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Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Button Snowman

Button Snowman Art with Kelly

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Create a sweet piece of snowman art using buttons. You will be given an 8"x8" wooden frame and loads of buttons to create a sweet decorative piece. Your piece can either free-stand or hang on the wall.  

Button Snowman

Button Snowman Art with Kelly

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Create a sweet piece of snowman art using buttons. You will be given an 8"x8" wooden frame and loads of buttons to create a sweet decorative piece. Your piece can either free-stand or hang on the wall.  

3D Printing with Craig

Intro to 3D Printing with Craig

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

3D print enthusiast, Craig, will show you the creative possibilities of 3D printing with a demonstration of our Prusa 3D Printers.

If registering multiple participants, you must register each person.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

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Caregiver and Me infant Playtime: 11 AM

11:00am–11:45am
Infants
Playtime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on select Fridays at either 10am or 11am for 45 minutes of free play and family bonding time.                                    &

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 10 AM

10:00am–10:45am
Infants
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please.

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.  

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 11 AM

11:00am–11:45am
Infants
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Infants
Program Type: Storytime, Infant Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:
Please sign up EACH individual attending, even the adult. Only one adult per registration allowed in each session, please.

There are 2 identical sessions for this Storytime.  

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. 

Appointment in The Forge

1:00pm–2:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

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.

Appointment in The Forge

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
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.

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.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB)

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Teen Advisory Board (TAB)
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 typically meet the second Monday of the month 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 Miss Allison their input for new purchases for the library. Teens receive volunteer hours for all TAB events. 

No registration required.

Show, Make & Take: Easter Peeps Shelf Sitter

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on demonstration of CorelDRAW as we create a personalized Easter Peep shelf sitter!  You will be able to choose your names and label in class as we show you the design process.

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.

ABC Storytime Tuesday 10 AM

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration 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.  

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. 

Show, Make & Take: Easter Peeps Shelf Sitter

10:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on demonstration of CorelDRAW as we create a personalized Easter Peep shelf sitter!  You will be able to choose your names and label in class as we show you the design process.

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.

ABC Storytime Tuesday 11 AM

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration 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.  

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. 

K-6th Lego Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children, Tweens
Lego Club
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Children's Common Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Lego Club

K - 6th Grade Lego Club

For grades K-6th. Lego Club will be held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month between 4pm and 5 pm. Join us at the tables in the Children's Department for an hour of free building with other Lego enthusiasts.  This is a drop-in program, no registration required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

ABC Storytime Wednesday 10 AM

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration 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.  

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. 

Bunny Envelope Pillow with Lesa

10:00am–1:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Learn from Lesa, a gifted, experienced sewer and create a 16"x16" envelope pillow cover while learning basic and intermediate sewing skills.  You will go home with the knowledge to make more envelope pillows, a darling fuzzy rabbit pill

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.

ABC Storytime Wednesday 11 AM

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Storytime, ABC Storytime
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime, ABC Storytime
Registration 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.  

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. 

Bunny Envelope Pillow with Lesa

2:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Learn from Lesa, a gifted, experienced sewer and create a 16"x16" envelope pillow cover while learning basic and intermediate sewing skills.  You will go home with the knowledge to make more envelope pillows, a darling fuzzy rabbit pill

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.

A Novel Idea Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

A book club where everyone reads their own book choice based on a theme. This book club meets at 6:00 pm on the second Wednesday of the month in the South Franklin Station room.

Tween/Teen Chess Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Gaming, STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Gaming, STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play, converse, and grow! Drop in and play chess games in a friendly environment.

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.

Homeschool Crafternoon

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Homeschool Crafternoon

For elementary-aged children. On select Thursdays of each month, stop by between 1 and 2 pm to make a craft in the Children's Department. Leave when you've finished the craft, or stay and hang out with other homeschoolers! This is a drop-in program; registration is not required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

Machine Embroidery 101: Custom Tea Towel

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

This class features 1-on-1 instructions to design your own custom hand towel!  You'll learn the basics of our Brother Embroidery Machine, Brother's built-in software, and the fundamentals of hooping and stabilizing.  And, you'll leave wi

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.

Hydrangea Easy Flower Acrylic Painting with Gretchen

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Capture the beauty of blooming hydrangeas in this beginner-friendly acrylic painting class!

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.

Teen Craft Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for some crafty fun! 

For teens in grades 6th-12th. Registration is required. 

March 12th: Bath Bombs

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.

Block Party: 10 AM

10:00am–10:45am
Children
Playtime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required

Block Party

Block Party is a PA State Library STEAM initiative to encourage the use of block play for developmental and learning growth in young children. Join us for a 45 minute free play session with wooden blocks and other fun building toys. Use your hands, carefully stack pieces together, knock them down, and do it all over again! For ages 2 to 5.

Registration is required. Please only register for up to 2 sessions per month to allow more families the opportunity to participate. 

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. 

Block Party: 11 AM

11:00am–11:45am
Children
Playtime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Playtime
Registration Required

Block Party

Block Party is a PA State Library STEAM initiative to encourage the use of block play for developmental and learning growth in young children. Join us for a 45 minute free play session with wooden blocks and other fun building toys. Use your hands, carefully stack pieces together, knock them down, and do it all over again! For ages 2 to 5.

Registration is required. Please only register for up to 2 sessions per month to allow more families the opportunity to participate. 

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. 

Wooly Mug Mat wit Mary Lynn

1:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Open
Registration Required
Payment Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Have fun with Mary Lynn learning wool applique and hand embroidery stitches.  Make a cute spring mug mat to decorate a table or set your favorite cup of tea on.  All supplies will be included EXCEPT a thimble if you feel you need o

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.