In Memoriam: An Exploration of Victorian Mourning Culture

Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room 500 Vine Street, Scranton

Please join the Scranton Public Library and fashion historian, Emily Lance, as we discuss mourning customs from the Victorian era. They will discuss the stages of mourning, hair jewelry, post-mortem […]

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St. Clare/St. Paul School (Main)

St. Clare/St. Paul School (Main)
Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

This stop is ONLY for students and staff.  Here, visitors can: Register for a library card Check out or return materials Request holds for future visits Materials borrowed from this stop can be […]

ABC Play with Me

ABC Play with Me
Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

Young children and their parents are invited to interact with developmentally appropriate play stations and meet new friends during this learning through play program. Parents will also have an opportunity […]

Toddler Storytime

Toddler Storytime
Taylor Community Library 710 S Main St., Taylor

Join Miss Mary on Thursday morning for stories and a craft.  Space is limited and registration is required, so be sure to register your children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old […]

Stories with Cal & Newbery

Stories with Cal & Newbery
Lackawanna County Children’s Library 520 Vine St., Scranton

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 […]

Little Builders’ Party

Little Builders’ Party
Lackawanna County Children’s Library 520 Vine St., Scranton

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 […]

Scrabble Group

Scrabble Group
Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.  

Adult Craft: Terracotta Pot Scarecrow

Valley Community Library 739 River St., Peckville

Create your own fall home decor. Sign ups start on the first Friday that we are open on the month before the craft – Friday, September  4 at 10:00 AM. […]

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Free Senior Tech Tutoring

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
Taylor Community Library 710 S Main St., Taylor

Technology giving you trouble? We’re here to help! Our Tech tutors will be available to help answer your questions about cellphones, laptops, tablets, and more - just bring your device […]

TCG Teens

TCG Teens

A passive library program for teens where they can play various trading card games.  

Teen Anime Club: “Spirited Away”

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton

Come watch a Studio Ghibli classic with the Teen Anime Club! During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches, […]

Spooky Sparks

Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

Get ready for some spooky, hands-on fun! Create your own color-changing “crystal” ball and a spooky Halloween lantern for fun with magic and glowing lights. For ages 8-12 Registration is […]

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Teen Game Night

Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

For teens ages 12-18 Join other teens in playing a variety of board and card games! Game night is held monthly on the fourth Thursday. Bring a game you love […]

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Tech Table

Tech Table
Albright Memorial Library 500 Vine Street, Scranton

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 […]

Board Game Night

Valley Community Library 739 River St., Peckville

Play board games from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on October 22 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

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Rebellious Readers

Valley Community Library 739 River St., Peckville

Join our nontraditional book club at the Valley Community Library on October 22 at 5:30 p.m. There is no assigned book; just come ready to discuss the books you enjoyed […]

Halloween Soap Workshop

Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

Join Nika Fajnorova as we learn the art of soap making. Attendees will create and leave with two bars of their very own artisanal Halloween soap. $35 Materials Fee. For […]

Halloween Dance Party

Lackawanna County Children’s Library 520 Vine St., Scranton

Join us in your costume for our annual Halloween Dance Party! There will not be any tricks, only treats! All ages are welcome to attend. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 […]

Teen Halloween Party

Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab 520 Vine Street, Scranton

Happy (almost) Halloween! Celebrate the holiday with snacks, drinks, games, and a costume contest! Prizes will be awarded for the top costumes. This program is for teens ages 12-18 Albright […]

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Families Helping Families

Families Helping Families
Abington Community Library 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit

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.