Kid's Creation Station
2026-02-27 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Children ages 3-11 can try out fun crafts using our Makerspace cart.

Grief Support Group
2026-02-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-02-12 10:30 - 11:30
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.

TCG Club
2026-02-26 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-19 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-12 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-05 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

Book Club
2026-02-26 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)

Library Board Meeting
2026-02-24 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.

Family Place
2026-02-24 17:30 - 18:30
Meet families, explore toys, make crafts, and talk with community professionals in this fun and informal setting. For families with children ages 0-3 but siblings under five are welcome.
Registration is highly appreciated.

ESL Classes
2026-02-24 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-02-10 16:30 - 18:00
Every Tuesday in February 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 miércoles de enero a las 6 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. Por favor, inscribase utilizando el siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/JyfZrPdrZh54kjQ9A

Garden Club
2026-02-23 13:30 - 15:00
Seed Starting – Beyond the Peat Pot
Get started early on your 2026 garden. Master Gardener, Christine Sweeny, will discuss unique methods for starting plants from seed indoors. This program is free but registration is required.
To register, please call the library at 570-282-4281

Fandom Fanatics: Stranger Things
2026-02-21 15:00 - 16:00
Fans are invited to play games, make a craft, participate in trivia, and listen to music. Themed snacks will be provided.
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Little Farmers Club
2026-02-20 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 Tractors and how farmers do their jobs.
This program is free but registration is required.

Library Littles: Tooth Fairy
2026-02-19 11:00 - 12:00
The tooth fairy will read us stories about taking good care of our teeth and she will be available to take photos afterward.

American Civil War Stories: USCT
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00
Join historian Kassidy Cobb for a fascinating historical discussion about the American Civil War and the unsung regiments of the Union Army, the United States Colored Troops. A descendant of a soldier in the USCT, Kassidy, will share stories from the Civil War, including the critical role the USCT played in the Union’s victory. Registration for this program is required.

Choose Your Own Adventure
2026-02-17 16:00 - 17:00
Book Club for Grades 3-6, New Monthly program. We will explore adventure stories and historical fiction. Attendees will get to help choose the next book/theme for each coming month.

Novel-Tea
2026-02-13 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? Read something that fits our Winter Reading Theme: Reading Starts a Revolution. Alternatively, it’s Friday the 13th; read something superstitious!
-For adults and older teens.

Library Littles: Valentine's Day Party
2026-02-12 11:00 - 12:00
We will have a Valentine’s Day themed Library Littles story time followed by Valentine’s Day treats and activities.

K is for Keystone Storytime
2026-02-11 17:30 - 18:30
Celebrating America250 and Pennsylvania with “K is for Keystone” by Kristen Kane.
Special Guest, Michele Dembesky, from the Daughters of the American Revolution, will come in costume to help bring the past to life!
This program is free but registration is highly requested.

Teen Reading Lounge
2026-02-11 16:00 - 17:00
Teens have an opportunity to enjoy the library’s services, while also impacting its future! Teens are welcome to share book suggestions and resources while also helping inspire and take the lead in helping us create a better library for our young adults.
-Ages: 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

Fandom Fanatics: Hamilton
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00
Hamilton fans are invited to play games, enjoy themed snacks, and make a fun craft.
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Make & Take: Valentine's Candy Jars
2026-02-07 12:00 - 13:00
Children, Teens, and their grown-ups are welcome to come create a special Valentine Candy Jar. Materials will be provided by the library. Supplies are limited so registration is required.
-Ages: 7+

Tinkering Teens
2026-02-04 16:00 - 18:00
Valentine Edition! (First Wednesdays of the Month, February 4th from 4PM-6PM)
Tinkering Teens is a young adult crafter hobby group that meets every first Wednesday of the month. February’s program will be Valentine’s Day themed. We will be making heart-shaped pillows with fabric and filling. Advanced crafters are welcome to embroider their pillows. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
For ages 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Bridgerton Social Tea
2026-01-31 15:00 - 16:30
Ladies and gentlemen of the ton, you are cordially invited to the first event of the social season! Join us as we discuss the first part of the newest season of “Bridgerton” over tea and treats and meet fellow fans of the series. This program is for adults, and registration is preferred. Please register by calling the library at 570-282-4281.

NFL Trivia Night
2026-01-30 18:00 - 19:00
One weekend before the Super Bowl, test your knowledge and expertise at this after hours trivia night! Grab a friend or two and compete in this exciting game of trivia to win a gift card to AJ’s Bar and Grill. You are also welcome to bring your own food and drinks to enjoy throughout if you choose. This program is for adults, and registration is required as space is limited. Sign up today by calling the library at 570-282-4281.

Drop In Tech Assistance
2026-01-30 15:00 - 16:00
A library staff member will be available at these times 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.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Information Literacy.

Trading Card Club
2026-01-29 16:00 - 19:00
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck and play some games. We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but we are open to learning other games!
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.
