Summer Story Time
2026-07-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary for stories and a craft! Space is limited and registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. *Please note: Monday and Thursdays will be identical each week, so only register for one session. For ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-07-06 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 to 3. Families and siblings welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Bug Bins
2026-07-06 11:30 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A sensory activity for getting our hands dirty, digging through soil to see what “creatures” (play, of course) we can find!

Water Play
2026-07-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Cool off this summer at the library! Our splash pad and water toys will be available outside every Monday and every Saturday, weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Make & Take Crafts for Kids
2026-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Kids of all ages are invited to make a craft here at the library to take home with them. We will have a new craft every Monday afternoon!

Self-Portraits
2026-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, July 6 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Visit North Pocono Public Library to learn how Pablo Picasso created unique self-portraits, from tribal masks to cubism. Then express yourself by capturing your visage in a self-portrait using Picasso’s techniques! For ages 5-10.
Lone Goat Studio Art Expression Workshops promote exploration and self-expression, in addition to providing a deeper understanding of art.
Registration is required.

First Friends
2026-07-06 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us each week for a space and bonding opportunity for families with babies and toddlers to support each other. Each week, the library will provide different programs, including age-appropriate story times, movement activities, art activities, singing, and more!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Dinosaur Painting Day for Kids
2026-07-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
What would your dinosaur look like? Get creative at the Valley Community Library’s Dinosaur Painting Day on Monday, July 6th. Teens, ages 12-17, will pain ceramic mini dinosaurs at 3:00 P.M. and kids ages 5-11 will have their turn at 5:00 P.M. All supplies will be provided. Registration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Valley Community Library
If the program is full please call the library at 570-489-1765 to be added to the waitlist.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-07-07 10:00 - 10:30 | 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-07-07 10:30, 2026-07-08 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

Kids Dig It
2026-07-07 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, July 7 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join members of The Garden Project for a story and hands-on fun in North Pocono Public Library’s community garden. Each program will start inside the Library’s community room. Recommended for ages 3-7.
Registration required.

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-07-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Previous registration was required, this is a continuing series that started on June 23.
Is your little one heading off to kindergarten at the end of the Summer? Join Teacher Kaedy for a six weeklong Cruise into Kindergarten program that will be running every Tuesday at 11:00 A.M. from June 24 until July 29. Registration is required and limited. By registering you are committing to attending each of the 6-week courses. This program was made possible by a grant supporting Early Literacy from Peoples Security Bank & Trust, Commonwealth Charitable Management.
If this program is full please call the library at 570-489-1765 to be put on a waitlist.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-07-07 11:30, 2026-07-08 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Toddlers will enjoy creating sound and music while moving and dancing to their favorite songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Block Party
2026-07-07 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.

History Explorers: Dig Into Egypt
2026-07-07 13:30 - 14:30 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Adventure with Miss Mary to Egypt as we “unearth a story” this summer! Learn to write like an Egyptian and explore our other activities to learn about Egypt. To register, call the library at 570-562-1234. For ages 5 and up.

Spy Class 1778
2026-07-07 15:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for this three-part “secret agent” series where kids will explore local history through simple code-breaking and Revolutionary War spycraft!
For kids ages 6 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Terra Cotta Coil Pots
2026-07-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Kids will learn a little about the history of coil pottery before rolling, shaping, and stacking clay coils to create their very own terra cotta pot. Get ready to get your hands dirty and have fun making a one-of-a-kind creation to take home!
For ages 5-11.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-07-07 17:30 - 18:30 | 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.
This program runs Tuesdays July 7, 14, and 21 and August 4, 11, and 18. Pre-registration is required.

Family Puzzle Night
2026-07-07 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come for a cozy night of puzzling at the library! We will have puzzles of various sizes and skill levels put out for families to work on together.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Summer Fun Time
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. Registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. Ages 5-12.

Terrific Tales
2026-07-08 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-08 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! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Pocono Environmental Education Center: Geology
2026-07-08 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Pocono Environmental Education Center: Geology
Wednesday, July 8 at 10:30 AM (North Pocono Public Library)
There’s more to rocks than meets the eye. Learn about the rock cycle and what makes up our different rock types.
Students will also be able to test and identify different types of rocks. This program is recommended for children and teens in grades K-8.
Registration required as space is limited.

Water Play
2026-07-08 13:30 - 14:30 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Splash & savor the summer with water play at the library! We’ll use our senses to explore with sponges, bubbles, & more while we play at our water table and duck pond. We’ll be outside (weather permitting) or in the community room. To register, call the library at 570-562-1234. For all ages.

Intro to Camping
2026-07-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
How do you plan and prepare for spending time outdoors? What skills are needed? We’ll teach you the basics!
Topics and activities may include Leave No Trace Principles, knot tying, setting up a shelter, and how to prepare a campsite.
This program is free but registration is required.

School Readiness Storytime
2026-07-08 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! Stories, play-learning centers and group activities.
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
Kids entering 2nd Graders are also welcome.
You only need to register once for the whole series. Series runs weekly from July 8-August 19. We understand you may not be able to make all sessions due to vacations.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Video Game Club: Kirby Air Riders
2026-07-08 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Charge, boost, and spin to attack your rivals in this action packed racing game featuring Kirby and crew. Come race in this new Nintendo Switch2 game with Ms. Meghan and the Video Game Club!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2026-07-08 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 ages 5-11.
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.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
