Eastern Monroe Public Library

Sunday Sit & Stitch
2026-09-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join a friendly, come-as-you-are gathering of fellow makers where you can bring your current project, chat, share ideas, and enjoy a relaxed creative atmosphere. This is a social meet-up, not a class, but you may find others who practice the same craft and are happy to lend an ear, offer a hand, or swap tips. All crafts are welcome—just bring your own supplies. For adults, but ages 14+ welcome. No registration needed; drop in anytime. We meet first and third Monday afternoons (3pm-5pm) and Second Sunday afternoons (1pm-3pm)!

Preschool Storytime
2026-09-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in but space is limited.

Lapsit
2026-09-14 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-21 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-22 11:00 - 11:30 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in but space is limited.

Drop-In Fly-Tying Demo & Practice with Trout Unlimited
2026-09-14 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-09-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Watch fly-tying demonstrations and try your hand at this traditional craft with John from Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited! Drop by the Hughes Library lobby most Mondays, 1-4pm (see calendar for dates) to admire both classic and unique examples of fly tying patterns, learn techniques, and practice tying. All flies created will be donated to VALOR to support veterans with fly fishing. No experience or registration required. Please note this program is intended for adults, but ages 14+ welcome. Due to sharp materials and dexterity required, we cannot allow ages 14 and under.

Chair Yoga
2026-09-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-21 14:00 - 15:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join our Chair Yoga sessions for a yoga-focused class suitable for all levels. Yoga classes include breathing exercises, movement exercises, meditation, and more. All movements are adaptable—Luz provides instructions and modifications for different abilities, so you can participate entirely on the chair, partially off, or fully off the chair if comfortable.
Please bring water, a towel (optional), and a yoga mat if you plan to move partially or fully off the chair. Bringing yoga blocks or straps, if you have them, is recommended. Space is limited to 50 participants, first-come, first-served. Arrive early—doors close promptly at 2:00 PM, and no late entries are allowed.

Lapsit @Smithfields
2026-09-15 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-09-22 09:30 - 10:00 | Smithfields Branch Library, 5200 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302, United States

Preschool Storytime @Smithfields
2026-09-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Smithfields Branch Library, 5200 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA, 18302, United States

Word Play Social: Scrabble, Bananagrams, Word Puzzles, & More!
2026-09-15 13:30 - 16:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Unwind, stretch your brain, and enjoy a relaxed afternoon of word-friendly fun! Come solo, invite a friend, or meet someone new—everyone is welcome. Try our selection of Scrabble, Bananagrams, and other word-themed games, or bring your own favorites. And whether you prefer a quieter puzzle moment or simply don’t want to play a board game solo, we’ll have plenty of crosswords and word search print outs just in case. This is a self-guided, drop-in program—stay the whole time or stop by whenever you like. No registration required.

Anthotyping Workshop: Nature’s Photography (Adult Craft)
2026-09-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Led by local creator and educator Robin G., participants will explore anthotyping using found materials and plants to create an image on paper or fabric. Anthotyping is a photographic process that uses plant-based mixtures that react to sunlight, creating images through exposure to the sun.Craft may involve messy hands. Depending on the weather, we may also head out onto the patio. As with all Adult Crafts, the focus is on creativity and fun—not perfection. All supplies will be provided. For adults, ages 18+ only.

Registration required. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 to register. Registration opens Monday, August 24th at 9am. Limited space.

Color Yourself Calm: Adult Coloring
2026-09-16 12:30 - 15:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for Color Yourself Calm, a relaxing, self-guided coloring session for adults of all abilities. All materials are provided—including colored pencils, crayons, markers, and a variety of coloring sheets—though you’re welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Drop in anytime during the session and stay for as long as you like. Settle in for peaceful solitude or connect with others in a calm, creative atmosphere. Unwind, recharge, and enjoy a soothing break in your day!

Adult Book Swap: Bring a Book, Take a Book
2026-09-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Come to our popular book swap event for adults! Bring a book, take a book – to keep! Drop in anytime during the event, stay for a while or just pop in. Ambient music and adult coloring will be provided. Only books in gently used condition will be accepted. Note: This is a book swap for adults and books will be for adult readers with occasional young adult selections. Remaining books will be donated to the Friends of Eastern Monroe Public Library. For adults, but ages 16+ welcome. Please bring no more than 10 books to swap. No entry before 2pm.

