Crawford Connect 3/23/2026
Some weeks remind us why connection matters.
📚 FCCA Pre-K Counts Literacy Night
The Family, Children & Community Association (FCCA) is hosting a Pre-K Counts Literacy Night on March 26 from 4:30–6:30 PM at Lew Davies (1034 Park Ave, Meadville).
This free, public event is designed for young children and families. Dress in animal print and enjoy storytelling, activities, snacks, and giveaways — all centered around early literacy.
👉 RSVP here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdrkivaANsTX-GVtY29ptnO87jRVFA9rB_QLFJj4PfYwVbC_Q/viewform
👶 Community Baby Shower
On March 31 from 2–4 PM, FCCA is hosting a Community Baby Shower at 378 Chestnut Street, Meadville in collaboration with Pennsylvania WIC and community partners.
This event is open to pregnant mothers and families with children up to age 3. Attendees will have access to:
Community resources
Light refreshments
Gift giveaways and raffles
For more information or to register, call 814-337-4279.
🧠 Greatly Developed Program (Ages 18–24)
Also beginning March 31, FCCA & Family Matters are launching a 6-week program focused on young adults ages 18–24.
Participants will gain:
Job readiness skills
Resume writing support
Business interaction experience
Field trips and more
📍 Location: FCCA, 378 Chestnut St, Meadville
🕙 Meeting times: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 AM–12 PM
📞 Contact: Jackie Roberson, 814-337-4279 (Ext. 110)
Volunteer Hours Update
As of January 25, 2026 (12:39 PM), Crawford Connects has recorded:
➡️ 6 volunteer hours for 2026
It may not seem like a big number yet — but every hour represents someone choosing to show up. That’s how this builds.
Why This Matters
None of these events happen by accident.
They happen because people care enough to organize, to invite, and to create space for others. Crawford Connects is simply here to make sure more people know — and more people can take part.
Because in the end, a strong community isn’t built all at once.
It’s built one event, one hour, one connection at a time.