Breakfast Book Club
2026-01-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, January 12 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 — An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena.
No registration is required.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-01-12 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

Caring Hands
2026-01-12 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.

First Friends
2026-01-12 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

Discovery Seekers: Celebrating America Series
2026-01-12 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
America250 is here, and we’re kicking off the fun by highlighting Pennsylvania and American innovations! To launch our special Discovery Seeker series, we’re highlighting dairy and cows, and Pennsylvania as the state with the second-most dairy farms in the country. We will explore a cow theme to celebrate our Discover Dairy Adopt-a-Cow, Sprinkles, a calf at Kurtland Farms in Elverson, Pennsylvania, as she grows her first year.
For Ages 5-10, must be in at least Kindergarten.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Monday Book Club
2026-01-12 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Start your week off with a stimulating book discussion! The Monday Book Club meets the second Monday of each month and reads a mix of non-fiction, classic, and contemporary literature. For adults.

Monthly Selections:
December- “All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me” by Patrick Bringley (The December meeting will be off site. For more information e-mail MRichardson@albright.org)
January- “The Hot Zone” by Richard Preston
February- “The Frozen River: A Novel” by Ariel Lawhon
March- “Horse: A Novel” by Geraldine Brooks
April- “The God of the Woods: A Novel” by Liz Moore
May- “Agent Sonya: Moscow’s Most Daring Wartime Spy” by Ben Macintyre

Teen Circuit Sewing: Shivering Penguin
2026-01-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Learn how to use conductive thread and circuits to create a stuffed penguin that shivers!
✨ All supplies provided
📌 Registration required
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Volunteer Club
2026-01-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Teen Volunteer Club at the Valley Community Library is an opportunity for teens to earn community service hours, share their thoughts on teen programing and space, and socialize with new friends while building a resume. Teens will work with library staff on a variety of tasks that are needed for the library to run smoothly and aid our amazing programs. Interested teens should fill out a Teen Volunteer Application. For all volunteers or presenters ages 14 and older we require their PA Criminal Background Check (available to be filled out at https://epatch.pa.gov/home) and a copy of a valid PA Child Abuse History Clearance (available to be printed from or filled out at compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home). This paperwork should be turned in at the front desk of the Library. Registration is required for each Teen Volunteer Club meeting so we can plan for the number of volunteers we will have and make sure we have the paperwork needed ahead of time.
Teen Volunteer Club will meet on Monday, January 12 at 5:00 PM.

Read to Dogs
2026-01-12 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, January 12 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Read with dogs!
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the North Pocono Public Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Story Explorers: "Little Penguin's New Friend"
2026-01-12 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna to explore “Little Penguin’s New Friend” by Tadgh Bentley. We will read the story together, discuss its literary elements, tell jokes, and eat a snack with all of our new friends!
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

Maker Monday
2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an enjoyable evening of crafting! In this class, you will learn how to make a wooden heart shelf sitter.
To attend this class, registration is mandatory. Fortunately, the supplies are provided and there is no cost to participate.
View the flyer for this months projects.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-01-13 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-13 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.

Always in Stitches
2026-01-13 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-01-13 10:30, 2026-01-14 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

Preschool Stories: Letter M
2026-01-13 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 13 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Grief Support Group
2026-01-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Residential Hospice offers a safe space to discuss different types of grief and find healing through community at the Carbondale Public Library. This group will serve as a resource for anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one to find emotional support and coping strategies with a professional healthcare group. This program is open to anyone of any age. Registration is required and can be done at the library or by calling us at 570-282-4281.

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-01-13 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Adult Craft with The Wright Center: Shovel Wreath
2026-01-13 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join The Wright Center at the library for craft time.

Mahjong
2026-01-13 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.

Sticker Styling
2026-01-13 15:30 - 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Water bottle looking lame? Notebook have negative vibes? Well, it’s National Sticker Day! We have tons of stupendous stickers to liven up anything you want to add some color to. Bring your own ready-to-sticker object, or adorn one the library provides. Either way let’s get cool, colorful, and sticky!
For kids ages 6 to 12.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Choose Your Own Adventure
2026-01-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Book Club for Grades 3-6, New Monthly program. We will explore adventure stories and historical fiction. Attendees will get to help choose the next book/theme for each coming month.

Tech Table
2026-01-13 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

Reading Skills: Vowel Diagraphs
2026-01-13 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Let’s find out what happens when two vowels go walking! Join Ms. Meghan to read and play games to reinforce important vowel combinations.
For children in Kindergarten through Second Grade.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Intuitive Awareness Session Two
2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
3-Week Mini Workshop Series with Medium Tara Grossi
January 6th, 13th, & 20th, each session has its own registration.
You may register for one session or all three.
Week Two: Trusting Your Inner Voice

How to tell the difference between intuition and anxiety
Strengthening daily intuitive awareness
Practice to build confidence

Bring an open heart, curious mind, notebook and pen!
Ms. Grossi encourages donations to the Library for hosting this series..

Mystery Book Club
2026-01-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our monthly Mystery Book Club where fellow sleuths gather to discuss twists, turns, and page-turners that keep us guessing until the very end.
The November selection for the Mystery Book Club is “Celine” by Peter Heller.

Terrific Tales
2026-01-14 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-14 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.

Tummy Time
2026-01-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Tummy Time is a crucial activity for babies to build muscles in their neck, shoulders, and arms. Caregivers and babies are invited to socialize while the babies work on these skills. We will also include a book and music for a well-balanced program. Space is limited. Registration is required.
