Eastern Monroe Public Library

Drop-In Fly-Tying Demo & Practice with Trout Unlimited
2026-01-26 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Drop-In Fly-Tying Demo & Practice with Trout Unlimited (Mondays)
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.

New Year Wellness Health Booth
2026-01-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
New Year Wellness Health Booth
Monday, January 26th, 1pm-4pm (drop-in) – Hughes Lobby
Celebrate International Quality of Life Month by stopping in to explore simple ways to start the year feeling your best. A PA Department of Health representative will be available to chat about topics such as building healthier routines or thinking about yearly wellness goals. We welcome anyone looking for a fresh start! Drop in anytime—no appointment or registration needed.

Healthy Eating Beyond the Scale: Guidance from GIANT’s Registered Dietitian
2026-01-26 11:00 - 12:00 | Hughes Library, 1002 North 9th Street, Stroudsburg, PA, 18360, United States
Healthy Eating Beyond the Scale: Guidance from GIANT’s Registered Dietitian
This event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Monday, January 26th, 11am – Eisemann Room
Discover smart strategies for weight wellness that go beyond the numbers. This in-person presentation by GIANT’s registered dietitian offers practical tips to help you build sustainable habits, boost energy, and feel your best—without fixating on the scale. Registration required. Call 570-421-0800 ext. 317. Register by Monday, January 19th, 2026.

Weather Closure
2026-01-26, 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!
