Adult Services aims to provide fun, engaging and informative programs for Adult patrons (19+) of Warren Public Library.
Our programs are made possible thanks to the generous donations made during our annual Midwinter Fundraiser.
If you have questions or need assistance with registering for a program, please stop by the Reference Room, call (814) 723-4650 and follow the prompts for Reference/Adult Services, or email [email protected]
January Programs
New Year, New You Reading Challenge | Stop by the Reference Room on the 2nd floor of the library to pick up your participation sheet or download one here. Turn in your completed sheet by Friday, January 31, 2025 for a chance to win a $25 gift card of your choice.
Movie Night: Hugo (2011) | Wednesday, January 8, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Free snacks and water will be provided | Runtime: 126 minutes | Rating: PG | Synopsis: A young orphan named Hugo Cabret lives in a train station in 1930s Paris and tries to repair a mechanical man built by his father. Eventually, Hugo befriends a filmmaker and his goddaughter, who help him understand the mystery of his dad’s invention. | Cast: Ben Kingsley, Sacha Baron Cohen, Asa Butterfield, Chloe Moretz, and Ray Winstone.
Big Read Book Discussion: The Bear by Andrew Krivak | Thursday, January 9, 12:30 to 1:30 pm and 6:30 to 7:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration is required in person to receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last).
Chair Yoga | Monday, January 13, 5:30 to 6:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration encouraged, but not required | A gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair. Increase flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Good for anyone who sits a lot!
Snowman Felting Craft by Jill Sheldon | Tuesday, January 14, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Seats are limited—registration required | Learn the art of needle felting by making your own snowman.
Chair Yoga | Thursday, January 16, 12:30 to 1:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration encouraged, but not required | A gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair. Increase flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Good for anyone who sits a lot!
Trivia Night | Thursday, January 16, 6:00 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Registration required (online only) | There will be eight rounds with eight questions each. Each round is a different subject/category.
Dice & Combat Society | Saturday, January 18, 1:00 to 3:00 pm | Slater Room | Adults and teens are welcome to join us in playing a classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Free snacks and water will be provided.
Game Night | Wednesday, January 22, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | A variety of tabletop games are available, but feel free to bring your own games. Free snacks and water will be provided.
Fiber Arts Club | Thursday, January 23, 4:30 to 6:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Bring your own project to work on and enjoy socializing with your fellow artists. Knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, weaving, macrame, rug hooking, spinning, needle felting, etc. are all welcome. We have sewing machines, an ironing board, an iron, and some supplies available upon request. Please do NOT bring any messy crafts! Any craft involving paint, glitter, dye, clay, etc. are NOT permitted in the Jefferson Room.
February Programs
Movie Night: An Affair to Remember (1957) | Wednesday, February 5, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Free snacks and water will be provided | Runtime: 119 minutes | Rating: TV-G | Synopsis: A man and woman meet and fall in love while aboard an ocean liner en route to New York. They agree to meet at the top of the Empire State building in six months to resume their romance provided they’ve both ended their current respective relationships. Remake of the 1939 classic “Love Affair.” | Cast: Cary Grant, Deborah Kerr, Richard Denning, Cathleen Nesbitt, and Matt Moore
Master Gardeners | Saturday, February 8, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | Details coming soon!
Chair Yoga | Monday, February 10, 5:30 to 6:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration encouraged, but not required | A gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair. Increase flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Good for anyone who sits a lot!
Chair Yoga | Thursday, February 13, 12:30 to 1:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration encouraged, but not required | A gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair. Increase flexibility, strength, and body awareness. Good for anyone who sits a lot!
Game Night | Wednesday, February 19, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | A variety of tabletop games are available, but feel free to bring your own games. Snacks and water are provided.
Fiber Arts Club | Thursday, February 20, 4:30 to 6:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Bring your own project to work on and enjoy socializing with your fellow artists. Knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, quilting, weaving, macrame, rug hooking, spinning, needle felting, etc. are all welcome. We have sewing machines, an ironing board, an iron, and some supplies available upon request. Please do NOT bring any messy crafts! Any craft involving paint, glitter, dye, clay, etc. are NOT permitted in the Jefferson Room.
Dice and Combat Society | Saturday, February 22, 1:00 to 3:00 pm | Slater Room | Adults and teens are welcome to join us in playing a classic fantasy tabletop role-playing game. Free snacks and water will be provided.
Open Craft Times | Monday, February 24, 12:30 to 1:30 pm and 5:30 to 6:30 pm | Maker Space | Seats are limited. Registration required. | Bring your own craft project to work on or make one using our supplies.
Book Discussion: Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange | Thursday, February 27, 12:30 to 1:30 and 6:30 to 7:30 pm | Jefferson Room | Registration is required in person to receive a free copy of the book (while supplies last).
Past Programs
