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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.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, February 18, 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.

Embroidery 101 Flyer

Machine Embroidery 101: Custom Tea Towel

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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 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

Intro to Pi

Intro to Raspberry Pi with Ron

Thursday, February 19, 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 you heard about the Raspberry PI? It is a credit card sized computer that debuted in 2012 for $35. Thirteen years and millions sold later, the Raspberry Pi is the most popular single board computer in the world.

CorelDRAW options

CorelDRAW Workshop

Friday, February 20, 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. 

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Chapter Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children
Book Club
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

This month's book is Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar.

Chapter Book Club

We will discuss a book, learn together, and participate in story inspired activities. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk to read before the book club meets. Open to  children in grades 1st-4th. Registration is required. 

 

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. 

Spring Crafty Day

11:00am–1:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Spring is in the air!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

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.

Appointment in The Forge

4:00pm–5:00pm
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

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
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.

3D Printing Demo with May Frances

10:00am–11:30am
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:

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.

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.

Spring Play Date (Sensory Friendly Time)

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Playtime
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a fun day of free play with a variety of toys and games for all ages.                                     

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

Spring Family Play Date

12:00pm–2:00pm
Infants, Children
Playtime
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station Meeting Room
Age Group: Infants, Children
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

Bring the whole family for a fun day of free play with a variety of toys and games for all ages.                                     

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying adults

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

Movie Matinee

12:00pm–2:00pm
Children, Adults
Movie
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on select Fridays throughout the year for a special  movie matinee. Bring a bagged lunch or snack and enjoy the show!  This month’s selection is The Wild Robot.

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. 

Board Gaming Club

1:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Gaming
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station South Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Join us to play a different board game each month! 

You do not need to know how to play the game beforehand -- just drop in and have fun! Meets the first Wednesday of every month at 1:30 pm. 

Tween Craft Night

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

Join us for some crafty fun with Perler Beads!

For tweens in grades 4th-6th. Registration is required.

 

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.

Tail Waggin Tutors 6:00-6:20 PM

6:00pm–6:15pm
Children
Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Elementary-aged children can practice reading with one of our dog tutors! First Thursday of each month between 6pm-7pm. Registration required for a 20-minute reading session. 

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.

Tween/Teen Easter Egg Night

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

Join us for a night of “egg”-cellent fun! We will be decorating and eating (candy) eggs! 

 

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.

Tail Waggin Tutors 6:20-6:40 PM

6:15pm–6:30pm
Children
Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Elementary-aged children can practice reading with one of our dog tutors! First Thursday of each month between 6pm-7pm. Registration required for a 20-minute reading session. 

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.

Tail Waggin Tutors

If you arrive 10 minutes after your start time, your tail waggin tutor spot may be forfeited. 

Tail Waggin Tutors 6:40-7:00 PM

6:45pm–7:00pm
Children
Other
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Other
Registration Required

Tail Waggin' Tutors

Elementary-aged children can practice reading with one of our dog tutors! First Thursday of each month between 6pm-7pm. Registration required for a 20-minute reading session. 

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.

Tail Waggin Tutors

If you arrive 10 minutes after your start time, your tail waggin tutor spot may be forfeited. 

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Cranberry Public Library
Description:

Good Friday 

Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Cranberry Public Library

Infant Storytime 10 AM

10:00am–10:45am
Infants
Storytime, Infant Storytime
Upcoming
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
Upcoming
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. 

First Editions Book Club

12:30pm–1:30pm
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 12:30 PM on the first Monday of the month in the South Franklin Station room. Copies of the title are available at the Circulation Desk.

Registration is not required.