Nocturnal Neighbors
2025-07-31 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Discover Bats!In this exciting program presented by the Carbon County Environmental Education Center, we’ll bust some common bat myths and learn the real truth about these amazing animals. Look at the myths and reality of bats—then zoom in on the nine bat species that live right here in Pennsylvania!
Family Event

Ruby Slippers & Rainbow Sweets
2025-07-31 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens ages 12 and up are encouraged to join us in the kitchen for a Wizard of Oz themed cooking class.
Registration is required. Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-08-01 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-01 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-08-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-08 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Once Upon an Orchestra
2025-08-04 13:00 - 13:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Books Come Alive with Music!In this engaging and educational program, children will discover the magical connection between stories and music. Young audiences will be introduced to a variety of musical instruments and experience the excitement of attending a live orchestral concert. Talented musicians will bring a beloved book to life, using music to capture the emotion, characters, and themes of the story.
Featured book to be announced.
Presented by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic and will feature this years interns.
Family Event

Tote-ally Artsy
2025-08-04 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a chill afternoon decorating canvas tote bags! We’ll have all the supplies ready—just bring your ideas and leave with a tote you designed yourself.
This event is for ages 12 and up. Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-08-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-05 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.

Mahjong
2025-08-05 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.

School Readiness Storytime
2025-08-06 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kindergarten teacher Chris Beck for a fun and engaging storytime with a sprinkle of learning!
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
2nd Graders are welcome.
Please register for each date you plan to attend.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Watercolor Workshop: Invitation
2025-08-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful watercolor invitation (your choice from the provided templates). This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make one of these vibrant designs. $15 Materials Fee. Registration required. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the project(s).

Music Movement and Me
2025-08-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, 537 Venard Road, South Abington Twp., PA, 18411, United States
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.

Thursdays Together
2025-08-07 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Looking for a moment to unwind and connect? Join us for Thursdays Together—a casual weekly gathering at the Library. There’s no agenda, and no registration required. Just good company and conversation. Drop in any time, pull up a chair, and stay a while. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2025-08-07 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.

Stamp n Swap
2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
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.

Zine-Making Workshop with the Everhart
2025-08-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join the Everhart Museum at the library for a fun, hands-on zine-making workshop inspired by the Lackawanna County Library System’s summer reading theme, Color Our World! Children will create their very own mini-book—called a “zine”—using drawing, storytelling, and colorful imagination to explore what makes their world unique. Each participant will leave with a one-of-a-kind keepsake they designed themselves!
Ages 6-12
Registration is required.
This program is full. Please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Bubble Party
2025-08-08 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Celebrate the end of SummerQuest with endless bubbles, bubble play, music and dancing.
Family Event
Sponsored by the Abington Heights Civic League.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Bridge the Gap Math: 7th and 8th Grade
2025-08-08 17:30 - 18:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For incoming 7th and 8th graders.
Lemonade Stand Summer Challenge
In this session, students become young entrepreneurs running their own lemonade stands! They’ll work in teams to budget, price, and sell their lemonade for maximum profit. Along the way, they’ll face real-world math challenges, including supply shortages, customer demands, and unexpected events (weather changes, competition). The session blends practical math skills with collaborative decision-making and problem-solving.
Any questions please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org

Youth-Led Chess Club
2025-08-10 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our teen-led chess club for kids and teens ages 5 and up will be meeting on Sunday, August 10 from 2:30-4:30. New and experienced players alike are invited to join us.
Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Caring Hands
2025-08-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. No registration required.

Beaded Bookmarks
2025-08-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Mark your place in style with a personalized beaded bookmark! Design your own one-of-a-kind bookmark using colorful beads and charms.
All supplies provided Registration required
Any questions please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org

Food Fun for Littles
2025-08-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun making some fruity treats! We’ll have a variety of fruit to dip in chocolate, frosting, and/or whipped cream and then decorate with sprinkles! Drop-in between 6:00 and 7:00 PM. For ages 2-5 (not currently in kindergarten) with a parent/caregiver. Please register.

Teen Tech Tutors
2025-08-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Session 4 with our Teen Tech Tutors is Tuesday, August 12th from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Registration is necessary to hold your spot!

Note: you may experience a small wait since tech issues vary from quick fixes to deeper instruction.

Contact jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Terrific Tales
2025-08-13 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-08-13 11:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Yoga Together
2025-08-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get moving and grooving together in this fun and engaging Family Yoga Class!
During your time with Kerri, she will help each family connect to themselves and each other through practicing breathwork (Pranayama), moving their bodies through yoga poses (Asana), and helping to create a space for stillness and meditation.
For kids ages 4-9 and their adult(s).
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-08-13 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Tail Waggin’ Tutors program is designed to boost your child’s reading skills in a fun and furry way! Let your kids read aloud to certified therapy dogs who are eager to listen and provide gentle encouragement. It’s a paws-itively awesome opportunity for your kids to gain confidence and enjoy the magic of reading.
Stop by the craft table while waiting for a turn.
For kids in grades K-4.
This program is split into 2 half hour sessions so you can register your child(ren) for the 6:00-6:30 session or the 6:30- 7:00 session.
We ask that when you register you only count the child(ren). Please include all children participating in the guest count.

Monarch Butterfly Workshop
2025-08-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Help support monarch butterfly population growth! Discover how to find monarch eggs, raise caterpillars, and create a successful habitat right at home. You’ll also learn how to safely release butterflies and witness the wonder of their migration. Become a Monarch Butterfly Guardian and make a difference. For adults. Registration required.
