Youth Programs

2026 Summer Program Schedule

Printable Kids’ Program Schedule

Smithfields Lapsit Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Wednesdays at 9:30 am: June 17, July 1, July 15, & August 5

Smithfields Storytime Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Wednesdays at 10:00 am: June 17, July 1, July 15, & August 5

Ice Dino Excavation (and more!) Outdoor Event Ages 2-Grade 5. Join us for a variety of dinosaur-themed activities. May include water balloons so dress accordingly! Walk-in. If there is inclement weather, the event will be rescheduled to the rain date. See www.monroepl.org or the EMPL Facebook page.

  • Smithfields Library: Tuesday, June 9, 11:00 am    (RAIN DATE: Thurs, Jun 11, 11:00 am)

Once Upon an Orchestra Ages 3-entering Grade 5. Listen to a short story accompanied by the violin and piano. Learn about the orchestra & finish with a simple craft. Presented by the NEPA Philharmonic. Sponsored by Community Foundation of Monroe County. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, June 15, 10:00 am

Science Heroes: Digging It! Ages 3 & up. Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that’s all around us! Storytelling combined with live science experiments. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Tuesday, June 16, 10:00 am
  • Hughes Library: Thursday, June 18, 1:00 pm

Rockin’ Tots Ages 1-5. Join us for an interactive music & movement program. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, June 22, 10:00 am

Alien Encounters Entering Grades 2-5. Uh oh! The library has been contacted… by aliens! Join us for games & activities that are out of this world. Registration begins Monday, June 8. 570-421-0800 x305.

  • Hughes Library: Wednesday, June 24, 1:00-2:30 pm

Tea Rex Party Ages 2-entering Grade 1. Join us for a dinosaur-themed tea party. Crafts & activities. Fancy tea party attire is encouraged. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Tuesday, June 23, 10:00 am
  • Hughes Library: Thursday, June 25, 1:00 pm

Family Storytime with Miss Shannon: Jungle Stories Ages 1-5. Stories, songs & simple craft. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, June 29, 10:00 am

Paint & Sip and Visit from the Therapy Dogs Ages 2- entering Grade 5. Paint a ceramic figurine & sip on a refreshing beverage. Registration begins Monday, June 22. 570-421-0800 x305.

  • Smithfields Library: Tuesday, July 7, 10:00 am (sorry, no dogs at this location)
  • Hughes Library: Thursday, July 9, 1:00 pm

Family Storytime with Miss Gigi: Food Stories Ages 1-5. Stories, songs & simple craft. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, July 13, 10:00 am

Odds & Ends Art Ages 3 & up. Get creative at this open-ended craft program where we bring out our leftover art supplies & you make anything you can imagine. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Tuesday, July 14, 1:00-3:00 pm

Didgeridoo Down Under: Australian Musical Entertainment Ages 3 & up. An energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, storytelling, & audience participation. Learn about and listen to the didgeridoo, Aboriginal Australians, & the Outback. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Thursday, July 16, 10:00 am
  • Hughes Library: Thursday, July 16, 1:00 pm

Rockin’ Tots Ages 1-5. Join us for an interactive music & movement program. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, July 20, 10:00 am

Dino BINGO with Tina Rex Ages 3 & up. Interactive dinosaur-themed BINGO with special guest, Tina Rex. Win prizes. A light snack will be served. Walk-in but space is limited.

  • Hughes Library: Thursday, July 23, 1:00 pm

Dinosaur Expedition Adventure: Featuring Paleontologists Mike & Roberta Ages 3-entering Grade 5. Learn about fossils, the work of a scientist, dig up a dinosaur bone, explore the mini museum & see an Albertosaurus skull. Registration begins Monday, July 13. 570-421-0800 x305.

  • Smithfields Library: Monday, July 27, 10:00 am
  • Hughes Library: Monday, July 27, 1:00 pm

Backpack Blast Entering Grades 2-5. Get ready for back-to-school by creating fun accessories to personalize your backpack. Registration begins Monday, July 13. 570-421-0800 x305.

  • Hughes Library: Thursday, July 30, 1:00 pm

Family Storytime with Miss Shannon: Ocean Creatures Ages 1-5. Stories, songs & simple craft. Walk-in.

  • Hughes Library: Monday, August 3, 10:00 am

Brightstar Touring Theatre Presents… Dino Academy: A Dinosaur Discovery Show Ages 3 & up. Uncover fascinating dinosaur facts with this show featuring life-like, colorful dinosaur puppets. A blend of science, storytelling & imagination in the style of your favorite nature program. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields Library: Tuesday, August 4, 10:00 am
  • Hughes Library: Thursday, August 6, 1:00 pm