Lackawanna County Library System

Little Book and Bake Shop Watercolor
2025-04-07 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
To celebrate National Library Week teens (ages 12-18) can participate in a watercolor class with instructor Cara Colombo. Teens will leave with a Little Book and Bake Shop watercolor piece.
Space is limited so please register. All supplies are provided.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org.

Quilt Class: Make a quilt inspired by "The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt"
2025-04-07 18:30 - 20:00
Join Barbara H for an intermediate quilting class making a quilt inspired by “The Little Ghost Who Was a Quilt” book. Basic quilting knowledge is required, and a materials list to purchase will be provided at the first class. Attendees must commit to all 6 sessions. Registration is limited and required. Group meets every other Monday starting February 24. For Adults.

Abington Community Library Board Meeting
2025-04-07 19:00 - 20:00
The Abington Community Library Board of Trustees will meet in the Ryon Room at the library. This meeting is open to the public.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-04-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-08 13:00 - 13:30
Join us in our Preschool-Kindergarten Storytime where we read, sing, talk, play and write to build early learning skills.
Geared towards ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.
Please register.

Seeds of Change: April
2025-04-08 17:00 - 18:00
This month teens are working on their projects for the Electric City Flower Show.

Balanced Meals & Mindful Eating
2025-04-08 17:30 - 18:30
Have you heard of Mindful Eating?

Join Catalyst Nutrition and Training and VanWert Counseling & Wellness, LLC to learn about this thoughtful approach to food, the eating experience, and balanced meal planning.

For ages 18 and older.

$5 per person.

Terrific Tales
2025-04-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-09 11:00 - 11:30
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Learn the Violin
2025-04-09 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four weeks. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow through music!
📅 Duration: 4 weeks🎻 Requirement: Participants must bring their own violin📝 Registration: Required for the first class only
Sign up today and start your musical journey!

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-04-09 18:00 - 18:30
Tail Waggin’ Tutors program is designed to boost your child’s reading skills in a fun and furry way! Let your kids read aloud to certified therapy dogs who are eager to listen and provide gentle encouragement. It’s a paws-itively awesome opportunity for your kids to gain confidence and enjoy the magic of reading.
Stop by the craft table while waiting for a turn.
For kids in grades K-4.
This program is split into 2 half hour sessions so you can register your child(ren) for the 6:00-6:30 session or the 6:30- 7:00 session.
We ask that when you register you only count the child(ren). Please include all children participating as a guest.

ABC Play with Me
2025-04-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-04-16 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a five-week program for toddlers and their parents and caregivers. The workshops are fun and play-based providing an environment rich with toys, books and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on various aspects of child development, parenting, and early literacy.
Designed for children ages 1-3, their parents/caregivers and siblings under 5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
A morning session will be offered on Thursdays at 10:00 AM.

April in Paris: Watercolor Workshop
2025-04-09 18:00 - 19:30
Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful watercolor piece titled “April in Paris.” This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make this vibrant design. $15 Materials Fee. Registration required. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the project.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-04-09 18:30 - 19:00

ABC Play with Me
2025-04-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-17 10:00 - 11:00
Join us for a five-week program for toddlers and their parents and caregivers. The workshops are fun and play-based providing an environment rich with toys, books and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on various aspects of child development, parenting, and early literacy.
Designed for children ages 1-3, their parents/caregivers and siblings under 5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
An evening session will be offered on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.

Art Explorers
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun and inspiring art session where you’ll get to create your own masterpiece while exploring different artists and art techniques.
For ages 5-11.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-04-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-11 11:00 - 11:30
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Springtime Tales
2025-04-12 11:00 - 11:30
Join us for a fun and festive Spring and Easter-themed storytime! Celebrate the season with delightful stories that bring the spirit of spring to life. After the stories, children will get creative with a fun craft activity to make and take home.
Presented by the Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA) from Keystone College.
Ages 5-8
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Shakespeare Sundays
2025-04-13 14:30 - 16:30
Join us for our series delving into William Shakespeare’s works. We will be showing a production of one of Shakespeare’s works monthly. The April selection is The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021). This film is R rated and the program is for adults 18+.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-04-14 10:00 - 11:00
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment.
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
An evening session will also be offered at 5:00 PM.

Hand Massage Basics
2025-04-14 11:00 - 12:00
Join Kate Kollar, LMT for ” Hand Massage Basics”.
Using massage cream and essential oils, this “hands on” class will teach you how to massage and relax the muscles in your hands.
For ages 18+

Peeps Lab
2025-04-14 16:00 - 17:00
Fun experiments with peeps plus a taste test. More details coming soon.
For ages 8-12.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-04-14 17:00 - 17:45
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment.
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
If program is full please email Mrs. Burke at nburke@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
A morning session will be offered 10:00 AM.

Food Fun
2025-04-15 16:00 - 17:00
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For children in grades K-4. Please register.

Story to Stitch: A Teen Costume Design Workshop
2025-04-15 17:00 - 18:00
Unleash your creativity in this multi-week costume design workshop for teens! Over the course of four weeks (April 16-May 6), participants (ages 12-18) will explore the art of transforming literature into visual storytelling through costume design. Bring a book, play, or poem that inspires you, and learn how to translate its themes, characters, and settings into unique costume sketches.
Guided by expert instruction, you’ll delve into:🎭 The fundamentals of costume design📖 Analyzing text for visual inspiration🎨 Sketching and refining your designs🧵 Selecting fabric swatches to bring your vision to life
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a completed costume design portfolio featuring your final illustrations and fabric choices—perfect for aspiring designers, artists, and storytellers alike!
You only need to register for the first session.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Learn the Violin
2025-04-16 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four weeks. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow through music!
📅 Duration: 4 weeks🎻 Requirement: Participants must bring their own violin📝 Registration: Only register once for the whole series
Sign up today and start your musical journey! You only need to register once for the whole series.

Pysanky Easter Workshop
2025-04-16 18:00 - 20:00
Create your own Ukrainian Pysanky Easter egg with facilitator Tammy Budnovitch. This class will be a beginner’s step-by-step instruction to help you create this beautiful egg. Materials cost is $25 per person payable to the instructor, and all supplies will be provided. Bring your kistka and beeswax if you have taken class before. For adults. Registration required.
