Ages 1-3. Let your little ones explore, build, and make noise. Blocks, trucks, instruments, and more! Chat with our early childhood professionals: Megan Gearhart, Speech Therapist, ECD Connections and Michelle Hiller, Occupational Therapist, Sunshine Therapeutic Services. Hughes. Walk-in.
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 at our Hughes Branch's 2nd floor, and stay for as long as you like. Settle in
This book club meets at our flagship Hughes branch on the second Wednesday of every month at 1:00 pm. Members attend in-person in our 1st-floor Board Room. This month’s selection of the BookTalk Book Club is Kazuo Ishiguro's Klara and the Sun.
You asked, we answered. Join us for an evening edition of our popular book swap event! Bring a book, take a book – to keep! Drop in at our Hughes Branch anytime during the event. Only books in gently used condition will be accepted. Note: This is a book swap for adults and books will be mostly for adult readers
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, Apr 27. 570-421-0800 x305.
New to computers—or feeling out of practice? Build confidence with the essential skills you need to navigate today’s digital world. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to use a computer, browse the internet, and get familiar with basic computer and internet tasks. Perfect for true beginners or anyone wanting a friendly refresher. Laptops and mice are provided for practice.
“Pure Air in the Poconos” Workshop (two session options!) Thursday, May 14th, 2pm-4pm - Community Room Thursday, May 14th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Community Room “Pure Air in the Poconos” is a partnership among the Center for Collaborative Heat Monitoring, Sanofi, and Pocono Mountains United Way. The goal of the project is to engage community members in participatory science to learn more
“Pure Air in the Poconos” Workshop (two session options!) Thursday, May 14th, 2pm-4pm - Community Room Thursday, May 14th, 5:30pm-7:30pm - Community Room “Pure Air in the Poconos” is a partnership among the Center for Collaborative Heat Monitoring, Sanofi, and Pocono Mountains United Way. The goal of the project is to engage community members in participatory science to learn more
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
Enjoy a free concert in our continuing BookHouse concert series, this one featuring Danny Grae, a charismatic entertainer with a rich, versatile voice performing Broadway, standards, country, rock & roll, and more. Joined by Phill Carollo on guitar, Danny delivers a fun, engaging show—he’s also known as the library’s energetic chair Zumba instructor! Refreshments available for a small cost; donations
The Friends of Eastern Monroe Public Library will pause accepting donations May 17–June 24, 2026 to prepare for upcoming book sales. Last day to donate: Saturday, May 16 by 5 PM. Donations resume: Thursday, June 25. No donations accepted during this period, no exceptions. Items left outside or in the book drop cannot be accepted. Outside of the pause period,
In this one-hour weekend session, Luz will guide you through a calming rainforest-themed meditation, incorporating gentle breathing and grounding techniques to help you relax and reconnect as we ease into the Spring season. Optional, but you’re encouraged to bring a yoga mat or chair cushion, a blanket, and yoga blocks and straps. Registration is requested, but walk-ins are welcome. Call
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
Chair Yoga returns! 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),
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
