Lackawanna County Library System

Tech Table
2025-09-23 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Making a Mess-Terpiece
2025-09-23 15:30 - 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Are we making a mess or making a masterpiece? Both! Join Miss Maggie as we explore unique (and messy!) ways to make art.
For kids ages 6 through 12
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Greater Scranton YMCA (Olyphant)
2025-09-23 15:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Mahjong
2025-09-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-09-23 13:00 - 13:30 | 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..

Wellkind School of Early Learners
2025-09-23 12:45 - 13:45 | PA

Preschool Stories: Letter C
2025-09-23 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, September 23 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required to attend.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-09-23 10:30 | 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

Always in Stitches
2025-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-09-23 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.

All Saints Academy
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:30 | PA

Family Puzzle Party
2025-09-22 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

MarioKart 8 Deluxe Tournament
2025-09-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Drift your way in to the Albright Memorial Library to compete in our Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament. Controllers will be available, but feel free to bring your own. A Game Stop gift card will be awarded to the top racer! This program is for ages 18+

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

Caring Hands
2025-09-22 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.

St. Mary of Mt. Carmel School
2025-09-22 12:15 - 14:00 | PA

Dunmore Treasure House
2025-09-22 10:45 - 11:45 | PA

Toddlers on the Move
2025-09-22 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

Blocks & Bubbles
2025-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, September 22 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Build with blocks and play with friends at North Pocono Public Library. Enjoy some bubbles after clean-up time.
No registration is required.

Scholars in Training Preschool
2025-09-22 09:15 - 10:15 | PA

Sundays with Friends: Princess Tea Party
2025-09-21 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

The Curiosity Club: Make Your Own Play Dough
2025-09-20 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Autumn Pictures with Pets
2025-09-20 12:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
$15 Each and includes one print and digital access. Have a professional Autumn-themed photograph taken of you and/or your pets by Dream Lens Productions!
This program is first-come-first-served.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-09-20 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, September 6 and September 20 from 12:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join Our Campaign!
Delve into the world of fantasy roleplaying and join North Pocono Public Library’s Dungeons & Dragons campaign. We’ll be providing books to explore the gothic horror domains of Ravenloft (using v3.5 rules). This group is welcome to newly interested and longtime players alike. To keep the fun going, we do ask for some level of commitments to maintain consistency within the game for our monthly meetings.
Registration is required.

What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club
2025-09-20 12:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Looking to talk about books but don’t want to be confined to discussing one specific title? Join our alternative book club where everyone talks about their favorite book or a book that they’ve recently read.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Local Author: Carolyn Powell
2025-09-20 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, September 20 at 11:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Meet local author and librarian, Carolyn Powell, and enjoy a reading of her newest book, Clyde Hopper, Where Are Your Manners?
Registration is not required.

Local Author Fair
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Abington Community Library is thrilled to host our very first “Local Author Fair” on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Stroll through tables featuring 20+ talented authors from across Northeastern Pennsylvania and browse books in a variety of genres for all ages. This is your chance to meet the minds behind the books and hear the inspirations behind their work. Whether you’re looking for your next page-turner, unique gift ideas, or just a fun way to spend your Saturday morning, the Local Author Fair is the perfect place to connect with great reads and the people who write them.
Admission is free—come ready to explore, chat, and discover something new!
Featured author’s include: Mary Anne Abdo, Matt Benjamin, Sandra Flynn Camburn, Tara Conrad, Lucia Dailey, Sarah Dawgert, Kenna DeValor, Charles Davis, H. Dean Fisher, John Harvey, Fran Miller Jud, P. K. Kilcullen, Ritu Khurana, Cory Laniewski, Christine Medley, Abigail Myers, Chris Raymond, Judith Rienzi, JC Roberts, Rick Serrenti, Thom Shubilla, Andrew Tolan, Hélène Tinsley, Jo Ann Walczak, and Josephine Woody.

Perennial Plant Swap
2025-09-20 10:00 - 12:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an exciting perennial plant swap! Bring your newly divided plants to share with fellow gardeners and stay for an informative Q&A session with the PennState Extension Master Gardeners.
Swap Details: Participants can bring up to five items to trade. Each item will earn a ticket for trading. Bring your offerings in labeled plastic pots or bags (paper or plastic). Ensure they are free from disease and pests—any infected offerings will be removed from the swap. Check-in time: 10:00–11:00 a.m. The swap will begin promptly at 11:00 a.m. Once ticket holders have selected, any remaining items will be available to others.

Lilo and Stitch Family Movie Night
2025-09-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our next Family Movie Night! We’ll watch Disney’s live action film, Lilo and Stitch, and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.
