Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
Have you seen any bears in your neighborhood? Join District Environmental Education Specialist Kathy Uglow for an informative program about black bears.
Meeting inside the nature center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Examining Frost’s poetic legacy as it has been reassessed in the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries and present a more nuanced account of Frost's place in American literature. Presenting the talk is Dr. Robert Bernard Hass, who has published widely on Robert Frost, is professor of English at PennWest Edinboro and the executive director of the Robert Frost Society.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
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.
Gearing up for spring! Get the buzz on bees at this awesome program featuring researcher and guest presenter Maggie Murphree. Bring your questions to this interesting and informative program.
Register today by calling 814-763-5269
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.
Meeting at the Nature Center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
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.
Learn how to crochet granny squares! Attend a session 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.
Registration is required. Register here on the library’s website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/16441581
Terry Lobdell will bring a variety of artifacts from his collection. We will be focusing on “pounding and grinding tools”. Do you have any artifacts at home that you want to show us or have a question about?
Register today by calling 814-763-5269
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
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.
A full moon acrylic painting for beginners. $10 per person, all materials provided.
Come into the library or call 814-382-6666 to sign up.
Join Meadville Public Library every week in the top floor Community Space for a take and make craft. All supplies will be provided.
Join District Environmental Education Specialist Kathy Uglow for this informal, fun nature trivia event! Enjoy some snacks, relax, and maybe find out some cool nature facts too!
Meeting inside the nature center. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
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
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.
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.
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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 the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
A basic American Sign Language (ASL) class free to the public.
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
Join the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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 the Margaret Shontz Memorial Library for a series of six introductory Mah Jongg classes. Are you ready to play?
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.
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?
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.
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
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
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
Learn how to save seeds from this year’s harvest with Meadville Public Library! At this event, you will learn how to preserve your favorite plant varieties for future generations as well as tips and tricks to get you started on your seed-saving journey. Get ready to participate in our upcoming Seed Exchange in Spring 2026, where you can swap seeds, share knowledge, and expand your gardening horizons.
Registration is required, there are 20 seats available.
Register on the library website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/15204422
Join District Environmental Educator Specialist Kathy Uglow to learn the basics of using a compass. You will find out how to get your “pace count,” then try out your new skills by doing hands-on activities. Materials and compasses will be provided for the program.
Meeting in Stainbrook Park. Register today by calling 814-763-5269
In this 6-week series, you'll learn the essentials of ASL communication, covering everything from the alphabet and numbers to colors, questions, and food signs. Meeting every Thursday between September 3rd through October 8th from 5 PM to 6 PM. Signing up for this course means you’re registering for 6 weeks of classes. No prior experience is necessary — just come ready to learn and have fun!
Register here on the library website: https://meadvillelibrary.libcal.com/event/14921666
