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
Ideas to write about are everywhere—places you've been, objects you've collected, people you know, and the experiences that shape your life. With published author and workshop facilitator Victoria Marie Lees, you'll learn how to find inspiration through photographs, newspaper articles, online posts, and everyday life. She'll help you brainstorm and gather ideas to write about, then offer questions and techniques
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 2 happy to lend an ear, offer a hand, or swap tips. All crafts are welcome—just
Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in but space is limited.
Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in but space is limited.
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
Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in but space is limited.
Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in but space is limited.
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
Get into the Halloween spirit with Young Frankenstein, the iconic and hilarious comedy directed by Mel Brooks. The film follows an American grandson of the infamous Dr. Frankenstein as he travels to Transylvania and discovers the secret process that can reanimate a dead body. Featuring a memorable ensemble cast, the film stars: Gene Wilder, Peter Boyle, Marty Feldman, Madeline Kahn,
Ages 1-5. Make a variety of crafts. Walk-in.
Join us for Color Yourself Calm in our Hughes upstairs Pullen Room, 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
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 Ariel Lawhon's Frozen River.
Wednesday, Oct. 14, 5:30-6:30. Build your own straw rocket launcher to keep. Test your launcher and the library’s for accuracy and distance. Registration begins Monday, Sep. 21. Call Youth Services at 570-421-0800 x 305
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, Sept 28. 570-421-0800 x305.
