Get ready to take your gaming skills to the next level! The Sewickley Public Library invites students entering grades 6–12 to join Level Up! Mini-Camp, a free, three-day esports clinic running Tuesday, August 5 through Thursday, August 7, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the library’s Community Room.

This exciting program is designed for teen gamers looking to sharpen their competitive edge, build healthier gaming habits, and explore what it takes to break into the world of professional esports.

Each day features guest speakers from local universities’ esports programs—including Robert Morris University, University of Pittsburgh, Pitt-Greensburg, and Point Park University—who will offer coaching tips, share their career paths, and answer participants' questions.

Daily Guest Highlights:

  • Tuesday, Aug. 5 – Travis Bolner, Director, Robert Morris University Esports
  • Wednesday, Aug. 6 – Daniel O’Connor, Head Coach, Pitt-Greensburg Esports
  • & Caleb Finamore, President, University of Pittsburgh Esports Club
  • Thursday, Aug. 7 – Chris Gaul, Assistant Director, Center for Experiential Narrative Technologies, Point Park University
  • & Caleb Knox, Captain, Rocket League Esports Team, Point Park University

Whether you're a casual gamer or a serious competitor, this clinic will help you level up your understanding of the growing esports landscape.

Attendance at all three days is encouraged but not required. Separate registration is required for each session.

Think you’ve got game knowledge to match your skills?

Wrap up your esports week with Video Game Trivia Night on Friday, August 8, from 7:00 to 9:00 PM! Form a team of 2–5 players (teens and adults welcome), level up your trivia power-ups, and compete for prizes and bragging rights. One registration per team is required—be sure to include your team name and total number of players. This fast-paced trivia showdown is open to students entering grades 6–12 and adults of any age.

Register for these programs at sewickleylibrary.org/events.

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