Youth Spring Programs

Printable Kids’ Schedule

Special Weekend Event

A Galaxy Far, Far Away Family Event with the 501st Legion Garrison Carrida All ages. Enjoy crafts, interactive games, and epic photo opportunities with legendary galactic characters. Meet members of the 501st Legion, an international, all-volunteer organization known for bringing the Empire to life while giving back to their communities. Walk-in.

  • Hughes: Saturday, April 25, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.

Toddlers & Preschool

Lapsit Ages 1-2. Siblings welcome. Books, songs, & activities. Walk-in but space is limited.

  • Hughes: Mon, 11:00 a.m.: Mar 2, 9, 16, 30, Apr 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 (NOT Mar 23, Apr 6)
  • Hughes: Tues, 11:00 a.m.: Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12 (NOT Apr 7)
  • Smithfields: Tues, 9:30 a.m.: Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 (NOT May 12)

Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5. Siblings welcome. Stories, songs, & simple craft. Walk-in but space is limited.

  • Hughes: Mon, 10:00 a.m.: Mar 2, 9, 16, 30, Apr 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11 (NOT Mar 23, Apr 6)
  • Hughes: Tues, 10:00 a.m.: Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12
  • Smithfields: Tues, 10:00 a.m.: Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Apr 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 (NOT May 12)

Rockin’ Tots Ages 1-5. Join us for an interactive music & movement program. Hughes. Walk-in.

  • Mon, March 23, 10:00 a.m.

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, March 4, 10:00 a.m.
  • Wed, April 22, 10:00 a.m. (Lois Elick, Community Health Nurse, PA Department of Health, Outdoor Safety)
  • Wed, May 13, 10:00 a.m. (Megan Gearhart, Speech Therapist, ECD Connections; Michelle Hiller, Occupational Therapist, Sunshine Therapeutic Services)

Earth Day Crafts@Smithfields Library Ages 1-5. Make a variety of crafts. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields: Wed, April 22, 10:00 a.m.

Special Storytime: C. Well Bunny Goes to School Ages 3-5. Meet puppet, C. Well Bunny, who will teach you about eye health & safety. Optional free vision screening. Presented by Sights for Hope. Hughes. Walk-in.

  • Tues, April 7, 10:00 a.m.

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.

  • Paint Party (dress accordingly): Thurs, March 12, 10:00 a.m. (Registration begins Mon, Feb 23.)
  • Spring (some paint involved): Thurs, Apr 9, 10:00 a.m. (Registration begins Mon, Mar 23.)
  • Bees in the Garden: Thurs, May 14, 10:00 a.m. (Registration begins Mon, Apr 27.)

Crafts@Smithfields Library Ages 1-5.Make a variety of crafts. Walk-in.

  • Smithfields: Tues, May 12, 10:00 a.m.

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 currently be enrolled in grades K-5. Thank you.

STEM Club  Grades K-5. A variety of science activities. Hughes. Registration required. 570-421-0800 x305.

  • STEM Kits*: Thurs, March 19, 6:00 p.m. (Registration begins Mon, Mar 9.) *Safe Monroe will have information about body safety (consent for hugs, high fives, etc.)
  • Titanic: Thurs, Apr 16, 6:00 p.m. (Registration begins Mon, Mar 30.)
  • Flight: Thurs, May 7, 6:00 p.m. (Registration begins Mon, Apr 20.)

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. Make crafts while you wait. Walk-in.

  • Hughes: Thurs, March 26, 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

Teens

Coming soon!