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Why read during the summer?

Reading is important to help prevent the "summer slide," also known as summer learning loss. Studies show that consistent reading during the summer months can help students maintain or even improve their reading skills, ensuring they return to school ready to learn. Reading during...
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Art with the Everhart

Join the Everhart Museum for a fun, hands-on zine-making workshop! Children will create their very own mini-book using drawing, storytelling, and colorful imagination to explore what makes their world unique. For children ages 6 to 12. Register at your local...
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The Colorful World of Bugs and Insects

Experience the world of entomology like never before at your local Library this summer! Ryan “The BugMan” Bridge will bring the colorful world of insects to our Lackawanna County Library System locations throughout July, and kids of all ages will have the opportunity to learn...
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Art In The Park 2025

Join the Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department for their free Art In The Park series at multiple parks throughout the summer. The Lackawanna County Library System is happy to be a part of this annual event again this year!...
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Did you know?

Did you know that singing to your baby helps with language development, early brain development, improved physical health, and development of listening and motor skills? And the best part is that babies don't care about your singing ability! So sing...
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Block Party

Does your child love to design elaborate creations with blocks? And then knock them down and start all over again? Then our Block Party is the perfect activity for you and your toddler! Join us on Wednesday April 23 from...
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Mother’s Day Pictures to Support the Library!

Schedule a Mother's Day or Easter portrait to support the Valley Community Library! Pictures will be at the library at 739 River Street, Peckville. March 15th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMMarch 16th, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pictures are $15...
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Music Movement and Me

Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first Thursday of the month. We'll enjoy stories, songs, signing, crafts, and of course bubbles! The school is located at 537 Venard Road, South Abington...
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Join Us for an Epic PokeQuest All-Ages Event!

Attention Pokémon fans! We have an exciting event lined up just for you. Mark your calendars for August 2 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and get ready for a fantastic Pokémon adventure. Whether you're a veteran Trainer or just starting...
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Art in the Park – Summer 2024

Join the Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department for their free Art In The Park series at multiple parks throughout the summer. The Lackawanna County Library System is happy to be a part of this annual event again this year!...
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