Lackawanna County Library System

Caring Hands
2025-10-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Sensory Exploration Day
2025-10-13 12:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Experience fall with all of your senses! We will have sensory activities for everyone, from fall-themed bins for babies to messy pumpkin experiments and more. Drop in anytime during the scheduled program window to play and experiment with us.
For all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lutherwood
2025-10-13 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
2025-10-13 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

Library CLOSED
2025-10-13 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Monday, October 13
North Pocono Public Library will be closed Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day/Christopher Columbus Day.

Sundays with Friends: Pocono Wildlife
2025-10-12 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Learn about the amazing animals that inhabit our area with Pocono Wildlife! Meet some of their animal ambassadors, learn about animal habitats, and find out how we can safely live near our wildlife.
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: Pumpkin "Guts" Oobleck
2025-10-11 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
No one ever knows what do with the insides of a pumpkin. Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to make pumpkin oobleck using the pumpkin “guts!” This is sure to be a scary good time! You do not want to miss it!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

NKH Teen Anime Club: Manga Tasting
2025-10-11 12:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our Teen Anime Club for a Manga Buffet! Whether you’re new to the world of Manga or just looking for a new title on your radar — come check out what Manga series the library system has to offer!
For teens ages 12 through 18.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Family Pottery Experience: Leaf-Impressed Luminaries
2025-10-11 11:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us at the Library for a pottery workshop with Experience Pottery open to all ages, where parents and children (ages 6+) can create together. Using real autumn leaves, hand-building techniques, and professional finishing, you’ll craft beautiful luminaries that glow with warm seasonal charm—perfect for your fall table and lasting family memories (afterwards your piece will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing). The materials fee is $25 per adult, while kids participate for free. Must register in person at the Library and payment is due at the time of registration. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org for questions or to see a picture of the project.

First Friends
2025-10-11 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

Friends of North Pocono Public Library Book Sale
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-09 16:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, October 9 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.
Friday, October 10 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
(Friends of North Pocono Public Library)
Media and bargain lovers alike, mark your calendars!
From October 9 to October 11, North Pocono Public Library’s community room will transform into the free admission Friends of North Pocono Public Library’s Annual Book Sale, laden with literary gems as well as captivating CDs and DVDs spanning genres that cater to every taste.
The best part? It’s a pay-as-you-wish event, allowing you to contribute what feels right while helping further the mission of North Pocono Public Library.

Coloring Club
2025-10-10 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
2025-10-10 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.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-10-10 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-10 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

No Toddler Time Today!
2025-10-10 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
No Toddler Time today! See you next time!

Fell Charter
2025-10-10 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
2025-10-09 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 Cinema Club
2025-10-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a viewing of Scooby-Doo (2002). Both video and board games will be available as alternative options!

Spooky, Silly Storytime
2025-10-09 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Tech Table
2025-10-09 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

Drawing 101
2025-10-09 16:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We invite anyone interested in tapping into their creative side through drawing to join us! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
For adults. Participants must register for both October sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Thursdays Together
2025-10-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a chill weekly hangout at the Library! No agenda. No pressure. No registration. Just good vibes, great convos, and a seat waiting for you. Drop in anytime. Pull up a chair and stay as long as you’d like. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2025-10-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.

Building Buddies
2025-10-09 12:00 - 12:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Preschool and Elementary school age children can explore our collection of building manipulatives with a new building theme each week!

Toddlers on the Move
2025-10-09 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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

Block Party
2025-10-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Grab & Go: Pumpkin Sign
2025-10-09 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, October 9
(Children’s Programming)
Celebrate Fall!
Children of all ages are invited to pick up a craft kit to make at home. This month we are making a pumpkin sign for fall. Craft kits will be available at the front desk while supplies last.
No registration required.
