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Adult Services aims to provide fun, engaging and informative programs for Adult patrons (19+) of the Warren Public Library.

Our programs are made possible thanks to the generous donations made during our annual Midwinter Fundraiser.

If a program requires registration, it will be indicated below.  Registration will open 30 days in advance of the program.

If you have questions or need assistance with registering for a program, please stop by the Reference Room on the second floor of the library, call (814) 723-4650 and follow the prompts for Reference/Adult Services, or email adult@warrenlibrary.org

Spring Programs

Spring Book Bingo | March through May | Stop by the library or download the bingo card | Turn in your completed bingo card by the end of the day on Saturday, May 31 to be placed into a drawing for a $20 gift card.

Backyard Birds & Bird Feeding | Thursday, May 29, 5:00 to 7:00 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | A presentation by Katie Finch, an Audubon Nature Educator, followed by bird-related crafts led by library staff. Adults and teens are welcome. 

Color Our World 2025 Summer Reading Programs

Summer Reading Program:

Our 2025 Summer Reading Program for Adults begins on Monday, June 2, and ends on Saturday, August 30.

Stop by the Reference Room on the second floor of the library to register in person and receive a physical copy of the Summer Reading Program packet. Optionally, you can register online, and the virtual summer reading packet will be emailed to you by our Reference & Adult Services Librarian: Online Registration

Submit your completed reading logs by 5:00 pm on Saturday, August 30, to claim a handful of smaller prizes, while supplies last.  On Tuesday, September 2, all of the submitted reading logs will be reviewed by our staff, and the reader with the most minutes read for the summer will receive a $25 gift card of their choice.

We also have the Summer Program Palette. For each adult library program you attend, a staff member will mark your program palette. When you have attended five programs and your palette is full, turn it in by 5:00 pm on Saturday, August 30 to be placed into a drawing for a chance to win a $25 gift card of your choice.

Special Programs:

Summer Reading Kick-Off & Ice Cream Social | Monday, June 2, 3:30 to 6:30 pm | Slater Room | All ages welcome! Stop by for ice cream and register for our Summer Reading Program.

Bigfoot: Do You Believe? by Mike Familant | Thursday, June 5, 6:00 to 7:00 pm | Slater Room | All ages welcome! Learn about Mike’s research and experiences while tracking down North America’s most iconic cryptid. Limited seating. Seating will be first come, first seated.

Beach Glass Suncatchers Craft Class by Christine Roessler | Thursday, June 12, 5:00 to 7:00 pm | Slater Room | Registration required in person. A $10 nonrefundable cash fee per participant is due at registration. Stop by the Reference Room on the second floor of the library to register in advance. | Create a beautiful suncatcher out of beach glass, driftwood, and other materials.

Fly Fishing Program by Tom Bergstue | Monday, July 7, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | Learn how to tie your own flies, what gear is essential, how to choose the correct fly for stream conditions, and fly fishing techniques and strategy.

Felting Craft Class by Jill Sheldon | Tuesday, July 15, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | Learn the art of needle felting by making felt birds.

Trivia Night | Thursday, July 17, 6:00 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | The team leader is required to register their team. | There will be eight category rounds with eight questions in each round.

Painting Class by Kelly Hunt | Tuesday, August 19, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | Participants will paint flowers on canvas with their choice of flower color.

Monthly Programs:

Book Club | Jefferson Room | Come join our new group! Please contact us if you need assistance finding a copy of each book.

  • Tuesday, June 3, 6:30 to 7:30 pm | Book: Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
  • Thursday, July 10, 6:30 to 7:30 pm | Book: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
  • Thursday, August 14, 6:30 to 7:30 pm | Book: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson.

Chair Yoga | Jefferson Room | Registration is encouraged, but not required. Use the links below to register for the sessions that best fit your schedule. | A gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair.

Movie Nights | Slater Room | Due to our licensing we cannot advertise the movie title. Please contact us if you would like to know the title in advance. Free snacks and water will be provided.

  • Wednesday, June 11, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Runtime: 124 minutes | Rating: PG | Celebrating the 50th anniversary of a classic horror film starring Roy Scheider.
  • Wednesday, July 9, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Runtime: 116 minutes | Rating: PG | Celebrating the 40th anniversary of a classic sci-fi film starring Michael J. Fox.
  • Wednesday, August 13, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Runtime: 123 minutes | Rating: PG | A 1966 heist comedy film starring Audrey Hepburn and Peter O’Toole.

Dice & Combat | Jefferson Room | Adults and teens are welcome to learn and play a classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Free snacks and water will be provided.

  • Learn | Get help making a character sheet and practice game mechanics:
    • Tuesday, June 17, 5:00 to 6:00 pm
    • Tuesday, July 8, 5:00 to 6:00 pm
    • Tuesday, August 12, 5:00 to 6:00 pm
  • Play | Join us in our current campaign (No prior experience necessary):
    • Saturday, June 28, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
    • Saturday, July 19, 1:00 to 4:00 pm
    • Saturday, August 16, 1:00 to 4:00 pm

Game Night | Slater Room | A variety of tabletop games will be available, but feel free to bring your own. Free snacks and water will be provided.

  • Wednesday, June 25, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
  • Wednesday, July 23, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
  • Wednesday, August 27, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Arts & Crafts Club | Jefferson Room and Maker Space | Bring your own project to work on and socialize with your fellow artists and crafters.

  • Thursday, June 26, 4:30 to 6:30 pm
  • Thursday, July 24, 4:30 to 6:30 pm
  • Thursday, August 28, 4:30 to 6:30 pm

Craft Times | Maker Space | Registration required for each session. Use the links below to register for the session that works best for your schedule.