Union County library events for May

Union County, Pa. — The Union County Library System, which includes the Public Library for Union County in Lewisburg, Herr Memorial Library in Mifflinburg, and West End Library in Laurelton, is hosting the following events in May.

All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library, or registering online. For additional information, visit the UCLS website .

The Public Library for Union County

Adult/Teen Programs

• Mah Jongg Club

Tuesdays: 1-3:30 p.m.

Anyone interested in playing the American version of the ancient Chinese tile game are welcome to socialize and play.

• English as a Second Language

Monday, May 6, 13, and 20: 12:30-2 p.m.

Jeanne Crago, ESL Instructor from the Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit, will help students of any language background with conversation, pronunciation, reading, and writing skills in English. Students of all levels are welcome.

• Introduction to the Basics of Spanish

Thursday May 30: 6-7 p.m.

Led by experienced educator Linda Kander, these sessions will provide opportunities to learn and practice vocabulary for everyday use and travel, beginning with basic conversational phrases for meeting, greeting, and general information. Register to attend by calling 570-523-1172, visiting the library or registering online.

• Introduction to the Basics of Italian

Thursday, May 9, 16, and 23: 7-8 p.m.

Led by experienced educator Linda Kander, these sessions will provide opportunities to learn and practice vocabulary for everyday use and travel, beginning with basic conversational phrases for meeting, greeting, and general information.

• New Parent Group

First Saturday of each month: 10-11:30 a.m.

Join us the first Saturday of each month for an informal meet up led by Doula Tasha Hall. Connect with fellow new parents and parents-to-be and discuss the joys and challenges of new parenthood.

• The Next Chapter Book Club

Monday, May 13: 6-7 p.m.

Join fellow book lovers every second Monday of the month to discuss all things books! Each meeting the group will pick a new book to read and discuss.

• Piecemakers Quilt Guild of Susquehanna Valley Lewisburg

Monday, May 20, 10 a.m to 4 p.m.

Join members of the Quilting Guild for a day of quilting, sewing, and needle work. Bring your own materials. Those looking to attend all day are permitted to bring a bagged lunch and are responsible for the clean-up.

• Intro to Microsoft Word

Monday, 22: 6-7 p.m.

Learn from Technology Coordinator Jeff Seebold how to use templates, insert pictures, edit page settings, and more in Microsoft Word.

• Grief Support Group

Thursday, May 9: 6-7 p.m.

For anyone who has ever experienced a significant loss of a loved one or friend. Join Donna Miller, Bereavement Coordinator, as she helps guide you through the healing process.

• Master Gardeners — PA Native Plants

Monday, May 20: 6:30-8 p.m.

Join the Snyder County Master Gardeners to learn about plants native to our great state of Pennsylvania.

• Flora Fyster Poetry Reading

Thursday, May 2: 6:30-8 p.m.

Join Flora Eyster, a poet and graduate of Bard College, as she shares poems from her new CD "Ave: 51 Poems with Riffs Messing with Maria." The featured poems are adorned by original sounds and piano from Flora’s years of composing and collecting acoustic sounds.

• All Things Books Facebook Group

Ongoing

Join our Facebook group page where patrons can share what they are currently reading, make recommendations, chat about favorite authors, join in book discussions, and more! Find the group at Facebook.com/groups/plucbooks.

• Women's Empowerment

Tuesday, May 14: 6:30-8 p.m.

Join Master Nathan Morgan, from Burns Tae Kwon Do, and Outreach Coordinator Tracy Strosser, from Transitions of PA, as they teach ways to stay safe and recognize the warning signs of a potentially dangerous situation.

• Memorial Day Stars — Take Home Craft

Tuesday, May 21: During library hours

Celebrate Memorial Day with some patriotic fun! Stop by the Library to pick up supplies to make red, white, and blue stars. First come, first serve, while supplies last.

• Teen Readers Club

Tuesday, May 21: 3:30-5 p.m.

Do you absolutely love books and reading? Then come join other teen readers as we discuss some of our favorite books and genres!

• Embark Book Club: Feed the Mind, Nourish the Soul

Tuesday, May 21: 16-7 p.m.

