Texas Hold'Em Poker Learning Sessions Mondays, April 7th thru May 5th, 1pm - 3pm – Board Room Join us for Texas Hold'Em Poker learning sessions led by Annette from TOALC! This class provides a fun and social environment to learn the basics of poker. Registration is highly recommended; walk-ins are allowed only if space permits. To register, call 570-421-0800 ext.
Chair Yoga (Mondays) Every Monday, 2:00pm (unless otherwise specified) -- Community Room April: No Monday class on 4/21 Join our chair yoga sessions, open to all skill levels. Please dress comfortably, bring water, and feel free to bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited to 50 participants, available on a first-come, first-served basis. As we prioritize the health
Word Play Social Tuesday, April 29th, 1:30pm- 4:00pm (drop in) -- Pullen Room Join us for a fun and social word game gathering every fourth Tuesday from 1:30pm to 4pm at Hughes Library. Whether you're an experienced player or new to the games, drop in anytime during the event. Use one of the provided Scrabble, Bananagrams, and other word
Join us for Color Yourself Calm every Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm in the Pullen Room for a relaxing coloring session open to all ages and abilities. This self-guided event provides all the materials you need, including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and various coloring sheets. You can drop in at any time during the session, stay for as
Words & Film Sunday Matinee @ EMPL proudly presents "The Yellow Rose" In recognition of Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Words & Film Sunday Matinee presents “Yellow Rose”. This film is the timely story of a Filipina teen from a small Texas town who fights to pursue her dreams as a country music performer while having to
Texas Hold'Em Poker Learning Sessions Mondays, April 7th thru May 5th, 1pm - 3pm – Board Room Join us for Texas Hold'Em Poker learning sessions led by Annette from TOALC! This class provides a fun and social environment to learn the basics of poker. Registration is highly recommended; walk-ins are allowed only if space permits. To register, call 570-421-0800 ext.
Our flagship branch’s book club meets on the first Tuesday of every month. We offer hybrid meetings, so for your convenience you can attend in person on our 2nd floor or on your device via Zoom. This month’s selection of the Hughes United Book Club (HUB) is Thao Thai’s Banyan Moon. An e-book and e-audiobook copy of this title are
Color Yourself Calm (Wednesdays) Every Wednesday, 12:30pm-3:00pm (drop-in) -- Pullen Room Join us for Color Yourself Calm every Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm in the Pullen Room for a relaxing coloring session open to all ages and abilities. This self-guided event provides all the materials you need, including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and various coloring sheets. You can
Retirement Workshop Wednesday, May 7th, 5:30pm – Eisemann Room Join us for an informative workshop led by a banking professional where you'll learn how to estimate retirement expenses, explore saving and planning strategies to boost your savings at any age, compare different types of retirement plans, and set personalized retirement goals. Please register: call 570-421-0800 ext. 317.
Powerpoint for Beginners Thursday, 05/08/2025, 2pm Learn the basics of creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint, including adding text, images, and slides. Comfort with computer basics or smartphone/tablet required. Registration is required – space is limited. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 or stop by the Hughes Library's Information Desk to register.
Our Smithfields Library Branch’s Omnivorous Readers Book Club (ORB) provides a unique and fun book club experience. Rather than everyone reading the same book, each member chooses your OWN selection related to the month's theme (which is chosen by the previous meeting's attending members)! Sharing what we all read is an excellent way to find out about books you may
Health Booth: Lyme & Tick Borne Illnesses Friday, May 9th, 1pm-4pm (drop-in) – Hughes Lobby This May, stop by our free health booth hosted by a representative from the Pennsylvania Department of Health! Learn about Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses—how to prevent them, recognize the symptoms, and protect yourself and your loved ones as we head into the warmer
Chair Cardio/Movement (Fridays) Every Friday, 2:00pm (unless otherwise specified) -- Community Room May: No Class Friday, May 16th and Friday, May 30th Join our chair cardio/movement sessions, open to all skill levels. Please dress comfortably, bring water, and feel free to bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited to 50 participants, available on a first-come, first-served basis. As we
Intro to Birding (for Adults!) Saturday, May 10th, 2pm – Community Room With PEEC as our guide, discover the essentials of birding just in time for Spring. Learn how to identify species, understand bird behavior, and more. Birding is a relaxing, rewarding way to connect with nature and sharpen your observation skills. Ages 14+ welcome. Please register: call 570-421-0800 ext.
The Pocono BookTalk Book Club is gathering in-person at the Pocono Township Library Branch. This month’s selection has yet The Husbands, by Chandler Baker. The meeting starts at 2:00 pm. Please call the library at (570) 629-5858 or email ptl@monroepl.org for more information. New members are always warmly welcomed!
