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Edison Workshop

Maker Event: Edison Workshop

Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Maker In Residence J Riesen as he explores open-source hardware and software to create fun and practical robots through 3d printing, visual coding, and generative AI! We wi

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Join Maker In Residence J Riesen as he explores open-source hardware and software to create fun and practical robots through 3d printing, visual coding, and generative AI! We will use the Edison robot platform, our Prusa printers, and ESP32-based ...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

Infant Storytime

Infant Storytime 10 AM

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Age Group:
Infants
Infant Storytime:

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Event Details:

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to register for each week. The registration is only for the one session c...

Infant Storytime

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Infant Storytime

Infant Storytime 11 AM

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Age Group:
Infants
Infant Storytime:

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Event Details:

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to register for each week. The registration is only for the one session c...

Infant Storytime

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Teen Advisory Board

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Monday, April 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
Age Group:
Teens
Teen Advisory Board (TAB):

For grades 7 through 12. We meet twice a month, typically every other Monday from 4pm-5pm. Be an important part of your community by helping to plan and run library events for kids

Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

For grades 7 through 12. We meet twice a month, typically every other Monday from 4pm-5pm. Be an important part of your community by helping to plan and run library events for kids and teens! TAB members also give Ms. Janae their input for new purchases for the library. Teens receive volunteer hours for all TAB events. 

No registration required.

ABC Storytime

ABC Storytime Tuesday 10 AM

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Age Group:
Children
ABC Storytime:

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Event Details:

Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM,  or Wednesda...

ABC Storytime

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Appointments in The Forge flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-h

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-hour appointment in the Forge on select days. Only one activity per ...
ABC Storytime

ABC Storytime Tuesday 11 AM

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Age Group:
Children
ABC Storytime:

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Event Details:

Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM,  or Wednesda...

ABC Storytime

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Appointments in The Forge flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-h

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-hour appointment in the Forge on select days. Only one activity per ...
3D Printing AUTODESK Tinkercad

3D Printing: AUTODESK Tinkercad

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join our Resident Maker, J to learn how to create 3D digital designs with online CAD (Computer-Aided Design) with AUTODESK Tinkercad.  It would be helpful to create a free

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Join our Resident Maker, J to learn how to create 3D digital designs with online CAD (Computer-Aided Design) with AUTODESK Tinkercad.  It would be helpful to create a free Tinkercad account prior to coming to class.   Please brin...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

Program fee

There is an additional fee for this program.

Per the Library's Programming Policy refunds will not be granted for patron cancelations on programs made less than 48 hours prior to the programs.

Beatrix Potter Flyer

The Life of Beatrix Potter

Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Station North Meeting Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talk, Informational Talk
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a presentation by the Beatrix Potter Society on the life and work of children’s literature author and illustrator, Beatrix Potter. The Beatrix Potter Society aims to

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Author Talk, Informational Talk
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:
Join us for a presentation by the Beatrix Potter Society on the life and work of children’s literature author and illustrator, Beatrix Potter. The Beatrix Potter Society aims to celebrate the life and works of Beatrix Potter. The Society seeks to ...
ABC Storytime

ABC Storytime Wednesday 10 AM

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Age Group:
Children
ABC Storytime:

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Event Details:

Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime

Cancelled
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM,  or Wednesda...

ABC Storytime

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Appointments in The Forge flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-h

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-hour appointment in the Forge on select days. Only one activity per ...
ABC Storytime

ABC Storytime Wednesday 11 AM

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Age Group:
Children
ABC Storytime:

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Event Details:

Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime

Cancelled
Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please. There are 4 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Tuesdays at 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM,  or Wednesda...

ABC Storytime

Children enjoy books, songs, rhymes, manipulatives and movement, and a craft kit to take home. Recommended for ages 19 months through preschool. Registration is required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Appointments in The Forge flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-h

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-hour appointment in the Forge on select days. Only one activity per ...
Appointments in The Forge flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-h

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Have a burning question about the resources in The Forge? Need help with your next project? Want to have a one-on-one discussion with our makerspace staff? You can schedule a one-hour appointment in the Forge on select days. Only one activity per ...
Gaming Club Flyer

Cranberry Gaming Club

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Franklin Station North Meeting Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our board gaming group to play a different board game each month! Check the Adult Programs page to see what games we'll be playing this month. You do not need to

Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:
Join our board gaming group to play a different board game each month! Check the Adult Programs page to see what games we'll be playing this month. You do not need to know how to play the games beforehand -- just drop in and have fun! ...
Yoga Meditation Flyer

Guided Meditation Meetup

Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Station North Meeting Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for easy yet effective guided meditations to de-stress, still your mind, and experience inner peace and joy! Through Sahaja Yoga, you can achieve a state of meditation

Open
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:
Join us for easy yet effective guided meditations to de-stress, still your mind, and experience inner peace and joy! Through Sahaja Yoga, you can achieve a state of meditation known as thoughtless awareness. In this state, your consciousness wor...
Adult Conversation Group

Adult Conversation Group

Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Station South Meeting Room at Cranberry Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us on the first Thursday of each month for thoughtful and respectful discussion on a wide range of topics. All opinions welcome and respected!

Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:
Join us on the first Thursday of each month for thoughtful and respectful discussion on a wide range of topics. All opinions welcome and respected! ...
Enchanted Forest

Enchanted Forest Paint Along with Zach Aaron

Friday, May 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join local artist Zach Aaron to create a simple yet beautiful acrylic painting of an enchanted forest with a purple night sky.  

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:
Join local artist Zach Aaron to create a simple yet beautiful acrylic painting of an enchanted forest with a purple night sky.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

Program fee

There is an additional fee for this program.

Per the Library's Programming Policy refunds will not be granted for patron cancelations on programs made less than 48 hours prior to the programs.

Origami Yoda

May the 4th Star Wars Origami with Zach Aaron

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you!! Join artist Zach Aaron in celebration of Star Wars Day to create a fun, origami Yoda!  You will transform sheets of paper into a finished sculptur

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
May the 4th be with you!! Join artist Zach Aaron in celebration of Star Wars Day to create a fun, origami Yoda!  You will transform sheets of paper into a finished sculpture through traditional Japanese folding techniques.  Kids 10 &a...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

Program fee

There is an additional fee for this program.

Per the Library's Programming Policy refunds will not be granted for patron cancelations on programs made less than 48 hours prior to the programs.

Yoda Origami

May the 4th Star Wars Origami with Zach Aaron

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

May the 4th be with you!! Join artist Zach Aaron in celebration of Star Wars Day to create a fun, origami Yoda!  You will transform sheets of paper into a finished sculptur

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
May the 4th be with you!! Join artist Zach Aaron in celebration of Star Wars Day to create a fun, origami Yoda!  You will transform sheets of paper into a finished sculpture through traditional Japanese folding techniques.  Kids 10 &a...

Disclaimer(s)

Please register each individual

Please register each individual person attending this program. If more than one person is attending, click the "Add Another" button to add additional people.

Program fee

There is an additional fee for this program.

Per the Library's Programming Policy refunds will not be granted for patron cancelations on programs made less than 48 hours prior to the programs.

Infant Storytime

Infant Storytime 10 AM

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Age Group:
Infants
Infant Storytime:

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Event Details:

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to register for each week. The registration is only for the one session c...

Infant Storytime

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Infant Storytime

Infant Storytime 11 AM

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Storytime Room at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Age Group:
Infants
Infant Storytime:

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Event Details:

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.   Mondays at 10:00 AM  or Mondays at 11:00 AM Your registration is for all days in the session; no need to register for each week. The registration is only for the one session c...

Infant Storytime

Join us for 20 minutes of books, songs and rhymes, followed by music and bubbles. Recommended for ages birth to 18 months. Registration required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

All participants must be accompanied by an adult 18 years of age or older. 

Register EACH Individual, Including the Adult

You must register EACH individual attending this program, including the adult. Only one adult per registration is allowed. 

Spackle Painted Flowers

Spackle Painted Flowers

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come create a beautiful piece of art using spackle and acrylic paint! Participants will trace photographic images of flowers and transfer the image to 10"x10" canvas. Learn how

Open
Required
Payment
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Come create a beautiful piece of art using spackle and acrylic paint! Participants will trace photographic images of flowers and transfer the image to 10"x10" canvas. Learn how to use spackle as a medium and highlight the flower with acrylic paint...

Disclaimer(s)

Program fee

There is an additional fee for this program.

Per the Library's Programming Policy refunds will not be granted for patron cancelations on programs made less than 48 hours prior to the programs.