Join Yoga Therapist Dawn Shawley and others for enriching conversations based on yoga-related and other inspirational books to deepen self-understanding and to live intentionally and well. Each meeting will open with a few minutes of grounding, breath awareness, and may include light movement, to be followed by discussion. This month's book discussion will be "Rooted: Life at the Crossroads of Science, Nature, and Spirit" by Lyanda Lynn Haupt.

Feel free to try the practices and bring questions or reflections! Participants are responsible for getting their own copy via the library or purchase. Prior reading of the book is not required but is preferred. Hot tea will be provided and participants must bring their own travel mug or thermos.

Children's Programs

• Baby Storytime

Friday, May 3, 10, and 17: 11-11:30 a.m.

A storytime based on the “Mother Goose on the Loose” program, which shows that children learn best through routine and repetition in a nurturing environment. Learn songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and simple ASL signs. For ages 0-2.

• Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 8, and 15: 9:30-10 a.m.

Join for an in-person storytime with books, songs, rhymes, finger plays, and simple ASL signs. For ages 1-2.

• Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, May 7 and 14: 10-11 a.m.

Join Miss Alicia to sing songs, read books, and learn some simple ASL signs centered around a different theme each week. For ages 3-5.

• National Fitness Day

Saturday, may 4: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Come to the Exploratorium and take apart some old electronics! Use the provided tools and explore the world inside. Ages 7 to 12, no registration required.

• Culture and Cuisine Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Monday, May 6: 4-6 p.m.

Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexican American culture. Join in games, stories, music, and making tacos. For ages 6-12.

• Planting in the Rain Garden

Tuesday, May 14: 4-5:30 p.m.

Explore the wonders of spring with Miss Alicia! Watch spring come alive, create a nature journal, and enjoy nature-themed activities. For ages 2-13 years old.

• Watercolor Painting

Saturday, May 18: 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Get creative with watercolor paints! Learn a few new techniques and have fun. For ages 5-12

• Storytime with Bentley and Sawyer

Thursday, May 2 and 9: 10-11 a.m.

Enjoy listening to stories with service dogs Bentley and Sawyer during this open storytime for toddlers and preschoolers.

• Lego Night

Tuesday, May 7: 4-7 p.m.

Leave your blocks at home, bring your imagination, and build with Legos. For all ages.

• Adventures with STEM

Monday, May 20: 5-6:30 p.m.

Jump into a summer of adventure by joining the Library in some fun building challenges! For ages 7-12.

• Sewing Saturday

Saturday, May 11: 12:30-4 p.m.

Come to the library and make an item to take home. Materials are provided. For ages 9 and up.

Herr Memorial Library

Programs for all ages

• Monthly STEM Activity

During library hours

Pick up a STEM Activity for children and adults at the library.

Adult/Teen Programs

• Digital Literacy Classes

Open hours Monday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Tuesdays, 1-6 p.m. By appointment — call to schedule.

Learn computer and internet basics through free one-on-one sessions with trained library staff.

• Special Stitches Group

Wednesdays: 10-11 a.m.

Join knitters and crocheters of all skill levels. Enjoy friendly conversation and share tips and tricks as you work on your latest project. An instructor is on hand to teach knitting basics for beginners. The library has a supply of yarn and needles.

• Intro to Microsoft Word

Monday, 22: 6-7 p.m.

Learn from Technology Coordinator Jeff Seebold how to use templates, insert pictures, edit page settings, and more in Microsoft Word.

• Novel Thoughts Book Club

Thursday, 4: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

First Thursday of the month

Join fellow book lovers and discuss a new book each month.

• Young Adult Writers Group

Final meeting Thursday, May 2: 3-4 p.m.

Attendees will grow confidence, be encouraged, connect with other local writers, have writing time in group setting, and offer critiques. For ages 12-18.

• Adult Writers Group

Thursday, May 2 5-6 p.m.

Grow confidence in your writing skills, receive encouragement, and connect with other local writers. There will be time to write in a group setting and offer critiques to other participants.

• Homeschool Curriculum Sale

Saturday, May 4: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Come to sell, stay to shop! Sell your homeschool kits, books, equipment, classes, and more! Free entry to shop.