Evening Chair Zumba® with Danny Grae Tuesday, May 13th, 5:30pm – Community Room Discover the joy of Chair Zumba with Danny, a seated adaptation of the popular Zumba dance fitness program. Enjoy an upper body workout perfect for all fitness levels, plus it’s low impact! Don’t worry - you’ll still break a sweat! Adaptable for wheelchair users. Registration requested; walk-ins
Color Yourself Calm (Wednesdays) Every Wednesday, 12:30pm-3:00pm (drop-in) -- Pullen Room Join us for Color Yourself Calm every Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm in the Pullen Room for a relaxing coloring session open to all ages and abilities. This self-guided event provides all the materials you need, including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and various coloring sheets. You can
Introduction to the Library Catalog & Overview of Library Services Thursday, 05/15/2025, 2pm This class will teach you how to search for books, audiobooks, and other resources using the library catalog. You'll also learn about the many services offered by the library. Registration is required – space is limited. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 or stop by the Hughes Library's Information
BOOKHOUSE proudly presents... The Homegrown String Band Traditional and Original Acoustic Roots Music Friday, May 16th, 2025 at 7:00 pm, with doors opening at 6:30 pm “The spirit of The Carter Family is alive and well in this Rocky Point quartet” – Brian Fostervold, “Shout Brother Shout” With a repertoire of traditional and original music inspired by the sounds of rural
Chair Yoga (Mondays) Every Monday, 2:00pm (unless otherwise specified) -- Community Room May: No class Monday, May 12th and Monday, May 26th Join our chair yoga sessions, open to all skill levels. Please dress comfortably, bring water, and feel free to bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited to 50 participants, available on a first-come, first-served basis. As we
Color Yourself Calm (Wednesdays) Every Wednesday, 12:30pm-3:00pm (drop-in) -- Pullen Room Join us for Color Yourself Calm every Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm in the Pullen Room for a relaxing coloring session open to all ages and abilities. This self-guided event provides all the materials you need, including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and various coloring sheets. You can
Free Weekday Matinee Film: Philomena Wednesday, May 21st, 2:00pm -- Community Room Starring Judi Dench and Steve Coogan! This emotional and comedic journey is just right for the days after Mother’s Day. A world-weary journalist helps a woman search for the son she was forced to give up decades ago after living in a convent. Rated PG-13 for language, themes,
Google Docs for Beginners Thursday, 05/22/2025, 2pm Learn how to create, edit, and share documents using Google Docs, a free and accessible online word processor. Comfort with computer basics or smartphone/tablet required. Registration is required – space is limited. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 or stop by the Hughes Library's Information Desk to register.
Thursday, May 22nd, 6pm – Community Room Turn kitchen scraps into garden gold – with worms! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the basics of composting with worms (vermicomposting) and build your own micro worm bin—about the size of a salad container—perfect for your countertop, windowsill, or basement. It’s a small start with a big impact! Adults only (18+). Registration
Chair Cardio/Movement (Fridays) Every Friday, 2:00pm (unless otherwise specified) -- Community Room May: No Class Friday, May 16th and Friday, May 30th Join our chair cardio/movement sessions, open to all skill levels. Please dress comfortably, bring water, and feel free to bring your own yoga mat. Space is limited to 50 participants, available on a first-come, first-served basis. As we
Red Cross Blood Drive Saturday, May 24th, 9:30am-2:30pm -- Community Room Join us for a vital blood drive hosted by the American Red Cross at Hughes Library. Both Power Red and Whole Blood donations will be accepted. Registration is required—call 1-800-RED CROSS or visit redcross.org/rapidpass to schedule your appointment and help save lives.
Tick Info. Booth w/ PA Tick Research Lab Saturday, May 24th, 10am-2pm – Hughes Lobby Got tick questions? Learn how to identify ticks, prevent bites, and understand the diseases they can carry. Public health assistants from the Northeast Wildlife DNA Lab will be on hand with expert info. You can also find out how to submit ticks for testing—results are
Word Play Social Tuesday, May 27th, 1:30pm- 4:00pm (drop in) -- Pullen Room Join us for a fun and social word game gathering every fourth Tuesday from 1:30pm to 4pm at Hughes Library. Whether you're an experienced player or new to the games, drop in anytime during the event. Use one of the provided Scrabble, Bananagrams, and other word game
The Pocono Township LitLovers Book Club is Black Cake, by Charmaine Wilkerson, this month. For your convenience, this meeting will be held both in-person and virtually through Zoom, whichever you prefer. The Zoom invitation will be emailed to you beforehand. You can email our Pocono Township Branch at ptl@monroepl.org for an invitation and further information. New members are always warmly
Color Yourself Calm (Wednesdays) Every Wednesday, 12:30pm-3:00pm (drop-in) -- Pullen Room Join us for Color Yourself Calm every Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 3:00 pm in the Pullen Room for a relaxing coloring session open to all ages and abilities. This self-guided event provides all the materials you need, including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and various coloring sheets. You can
Library Board Game Night Wednesday, May 28th, 4:00pm - 8:00pm -- Eisemann Room Join us for fun and games, meet new people, and bring your favorite tabletop games! (Or try ours!) Drop by anytime between 4pm and 8pm. Open to all, ages 14+. No experience required and all skill levels welcome.
Intro to Computers & the Internet Thursday, 05/29/2025, 2pm This class introduces basic computer and internet skills, including navigating web browsers, searching online, and understanding basic digital tools. No prior computer experience needed. Registration is required – space is limited. Call 570-421-0800
Calling all word lovers, puzzle fans, and clue-solvers! Join us at Hughes Library on Friday, May 30 AT 11 AM to 1 PM in the Eisemann Room for a crossword social – a casual and creative crossword hangout. We’ll kick things off with a warm-up puzzle to get the brain buzzing, then work together to solve a summery, feel-good group
