Youth Fall Programs
KIDS
Toddlers & Preschool
Lapsit Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in but space is limited.
- Hughes: Mon, 11:00 am: Sept 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 12, 19, Nov 9, 16 (NOT Oct 26, Nov 2 or Nov 23)
- Hughes: Tues, 11:00 am: Sept 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 13, 20, Nov 10, 17 (NOT Oct 27, Nov 3 or Nov 24)
- Smithfields: Tues, 9:30 am: Sept 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 20, Nov 10, 17 (NOT Oct 13, Oct 27, Nov 3 or Nov 24)
Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in but space is limited.
- Hughes: Mon, 10:00 am: Sept 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 12, 19, 26; Nov 9, 16 (NOT Nov 2 or Nov 23)
- Hughes: Tues, 10:00 am: Sept 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 13, 20, 27; Nov 10, 17 (NOT Nov 3 or Nov 24)
- Smithfields: Tues, 10:00 am: Sept 15, 22, 29; Oct 6, 20, 27; Nov 10, 17 (NOT Oct 13, Nov 3 or Nov 24)
Family Trick-or-Treat Storytime All ages. Stories & Trick-or-Treat in library. Costume optional. Walk-in.
- Hughes: Mon, Oct 26, 10:00 am
- Hughes: Tues, Oct 27, 10:00 am
- Hughes: Tues, Oct 27, 5:30 pm
- Smithfields: Tues, Oct 27, 10:00 am
Crafts for Little Ones @Smithfields Library Ages 1-5. Make a variety of crafts. Walk-in.
- Kickoff to Fall (football/sports): Wed, Sept 9, 10:00 am
- Spooky Fun: Wed, Oct 14, 10:00 am
- Odds & Ends Crafts: Wed, Nov 4, 10:00 am
Pre-K Crafts & Therapy Dog Visit 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 required. 570-421-0800 x305.
- Woodland Crafts: Thurs, Sept 17, 10:00 am (Registration begins Mon, Aug 31)
- Fall Fair Food Crafts: Thurs, Oct 15, 10:00 am (Registration begins Mon, Sept 28)
- Cozy Teddy Crafts: Thurs, Nov 19, 10:00 am (Registration begins Mon, Nov 2)
Rockin’ Tots Ages 1-5. Join us for an interactive music & movement program. Hughes. Walk-in.
- Mon, Nov 2, 10:00 am
Tiny Explorers Open Play Ages 1-3. Let your little ones explore, build, and make noise. Blocks, trucks, instruments, and more! Chat with early childhood professionals at their information table. Hughes. Walk-in.
- Wed, Nov 4, 10:00 am – Lois Elick, Community Health Nurse, PA Department of Health
- Wed, Nov 11, 10:00 am – Professional TBA
- Wed, Nov 18, 10:00 am – Professional TBA
Elementary School
Gentle Reminder Our programs are designed for an older child’s social and intellectual development. Due to limited space, we kindly ask you adhere to the grade requirements. Children must be a minimum of age 5 AND currently enrolled in grades K-5. Thank you.
STEAM Club Grades K-5. New for Fall 2026: In addition to our popular science activities, we’re excited to introduce new art-themed offerings. Hughes. Registration required. 570-421-0800 x305.
- LEGO Club: Thurs, Sept 24, 4:30-5:45 pm (Registration begins Tues, Sept 8)
- Space: Thurs, Oct 22, 6:00-7:00 pm (Registration begins Mon, Oct 5)
- Chill Crafts: Thurs, Nov 12, 6:00-7:00 pm (Registration begins Mon, Oct 26.)
Family Trick-or-Treat Storytime All ages. Stories & Trick-or-Treat in library. Costume optional. Walk-in.
- Hughes: Tues, Oct 27, 5:30 pm
Paws & Pages: Read to a Therapy Dog Ages 3-Grade 5. Read to one of our therapy dogs or just stop by for hugs and pets! Bring your own book or choose one from the library. Library provides crafts & activities while you wait. Walk-in anytime during the timeslot.
- Hughes: Tues, Sept 29, 4:30-5:45 pm
- Hughes: Tues, Nov 17, 4:30-5:45 pm
LEGO Club @Smithfields Library Grades K-5. Build with LEGO’s at your own pace. All materials provided. Please do not bring your own LEGO’s or minifigures. Registration begins Monday, Oct 19. 570-223-1881.
- Smithfields: Thurs, Nov 12, 4:30-6:00 pm
TEENS
TBA