap.
Donated puzzles will be accepted now until Friday, October 10. Any individual that donates a puzzle will receive a swap ticket, which acts as admittance for early entrance on the day of the swap. The swap is Saturday, October 11 beginning at 11:00 AM and continuing until 12:30 PM. Ticket holders can enjoy early entrance at 11:00 AM, with the puzzle swap opening to the public at 11:30 AM.
For every puzzle you donate, you will receive a swap ticket that can be used in exchange for a puzzle during early access.
Meadville Public Library will accept gently used puzzles of any size and piece count, in their original boxes with no missing pieces. Drop off at the Adult Services Desk in exchange for swap tickets that you can redeem the day of the event. You can receive tickets for as many puzzles as you donate.
Join French Creek Valley Conservancy for a walk in Penn’s Woods at the Marsh Conservation Easement! This conservation easement is located just outside of Meadville, PA towards Guys Mills, PA. We will explore part of the 41 acres of lovely, wooded forest. This property is not usually open to the public, so this is a great opportunity to come and check it out! This property does have some steep inclines, so please wear shoes with good traction and grip.
Walk in Penn’s Woods is a statewide coordinated event on the first Sunday in October which encourages people across Pennsylvania to learn how their local woods work, see forests in new ways, and appreciate and love the forests so that we can all care well for them.
Please register here by noon on October 3rd, 2025:https://www.frenchcreekconservancy.org/calendar-events-2/
You will receive an email with more details and parking directions closer to the event date.
Learn from Fly Fishers International Certified Casting Instructor Mark Signorino from Erie, PA. He is a helper/instructor for PA Fish & Boat Commission fly fishing seminars, teaches Fly Fishing 101 class at start parks in Western PA, and volunteers with Project Healing Waters & The Mayfly Project.
Age 16+ meeting at Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join Experience Meadville in downtown Meadville on Friday, October 3rd for a spooky Witch Walk from 5-8pm! Ticket holders will receive a themed tote designed by a local artist as well as other additional goodies and will be able to participate in the costume contest.
Celebrate the unique charm of Meadville with a relaxed night out in support of local artists and small businesses!
This is the fourth year that Hatch Hollow is hosting an Allegheny College Alumni Art Exhibition in partnership with Allegheny’s Blue & Gold Weekend.
Join Hatch Hollow for a special Closing Reception as part of Allegheny’s Blue & Gold weekend before this gallery ends September 20th.
Did you know you can brew tea from conifer needles? What will be your favorite…spruce? pine? Come to this program and find out how…taste a “flight” of teas that we brew during this event! DCNR Service Forester Mark Lewis will explain how to make the tea and he will teach about conifers.
Meet at Shelter #1 in Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join Meadville Public Library for this 3-week course meeting on Tuesday September 16th, 23rd, and 30th! In this series you’ll refresh and expand your ASL knowledge!
Registration is required and means you’re committing to the 3-week course.
Register here on the library website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/14921857
The Arc’s annual family movie night under the stars!
Music Lineup:
5:30-6:30: Mike’s Rock-n-Roll Pet Store
7 - Dusk: Kelly’s World
Family activities from 7 PM till dusk will include: Balloon Art by Magic Steve, yard games, movie trivia, chalk art, and raffle baskets.
Bring a picnic (there may be food trucks) and a blanket or folding chair!
Join Cochranton Public Library and enjoy some ice cream to celebrate ten years since their new building opened!
For more information call 814-425-3996 or stop by Cochranton Area Public Library
