Lackawanna County Library System

The Slime Squad: Spring Time
2025-04-01 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready to stretch, squish, and experiment! Join us each month for Slime Squad, a hands-on program where we’ll create a new type of slime—think glow-in-the-dark, color-changing, or even magnetic slime! Perfect for youth ages 10 and up, this program is all about creativity, science, and messy fun. All materials are provided, but registration is required to ensure enough supplies. Don’t miss out on the oozy excitement!
Our April slime is going to be Spring Slime.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Terrific Tales
2025-04-02 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-02 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-09 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.

Bookish: Teen Book Club: April 2 (New Date)
2025-04-02 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
📚 Bookish: Podcast Book Club: Exploring Alternate Realities! 🚀
What if the world wasn’t what it seemed? What if history changed, technology ruled, or you found yourself in a parallel universe? If you love books that bend reality, challenge what’s possible, and take you on mind-blowing adventures, this month’s Podcast Book Club is for you!
🍕 Food & Snacks Provided!
💡 How It Works:

Choose your own book! Read any fiction, nonfiction, manga, or graphic novel that explores alternate realities, dystopian futures, time loops, virtual worlds, or parallel universes.
Fill out our Google Form to receive your subscription box: HERE
Join us for food, fun, and an open discussion where we’ll share insights about our books, compare different realities, and talk about what makes these stories so compelling.
Be featured on our Podcast Book Club episode (if you’d like)!

Any questions please reach out to Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Scam Prevention for Seniors
2025-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging to learn about different types of scams that affect the senior population, how to identify them, and available resources for victims. Registration is required.

Music Movement and Me
2025-04-03 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.

Stamp n Swap
2025-04-03 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.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-04-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-04 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-04-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-11 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.

Friends of the Abington Community Library Spring Book Sale Preview
2025-04-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1301 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Preview sale for Friends members. Join or renew your membership at the sale. Annual Friends membership is $10/individual or $15/family.
Browse through thousands of adult, teen, and children’s books, audio-books, CDs and DVDs. Prices $.25 – $2.00. Credit cards accepted. If possible, please bring your own bags for your purchases. Proceeds benefit the library through the purchase of new materials, programs, and much more!

Minecraft BINGO
2025-04-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready for the Minecraft movie with an evening of Minecraft BINGO fun!
For ages 6-11.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Friends of the Abington Community Library Spring Book Sale
2025-04-05 08:30 - 14:00 | Clarks Summit United Methodist Church, 1301 Morgan Highway, Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Browse through thousands of adult, teen, and children’s books, audio-books, CDs and DVDs. Prices $.25 – $2.00. Credit cards accepted. If possible, please bring your own bags for your purchases. Proceeds benefit the library through the purchase of new materials, programs, and much more!

Knit a Clapotis (Clap-O-Tee)
2025-04-05 09:30 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Bonnie Strohl for this four week series and make a “Clapotis”, a knitted scarf-shawl.
Class will meet on Saturday April 5, 12, 26, & May 3 from 9:30-10:30 A.M.
Space is limited. Register once for the entire series.
This series is for individuals with basic knitting skills and experience.
The instructor will provide a list of materials for attendees to purchase and assess skill levels at the first class on April 5th.

Email: jdetter@albright.org with questions

Discovery Seekers
2025-04-07 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
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.

French Macarons
2025-04-07 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Zach Morgart-Filipski, a Culinary Institute of America graduate and owner of Zax Bakeshop, as he prepares traditional French Macarons!
Learn the difference between macarons and macaroons as well as the precise technique required for making this perfect French treat.
This is a demonstration and tasting class.

Little Book and Bake Shop Watercolor
2025-04-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
To celebrate National Library Week teens (ages 12-18) can participate in a watercolor class with instructor Cara Colombo. Teens will leave with a Little Book and Bake Shop watercolor piece.
Space is limited so please register. All supplies are provided.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org.

Seeds of Change: April
2025-04-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This month teens are working on their projects for the Electric City Flower Show.

Balanced Meals & Mindful Eating
2025-04-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Have you heard of Mindful Eating?

Join Catalyst Nutrition and Training and VanWert Counseling & Wellness, LLC to learn about this thoughtful approach to food, the eating experience, and balanced meal planning.

For ages 18 and older.

$5 per person.

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Learn the Violin
2025-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four weeks. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow through music!
📅 Duration: 4 weeks🎻 Requirement: Participants must bring their own violin📝 Registration: Required for the first class only
Sign up today and start your musical journey!

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-04-09 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 as a guest.

April in Paris: Watercolor Workshop
2025-04-09 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 piece titled “April in Paris.” This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make this vibrant design. $15 Materials Fee. Registration required. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the project.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-04-09 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Art Explorers
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun and inspiring art session where you’ll get to create your own masterpiece while exploring different artists and art techniques.
For ages 5-11.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Springtime Tales
2025-04-12 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fun and festive Spring and Easter-themed storytime! Celebrate the season with delightful stories that bring the spirit of spring to life. After the stories, children will get creative with a fun craft activity to make and take home.
Presented by the Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA) from Keystone College.
Ages 5-8
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Shakespeare Sundays
2025-04-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
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 April selection is The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021). This film is R rated and the program is for adults 18+.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment.
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
An evening session will also be offered at 5:00 PM.
