Lackawanna County Library System

Novel Thoughts: "Animorphs"
2026-08-25 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
What would you do if you had the power to transform into any animal and use that power to save the world? When Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco encounter a mysterious visitor one night, they are given an incredible ability: the power to morph into animals. But with an alien invasion threatening Earth, they quickly discover that this gift comes with a huge responsibility. Join Ms. Meghan and the Novel Thoughts Book Club as we dive into Animorphs: The Invasion, an exciting new adaptation of the beloved bestselling series. Follow the adventure, discuss the story, and connect with fellow readers.
Pick up your Lit-Loot boxes starting Saturday, August 1!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Summer Fun Time
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-13 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-08-26 10:30, 2026-08-27 10:30, 2026-08-27 18:00 | 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

American Girl Doll Club: Julie's Tie-Dyed Shirts
2026-08-26 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Tie-dyed items were super popular in the 1970s when Julie Albright was growing up. At August’s club meeting, we will read some of Julie’s story and tie-dye shirts for our dolls and shirts for us to match! Sizes of kids shirts available while supplies last.
For children in Kindergarten through Grade 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Tummy Time
2026-08-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Tummy Time is a crucial activity for babies to build muscles in their neck, shoulders, and arms. Caregivers and babies are invited to socialize while the babies work on these skills at the Valley Community Library. We will also include a book and music for a well-balanced program. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Lego Club
2026-08-27 14:00, 2026-08-30 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Spend an afternoon building with friends. Design your own creation, or we will give you a challenge! Work by yourself or as a team. Whether you are a Lego master or a first-timer, this is the program for you!
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Blocks and Bubbles
2026-08-28 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Blocks and Bubbles
Friday, July 31 at 10:00-11:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Play and grow at the library! Build with blocks and meet new friends at North Pocono Public Library. Come for the whole hour or pop in just for a little while.
At the end of the clean-up, we’ll have some bubble popping fun. This program is intended for ages 1-5, but siblings are always welcome to attend.
No registration required.

Storytime
2026-08-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Read, sing, stomp, roar and play together as we make new friends at Storytime. Ages 0-5. Registration is required.

Picnics on the Library Lawn
2026-08-28 11:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Friday for picnics on the library lawn! Bring your lunches, and we will supply the blankets! This event is 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

Coloring Club
2026-08-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come color your world and hang out at the Library! On Fridays we will have a variety of different coloring supplies available, and a variety of coloring pages suitable for all ages and experience levels.
For children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Water Play
2026-08-29 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-31 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
2026-08-31 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-14 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-21 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-09-28 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-05 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-12 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-10-19 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!
