Library Corner

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There is something new and exciting happening at The White Haven Area Community Library. Jen Casper, an Intuitive Healer, will facilitate an open discussion on the metaphysical on Tuesday, May 16 at 6 p.m. At this gathering, you will be encouraged to share your metaphysical experiences. Registration is required prior to the event, and there is a $10 fee. Register in person at the library or call 570-443-8776. When you register, there will be a sheet to submit any questions you may have for discussion.

Don’t forget to mark your calendar for the first ever White Haven Trout Festival, hosted by Western Pocono Trout Unlimited. This great event will include workshops, displays, presentations, guest speakers, activities for kids, & of course, food. Admission will be free. Tents with displays and vendors will be outside in the Rail Yard Park with more activities inside too. Lots of family fun. It is scheduled for Saturday June 3 from noon to 5 p.m.

There are always lots of children’s programs scheduled. Be sure to check out the White Haven Library Facebook page for events and sign ups.

If you are interested in volunteering at the library, we would love to meet you. There are a variety of opportunities available for you to share your skills and experience. Please call 570443-8776 or stop in during library hours.

Please remember to check The Library Corner as well as the library Facebook page to see what we have planned for our community to enjoy.

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Lots of events are planned for April and May at the Weatherly Area Community Library.

To register for any of the events, call the library at 570-427-5085.

May 5 - Storytime - 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register for Storytime to assure enough crafts will be available. Limit of 24 children. This was originally scheduled for May 12; there will be no Storytime on May 12.

May 13 - 9 a.m. Yoga with Amanda Neidlinger, River Run Healing Arts. This program is for all ages and levels of yoga. Bring a mat or a beach towel. Register by Friday, May 12.

May 19 - 7 p.m. Lynn Hoffman will return to the library to address topics suggested in January when he and his wife, Robin, came to the library to speak about the local Lenape Native American Indians. Chief Little Wolf (Lynn Hoffman) of Lehigh Township, Weatherly, will answer questions asked during his first discussion on the history of the Lenape tribe who lived in this area long before any white man set foot in North America. He is knowledgeable about the Delaware Indian trail that crosses this area, and the efforts of the Wyoming Trail Council to retain as much of the ancient culture of Native American ancestors as possible.

This informative program is geared toward adults. Interested students are welcome as well. Anyone interested in learning more about the cultures and traditions, ceremonies, and language of the Native American people who lived and still live in northeast Pennsylvania is welcome to attend even if you did not attend the previous presentation in January.

May 20 - 10 a.m White Table Program sponsored by the American Legion Auxiliary in Weatherly for children and families. America’s White Table is a little-known tradition to the outside civilian world. The White Table originated during the time of the Vietnam War as a symbol for and remembrance of service members held prisoner of war or missing in action. Solitary and solemn, it is the table where no one will ever sit. Members of the Auxilary will be on hand to read stories to children, including, “The Poppy Lady” to help children understand the importance of honoring veterans and the symbol of the poppy flower to help honor and remember soldiers.

Lunch and Learn: Senior scam prevention

Some criminals specifically target seniors for their vulnerabilities, tricking them into fraudulent schemes that cost their life savings. Join Heritage Hill Senior Community and guest presenter Pennsylvania State Trooper Anthony Petroski for a free seminar on “Senior Scam Prevention” on Friday, May 19, at noon, at 800 Sixth St. Commonly used scams may involve home repairs, health insurance, or government imposters. Unfortunately, there are slews of schemes. Learn more about these types of fraud, how to react, and more from Trooper Petroski. Complimentary lunch provided, courtesy of Heritage Hill.

RSVP by May 12; please call Rachael or Brittany at 570-427-4500.