Lackawanna County Library System

Preschool Stories
2026-02-10 10:30 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 10 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-02-10 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

Maker Monday: St. Patrick's Day Door Hanger
2026-02-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a delightful evening of crafting! In this class, you’ll have the opportunity to create a St. Patrick’s Day Thread Spool Door Hanger.
To attend this class, registration is mandatory. Fortunately, the supplies are provided and there is no cost to participate.

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

Read to Dogs
2026-02-09 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, February 9 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.

Winter ASL
2026-02-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library is excited to continue to offer beginner ASL (American Sign Language) programs due to the high interest. Come learn some winter and Valentine’s Day words and phrases with our instructor Nicole Miller on Monday, February 9 at 5:30 P.M. This program is for kids, teens, and adults ages 8 and older. This program will be taught by a lifelong ASL user, Nicole Miller, and Daphne MacLeod, an experienced interpreter. Between the two presenters, attendees will get to see full conversations in ASL and see examples of how various people learn this language. Registration is required.

Monday Book Club
2026-02-09 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

First Friends
2026-02-09 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

Bookworms Book Club: All The King's Men
2026-02-08 14:00 - 15:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join the Bookworms Club at Albright Memorial Library this month we’ll be reading All the King’s Men by Robert Penn Warren. Whether you’re a longtime fan of literary fiction or new to Warren’s work, this discussion promises to be thought-provoking and rewarding.

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

Lego Club
2026-02-08 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

Video Game Club: Kirby and the Forgotten Land
2026-02-07 18:00, 2026-02-04 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Kirby as he discovers the mystery of the meteor and levels up by getting a mouthful of real-world objects! How much can Kirby eat? Find out at one of the two February meetings of our Video Game Club!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Shadowrun Teen Role-Playing Game
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
In a future where you’re more employee than citizen, cybernetic warriors fight alongside digital sorcerers and cyberspace thieves to benefit their corporate sponsors. In this one-shot introduction to the game Shadowrun, our players will take the role of metahuman runners trying to survive another night in a magical dystopia; and we do mean survive here, runner. If you want to try a new Role-Playing Game where there are no heroes and every power has a cost, come join us for this Teen RPG afternoon!

Puzzle Swap
2026-02-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Bring in your gently used puzzles starting January 26 to the Valley Community Library to receive tickets for the Puzzle Swap on February 7 between 2:00-3:00 p.m. You may exchange each ticket for one puzzle.

Dungeons & Dragons
2026-02-07 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, February 7 and February 21 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.

Friends of NPPL Meeting - February 2026
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, February 7 at 10:00 A.M.
(Friends of North Pocono Public Library)
Be a friend!
Looking for ways to give back to your community? The Friends of North Pocono Public Library welcome longtime library lovers and new supporters alike to their monthly meeting. Connect, share ideas, and help plan exciting events for the library like North Pocono’s annual Book Sale, raffle baskets for the annual Garden Gala, Burgers, Books, & Brews, and more!
No registration is required, but feel free to let us know you’re coming if you’re new!

Coloring Club
2026-02-06 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 children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Knit and Crochet Group
2026-02-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every other Friday. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided
Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-02-06 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required to attend.

Building Block Party
2026-02-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Building with blocks enhances a child’s problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, mathematics, social skills, along with language and literacy abilities! We invite kids ages 2-5 to come and have fun at our Building Block Party on Friday, February 6 at 10:30 A.M. We will have lots of fun blocks for the youngest of builders to create with. Registration required.

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 10:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical. No registration is required to attend.

Speed Friending
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a night of Speed Friending, a one-of-a-kind social event designed to connect people in a fun, fast, and exciting way! Unlike speed dating, this event is all about friendship, making it the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded people in Scranton. Whether you’re new to the area or looking to expand your social circle, Speed Friending can help turn fun conversations into meaningful new connections.

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

Teen Game Night
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an evening with our Nintendo Switch and board games! Teens are also welcome to bring their own games as well.
This program is for teen ages 12-18.

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
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Valentine Storytime
2026-02-05 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Our favorite day to celebrate those we love is right around the corner. Join us for this Valentine’s Day themed program where we will share fun stories, songs, and treats, and make very special valentines for ourselves!
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Cookbook Club
2026-02-05 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join us at the Valley Community Library on the first Thursday of the month at 5:30 p.m. Choose a recipe from the selected cookbook during the prior month and register at the front desk. Make the recipe at home and bring your creation to the meeting. Everyone will discuss the recipes and try each other’s dishes. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Drawing 101
2026-02-05 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 all 4 sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tech Table
2026-02-05 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

Art Explorers
2026-02-05 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun, hands-on art session where kids will create their own masterpieces while discovering different artists and techniques.
For ages 5-11, 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.
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Movie: One Battle After Another
2026-02-05 14:00 - 16:45 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at the Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is “One Battle After Another” (Wednesday, February 4th): When their evil nemesis resurfaces after 16 years, a band of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue the daughter of one of their own.

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

Adult Color and Chat Afternoon
2026-02-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Relax and color while you chat with new friends.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-02-05 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
