Lackawanna County Library System

First Friends
2025-09-22 15:00, 2025-09-29 15:00, 2025-10-06 15:00 (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

Family Puzzle Party
2025-09-22 18:00
Are you a jigsaw puzzle master? Bring the whole family and challenge yourselves to complete one of our variety of fun 100-piece puzzles together at the library.
For families with kids of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-09-23 10:30, 2025-09-24 10:30, 2025-09-25 10:30, 2025-09-25 18:00, 2025-09-30 10:30, 2025-10-01 10:30, 2025-10-02 10:30, 2025-10-02 18:00 and 2 more dates
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

Novel Thoughts: Kid Confident
2025-09-23 18:00
Calling all middle schoolers! Let Ms. Meghan help you start the year off right by stopping in on any of these Tuesdays in September to get your own supplies and advice from the book “Kid Confident: How to Navigate Middle School.”

September 9: Planner Perfect – set up your planner or binder with fun pens, highlighters, and stickers to get organized.
September 16: Pencil Case Creations – design your own pencil case to take home.
September 23: Pony Bead Keychains – make a unique keychain for your backpack.

For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

American Girl Doll Club: Diner Days
2025-09-24 18:00
Let’s explore Maryellen’s world of sock hops, poodle skirts, and, of course, diners! We will make doll-sized diner food out of clay, have a snack, read a story, and then play in the dollhouse!
For kids in Kindergarten and older.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

"Goodbye, Summer; Hello, Autumn" Storytime
2025-09-25 18:00
Celebrate the changing of the seasons by remembering your favorite moments that made this summer beautiful. Join Miss Rachel in welcoming the colors of the new season with stories, crafts, songs, and snacks, as we say “Goodbye” to summer, and “Hello” to autumn.
For families with kids of all ages
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Coloring Club
2025-09-26 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-10-03 14:30 - 16:30
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 all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Once Upon an Orchestra
2025-09-27 10:00
What do you get when you mix storytime with live musicians? “Once Upon an Orchestra,” a lively, interactive program that blends music and storytelling! Join musicians from the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic as they tell a story with special music, bringing favorite children’s books to life and stirring imaginations through the power of music and creativity.
This event part of the 2025 Scranton Fringe Festival.
For children ages 2 through 6 and their families.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Kids' Silent Disco
2025-09-28 15:00 - 16:30
Get ready to groove at the Kids’ Silent Disco! This fun-filled event lets little ones dance to their own beat with wireless headphones, colorful lights, and kid-friendly tunes. It’s a joyful way to burn energy, spark creativity, and celebrate the arts—all in a safe, sensory-friendly environment! All tech will be provided.
This event part of the 2025 Scranton Fringe Festival.
For children ages 3 through 10.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Manny Has a Mission
2025-09-29 18:00
Join us for a very special story time with author and certified K-9 handler Kendra Lapsansky and her real-life search and rescue dog, Manny! Kendra will read aloud from her children’s book Manny Has a Mission, based on a true rescue mission she and Manny undertook on the Appalachian Trail, and educate you about the “Knowledgeable K-9 Nose.”
For families with kids of all ages
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Puppet Friends
2025-10-04 14:00
Join University of Scranton graduate occupational therapy students for an afternoon of puppetry, puppet-making, and friendship! University students will begin by presenting a series of short, interactive puppet shows that will explore themes of friendship, empathy, and community. Next, it will be your turn to be the creator and puppeteer by designing and making your own puppet to take home. This is an inclusive event. Children of all ages and abilities (and their families and friends) are invited to join. All supplies will be provided – just bring your creativity! Parents and guardians may contact Professor Jenny Whittaker at jennifer.whittaker@scranton.edu or 570-941-4296 with questions.
This event part of the 2025 Scranton Fringe Festival.
For children of all ages and abilities.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lego Club
2025-10-05 14:00
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

Story Explorers: "There Was an Old Lady Who Picked a Pumpkin"
2025-10-06 18:00
Join Miss Jenna to explore There was an Old Lady Who Picked a Pumpkin by Lucille Colandro. We will read the story together, discuss its literary elements, and celebrate all things Fall!
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.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Toddlers on the Move
2025-10-07 11:30, 2025-10-08 11:30, 2025-10-09 11:30
Toddlers will enjoy creating sound and music while moving and dancing to their favorite songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Reading Skills: Vowel Sounds
2025-10-07 18:00
Do you like to Ooot Ooot Ooot Oooples and Banoonoos?! Come practice your vowel sounds with Ms. Meghan with fun songs, games and stories!
For children in Kindergarten through Second Grade.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Spooky, Silly Storytime
2025-10-09 18:00
Dress up in your spookiest attire and join us for a special spooky and silly storytime! We’ll celebrate the spooky season with some not-so-scary stories, crafts, and a fun Halloween snack!
For kids of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
