Library News for the Week of April 14

New Platform for Remote Printing
We are now using the Princh platform for mobile printing. Use the link provided above, or you can dowload the Princh app on your device. Reference staff can help if you have questions.

Adult Board Game Night
The library is hosting a board game night for adults on Tuesday, April 22 from 6:00 – 7:30. It will take place in the library's Community Room and it is free for all adults to attend. We will provide plenty of classic games, including Scrabble, Scattergories, UNO, chess, and our own Pictionary board. Participants are welcome to bring their own games as well. Please register by calling the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961, via the calendar tab on this website, or on our Facebook page.

Adult Craft Class – Pop-up Flower Cards
Please join us on Thursday, April 24 for our Adult Craft Class. We will be making pop-up flower cards, for Mother's Day or for any occasion. All craft supplies will be provided. We will meet at 5:30 in the Community Room, accessible from the Green Street Entrance. Please call 570-454-2961 to register. 

Children, Youth and Families Presentation
The library will be hosting guest speaker Katrina Gownley, Administrator of Children, Youth, and Families (CYF), on Saturday , April 26 at 1:00 in the Community Room. It is free for all adults to attend. The mission of CYF is to promote the safety, well-being, and permanency of all children in Luzerne County through collaboration with families and the community. Attendees will learn about the agency and the ways in which families benefit from their work. Participants are encouraged to ask questions as well. Please register by calling the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961 or by visiting the calendar tab on this website or on our Facebook page.

The Mind-Body Connection
Looking to improve your physical and mental wellbeing? The library will be hosting licensed therapist Karen Holcomb on Saturday, May 3 for a presentation on the mind-body connection. Karen will discuss ways in which participants can better understand and take control of their health. It will take place in the library's Community Room (Green Street entrance) from 1:00 - 2:00 and it is free for all adults to attend. Please register by calling the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961, by visiting the calendar tab on this website, or on our Facebook page. 

Intro to Meditation
Are you looking for a constructive way to deal with stress? Unsure if meditation can work for you because you've heard you have to empty your mind or sit completely still? Certified meditation instructor Sheila Dignazio will offer an introductory session in which she will bust some common myths about meditation and share a few basic meditation and mindfulness techniques that can help bring more balance into your life. The program will take place on Saturday, May 17 at 1:00 in the library's Community Room. Please register by calling the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961, or via the calendar tab on this website, or via our Facebook page.

April Children's Chess Night
Meet up with fellow chess players to play a game or two on Monday, April 21 from 6:00 - 7:00. We will have the rules available if you’re new to the game. This program is open to families with children of all ages. We have a few chess boards but feel free to bring your own if you don’t want to wait for a turn. Call the library’s Youth Services Department at 570-454-2961 to reserve your spot. Registration begins on Monday, April 14.