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Appointment in The Forge

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.

3d printing demo

3D Printing Demo with Mary Frances

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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:

Discover the creative possibilities of The Forge and 3D printing with a demonstration of our Prusa 3D Printers!

If registering multiple participants, you must register each person.

Spring Egg Floral Arrangement

Spring Awakening Egg Floral Arrangement with Mila

Wednesday, April 1, 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:

Come learn from professional florist Mila to create a LIVE floral centerpiece in a handmade egg shaped vessel to adorn your Easter table.

Spring Egg Floral Arrangement

Spring Awakening Egg Floral Arrangement with Mila

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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:

Come learn from professional florist Mila to create a LIVE floral centerpiece in a handmade egg shaped vessel to adorn your Easter table.

CorelDRAW options

CorelDRAW Workshop

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Learn CorelDRAW to create a custom glass plate, journal, or slate coasters.

Please use the "Special Notes" section to let us know what you plan to work on so that we can prepare for your appointment. 

Perspective

What's Your Perspective Drawing Class with Gretchen

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

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Makerspace

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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 beginner-friendly course is designed to introduce you to the essential principles of perspective drawing, step by step.  Even if you've never studied perspective before, you'll quickly see how these techniques can unlock a while ne

CorelDRAW options

CorelDRAW Workshop

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Makerspace, STEAM, Technology Class, Workshop

Age Group:

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

Learn CorelDRAW to create a custom glass plate, journal, or slate coasters.

Please use the "Special Notes" section to let us know what you plan to work on so that we can prepare for your appointment. 

Laser Demo

Laser Engraving Demo

Wednesday, April 8, 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:

See how our laser engraver can be used to customize items such as a glass plate, slate coasters or journals.

Block Print

Musical Melody: A Linoleum Block Mixed Media Printing with Gretchen

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:30pm
The Forge Makerspace at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Makerspace

Age Group:

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

Mixed Media is the basis for a vibrant print collage.  Participants will transfer a musical instrument drawing or template onto a linoleum block. You will use hand tools to carve the linoleum block and apply ink with a brayer.&nbsp

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Appointment in The Forge

5:00pm–6:00pm
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

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Full
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.

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. 

Cricut Design Space Workshop: Infusible Ink Tote Bags

10:00am–1:30pm
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:

Did you receive Cricut as a holiday present and feeling a bit overwhelmed? Come learn about Cricut's Design Space software to use Cricut.

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. 

Teen Forge Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Makerspace
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: The Forge Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Makerspace
Registration Required
Event Details:

Teens! Join us each month for a different themed craft or activity in The Forge, Cranberry Library’s makerspace.                

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.

4th Thursday Book Club

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Book Club
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Meets at 10:00 AM on the fourth Thursday of each month in the South Franklin room.

Laser Engraving Demo

10:00am–12:30pm
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:

See how our laser engraver can be used to customize items such as a glass plate, slate coasters or journals.

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.

Machine Embroidery 101: Custom Tea Towel

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Full
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.

Family Board Game Night (Sensory Friendly Time)

5:30pm–6:00pm
Children
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend a fun-filled (or maybe competitive) night at the library gaming with your family.  Bring your favorite game to play and share with other families, or use one of ours. 

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. 

Family Board Game Night

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Gaming
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend a fun-filled (or maybe competitive) night at the library gaming with your family.  Bring your favorite game to play and share with other families, or use one of ours. 

 

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: 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. 

Appointment in The Forge

10:00am–11:00am
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Full
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.

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. 

Appointment in The Forge

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
Makerspace
Full
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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

11:00am–11:15am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

11:15am–11:30am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

11:30am–11:45am
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

11:45am–12:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

12:00pm–12:15pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

12:15pm–12:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

12:30pm–12:45pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Come As You Are Crafternoon: My Gift, My Way

12:45pm–1:00pm
Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A calm, creative Crafternoon designed especially for children and adults with special needs — and a moment of rest for caregivers presented by Growing Together: The Friendship Factory

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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 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.