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
Enjoy Steel Magnolias, the beloved comedy-drama directed by Herbert Ross. Set in a small Louisiana town, the film celebrates the enduring friendship of a close-knit group of women who share laughter, love, and life's challenges at Truvy's beauty salon. Featuring an acclaimed ensemble cast, the film stars Sally Field, Dolly Parton, Shirley MacLaine, Julia Roberts, Olympia Dukakis, and Daryl Hannah.
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 for as long as you like. Settle in for peaceful solitude or connect
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 Emily St. John Mandel's Station Eleven.
Take some time to get creative with a guided black-and-white paper rose craft led by a librarian. We'll use recycled book pages and black construction paper to create paper flowers with a striking, gothic-inspired look. Add an optional black construction-paper stem to make flowers for a small bouquet, create a single flower to decorate a card, or make flowers to
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.
Understanding Medicare can be confusing, but you don't have to navigate it alone. Join Pennsylvania Medicare Education and Decision Insight (PA MEDI), Pennsylvania's official Medicare counseling program, for a free Medicare 101 presentation. Learn about Medicare eligibility, enrollment, costs, coverage options, prescription drug plans, appeals, Medicare Savings Programs, and more. You'll also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn
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
In recognition of World Alzheimer’s Month, stop by our informational booth hosted by Dementia Friendly PA to learn more about Alzheimer’s and dementia, including awareness, understanding, and support. Drop in anytime — no appointment required!
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 you break a sweat, even from the chair! All movements are adaptable—Luz demonstrates modifications for different abilities, so
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
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
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), and a yoga
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
Led by local creator and educator Robin G., participants will explore anthotyping using found materials and plants to create an image on paper or fabric. Anthotyping is a photographic process that uses plant-based mixtures that react to sunlight, creating images through exposure to the sun.Craft may involve messy hands. Depending on the weather, we may also head out onto the
