Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-06-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-07-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-11 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

Protein Bowls
2025-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Judy Detter on Monday, June 30th at 11:00 A.M. for “Protein Bowls”, mixing vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds to create a satisfying and healthy meal. (note: for those with food allergies or food sensitivities, nuts, soy, and dairy will be used)
This is an educational and tasting class for ages 18 and older. There is a $3 materials fee.
Email jdetter@albright.org with any questions

The Ridiculous Nicholas Show
2025-06-30 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Kick off SummerQuest with Ridiculous Nicholas!
Get ready for a joke-packed, interactive family comedy show that includes some of the most RIDICULOUS stunts, and tricks you’ve ever witnessed!
For all ages.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2025-06-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our ongoing series will feature our Director, Allyson Wind, who will instruct attendees in how to prepare Strawberry Jam using berries from Pallman’s Farm. 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.

Block Party
2025-07-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

School Readiness Storytime
2025-07-02 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.

Pottery Workshop- Paint Palette Cheeseboard
2025-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening designing your own paint palette cheeseboard! 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.

Music Movement and Me
2025-07-03 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
2025-07-03 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.

Splatter & Spark: 4th of July Painting Workshop
2025-07-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
At our Do Art painting workshops, we will all paint together with our own canvases and canvas paper, all paints, brushes, and canvases provided. A great time to tap into your own creations while sharing the experience and inspiration with others. We will guide through different techniques, paint mixing, shading and help with all creative inquiries.. More than one painting is encouraged and everyone will go home with stickers, and other materials to help further their creativity.
This event is for teens ages 12 and up.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Library Closed: Independence Day
2025-07-04 | PA
Abington Community Library will be closed on Friday, July 4 to observe Independence Day.

Puppet Show: A Joe Flashlight Mystery
2025-07-07 16:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Joe Flashlight and the Secret of the Old Sock
Something sneaky afoot at the museum, and Detective Joe Flashlight is on the case! Help Joe and a crew of colorful characters explore art galleries and learn the secret of the old sock puppet. There’s more to this mystery than meets the eye in this creative conundrum for our puppet gumshoe!
Presented by Adam Schwartz Puppets
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library
Family Event
Geared towards ages 5-10, but the whole family is welcome!

Deco by the Sea: Shell Decoupage Class for Teens
2025-07-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join artist Cara Colombo for a hands-on workshop where teens will learn the art of decoupage using real seashells as their canvas. This relaxing and creative class will teach techniques for layering paper, sealing designs, and transforming plain shells into beautiful, beachy works of art.
No experience needed—just bring your creativity! All materials will be provided, and everyone will go home with their own custom shell masterpiece.
Ages 12 and up.
Any questions please email Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-07-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-08 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.

Teen Tech Tutors
2025-07-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Need help with your cell phone, iPad, or laptop?
The Library will be hosting teen tutors who will answer questions and provide technical assistance with your devices.
Session 2 is Tuesday, July 8, 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 these are “drop in hours” and tech issues vary from quick fixes to deeper instruction.
Contact jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Colorful World of Birds
2025-07-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Explore the vibrant world of birds through fun, hands-on crafts and activities! Children will enjoy creating colorful art and nature-inspired projects while learning about our feathered friends.
For ages 4-11
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.

Seeds of Change: July
2025-07-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This month the teen garden club will be venturing outside to do some planting. New members are always welcome and will receive a gardening kit to use each month.
Any questions please email Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Terrific Tales
2025-07-09 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-09 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.

Festival of Stories Project Meeting
2025-07-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Festival of Stories is coming August 1st! Kids entering grades 4-5, 6-8 and 9-12 can participate in art, acting, writing, and/or trivia. Need help or want to work with your team on your project? We’re here to help! We’ll have space and materials available to help you with your project. Please register so that we know how much space is needed. Questions? Email nburke@albright.org for grades 4-5 and 6-8 or mgraham@albright.org for grades 9-12.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-07-09 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 in the guest count.

Makeup Class
2025-07-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Gabrielle Hedden to learn the secrets to the makeup world—perfect for beginners and beauty lovers alike. Learn about products, techniques, and tips to make your look last all day for work, vacation, school, etc. Registration required. For Ages 14 and up and Adults.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-07-09 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Framed & Charmed: DIY Picture Frame Class for Teens
2025-07-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
🖼️✨ Make your memories shine!
Join us for a fun and creative session where you’ll turn a plain picture frame into a personalized masterpiece using charms, beads, mini trinkets, and more! Whether you’re framing a favorite photo, a Polaroid, or a mini art piece, this DIY project is the perfect way to show off your unique style.
We’ll provide:

A picture frame for each participant

Tons of decorative charms and materials

Glue, tools, and all supplies needed to design your frame

No experience necessary—just bring your creativity (and maybe a photo to frame if you’d like!).
🎯 For Teens – Ages 12 and up🎟️ Free – registration required
Leave with a frame that’s as unique as you are, ready to display or gift! 📸💖

Home Tweet Home: Lackawanna County Birdhouses
2025-07-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Paint a birdhouse to be displayed at the Everhart Museum during September. This event is for patrons of all-ages.
When registering please register the people who will be decorating a birdhouse. You will receive your birdhouse in October when the display comes down.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Yoga Together
2025-07-12 13:00 - 14:00 | 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).
Stay tuned for August.
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.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2025-07-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
On Sundays July 13 and 27 children and teens ages 5 and up are invited to learn and play chess.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org
