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Tinkercad

Intro to Tinkercad with Craig

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 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
Event Details:

Learn from 3D print enthusiast, Craig, as he shows you how to design in Tinkercad; an easy to learn, free 3D design and modeling software from Autodesk.  You will learn

Watercolor Bookshelf

Watercolor Bookshelf with Gretchen

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:00pm - 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:

Calling all booklovers and book clubs: come paint a lovely watercolor bookshelf!

Seeds of Revolution

Planting the Seeds of Revolution: Western Pennsylvania's Important Role Leading Up to the Revolution

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Franklin Station North Meeting Room at Cranberry Public Library

Program Type:

Informational Talk

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Informational Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

Western Pennsylvania played a critical role in the colonies in the decades before the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

Appointments in The Forge Flyer

Appointment in The Forge

Wednesday, April 29, 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, April 29, 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, April 29, 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, April 29, 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.

Mother's Day Paint A Long

Mother's Day Bouquet: An Acrylic Paint-A-Long with Gretchen

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 12:30pm - 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:

Retired art teacher Gretchen will guide you step-by-step to create a beautiful acrylic spring bouquet that you can keep for yourself or give to an important person in your life!

Uncle Sam door hanger

Uncle Sam Door Hanger with Amy

Friday, May 1, 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:

Join Amy for fun and creative crafting!  You will paint a beautiful wooden Uncle Sam door hanger that you will be proud to display or give a gift.  This class includes everything you will need from the wooden sign, paint, glue, and

Beginning Sewing

Beginning Sewing with Lesa

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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
Payment Required
Event Details:

In this introductory class, you'll learn the fundamental skills of machine sewing, guided step-by-step through the process.  From understanding the different parts of a sewing machine to mastering the straight stitch.  This course

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Planting the Seeds of Revolution: Western Pennsylvania's Important Role Leading Up to the Revolution

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Informational Talk
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Informational Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

Western Pennsylvania played a critical role in the colonies in the decades before the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

Period Party

6:00pm–7:00pm
Children, Tweens
Informational Talk
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station South Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Informational Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get practical, age appropriate guidance to help you navigate your period with confidence. We’ll cover what’s normal, what’s not, and how to manage common challenges.

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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. 

Jayson Kowinsky Book Talk

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Informational Talk
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cranberry Public Library
Room: Franklin Station North Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Informational Talk
Registration Required
Event Details:

Local author Jayson Kowinsky will present his latest book, First Female Fossil Hunter: The Life and Legacy of Mary Anning, a story of fossils, history, and resilience along England's Jurassic Coast.