Lackawanna County Library System

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-03-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-24 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-03-31 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-07 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Cruise into Kindergarten is an interactive story time which features stories, music, creative play and exploration and supports School Readiness.
pre-registration is required.

Drop In Tech Assistance - Wednesdays
2026-03-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-08 11:00 - 12:00
A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.
Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

TCG Club
2026-03-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-26 16:00 - 19:00
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck, play some games, and have some fun with local friends! We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but are open to other trading card games as well.
-Ages: Teens/Adults

Little Farmers Club
2026-03-20 11:00 - 12:00
The Little Farmers Club is a monthly program designed to bring farming basics for our younger kids. For age 4-7.
This month, Miss Kristin will be here to teach us about horses.
This program is free but registration is required.

Friday Movie Club
2026-03-20 11:00 - 13:00
Every other week, beginning March 6, we will have a matinee showing of a new movie in our collection. During March, we are showcasing two films featuring 2026 Oscar nominated performances. Please make sure to register for this program before the day of.
On March 6th, we will be watching “Song Sung Blue”: “Based on a true story, two down-on-their-luck musicians form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band, proving it’s never too late to find love and follow your dreams.”
On March 20th we will be watching “Blue Moon”: “On the evening of March 31, 1943, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart confronts his shattered self-confidence in Sardi’s bar as his former collaborator, Richard Rodgers, celebrates the opening night of his ground-breaking hit musical, “Oklahoma!””

Fandom Fanatics: Marvel
2026-03-21 15:00 - 17:00
Fandom Fanatics: Marvel: Fans are invited to come watch a movie paired with trivia, find out what hero they are with a quiz, and design their own costume!
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Seed Starting: Beyond the Peat Pot
2026-03-23 13:30 - 15:00
Get started early on your 2026 garden. Master Gardener, Christine Sweeny, will discuss unique methods for starting plants from seed indoors.
This meeting of the library’s Garden Club is free but registration is required.

ESL for Adults
2026-03-24 16:30 - 17:30, 2026-03-31 16:30 - 17:30
Every Tuesday in March at 4:30 P.M. nonenglish speakers are welcome to learn ESL at the Carbondale Public Library. This program is free of charge and open to all community members. Please register at the link below!

Todos los martes de marzo a las 4:30 de la noche las personas que no hablan inglés están invitadas a aprender Inglés en la biblioteca pública al Carbondale. Este programa es gratuito y está abierto a todos los miembros de la comunidad.
https://forms.gle/JyfZrPdrZh54kjQ9A

Library Board Meeting
2026-03-24 18:00 - 19:00
Our board meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6pm on the second floor in the Conference Room of the Carbondale Public Library.
The meetings for 2026 are as follows:
Tuesday January 27
Tuesday February 24
Tuesday March 24
Tuesday April 28
Tuesday May 26
Tuesday June 23
Tuesday July 28
Tuesday August 25
Tuesday September 22
Tuesday October 27
Tuesday November 24
The board does not meet in December.

Meet the Mayor
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:00
Get to know Carbondale’s mayor, Michele Bannon, at this new monthly program! Over light refreshments, community members will have the opportunity to discuss the City of Carbondale in a productive and casual conversation about the town. This program is open to all, but registration is required.

Library Littles: Silly Dances
2026-03-26 11:00
Miss Laureen will join us for a special Library Littles to sing and dance to silly songs.

Book Club
2026-03-26 13:00 - 15:00
The Carbondale Public Library Book Club typically meets on the last Thursday of the month with the exception of holiday closings.
Book Club List 2026
Jan – Rebecca – Daphne du Maurier (Classic)
Feb – Local Woman Missing – Mary Kubica (Chilling Thriller)
Mar – Keeping Faith – Jodi Picoult (Contemporary)
Apr – The River is Waiting – Wally Lamb (Contemporary)
May – Atmosphere – Taylor Jenkins Reid (Historical Romance)
Jun – The Berry Pickers – Amanda Peters (Tragic Mystery)
Jul – Nobody’s Fool – Harlan Coben (Thriller)
Aug – The Briar Club – Kate Quinn (Female Friendships)
Sep – The Four Winds – Kristin Hannah (Historical Fiction)
Oct – Don’t Let Him In – Lisa Jewell (Psychological Thriller)
Nov – Presumed Guilty – Scott Turow (Mystery)
Dec – The View from Lake Como – Adriana Trigiani (Hilarious)

Grief Support Group
2026-03-26 17:30 - 18:30
Residential Hospice offers a safe space to discuss different types of grief and find healing through community at the Carbondale Public Library. This group will serve as a resource for anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one to find emotional support and coping strategies with a professional healthcare group. This program is open to anyone of any age. Registration is required and can be done at the library or by calling us at 570-282-4281.

Kid's Creation Station
2026-03-27 15:00 - 16:00
Children ages 3-11 can try out fun crafts using our Makerspace cart.

Craft & Yap: DIY Accessories
2026-03-28 13:00 - 14:00
Bring a friend (or two or three!) and decorate your own claw clip, mini hairbrush, or comb with charms and jewels at this new program for adults. Each month, we will make a new craft, and adults of all ages are welcome to sit, relax, and spend the afternoon crafting something they can take home. All materials will be provided, but registration is required.

Hidden History: WWI and WWII Propaganda Posters
2026-03-28 15:00 - 17:00
Did you know that during World War I, posters were the most impactful form of communication to the public than at any other point in human history? Join American historian Kassidy Cobb as she shares more fascinating history about World War I and World War II era propaganda posters. This program will be a virtual presentation held in our conference room and requires registration. Please call CPL at 570-282-4281 to register.

Easter Egg Hunt
2026-04-02
Patrons are welcome to visit throughout the day to hunt for some Easter eggs in exchange for a prize.
-Ages: 0-18 (Birth to Teens)

Seed Library Opens
2026-04-06
Celebrate Community Garden week with the opening of the Carbondale Public Library’s annual Seed Library. Take seeds, donate seeds (must be labeled with the exact variety), and grow your own gardens!

Self Care DIY
2026-04-07 15:00 - 17:00
Middle Grade to Teens invited to make 3 different DIY self-care crafts. We will be making Relaxation Cloud Putty, Sleep Pillow Spray, and a Scented Heating Pad. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.
-Ages: 8+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Novel-Tea Book Club
2026-04-10 14:00 - 15:00
Relax, enjoy tea, and discuss what books you’ve been reading while getting recommendations from others. A variety of teas will be served.
Registration is appreciated.
Need some inspiration? This month we celebrate National Library Week! Recommend a book that brings you happiness in honor this year’s theme “Find Your Joy”!

Drop in Tech Assistance - Fridays
2026-04-10 15:00 - 16:00

Fandom Fanatics: Stranger Things
2026-04-11 15:00 - 16:00
Fandom Fanatics: Stranger Things: Fans are invited to play games, make a craft, participate in trivia, and listen to music. Themed snacks will be provided.
-Ages: 8+ (Children, Teens, Family)
