Lackawanna County Library System

American Girl Doll Club: Addy's Splatter Painting
2026-05-20 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
During Addy Walker’s time in the 1860s, it was common to spatter paint over pressed leaves or shapes to give furniture, pillows and even lampshades a new look. Join us for this month’s American Girl Doll Club where we will try this technique and learn about Addy’s story.
For children in Kindergarten through Grade 6
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Block Party
2026-05-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys. For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-05-21 10:30, 2026-05-21 18:00, 2026-05-27 10:30, 2026-05-28 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a story time featuring stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with one of the Library’s mascots, Cal or Newbery!
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Little Builders' Party
2026-05-21 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3 through 8 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome!
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Block Heads LEGO® Club
2026-05-21 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 21 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join fellow brick builders at North Pocono Public Library and enjoy free play with our LEGO blocks. Families are welcome to drop in any time during the event hours. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Block Heads LEGO® Club meets once monthly on the 3rd Thursday.
No registration is required.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-05-22 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-22 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 too! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-05-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-29 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 10:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical. No registration is required to attend.

Storytime
2026-05-22 10:30, 2026-05-29 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development.
For kids ages 2 through 6. Families and siblings are welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-05-22 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required to attend.

Kids Creation Station
2026-05-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Monthly crafting hobby group. Kids are invited to do premade crafts provided by the library, or to bring in their own hobby craft.
-Ages: 3 to 11 (Children Only)

Library Closed - Memorial Day Weekend
2026-05-23, 2026-05-25 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
The Taylor Community Library will be closed Saturday, May 23 and Monday, May 25 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Please note: the library is always closed on Sunday.

Stories with Community Helpers: Scranton Police Department
2026-05-26 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special visit from with Scranton Fire Department! Members of the department will read us a story and talk about what it means to be a firefighter!
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Preschool Stories: Letter X
2026-05-26 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, May 26 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Play-Doh Free Play
2026-05-26 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your imagination and stop by to show us what you can sculpt. Practice your creativity, arts, and just have fun.
For kids ages 3 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Working Dog Club
2026-05-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For kids and teens ages 8-18
Join us for this month’s Working Dog program with 4-H! We’ll be learning everything there is to know about working dog breeds and the jobs they do out in the field.
This month our special guest will be a therapy dog!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Family Place
2026-05-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
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.

Novel Thoughts: "I Survived the American Revolution, 1776"
2026-05-26 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ever wonder what it would have been like to be a kid during the American Revolution? Find out how Nathaniel Fox survived during the revolution and celebrate 250 years of America with two nights of colonial crafts.
Sign up and pick up your Lit Loot boxes while supplies last starting Friday, May 1!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Homeschool Hub: Eric Carle Creations
2026-05-27 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, May 27 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Homeschooled children and their families are invited to join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for some hands-on, educational fun! Participants will listen to one of Eric Carle’s books and create a project inspired by the story. We’ll also play a few rounds of Eric Carle BINGO! Our experiences will be designed for grades K-4, but all ages are welcome.
Registration is required. Only register for the number of children attending, do not include adults.

LEGO Construction Crew
2026-05-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided.
For ages 5-11.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Tween Shrinky Dinks
2026-05-27 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 8-12
Make your own Shrinky Dinks in a workshop led by our Teen Leadership Committee!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Great Cookie Kerfuffle
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Library Littles: One Book Every Young Child
Join us for Library Littles and help us celebrate the 2026 PA One Book title, The Great Cookie Kerfuffle, by Jessica Shaw. We will share this fun and silly counting story of how one cookie leads from ruckus to friendship, as well as engaging activities and crafts to enjoy!
This program is free but registration is required.

Color Me Happy
2026-05-28 14:00 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 28 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Color your way to a happier mood at North Pocono Public Library in the children’s area! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided so that you can drop in any time during event hours. All ages welcome.
No registration is required.

"The Great Cookie Kerfuffle" Storytime
2026-05-28 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special storytime to celebrate the Pennsylvania One Book, “The Great Cookie Kerfuffle” by Jessica Shaw and Pauline Gregory! Families will receive one free copy of the book to keep, while supplies last.
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
