Lackawanna County Library System

Youth-Led Chess Club
2025-01-26 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us every other Sunday from 2:30-4:30 PM for our Teen-Hosted Chess Club, where youth ages 7-16 can learn and enjoy the game of chess! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, our knowledgeable teen hosts will provide instruction and tips to help you improve your skills. Chess boards and clocks will be available for use, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Enjoy some snacks while you play, and check out books from our collection to practice your skills between meetings. Come, make new friends, and discover the strategic fun of chess!
January and February Schedule:
January 26th
February 9th
February 23th
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Pie-O-Rama: A Teen-Led Pie-Making Workshop
2025-01-27 16:00 - 17:00
Get ready to roll, fill, and bake! 🥧 Join us for Pie-O-Rama, a hands-on pie-making class led by our amazing Teen Leadership Group. Middle school students will learn the basics of making a perfect pie, from crafting a flaky crust to creating delicious fillings.
Whether you’re a baking beginner or a future pie pro, this workshop will be sweet fun for everyone. Plus, you’ll get to take home your very own pie to share (or not—we won’t judge)!
📅 When: Monday, Januray 27
👥 Who: Middle school students, ages 10-13
Spots are limited, so grab yours before they’re all gobbled up! 🥧✨
Any questions please reach out to Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Cookbook Club
2025-01-27 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from that month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club selection will be “Skinnytaste: Meal Prep” by Gina Homolka. We recommend bringing to-go containers for any possible leftovers that might be available during the club. If you have any questions please e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-01-28 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-01-28 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-02-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-04 13:00 - 13:30
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.

Mickey's Magical Treats
2025-01-28 16:00 - 17:00
🎉 Calling all Disney fans! Join us for Mickey’s Magical Treats, where the magic of Disney meets delicious creativity! Kids ages 8-12 will get to design and decorate donuts inspired by their favorite Disney characters. Whether it’s Mickey, Minnie, or a princess-inspired creation, the possibilities are as endless as your imagination.
All supplies will be provided, so bring your creativity and your love for all things Disney! Space is limited, so don’t miss out on this magical culinary adventure.
📋 Registration Required: please only register the youth participating in the program
✨ “If you can dream it, you can do it!” — Walt Disney

Terrific Tales
2025-01-29 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-01-29 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-02-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-05 11:00 - 11:30
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Let's Talk About Core Strengthening
2025-01-29 17:00 - 18:00
Megan McClary, PT, DPT returns to discuss the importance of a strong core and simple exercises to incorporate into daily life.
Wednesday, January 29th at 5:00 P.M.
Ages 18+

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2025-01-29 18:00 - 19:00
Our ongoing series will feature Lauren Deily, from Evil Sweet by Lulu, who will instruct attendees in how to prepare Hummingbird Cake. This will be a cooking and tasting demo. Materials Fee- $3. For Adults. Registration is required. If registration is full e-mail MRichardson@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Dog Man's Paw-some Adventures
2025-01-30 16:00 - 18:00
Join us for a paws-itively fun drop-in program filled with themed activities celebrating the Dog Man movie coming to theaters! Explore different stations all inspired by the adventures of Dog Man by Dav Pilkey!
Family Event: Geared towards ages 6-12, but kids ages 2 and up are welcome to join us.
Please count each child participating in the guest count.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-01-31 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-01-31 11:00 - 11:30
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Shakespeare Sundays
2025-02-02 14:30 - 16:30
Join us for our series delving into William Shakespeare’s works. We will be showing a production of one of Shakespeare’s works monthly. The February selection is The Comedy of Errors (1978). For Adults.

Discovery Seekers
2025-02-03 04:00 - 16:30
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
This month we will explore penguins with a variety of hands-on activities. How do penguin feathers work? How tall are penguins? How do penguins stay warm?
For Ages 5-10.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Exploring ASL for Adults
2025-02-03 18:30 - 19:00
For adult parents and caregivers: learn basic ASL signs appropriate for families. Please give a 6 week commitment. Please note: this is not an academic class and no certificate will be earned. Registration is required; you only need to register once for the series of classes.

Abington Community Library Board Meeting
2025-02-03 19:00 - 20:00
The Abington Community Library Board of Trustees will meet in the Ryon Room at the library. This meeting is open to the public.

Tap Away the Winter Blues
2025-02-04 12:00 - 12:45
Join Jaclene Devine, Owner of Devine School of Dance LLC, for an exciting four week series “Adult Intro to Tap”.
The series will be held every Tuesday in February from 12:00 to 12:45 P.M.
Attendance at all four sessions is required. Space is limited. Register once for the entire series.
BYOTS = Bring Your Own Tap Shoes
TAPfit is a great website to visit for “slip on” taps.

Email Jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Flamboyance in Bloom
2025-02-04 17:00 - 18:00
Get ready to let your creativity take flight! Join us for Flamboyance in Bloom, a fun and vibrant program where teens (ages 12-17) will decorate their very own lawn flamingos. Whether you’re into glitter, paint, or quirky accessories, this is your chance to personalize your feathered friend and make it uniquely yours.
No artistic experience is needed—just bring your imagination! All materials will be provided. At the end of the event, you’ll have a fabulous flamingo to take home and display in your garden, porch, or room.
Don’t miss this flamboyant celebration of creativity and fun—grab your spot before it flies away!

Planning for Post High School Education
2025-02-04 18:00 - 19:00
Join Kelly Flowers, certified Ramsey Financial Coach and owner of Eleven14 Financials, as she educates parents and students on how to take control of their financial situation to help pay for college. Level Up programs, 529 plans, and scholarship opportunities will be discussed.
This program is ideal for both parents and students ages 16 and older.

Feathered Fortresses
2025-02-05 16:00 - 17:00
Birds are amazing architects! We will take a look a some fascinating types of nest and how they are designed before using our own art skills to design and build our own nest.
For ages 5-10.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Pysanky Valentine's Workshop
2025-02-05 18:00 - 20:00
Create your own Ukrainian Pysanky Valentine’s egg with facilitator Tammy Budnovitch. This class will be a beginner’s step-by-step instruction to help you create a beautiful Valentine’s egg. Materials cost is $25 per person payable to the instructor, and all supplies will be provided. Bring your kistka and beeswax if you have taken class before. For adults. For a picture of the egg or to be added to the waitlist e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Music Movement and Me
2025-02-06 10:00 - 11:00
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 Township, PA 18411. Recommended for ages birth-5; siblings welcome. No signing experience required. Please register.

Cursive Club
2025-02-06 16:00 - 17:00
Learn or improve your handwriting skills with sensory activities that make practicing fun! Whether you’re just learning or mastering cursive we’ve got creative ways to help you practice. From textured surfaces to playful tools, handwriting has never been more engaging. Come join us for a hands-on experience!
This is an 8 week series. We do ask you to make as many sessions as possible as we will learn new letters each week.
For ages 7-11.
Registration is required. You only need to register once for all 8 weeks.
This program is full.

Stamp n Swap
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:00
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers – bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. Registration required. Register below.

Pottery Workshop
2025-02-06 18:00 - 20:00
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening designing your own bird feeder! Afterwards your piece will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing, transforming it into a beautiful keepsake to enjoy for years to come. $25 Materials Fee. For Adults. Registration required.