Registration helpful for planning but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317.

Free Evening Classic Film: Labyrinth (1986)
2026-09-16 17:30 - 19:15 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
A special evening event! Enjoy Labyrinth, the beloved cult classic fantasy adventure created by Jim Henson. A perfect way to embrace the season, with its whimsical creatures, magical world, and spooky atmosphere. The film follows teenage Sarah as she journeys through the labyrinth to rescue her baby brother Toby from the Goblin King, played by David Bowie. The film stars David Bowie, Jennifer Connelly, Toby Froud, Shelley Thompson, and Christopher Malcolm. Rated PG for parental guidance. Shown with closed captions/English subtitles. Doors open at 5pm.

Pre-K Crafts & Therapy Dog Visit: Woodland Crafts
2026-09-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Ages 3-5. Join us for fun as you create a variety of crafts. Plus, enjoy a special visit from our therapy dogs! Hughes. Registration begins Mon, Aug 31. 570-421-0800 x305.

September Health Awareness Booth
2026-09-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
September includes several observances, and this booth offers a connected look at food safety, healthy aging, and heart-friendly habits that support daily wellbeing. A PA Department of Health representative will be available to chat about topics such as safe cooking, staying active with age, or keeping cholesterol in check. All community members are invited to participate. Drop in anytime—no appointment or registration needed.

Email Basics Class: Communicate with Confidence Online
2026-09-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
New to email or need a refresher? This beginner-friendly class will teach you how to create and manage an email account, send and receive messages, and attach files with ease. We’ll also cover how to organize your inbox and recognize common email scams to help keep your information safe. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to build confidence using email in everyday life. Laptops and mice are provided for practice. Registration required – space is limited. To register, call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 or visit the Hughes Library Information Desk. Registration opens September 1st.

Kaleidoscope Book Club
2026-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
September’s theme is Dark Academia & Scary Thrills Get into the fall spirit with horror, gothic tales, mystery, thriller, dark academia, or anything atmospheric and unsettling featuring LGBTQIA+ themes. Kaleidoscope is a choose-your-own-read adult book club on third Thursdays celebrating LGBTQ+ authors, characters, and stories with a new theme each month. Choose any title that fits the theme, whether from our suggested list online or your own pick. For additional theme details and suggested reads, visit monroepl.org/kaleidoscope-book-club.

To join the email list or request the Zoom link, email programming@monroepl.org.

Chair Cardio/Movement
2026-09-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join our Chair Cardio sessions for a heart-pumping, full-body movement class open to all levels. Each week features different exercises and movement styles—mixing it up between boxing, tai chi, balletone, strength/balance work and more. It will get your blood flowing and make you break a sweat, even from the chair! All movements are adaptable—Luz demonstrates modifications for different abilities, so you can participate fully on the chair, partially supported, or off the chair if comfortable.
Bring water, a towel (optional), and a yoga mat if you plan to move partially or fully off the chair. Class is limited to 50 participants, first-come, first-served. Arrive early—doors close promptly at 2:00 PM, and no late entries are allowed.

Sit & Stitch Session
2026-09-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join a friendly, come-as-you-are gathering of fellow makers where you can bring your current project, chat, share ideas, and enjoy a relaxed creative atmosphere. This is a social meet-up, not a class, but you may find others who practice the same craft and are happy to lend an ear, offer a hand, or swap tips. All crafts are welcome—just bring your own supplies. No registration needed; drop in anytime. For adults, but ages 14+ welcome. We meet first and third Monday afternoons (3pm-4:30pm) and Second Sunday afternoons (1pm-3pm)!

Community Dementia Awareness Training
2026-09-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Join us for a one-hour educational session to better understand dementia and learn practical ways to support loved ones living with the condition. Led by a specially trained Dementia Champion from Dementia Friendly PA, this informative session will provide clear, compassionate guidance and everyday strategies that can make a meaningful difference. Free and open to the community.

Registration required. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317 to register. Registration opens Monday, August 24th at 9am.

Free Cognitive Screens by Physical Therapy at St Luke’s (drop-in)
2026-09-22 11:30 - 13:30 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
St. Luke’s University Health Network will be on site in our lobby to answer questions and provide cognitive screenings. Knowledge and screenings help identify early signs of cognitive decline, enabling timely interventions and care to improve overall brain health. No appointment needed.
