Lackawanna County Library System

First Friends
2026-02-23 15:00, 2026-02-28 10:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us each week for a space and bonding opportunity for families with babies and toddlers to support each other. Each week, the library will provide different programs, including age-appropriate story times, movement activities, art activities, singing, and more!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Squishmallow Art
2026-02-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Squishmallows are everywhere—and for good reason! These soft, cute, and collectible characters are loved by kids and teens. Join us at the Valley Community Library to celebrate the Squishmallow craze and explore various types of art in this fun program for ages 8-16. Attendees will challenge themselves to create art with the supplies provided, writing a storyline for their squishmallow, and sharing their work with everyone after. This program is a low pressure, high fun, creative setting designed to encourage learning art through trial and error.
Registration is required.
Monday, February 23 at 5:30 P.M.

Story Explorers: "Flat Stanley On Ice"
2026-02-23 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna to explore Flat Stanley on Ice by Jeff Brown and Lori Haskins Houran! We will read the story together, discuss its literary elements, and celebrate the Winter Olympics!
This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading! Each month we will read a book, have a themed activity and snack, and discuss the book’s literary elements, such as plot. Kids receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last. We extend a special thanks to Peoples Security Bank & Trust for sponsoring this program.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-02-24 10:30, 2026-02-25 10:30, 2026-02-26 10:30, 2026-02-26 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a story time featuring stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with one of the Library’s mascots, Cal or Newbery!
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Preschool Stories
2026-02-24 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 24 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Multigenerational Chess
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
All ages and skill levels welcome.

Novel Thoughts: "I Survived the American Revolution, 1776"
2026-02-24 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ever wonder what it would have been like to be a kid during the American Revolution? Find out how Nathaniel Fox survived during the revolution and celebrate 250 years of America with two nights of colonial crafts.
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Tummy Time
2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Tummy Time is a crucial activity for babies to build muscles in their neck, shoulders, and arms. Caregivers and babies are invited to socialize while the babies work on these skills. We will also include a book and music for a well-balanced program. Space is limited. Registration is required.

American Girl Doll Club: Meet Felicity & Elizabeth
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come celebrate 250 years of America with Felicity and Elizabeth! Join us for a colonial-themed craft and to find out why Felicity and Elizabeth would “Take No Tea” after the Boston Tea Party.
For children in Kindergarten through Grade 6
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 10:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical. No registration is required to attend.

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-02-27 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required to attend.

Coloring Club
2026-02-27 14:30 - 16:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come color your world and hang out at the Library! On Fridays we will have a variety of different coloring supplies available, and a variety of coloring pages suitable for all ages and experience levels.
For children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Kid's Creation Station
2026-02-27 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Children ages 3-11 can try out fun crafts using our Makerspace cart.

Party Through the Decades
2026-02-28 11:00 - 13:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Saturday, February 28 is the last day of Winter Challenge and to celebrate your reading we have partnered with the Penn State Extension 4-H to host “Party Through the Decades.” We will party at different stations throughout the library learning about America through activities, crafts, and more. This event is geared towards ages 6 and older. Registration is required.
Reminder to all, today is the last day to turn in your Winter Challenge Logs and tickets for prizes.

The Curiosity Club: Snowflake Design
2026-02-28 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to design snowflakes out of different materials! Will you make the strongest, most elaborate, or smallest snowflake? This program is sure to be “snow” much fun! You do not want to miss it!
We extend a special thanks to Peoples Security Bank & Trust for sponsoring this program.
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Art Explorers
2026-03-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun, hands-on art session where kids will create their own masterpieces while discovering different artists and techniques.
For ages 5-11, must be in at least Kindergarten.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Read to Dogs
2026-03-09 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, March 9 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Read with dogs!
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the North Pocono Public Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Discovery Seekers: Celebrating America Series
2026-03-10 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
We will celebrate America250 by highlighting American innovations over the next few months.
For Ages 5-10, must be in at least Kindergarten.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