• Cell Phone Bingo — Teens/Tweens

Monday, May 6: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

What’s on your phone? Use it to win! For grades 6-12.

• Volunteer Day

Friday, May 10: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Herr Memorial Library needs you! Visit the Library on the first Friday of the month to lend a hand or call to learn about other ways that you can contribute. Volunteers will receive a voucher for a free coffee or cookie from Gable House Bakery!

• Beginner Quilting Class

Tuesday, May 14 and 28: 1-3 p.m.

Learn basic quilting skills while making a 36” x 50” lap robe quilt. One block at a time.

• Dungeons and Dragons: Beginner's Quest — Teens/Tweens

Monday, May 13: 3:30-5 p.m.

Learn basic character design, roles, and strategy. Then join the adventure for a quick quest. For grades 6-12

• School's Out Celebration — Teens/Tweens

Monday, May 20: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Enjoy free time, games, and snacks in the Teen Space for the final Monday night teen program this school year. For grades 6-12.

• Virtual Meetings

Tuesday, May 21: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Learn how to create, host, and participate in virtual meetings via Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

• Genealogy Club

Tuesday, May 28: 4-5:30 p.m.

Research your family tree and get pointers about researching genealogy online.

A visitor from the Union County Historical Society will be present to share information about their resources and how they can assist with your family history search.

Children's Programs

• Preschool Discovery Storytime

Wednesday, May 1, 8, and 15: 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join a weekly story time with Ms. Sheila for children 2-5 years of age and their parent/caregivers. Crafts, games, and hands-on activities are provided to reinforce the theme and engage the children in creative play and learning.

• Go Fly a Kite

Saturday, May 4: During library hours

Decorate and build your own kite. Supplies are limited.

• Read with Seneca and Cassandra

Tuesday, May 14: 4-6 p.m.

Meet the library’s new furry friends Seneca and Cassandra! Children can practice reading their favorite books to therapy dogs.

• Make and Take Spring Crafts

Thursday, May 9: During library hours

Celebrate Spring! Pick up a craft to take home, or stay and make it at the library.

• Sand Art

Saturday, May 25: During library hours

Can’t go to the beach for the long weekend? Stop by the Library and make a sand art bottle.

West End Library

Adult Programs

• Book Outreach

Selection of books available at the Millmont and Laurelton post offices.

• Intro to Microsoft Word

Tuesday, May 14: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Learn from Technology Coordinator Jeff Seebold how to use templates, insert pictures, edit page settings, and more in Microsoft Word.

• Mah Jongg

Friday, May 10, 17, and 31: 1-3 p.m.

Mah Jongg is a game of skill, strategy, and calculation and involves a degree of chance. No experience is needed. An instructor is on hand to teach newcomers this tile-based game.

• West End Readers

Thursday, May 9: 6-7 p.m.

Connect with fellow book lovers as they discuss "The Lions of Fifth Avenue" by Fiona Davis. Each month our group will select and discuss a new book.

• Cooking with Friends

Thursday, May 30: 6-7 p.m.

Bring a dish to share.

• Basic Crochet

Saturday, May 11: 10 a.m. to noon

Learn to crochet! Bring your own size 7, 8, or 9 crochet hook. We have a good supply of yarn at the Library. If you want to bring your own yarn, please make sure it is 4-ply knitting worsted in solid color. For ages 8-adult. Class size is limited.

Children's Programs

• Craft of the Month — Grogu (the child) Stick Puppet

Month of May: During library hours

Children may pick up a take-home kit to make a Grogu stick puppet. A glue stick or school glue is needed to assemble the puppet. For ages 3-12. One kit per child, supplies are limited.

• Preschool Story and Activity Time!

Tuesdays, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Join us each week for our in-person storytime that includes a weekly theme with read-aloud stories, age-appropriate activities and crafts, musical instruments and songs. Adults are offered a take-home paper with theme-related crafts, rhymes, snacks, and suggested getting ready for kindergarten activities. For children up to age 5 along with a parent/caregiver. Parents must stay with children during class.

• Reading with Maverick

Saturday, May 25: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Children can read their favorite books to our certified therapy dog, Maverick. One child is allowed at a time. To sign up for a 15-minute time slot, call the library at 570-922-4773.