Eastern Monroe Public Library

Weather Closure
2026-01-25 | PA
❄️ Winter Weather Closure – Access EMPL Online!
Due to hazardous winter weather conditions, all Eastern Monroe Public Library locations — including the Hughes Library, Library of the Smithfields, and Bookmobile services — will be closed Sunday 1/25 & Monday 1/26 for the safety of our community and staff. All library programs and community meetings scheduled for today are also cancelled.
Even though our buildings are closed, EMPL is always open online!
Here are some great ways to stay informed, entertained, and connected from home:
📚 Borrow eBooks & Audiobooks
Access thousands of titles through Libby / OverDrive. All you need is your library card to download books, audiobooks, and magazines instantly.
🎥 Stream Movies & TV
Use Hoopla to enjoy films, documentaries, kids’ shows, and more—free with your library card.
🧠 Online Learning & Research
Explore our digital resources for tutorials, language learning, genealogy, homework help, and research databases. Perfect for students and lifelong learners.
👧 Learning Tools for Kids
Access Brainfuse, BookFlix, and additional digital resources that support reading and learning for kids.
❓ Need Help?
Email the reference desk at reference@monroepl.org to reach out with any questions about your account or our digital resources. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Stay warm, stay safe, and enjoy exploring everything EMPL has to offer—right from home!
