Lackawanna County Library System

Novel Thoughts: Kid Confident
2025-09-09 18:00, 2025-09-16 18:00, 2025-09-23 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-09-10 10:30, 2025-09-11 10:30, 2025-09-11 18:00, 2025-09-16 10:30, 2025-09-17 10:30, 2025-09-18 10:30, 2025-09-18 18:00, 2025-09-23 10:30 and 1 more date
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

Toddler Tumble Time
2025-09-10 11:30, 2025-09-11 11:30
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1-3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Danger Club: Level Up!
2025-09-10 18:00, 2025-09-13 14:00
Get ready for some epic Mario Kart races on our new Switch 2! We are going to experiment with physics and motion all while having a great time racing. Ever wonder what would happen if you put Bowser on a mini bike? Or Toad on extra wide wheels? Let’s try it out and find out!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Coloring Club
2025-09-12 14:30 - 16:30, 2025-09-19 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

Lego Club
2025-09-14 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

First Friends
2025-09-15 15:00, 2025-09-20 10:30, 2025-09-22 15:00
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

Story Explorers: "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"
2025-09-15 18:00
Join Miss Jenna to explore the classic tale, “The Three Billy Goats Gruff!” We will read a version of the story, discuss its literary elements, and make our own bridge!
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

Little Builders' Party
2025-09-16 11:30, 2025-09-17 11:30, 2025-09-18 11:30
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 Skills: Back to School
2025-09-17 18:00
Come boost your reading skills with Ms. Meghan! We will work on Phonics, sight words, vocabulary, and more!
For children in Kindergarten through Second Grade.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

The Curiosity Club: Make Your Own Play Dough
2025-09-20 14:00
Did you know you can make play dough with a few simple ingredients you can find in your home? Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to “dough” it yourself!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Sundays with Friends: Princess Tea Party
2025-09-21 14:00
You are cordially invited to join us for a Princess Tea Party inspired by Frozen, featuring a special princess guest! Sing, dance, and read along with her, and enjoy the light refreshments, photo opportunities, and activities.
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
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
