Lackawanna County Library System

Little Builders' Party
2025-09-18 11:30, 2025-09-17 11:30, 2025-09-16 11:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-09-18 10:30, 2025-09-17 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

Pottery Workshop
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Experience Pottery for a spook-tacular Halloween workshop! Craft your own monster planter or bowl using traditional hand-building techniques—perfect for a succulent or Halloween treats. Finished pieces will be glazed, fired, and returned as lasting keepsakes. $25 materials fee. For Adults. Registration required.

Plant-Based Charcuterie
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, September 17 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us for Wellness Wednesday!
Find some healthy, plant-based alternatives without sacrificing taste. Taste a sample of plant based “meats & cheeses.”
Registration is required. $10/person.

SPL Book Club: The Alice Network
2025-09-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on The Alice Network by Kate Quinn. An epic journey of two courageous women in an unforgettable tale of little-known wartime glory and sacrifice.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby or hoopladigital.com.

Constitution Day Dialogue: A Scranton Conversation
2025-09-17 18:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join your Scranton neighbors for a Constitution Day Dialogue. This dialogue is an opportunity to listen to others’ views and experiences and to share your own in a structured, facilitated format. Come ready to engage with your neighbors — not debate or persuade — and build better understanding.This event is presented by the University of Scranton Office of Community Relations. For more information, visit the Facebook event page. Please register online: www.surveymonkey.com/r/ConstitutionDialogue.

Reading Skills: Back to School
2025-09-17 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come boost your reading skills with Ms. Meghan! We will work on Phonics, sight words, vocabulary, and more!
For children in Kindergarten through Second Grade.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Flower Pounding Workshop
2025-09-17 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come enjoy learning the art of “flower pounding,” a unique way of preserving and repurposing flowers. Flower pounding is the process of transferring the color from fresh flowers to material or paper.
Watercolor paper will be used in this workshop. Your project can easily be turned into a greeting card or picture. Please bring a hammer if you are able and any flowers from your garden you would like to try. Paper, flowers and instruction will be provided.
Presented by Penn State Extension’s Master Gardeners. For adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Canaan Street Development
2025-09-17 14:15 - 15:15 | 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.

Movie: Karate Kid: Legends
2025-09-17 14:00 - 15:35 | 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 “Karate Kid: Legends“. fter kung fu prodigy Li Fong relocates to New York City, he attracts unwanted attention from a local karate champion and embarks on a journey to enter the ultimate karate competition with the help of Mr. Han and Daniel LaRusso. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 34 min

Russell Park Development
2025-09-17 13:00 - 14:00 | 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:
2 John Street
Carbondale, PA

Throop Civic Center
2025-09-17 11:00 - 12:00 | PA

Terrific Tales
2025-09-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-09-17 10:00 - 10:30 | 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.

Knot Another Stitch Group
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

EXPERIENCE ICELAND
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Where can you see towering waterfalls, powerful volcanoes, and icy glaciers, all in the same day?
Join Tony Larioni, Travel Professional, as he introduces you to the “Land of Fire and Ice” and explore the wonders of Iceland.
Email jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Novel Thoughts: Kid Confident
2025-09-16 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all middle schoolers! Let Ms. Meghan help you start the year off right by stopping in on any of these Tuesdays in September to get your own supplies and advice from the book “Kid Confident: How to Navigate Middle School.”

September 9: Planner Perfect – set up your planner or binder with fun pens, highlighters, and stickers to get organized.
September 16: Pencil Case Creations – design your own pencil case to take home.
September 23: Pony Bead Keychains – make a unique keychain for your backpack.

For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

The 5:30 Society
2025-09-16 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, September 16 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the third Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For September’s installment, they will be reading The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society by Mary Ann Shaffer.
No registration is required.

Tech Table
2025-09-16 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

Seeds of Change: September Meeting
2025-09-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This month the teens will be preparing the Sensory Garden for winter hibernation. New members are always welcome. This club is for ages 12 and up.
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Food Fun
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food and make some fun and tasty apple treats! For children in grades K-4. Please register.

Pocono Writers' Group
2025-09-16 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, September 16 at 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Writers of all skill and experience levels are invited to gather with creatives alike to discuss and share their current projects and ideas, extend their support through helpful advice and constructive critique, and motivate each other through the writing process. This group will gather in North Pocono Public Library’s Community Room every third Tuesday of the month.
No registration is required.

LEGO Crazy
2025-09-16 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind!
For kids ages 4 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tall Trees
2025-09-16 14:30 - 15:15 | PA

Our Lady of Peace
2025-09-16 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:
2300 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA

Mahjong
2025-09-16 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
2025-09-16 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..
