April’s Theme: Queer Earth: Stories Rooted in Land, Water, and Survival. Celebrate Earth Day with a book that explores the connection between queer lives and the natural world. Choose a book by an LGBTQ+ author, featuring LGBTQ+ characters, or exploring LGBTQ+ themes that engages with landscapes, ecosystems, climate change, or humanity’s relationship with the planet. A choose-your-own-read adult book club
» Read moreDrop in for a relaxed junk journaling and collage social. Create a junk journal–style bookmark or bring your own journal to add pages and decorations while chatting with fellow crafters. This is a self-guided gathering, not a class. Supplies will be available to share, including glue sticks, torn book pages, washi tape, colored pencils, markers, magazine cutouts, scrapbook paper pieces,
» Read moreIn recognition of National Stress Awareness Month, this booth offers a space to explore everyday approaches to managing stress and building balance. A PA Department of Health representative will be available to discuss topics such as creating calming routines or noticing stress triggers. Everyone is welcome to attend. Drop in anytime—no appointment or registration needed.
» Read moreJoin 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
» Read moreJoin 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
» Read moreJoin 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
» Read moreTake charge of your financial future at the Financial Wellness Fair. Free, drop-in event. 30-minute in-person financial education sessions throughout the day. Topics include Budgeting & Managing Credit, Identity Theft and Fraud Prevention, Auto Buying 101, and Homebuyer Education. No registration required. Light refreshments provided. In partnership with UECU (formerly NEPAFCU). More info and session times available by calling the
» Read moreGet your garden off to a healthy start! Spring is the perfect time to test your soil, ensuring your plants get the nutrients they need for a thriving season. Learn why soil testing matters, how to do it, and how to interpret the results in this workshop with Penn State Extension Master Gardeners, Monroe County. Free soil testing kits are
» Read moreOur free semi-monthly BookHouse Concerts series kicks-off with its first performance of 2026 with “Jazz Legends A To Z” featuring Kahlil Kwame Bell. He is a Grammy-affiliated percussionist, composer, author, and former music educator. Get ready for an evening of music and fun! The concert occurs at our main Hughes Branch building. Admission is free and open to the public,
» Read moreThis 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 TBD.
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