Free events in East Stroudsburg, PA

A Veterans Day parade will travel from Stroudsburg High School to Dansbury Park in East Stroudsburg. After the procession, a closing ceremony will take place, with refreshments provided.

Enjoy a weekly local gathering for the Overpower card game, a classic from decades past that returned with a new version last year and is attracting both newcomers and returning players. The sessions focus on the modern format using the new cards, and the organizers are open to adding legacy play as the community grows. Entry is free, and participants receive prize packs for taking part as well as additional rewards for each win.

A new round of Magic: The Gathering Commander League invites players to earn points during weekly games by meeting in-game criteria. Points determine winners at the end of each event and month. Entry is free, and league details and rules are available in store. Rules may change as the league develops. Questions can be directed to Daniel Morales.

Shut Up & Write! is a free, community-driven nonprofit initiative that helps writers make time to get their writing done. Gather, write, and repeat.

Enjoy a night of salsa and bachata music with DJ Carliita and JdaBachata. The program includes a Salsa On 1 class, a Sensual Bachata class led by certified instructors Daniel and Desiree, and social dancing. Entry is free, with mixed drink specials available.

Practice bachata moves and enjoy a night dedicated entirely to bachata, with no salsa or merengue. Level 1 and Level 2 classes are available for beginners and advanced dancers, followed by a social. Music is performed by JDABACHATA and DJ Carliita. Entry to the social is free, and walk-in class admission is $15 per class.

Enjoy free bar bingo hosted by DJ Dan, featuring eight rounds and a grand prize in the final round. Seating is limited, and bingo boards are available. Karaoke follows the bingo games, with more than 40,000 songs to choose from. A full bar and menu are available.

A free craft circle welcomes participants ages 6 and up to learn a craft, bring a project of their own, or help teach others.

Trinity Lutheran Church offers a free clothing closet with options for women, men, and children. Visitors may choose what they need during their visit, and a bell is available to ring on arrival for assistance. Please share this information with anyone who could benefit from this ministry.

This free art show invites attendees to browse artwork in cozy pajamas while enjoying light refreshments, with a spotlight on three creators working in ceramics, wildlife photography, and pottery. Ceramic artist Margaret Southwell shares whimsical, one-of-a-kind animal sculptures inspired by 18th and 19th century ceramic figures from England, Europe, Japan, and China. She holds a B.A. from New York University and also studied at Parsons School of Design. Her path into restoration began in England and led to work for top dealers and collectors, with restored pieces in the collections of The Metropolitan Museum, the High Museum in Atlanta, and the Colonial Williamsburg Museum. Under the name Menagerie by M, she crafts vibrant sculptures of wildlife and domestic animals, and at times amphibians, invertebrates, and reptiles. Wildlife photographer James C. Sengul, originally from Istanbul, began his career in sports photography before moving to the United States. During the pandemic he turned his lens more fully to birds, exploring their intelligence, behavior, and relationships. His images aim to share that perspective and encourage viewers to see birds and other wildlife with greater awareness and care. Full-time potter Kevin Blonski, owner of Earthen Goat, creates functional, production-style ceramics for everyday use. After discovering pottery in an open studio class, he honed his craft through steady practice at the wheel. His work is found at markets and shows across the East Coast, including the Easton Farmers Market, and he has taught at Propogate Studios and Juxtahub. In addition to utilitarian pieces, he explores themes of uncertainty, transformation, and clarity through organic forms, carved imagery, and recurring eye motifs inspired by nature and personal experience. Pajama-friendly browsing, light bites, and three distinct artistic voices come together for a relaxed celebration of craft and creativity.

A new round of Magic: The Gathering Commander League invites players to earn points during weekly games by meeting in-game criteria. Points determine winners at the end of each event and month. Entry is free, and league details and rules are available in store. Rules may change as the league develops. Questions can be directed to Daniel Morales.