Lackawanna County Library System

Story Explorers: "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"
2025-09-15 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Paper Portrait Art
2025-09-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For ages 12 and up
Get inspired and express yourself in a whole new way with Paper Portrait Art! Create a portrait that is uniquely you by cutting and layering pieces of colored paper. No drawing skills required!
All supplies provided Registration required
Please reach out to Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

First Friends
2025-09-15 15:00 | 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

Green Ridge Apartments
2025-09-15 14:30 - 15:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1651 Dickson Ave
Scranton, PA

Dunmore Community Center
2025-09-15 13:15 - 14:15 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1414 Monroe Avenue
Dunmore, PA

Monday Matinee: My Fair Lady
2025-09-15 13:00 - 15:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, September 15 at 1:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
See a Mid-day Movie!
Enjoy a film with at North Pocono Public Library’s new movie club! For our first meeting, we’ll be screening My Fair Lady (1964) directed by George Cukor while eating popcorn and planning future screenings.
Registration is required.

Caring Hands
2025-09-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. No registration required.

Lutherwood
2025-09-15 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1 Lake Scranton Road
Sranton, PA

Toddlers on the Move
2025-09-15 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 to 3. Families and siblings welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Breakfast Book Club
2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, September 15 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in North Pocono Public Library’s community room for a discussion of September’s selection — Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
No registration is required.

Lego Club
2025-09-14 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

Jane's Tea Party
2025-09-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Experience a traditional afternoon tea party with desserts and refreshments. Come dressed in your garden party attire and enjoy a sit down tea with 24 guests. Learn about the life of Jane Austen and celebrate her 250th birthday early.

Danger Club: Level Up!
2025-09-13 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Play-Doh Free Play
2025-09-13 12:30 - 14:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your imagination and stop by to show us what you can sculpt. Practice your creativity, arts, and just have fun.
For kids ages 3 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Family Yoga
2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
This free class offers a special time for children ages 4-9 and their grown-ups to connect and develop life-long skills of strength, coordination, and confidence through yoga poses, games, stories, and music. Instructor: Kerri from Kerri Berri Kids Yoga

Friends of the Scranton Public Library Book Sale
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-12 10:00 - 18:30 | PA
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will hold a Book Sale from September 9-September 13th.
Tuesday – Friday from 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday from 10 AM – 2 PM
Explore a Range of Pre-Owned Books, DVDs, and More!

Farmers Market at North Pocono Public Library
2025-09-13 09:00 - 13:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Join us at North Pocono Public Library for a market featuring fresh and local produce, meat, baked goods, flowers, beauty goods, home wares, and more from local farmers and makers!
Visit our Facebook page or contact Rena Wilson at rwilson7333@gmail.com or Lisa Cummings at (570) 983-8946.
Saturday, August 16 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, August 30 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Downton Abbey Watch Party
2025-09-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Enjoy a variety of teas and snacks in our Community Room as we watch Downton Abbey: A New Era in preparation for the release of the final movie.
Registration is Requested.

Coloring Club
2025-09-12 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 all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Conversational Italian Class
2025-09-12 13:30 - 14:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our weekly class delving into beginner conversational Italian, grammar, vocabulary, and culture.

Storytime
2025-09-12 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development.
For kids ages 2 through 6. Families and siblings are welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Fell Charter
2025-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.

Families Helping Families
2025-09-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. No registration required.

Teen Self-Care Night
2025-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Relieve your stress with a night of self-care. We will have herbal tea, stickers and coloring sheets for a relaxing time.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-09-11 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

Pride & Prejudice: the 1995 Mini Series
2025-09-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for our Jane Austen Movie Series. We are starting with one of the most famous versions of Pride & Prejudice. Join us weekly as we watch Parts I, II, and III on September 11th, 18th, and 25th. Happy Birthday Jane Austen!

Tech Table
2025-09-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Tech Table is designed to help patrons who need one-on-one assistance using their smartphones, tablets, or laptops. Participants are encouraged to bring specific problems about a technical problem including trouble using an app, slow or malfunctioning technology, or questions about privacy, settings, or security.
No registration is required; appointments are limited to 20-minute sessions, and patrons will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3038

Interactive Steel Drum Performance
2025-09-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come out for an interactive evening of music and fun! Enjoy learning about steel drums from the members of the Electric City Steel Drum Project. Take part and play some of the percussion instruments the group brings!
For all ages.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Crafternoon: Beaded Keychains
2025-09-11 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, September 11 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children & Teen Programming)
Get crafty!
Make a beaded keychain for your backpack to celebrate the beginning of the school year. Drop in any time during the event hours to make your craft to take home. Recommended for ages 5-17.
No registration is required.
