Lackawanna County Library System

Library Closed: Labor Day
2026-09-06 - 2026-09-07 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed from Sunday, September 6, to Monday, September 7 in Observance of Labor Day.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-09-08 10:30, 2026-09-09 10:30, 2026-09-10 10:30, 2026-09-15 10:30, 2026-09-16 10:30, 2026-09-17 10:30, 2026-09-17 18:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Toddlers on the Move
2026-09-08 11:30, 2026-09-09 11:30, 2026-09-10 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

Reading Skills: Welcome to Reading Skills
2026-09-08 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Let’s start the school year off right with some extra reading practice with Ms. Meghan!
For children in Kindergarten through Grade 2.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Danger Club: Slime Lab
2026-09-09 18:00, 2026-09-12 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Welcome to Danger Club! If you are in 4th through 6th grade and haven’t discovered this program yet, now is the perfect time! Come to the library to make slime with cool mix-ins, scents, and colors, and Ms. Meghan will fill you in on what Danger Club is all about!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lego Club
2026-09-10 14:00, 2026-09-17 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

Billy's Big Adventure
2026-09-10 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special story time with author Richard Impriano Jr., who will read us his book, Billy’s Big Adventure! He will discuss the joys of hiking, appreciating nature, and the importance of being prepared for the outdoors. We will also get to enjoy a themed craft and snack!
Recommended for children ages 5-10.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Coloring Club
2026-09-11 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

Compassionate Canines: Read to a Dog!
2026-09-12 11:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Improve your reading skills and make a new furry friend by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dog!
For kids ages 5 and older.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Sundays with Friends: The Turtle Show
2026-09-13 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Learn all about turtles from expert Steve Woyce! This interactive and educational show features live turtles and tortoises from all around the world. Kids will learn about turtle habitats, diets, differences between each species, and lots of fun facts!
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
Families with children of all ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Family Place Play Time
2026-09-14 15:00, 2026-09-14 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an opportunity to meet with experts in various fields of child development while enjoying interactive play with your little ones. Each week, members of the community will be available to answer any questions and ease your concerns about your child’s early development, all while playing and having fun together in a family-friendly environment.
Intended for ages 1 through 3, but siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Book Sale: Friends of the Scranton Public Library
2026-09-15 10:00 - 18:30, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 18:30, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 18:30, 2026-09-18 10:00 - 18:30 | PA
Book Sale: Friends fo the Scranton Public Library

The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will host a community Book Sale from Tuesday, September 15 through Saturday, September 19, featuring a wide assortment of affordable, pre-owned items for readers and collectors of all ages.
Sale hours

Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–6:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Located outside Crunch Fitness @ Marketplace at Steamtown, 300 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
Browse a rotating selection of:

Pre-owned books for all ages and interests
DVDs
Puzzles
And more

Saturday specials

Fill a Friends tote bag for $5.00
Teachers and non-profits: select books available for free (Saturday only)

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-09-15 11:30, 2026-09-16 11:30, 2026-09-17 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Family Puzzle Night
2026-09-15 18:00 - 19:30 | 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
