Lackawanna County Library System

Little Builders' Party
2025-06-17 11:30, 2025-06-18 11:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-06-17 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-06-24 10:00 - 10:30 | 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.

Lego League
2025-06-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Stop by the library for afternoon LEGO adventures with the library’s collection of LEGO bricks!
Bring your imagination!

Food Fun
2025-06-17 16:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For children entering grades 1 through grade 4 in fall 2025. Please register.

Family Place: Play and Learn Series
2025-06-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
This five-part series for families with children ages 0-3, is designed to help your little ones play, move, socialize, and use their imagination. Meet families, explore toys, make crafts, and talk with community professionals on hand to answer your questions in this fun and informal setting.
Please register for the entire series at the Carbondale Public Library, 570-282-4281. Siblings under five are welcome and do not need to be registered.
A PA Forward Initiative promoting Basic Literacy.

Terrific Tales
2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-06-18 11:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Baby Bounce
2025-06-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun!
This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Our Fish Friends in Pennsylvania
2025-06-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Curious about the fish that call our local lakes and streams home?
Join us for an exciting visit from David of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission! He’ll introduce us to the fascinating fish species found right in our own backyard and share fun facts about their habitats and behaviors. Ages 5 and up. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Festival of Stories Weekly Meetings
2025-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come learn about this new Lackawanna County Library System event that will take place on August 1! There are a variety of ways kids can participate: art, acting, writing, or trivia. Join us each week to work on your projects or prepare for trivia!
For grades 4 through 12. Please call the Library to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Festival of Stories Project Meeting
2025-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Festival of Stories is coming August 1st! Kids entering grades 4-5, 6-8 and 9-12 can participate in art, acting, writing, and/or trivia. Need help getting started or want to work with your team on your project? We’re here to help! We’ll have space and materials available to help you with your project. Please register so that we know how much space is needed. Questions? Email nburke@albright.org for grades 4-5 and 6-8 or mgraham@albright.org for grades 9-12.

Yoga Together
2025-06-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get moving and grooving together in this fun and engaging Family Yoga Class!
During your time with Kerri, she will help each family connect to themselves and each other through practicing breathwork (Pranayama), moving their bodies through yoga poses (Asana), and helping to create a space for stillness and meditation.
For kids ages 4-9 and their adult(s).
Stay tuned for two more summer sessions being offered.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-06-20 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-06-20 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.

Picnics on the Library Lawn
2025-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | PA
Join us every Friday for picnics on the lawn of the library! Bring your lunches, and we will supply blankets to sit on!
Weather Permitting. Please call the Library or check our Facebook page for updates in the case of poor weather.
For families. All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lego Club
2025-06-20 15:00, 2025-06-22 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Spend an afternoon building with friends. Design your own creation, or we will give you a challenge! Work by yourself or as a team. Whether you are a Lego master or a first-timer, this is the program for you!
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Dog Man Family Movie Night
2025-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for Dog Man Family Movie Night! We’ll watch the movie and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.

The Great Art Hunt!
2025-06-21 09:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Join North Pocono Public Library as we learn about famous artists by searching for their art in the children’s area all summer long during open hours.
Each week from June 20 until August 15, discover a new artist and earn a small prize for completing each hunt. For children of all ages.
No registration is required.

Bear Story Time
2025-06-21 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for stories, songs, and crafts inspired by the Bear books by Karma Wilson. Recommended for ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

The Curiosity Club: Fizzy Sidewalk Paint
2025-06-21 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Celebrate the start of summer in the best way by being outside! In this month’s Curiosity Club, we will make our own fizzy sidewalk paint and decorate the library’s sidewalks!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Colorful Blooms Art
2025-06-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Children will use a variety of unique tools — like Q-tips, sponge brushes, and toothbrushes — to paint beautiful colorful blooms.
For ages 5-11.
(Must be entering Kindergarten.)
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.

Water Play
2025-06-23 12:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Cool off this summer at the library! Our sprinklers will be available outside every Monday.
Weather Permitting. Please call the Library or check our Facebook page for updates in the case of poor weather.
For families. All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

A.N.A. Critters
2025-06-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Get Up Close with Amazing Reptiles!
Join us for a fascinating visit with A.N.A Critters and discover the incredible world of reptiles! You’ll learn about these unique animals and the rescue efforts behind their care. All ages are welcome but registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Ms. Pink Headband Visit
2025-06-23 14:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special visit from Ms. Pink Headband! From “What’s in the Box?” to “The Wheels on the Bus,” it is sure to be a great time!
For babies and toddlers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Family Place Play Time
2025-06-23 15:00, 2025-06-23 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an opportunity to meet with experts in various fields of child development while enjoying interactive play with your little ones. Each week, members of the community will be available to answer any questions and ease your concerns about your child’s early development, all while playing and having fun together in a family-friendly environment.
Intended for ages 1 through 3, but siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Stories with Community Helpers: Author Andrew Tolan
2025-06-24 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special story time with local author Andrew Tolan! He will read and discuss his book “Finley the Fuzz.” Each child will receive a free, signed copy of the book to keep!
All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
