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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 Fundraiser.

If a program requires registration, it will be indicated below.  Registration will open 30 days in advance of the program and close 24 hours before 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

Upcoming Programs for Adults

Reading Challenge:

Reading America Challenge: Part One (1776-1900). Join us in celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary by reading about American history from 1776 to 1900 through historical fiction, nonfiction, primary sources, and biographies. Check out our book display for suggestions. You may also read about Pennsylvania and Warren County history for this challenge.

This reading challenge will run from Monday, March 2, to Saturday, May 30.

Keep track of every minute you read. You can enjoy books as well as different types of media such as audiobooks, graphic novels, and podcasts; and primary sources such as historical newspapers and archival materials. Visit our Reference Room for primary source materials.

Please email adult@warrenlibrary.org if you would like to join this reading challenge digitally.

Participants must turn in their reading logs by 5:00 pm on Saturday, May 30 to be placed into the prize drawing for a gift card.

Stay tuned for part two of this challenge in the Fall.

Special Programs:

DIY Pressed Flower Bookmarks for Seniors 55+ | Tuesday, April 21, 1:00 to 3:00 pm | Beckley Room | Join us for a fun craft and learn how LIFE-NWPA may be able to help you stay living in your own home. This activity is free to all who participate with no obligation to enroll in LIFE-NWPA.

Seed to Supper: Class #1: Starting with Healthy Soil | Tuesday, April 21, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | There is still time to register for this course. Attend this first class to fill out an application with the Master Gardeners. | The other four classes will be held on May 12, May 26, June 23, and July 21. Students of this course will learn about planning a garden, planting a garden, maintaining a garden, and harvesting a bounty.

Skywarn Training Class | Wednesday, April 29, 5:30 to 7:30 pm | Slater Room | Registration required | Learn the basics of thunderstorm development, identifying severe weather features, how to report severe weather and what should be reported, and basic weather safety. This class is free of charge and is being sponsored by the Warren County Emergency Management Agency.

Melt and Pour Soap Class | Monday, May 11, 12:00 to 1:30 pm | Slater Room | Advanced registration is required in person. A $15 non-refundable cash fee is due at registration. | Each participant will make two bars of soap to take home.

Monthly Programs:

Book Club | New members must register in advance (use the links below) and read and sign a copy of the group guidelines.  Let’s discuss the selected books from 6:30 to 7:30 pm in the Jefferson Room on the following dates:

Chair Yoga | New attendees must sign a Waiver of Liability.  Registration is encouraged, but not required (use the links below). | Join us in the Jefferson Room for a gentle practice where we will stay seated or use the aid of a chair on the following dates/times:

    Craft: Spring Trees | Registration required (use the links below). | Join us in the Maker Space to create a spring tree with watercolors and paper quilling.  All supplies will be provided free of charge.

    Genealogy Club | Discover your family history and share research strategies with your fellow genealogy enthusiasts. | New members must register in advance (use the links below) and read and sign a copy of the club guidelines. | We will be meeting in the Reference Room from 6:00 to 7:00 pm on the following dates:
    • Monday, April 27
    • Monday, May 18
    • Starting in June, the Reading Warren History Group will be absorbed into this club to become the Genealogy & Local History Club.

    Movie & Discussion | Due to our licensing, we cannot advertise the movie titles. Contact us if you would like to know the titles in advance. | Join us in the Slater Room from 5:00 to 7:30 pm on the following dates:

    • Wednesday, May 6 | Rating: PG | Runtime: 119 minutes | Synopsis: Orson Welles co-wrote, directed, produced, and starred in this 1941 mystery/drama film.
    • Wednesday, June 17 | Rating: PG-13 | Runtime: 127 minutes | Synopsis: A 1993 adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and written by Michael Crichton.
    • Wednesday, July 8 | Rating: G | Runtime: 141 minutes | Synopsis: A 1972 historical musical drama based on the 1969 Broadway musical of the same name.
    • Wednesday, August 12 | Rating: PG | Runtime: 115 minutes | Synopsis: A 1981 action-adventure film directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Harrison Ford.

    Reading Warren History Group | This is an active shared reading group using books and archival materials to further research and understand Warren County history. | New members are required to register in advance (use the links below) and read and sign a copy of the group guidelines. Join us in the Jefferson Room from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on the following dates:

    Writers Group | New members are required to register in advance (use the links below) and read and sign a copy of the group guidelines. | Are you a writer or aspiring writer? Would you like support from fellow writers?  Join us in the Jefferson Room from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on the following dates: