Lackawanna County Library System

Terrific Tales
2025-05-28 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Violin Class
2025-05-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This three-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: 3 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.

LEGO Construction Crew
2025-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided.
For ages 5-11.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Bling My Book
2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Add some sparkle to your shelf! At this glam crafting event, teens will receive a free book and a variety of bedazzling tools to decorate and personalize their covers. Whether you go full glitter or subtle shimmer, your book will be uniquely you. All supplies (including a brand new book!) provided—just bring your creativity!
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2025-05-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our ongoing series will feature Chef Paul Albert, from AV Restaraunt, who will instruct attendees in how to prepare burrata with pickled fennel, cucumber, and strawberry vinaigrette and cheese balanzoni with almond brown butter and parmesan. Materials Fee- $3. For adults. Registration is required.

Pen & Ink Course
2025-05-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our 4-week course in Pen & Ink with artist Leanna Yatcilla. The series will be at 6:00 P.M. on Thursdays, May 22 & 29 and June 5 & 12. There will be a $40 materials fee for the whole series that will provide you with your very own Pen & Ink set that will include Ink, Bowl Pointed Dip Pen, Micron Pens Set, Drawing Pencils, Erasers, Drawing Paper Pad, a Synthetic Brush and more. Registration must be made in person at the circulation desk and payment is due at the time of registration. Payment can be made via cash, check to Abington Community Library, or VENMO to @AbingtonCommLib. For adults.
From historical documentations to our favorite children’s book illustrations, the practical nature of pen and ink has led to its well-known and beloved appearance through the centuries. Now too is your chance to experience the many forms of this unique medium. Through this 4-week course, you will have the opportunity to learn dip-pen drawing, ink wash painting, and classic shading approaches. Each session will introduce a new technique with the ability to practice outside of class using materials, and in the end you will walk away with a sketchbook and a fine art piece of your own!
Leanna Yatcilla is a 2024 graduate from Ithaca College where she majored in Fine Art. With over 14 years of art education, including 10 years under local artist Sue Hand, Leanna’s work has been shown in numerous galleries and published across a multitude of media. She currently works as the Artist-In-Residence at the Waverly Community House where she teaches children and adult art classes. Leanna also designs and plans the Comm Kids’ fundraising events. When she is not teaching, Leanna is producing new art from her studio in Pittston, PA or installing artists’ shows at the Handwerker Gallery in Ithaca, NY

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-05-30 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-05-30 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Grow With Your Library
2025-05-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Drop in between 4:00 and 6:00 PM to decorate a flower pot and plant your own flower to take home! For children through grade 12. Registration required.

Fashion & Florals
2025-06-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Cara Colombo will lead teens (12-17) in a class utilizing silk flowers and illustrator markers to create fashionable illustrations. All supplies are provided.

Make a Zipper Pouch with our B.A.M. Quilting Group
2025-06-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Barbara H for our B.A.M. (Beginners and More) Quilting Group as they make a Zipper Pouch. Basic quilting knowledge is required as well as a sewing machine. A materials list to purchase will be provided after registration. Registration is limited and required. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org for more information.

Abington Community Library Board Meeting
2025-06-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Abington Community Library Board of Trustees will meet in the Ryon Room at the library. This meeting is open to the public.

Block Party
2025-06-04 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Staffordshire Dogs: Watercolor Workshop
2025-06-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful watercolor piece inspired by Staffordshire Dogs. 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.

Music Movement and Me
2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, 537 Venard Road, South Abington Twp., PA, 18411, United States
Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first Thursday of the month. We’ll enjoy stories, songs, signing, crafts, and bubbles too! The school is located at 537 Venard Road, South Abington Township, PA 18411. Recommended for ages birth-5; siblings welcome. No signing experience required. Please register.

Stamp n Swap
2025-06-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers – bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. Registration required. Register below.

Teen Escape Room: Burrito Bell- NEW DATE
2025-06-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Calling all teen sleuths! We have a mission that requires your expertise: steal the ultimate burrito from the legendary Burrito Bell restaurant. Gather the ingredients by solving puzzles, cracking codes, and opening locks, all to assemble that most perfect of cheesy good snacks. The clock is ticking, and you must work together with your peers to solve this escape room. If the timer hits zero before you assemble your burrito, your chance to guac and roll will be lost.
Space is limited so be sure to register. Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Flower Blossom Release
2025-06-08 15:00 - 16:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our fourth annual Flower Blossom Release into Leggett’s Creek at South Abington Township Park in remembrance of lost loved ones. We will also be writing notes to our lost loved ones to pair with our flowers released into the Creek. Flowers donated generously by Central Park Flowers. Registration required. For questions, e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Seeds of Change: June
2025-06-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens will be working outside in the garden this month. Please email MGraham@albright.org to register.

DIY Drop In-Car Air Freshener
2025-06-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop by the Library on Wednesday, June 11th and make an all natural car air freshener using essential oils.
This is a drop in event between 4:00 – 5:00 P.M. and for ages 16 and older.
Limited number, one per person…when they’re gone, they’re gone!

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-06-11 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
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 in the guest count.

Squiggly Octopus: Explore and Play
2025-06-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Explore the world of octopuses through art, science and math activity stations inspired by Arlo Draws an Octopus by Lori Mortensen, 2025’s Pennsylvania One Book Every Young Child selection.
This is a drop-in program.
Each family will receive a copy of Arlo Draws an Octopus to take home.
For ages 2–5.
This program will be repeated on Friday, June 13 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-06-11 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Squiggly Octopus: Explore and Play
2025-06-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Explore the world of octopuses through art, science and math activity stations inspired by Arlo Draws an Octopus by Lori Mortensen, 2025’s Pennsylvania One Book Every Young Child selection.
This is a drop-in program.
Each family will receive a copy of Arlo Draws an Octopus to take home.
For ages 2–5.
This program will is also be on Wednesday, June 11 from 6:00 PM to 11:30 AM.

Craft & Create
2025-06-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Come unwind and get crafty! Pick your own project from our stash of supplies to help us clean out our craft storage. From painting to paper crafts, it’s a chill, choose-your-own-craft kind of day!
For all ages.

Cookbook Club
2025-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from that month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club selection will be “The Flavor of Waverly.” We recommend bringing to-go containers for any possible leftovers that might be available during the club. If you have any questions, please e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-06-17 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-17 13:00 - 13:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
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.
