August Programs: Paradise Lavender Farm Visit: Wednesday, August 5th from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. We had to postpone our visit from last month, but we’re still going on a field trip to Paradise Lavender Farm! We’ll do a craft and then have for a lovely stroll through a beautiful lavender field. It’s sure to be a tranquil and informative afternoon! Registration required. Email joe@poconolibrary.org or call 570-894-8860. 14 & over. Chair Yoga Class: Fridays, August 7th & 21st

Due to bad weather, our Paradise Lavender Farm Visit is postponed to Wednesday, August 5th at 10:30 am. But there's still room for this fantastic program. In this program, Linda will give a tour and will explain the lavender growing process. Plus, there will be a craft! 14 & up only. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Email joe@poconolibrary.org or call 570-894-8860 to register. We meet at the Paradise Lavender Farm's parking lot. Their address is: 5822 Paradise Valley Road Cresco, PA

Meet Bev, our experienced instructor on meditation. If you've been looking for a peaceful break in your week, consider attending one of our meditation classes. PMPL will be having mediation classes on the following Fridays at 2:30 pm: July 17th, July 31st, August 14th, and August 28th. Stress and distractions often fill our daily lives, making it hard to find moments of calm. Meditation offers a simple way to slow down, clear your mind, and reconnect with yourself. Mediation

Our experience chair yoga instructor, Linda, in action! Join our experienced and helpful yoga instructor, Linda, for chair yoga. Chair yoga can benefit anyone, and has amazing effects on seniors such as increasing flexibility and relaxation. Loose clothing is recommended. Upcoming chair yoga classes: Friday, July 10th at 2 pm Friday, July 24th at 2 pm Friday, August 7th at 2 pm Friday, August 21st at 2 pm Registration appreciated. To register, email joe@poconolibrary.org o

We’re going on a field trip to Paradise Lavender Farm for a lovely stroll through a beautiful lavender field. Linda will give a tour and a lecture on the lavender-growing process. It’s sure to be a tranquil and informative afternoon! Plus, there will be a fairy-in-the-garden teacup craft. Registration required. Rain date TBA. Adults and 14 & up. 14 & up must be accompanied by an adult. Wednesday, July 29th at 10:30 am. Call 570-894-8860 #2 or email joe@poconolibrary.org to r

If you always wanted to become a writer, the first thing to do is to join Joe on the second floor where he will show you two useful creative writing exercises to help you get words on the page and silence your inner critic. Feel free to bring your own notebook, but if you don't have one, one will be provided for you. We will not use any electronic devices. Monday, July 20th at 2:00 pm. Registration required. 14 & up.

The library will be closed on Friday, July 3rd and Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We'll be open during our regular hours on Monday, July 6th. Happy 250th, America!

Registration begins on June 22 for our annual SRP with lots of programs, events and activities! What kind of fun will kids have when they .... Unearth a Story? See more on our Kids Programs Flyers page! Anytime you see this Unearth a Story image, just click on it!

Below is a list of adult programming that we're offering during the month of July. The Summer Reading Calendar of events with children's programming will be available at our front desk beginning Monday, June 22nd. Chair Yoga Class: Fridays, June 26th, July 10th & July 24th at 2:00 pm. Join our experienced and helpful yoga instructor, Linda, for chair yoga. Chair yoga can benefit anyone, and has amazing effects on seniors such as increasing flexibility and relaxation. Loose cl

Happy Easter from the Pocono Mountain Public Library! We will be open during our regular hours on Saturday, April 4th from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Join our experienced and helpful instructor, Linda, for Chair Yoga Class. Chair yoga can benefit anyone and has amazing effects for seniors such as increasing flexibility and relaxation. Loose clothing is recommended. It’s a lot of fun, and Linda is great at showing you easier modifications of yoga poses. For questions or to register, email joe@poconolibrary.org or call 570-894-8860. Below are some upcoming dates, but keep an eye out for our website and newsletter. We’re alw

Meditation Class on April 3rd is cancelled , but we're still having Meditation Class on Friday April 17th at 2:30pm. Please stay tuned, as we plan to have more Meditation Classes and other awesome programs at Pocono Mountain Public Library! For questions or to register for future classes, email joe@poconolibrary.org

Pocono Mountain Public Library has been providing free guitar workshops for nearly a decade! Since the first workshop on April 20, 2016--Joe has been teaching guitar to all sorts of people interested in all sorts of musical genres. Music has a unique way of bringing people together, crossing generations and backgrounds. One of the most remarkable aspects of the guitar workshops is the wide age range of participants. Joe has taught teenagers just starting their musical journey

If you've been looking for a peaceful break in your week, consider attending one of our meditation classes. PMPL will be having mediations classes on Fridays March 20th and April 3rd at 2:00 pm. Stress and distractions often fill our daily lives, making it hard to find moments of calm. Meditation offers a simple way to slow down, clear your mind, and reconnect with yourself. Mediation also helps reduce stress and anxiety, improve concentration and mental clarity, enhance emot

Our Main Book Club meets on the 2nd floor of the library every 2nd Tuesday at 2:00 pm. Book Club is a great opportunity for those who love books to meet other book lovers! Email joe@poconolibrary.org or call 570-894-8860 to register and reserve a the upcoming book. Here are a few upcoming titles: Mar 10th: My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult Apr 14th: American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins May 12th: The Frozen Winter by Ariel Lawhon June 9th: The Heart Is a Lonely Hunter by Ca

Educate and empower yourself at the library! The Pocono Mountain Regional Police is visiting PMPL to present an informative lecture on the various scams affecting our community. The presentation will discuss scam tactics, how to recognize warning signs, and steps people can take to protect themselves and their personal information. Plus, there will be an opportunity to ask questions directly. Tuesday, February 17th at 2: 00pm. To register, email joe@poconolibrary.org or ca

If you love thrilling stories, unforgettable characters, and the eerie worlds created by Stephen King, there is exciting news for you. We're launching a brand new Stephen King Book Club! This club offers a unique chance to dive deep into King’s works, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow fans. We meet every fourth Thursday of the month on the second floor at 2:00 pm. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to Stephen King, this book club promises engaging discussions an

We're having book club at 11:00am on Tuesday, Dec 9th due to the Presidential visit to Mount Airy. Multiple news outlets warn of delays and road closures leading up to the President's arrival. Our regular book club is on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2:00pm.

Saturday, December 13th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Whether you want to capture a memorable photo with Santa or simply enjoy a fun afternoon with your family, this event promises to bring smiles. Your children will get to: Meet Santa Claus Get a Picture with Santa Make Fun Holiday Crafts at the Elves' Workshop Visit with Ms. Jen & Riley the Holiday READ Dog Decorate and Eat a REAL Gingerbread Cookie (made by Got Cookies) Saturday, December 13th from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. And don

Are you ready to dive into a world of suspense, fear, and psychological thrills? The Pocono Mountain Public Library invites you to join our horror book club, where we explore some of the most gripping and unsettling stories in the genre. Our next meeting will focus on "Quitters, Inc." by the legendary Stephen King, a tale that blends horror with dark humor and a chilling look at addiction and control. Whether you are a longtime fan of Stephen King or new to his work, this bo