Chair Cardio/Movement (Fridays) Every Friday, 2:00pm (unless otherwise specified) -- Community Room January: No class 01/02, 01/23, 01/30 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
Create Valentine’s Day Cards for Seniors: Share Some Love! Friday, January 16th, 2-4pm (drop-in) — Eisemann Room Tuesday, January 20th, 2-4pm (drop-in) – Eisemann Room Brighten a senior’s day this Valentine’s by making handmade cards (self-guided) filled with love and cheer. Your creations will be delivered along our Bookmobile route to bring smiles to local seniors. We’ll provide plenty of
Red Cross Blood Drive Saturday, January 17th, 9:30am-2:30pm -- Community Room Your lifesaving donation is needed now! Join us at Hughes Library for an American Red Cross blood drive, accepting Whole Blood and Power Red donations. Winter weather has caused a severe drop in donations, creating an emergency need for type O blood. Your Whole Blood or Power Red donation
Eastern Monroe Public Library (Hughes Library, Library of the Smithfields, and Bookmobile Services) will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Day.
Create Valentine’s Day Cards for Seniors: Share Some Love! Friday, January 16th, 2-4pm (drop-in) — Eisemann Room Tuesday, January 20th, 2-4pm (drop-in) – Eisemann Room Brighten a senior’s day this Valentine’s by making handmade cards (self-guided) filled with love and cheer. Your creations will be delivered along our Bookmobile route to bring smiles to local seniors. We’ll provide plenty of
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 5:30-7:00pm. The Campaign continues! New and experienced players welcome? Dungeonmaster Kelsey will guide you through The Forests of Time! Registration begins Monday, Jan. 5. Call Youth Services at 570-421-0800 x 305.
Color Yourself Calm: Adult Coloring (Wednesdays) Every Wednesday, 12:30pm-3:00pm (drop-in) -- Pullen Room 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
Computer Confidence Class: A Beginner’s Guide to Computers & the Internet Thursday, 1/22/2026, 2pm. 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 safely, search effectively, and get familiar with key digital tools. Perfect for
Winter Seed Sowing Workshop Thursday, January 22nd, 2pm -- Community Room *Please note this was incorrectly advertised as starting at 11am earlier. The correct starting time is 2pm. We apologize for the inconvenience.* Join us to plant seeds that thrive with cold stratification! Led by the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners of Monroe County, this beginner-friendly workshop teaches you how
❄️ 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.
❄️ 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.
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
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
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
Chair Yoga (Mondays) January: No class 01/19 Mondays, 2pm-Community Room 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
