Thursday, October 29 from 4:30-6 pm.
Spooky Story Hour
Pumpkin painting craft with Ann Burt from ADAS.
Then Ms. Yelena will be telling spooky stories, which will get scarier and scarier. Stay for the whole hour… if you dare!
REGISTRATION FOR PUMPKIN PAINTING REQUIRED!!!!!
Join Us
Author Talk & Book Signing
with Robert Schraeder
Saturday, November 7, 2026 @ 10 AM
Join Nancy Graham’s brother-in-law, retired Air Force officer Robert Schraeder, for a special author talk & book signing! Mr. Schraeder will be discussing his debut mystery novel, Absolution.
Copies of his book can be purchased on Amazon if you wish Robert to sign a copy for you!
Free Event & No Registration Required! This event is open to adults ages 19 and up.
Monday, November 9, 2026, at 5:30 PM
Holiday Blues: Spotting AI Scams — Free Adult Workshop
Artificial Intelligence is everywhere, from social media posts and online ads to videos that look almost too good to be true. But how can you tell what’s real and what’s AI-generated? And more importantly, how can you protect yourself from online scams this holiday season?
Join us in the library multipurpose room for Holiday Blues: Spotting AI Scams, an interactive workshop designed for adults ages 19 and up!
Marketing and communications expert Emily Wolfel will help participants learn how to recognize AI-generated content and spot the warning signs of fraudulent advertisements, misleading products, doctored photos, and AI-generated videos.
What You’ll Learn
- How to identify AI-generated text, photos, and videos.
- Red flags to watch for in fraudulent advertisements and misleading product listings.
- A live demonstration using AI generation tools to show how this content is created.
- A foundational understanding of how AI works, how it’s being used today, and how it’s evolving.
This program is FREE, and no registration is required!
This program is brought to you in partnership with Northern Pennsylvania Regional College and Twocardinals Media.
Questions? Call the Library at 814-486-8011.
Monday, November 16, 2026
From 1:00-2:00PM
Christmas Book Craft
Join us as local crafty lady, Dolly Slusarick, leads a festive workshop to create a gorgeous, decorative Christmas book for display.
We’ll supply everything you need to craft a unique holiday keepsake similar to the one pictured here. Bring a friend, tap into your creative side, and make something beautiful for your holiday table!
Open to teens and adults. No Registration Required!
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Teen Art Club
Held on the 1st Thursday of each Month from 4:30-5:30 PM. Starts November 5, 2026.
Participants use our supplies to create self-led art projects. You tell us what you wanna make, and we will provide the supplies!
Open to All Ages
Cards for Troops Take-Home Craft
We invite you to stop by the library to grab a card-making kit filled with crafting supplies to create a custom holiday card for a military member serving abroad!
The cards will be included with Emporium’s Military Christmas Boxes this year.
Craft kits will be available beginning November 2, 2026 in the front foyer. And we will take completed cards through November 30, 2026
Glue sticks available upon request.
Ongoing Adult Programs
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 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.
