March After School Discover
Thursday, March 13 at 5:00PM
Attention Parents & Students in Grades 4-8!
Students are invited to join Courtney Rieger from the Community Education Center for an After School Discover Day! Students will put their Communication and Design skills to work creating Leprechaun Zip Lines and competing for the pot of gold!
This program is FREE and no registration is required. For questions, contact Courtney Rieger at 814-781-3437 or courtney@communityedcenter.com.
2025 Stuffy Sleepover at the Library
Friday, March 14, 2025
From 5:00-6:30 PM
Children are invited to bring a stuffed animal to the library for a special storytime & craft! Hot cocoa & a snack will be provided. All stuffed animals will spend the night for a fun-filled adventure & sleepover! What shenanigans will your plushies get into!?!
***REGISTER EACH CHILD SEPARATELY***
SPACE IS LIMITED SO REGISTER EARLY by clicking the button below.
Please be sure to note any food allergies for participants.
*Due to the popularity of this event, we are likely to have a waitlist, if you register and later realize your child cannot attend, please contact library staff at 814-486-8011 before the program date so we can give your spot to someone else.
All stuffed animals can be picked up on Saturday, March 15, 2025 from 10 AM to 4 PM.
Flower Pot Gnomes
Monday, March 17, 2025
From 4:30-6:00 PM
Create Your Own Flower Pot Gnome – A Springtime Craft for Adults & Teens!
Spring is just around the corner, and what better way to welcome the season than by crafting your very own Flower Pot Gnome!
Join us at the Barbara Moscato Brown Memorial Library for a fun and creative craft session designed for adults and teens.
These adorable gnomes make the perfect accent for your garden, porch, or windowsill, adding a touch of whimsy to your space. We’ll provide all the supplies—you bring the creativity!
Registration is required, so be sure to secure your spot today. Register by clicking the button below or call library staff at 814-486-8011.
We can’t wait to see you there for an evening of creativity, laughter, and springtime fun!
Ongoing Adult Programs
Cookbook of the Month:
Betty Crocker Found Recipes
Join Our Cookbook Club
A Feast of Flavors Awaits!
Are you ready to embark on a delicious adventure? We invite all food lovers, home cooks, and adventurous eaters to our Cookbook Club, happening the last Saturday of every month from 12-2 PM!
How does it work? It’s simple!
- Step 1: Choose a recipe from our “Cookbook of the Month” displayed at the library Circulation Desk.
- Step 2: We’ll make a copy of it for you.
- Step 3: Whip up the dish and bring it to share at our Cookbook Club.
- Step 4: Gather with fellow foodies to savor bites, swap cooking tips, and enjoy great company!
Whether you’re a seasoned chef or just love experimenting in the kitchen, this is your chance to try new recipes, discover exciting flavors, and connect with others who share your passion for food. From hearty soups to delectable desserts, each month brings a fresh culinary theme to explore!
For more details, visit the library or contact us today at 814-486-8011. We can’t wait to taste what you create!
Book Club
The Book Club has two groups that meet monthly on Thursdays from 5-7 pm.
Book Club books are chosen by the librarian based on participant interest, requests, and book availability. Discussions are led by club members with a guide created by staff to get the group talking.
Great Ongoing Youth Programs
Check out some of the ongoing programs we’re proud to offer at the library. Through our programs, we aim to engage children and teens and help them learn through fun, educational activities.
Various children’s programs are held throughout the year. All programs are free to the public and include stories, simple games, snacks and related age-appropriate activities.
Lego & Building Club!
LEGO and Building Club. Back in Session Starting September 10!
From 3:30-4:30 pm every Tuesday. Club no longer just for building LEGOS. Participants can use the library’s LEGOS, Wooden Blocks, or STEM Kits to build whatever their imaginations desire.
No Registration Needed!
Story Hour
Library Story Hour Ages 0-4 : Story Hour sessions are held Wednesday from 10:30 – 11:15 AM. Miss Kendyl curates a story and craft session geared towards children ages 0-4 and will include a story, craft and snack. Older siblings are welcome to join. Children 2 and under must have an adult remain with them for the entire program.
Library Story Hour Ages 5-8: Story Hour sessions are held Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm. Miss Kendyl curates a story and craft session geared towards children ages 5-8 and will include a story, craft and snack. Siblings are welcome to join.
Both programs are free to all local residents. For further information about this or other Library programs, you may call the Library at 486-8011 or visit us during regular Library hours.
1,000 Book Before Kindergarten
Click on the icon to download reading logs and milestone printouts and track your child’s progress from home! Or stop by the library to pick up a reading log to get started today.
Notify us of your child’s 100, 500, and 1,000 book milestones, and we will put together great prize packs for each! And don’t forget to share your success with us on Social Media!
View Broken Promises Program
This presentation was recorded at the Broken Promises program with Author LtCol Ted Blickwedel held at Sarah Jane’s Art Studio in Emporium in August of 2022. Below you will find links to various resources discussed in the video.
BROKEN PROMISES WEBSITE
ASSOCIATION FOR COMPREHENSIVE ENERGY PSYCHOLOGY (ACEP)
FREE COUNSELING SERVICES FOR VETERANS
WHISTLEBLOWERS OF AMERICA
View Author James Baumgratz program
This presentation was recorded at the James Baumgratz book signing program on “Murders & Mysterious Deaths in the Pennsylvania Wilds” here at the library in February 2022.
View author Betty Riegel’s reading at the library
If you missed our recent book signing event. Click on this video to hear Betty Riegel read an excerpt from her book “Up in the Air” chronicling her time as a PanAm stewardess in the 1960s. The book is available for checkout or purchase at the library now.
Partnership Program
Museum Adventure Pass Program from The PA Lumber Museum
Choo! Choo! All aboard! Buford the Buck and his Woodland Pals want to invite you to stop by at the library to check out the Lumber Industry Display!
You’ll find books on the Pennsylvania lumber industry, Pennsylvania railroads, the Civilian Conservation Corps, and Pennsylvania wildlife!
Stop by the library to learn more about the Museum Adventure Pass Program brought to you by The Pennsylvania Lumber Museum located on the scenic US Route 6!
The PA Lumber Museum prides itself on using fun and educational experiences to 1. enlighten guests on the rich history of Pennsylvania’s lumber industry and 2. show the importance of forest conservation. The Visitor’s Center includes tons of interactive exhibits both inside and outside. This even includes a re-created 20th Century lumber camp and a locomotive! Plus, there are plenty of picnic areas and even a nature trail.
Now, you and your family can use the Museum Adventure Pass Program to gain access to the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum and it’s exhibits for FREE! All you need is a valid and active library card! So stop on by the library to learn more about the program and museum! Please see one of our library staff for more details and requirements.
