Sticker Styling
2026-01-13 15:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Water bottle looking lame? Notebook have negative vibes? Well, it’s National Sticker Day! We have tons of stupendous stickers to liven up anything you want to add some color to. Bring your own ready-to-sticker object, or adorn one the library provides. Either way let’s get cool, colorful, and sticky!
For kids ages 6 to 12.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Storytime
2026-01-16 10:30, 2026-01-23 10:30, 2026-01-30 10:30, 2026-02-06 10:30, 2026-02-13 10:30, 2026-02-20 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

Teen Anime Club: Manga Tasting & "Spirited Away"
2026-01-17 12:00 - 14:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come hang out at the library for a manga buffet and movie showcase! Find yourself a new favorite series when you explore our collection of manga and manhwa – then grab a snack, take a seat, and immerse yourself in a beloved Ghibli classic about a sullen 10-year-old girl who wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches and spirits.
For teens ages 12 through 18.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Library Closed-Martin Luther King Day
2026-01-19 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King Day.

LEGO Crazy
2026-01-20 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-02-03 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-02-17 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind!
For kids ages 4 and older. No registration required.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Drawing 101
2026-01-22 17:30, 2026-02-05 17:30, 2026-02-19 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We invite anyone interested in tapping into their creative side through drawing to join us! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
For adults. Participants must register for all 4 sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club
2026-01-24 12:00, 2026-02-21 12:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Looking to talk about books but don’t want to be confined to discussing one specific title? Join our alternative book club where everyone talks about their favorite book or a book that they’ve recently read.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Teen Art Club: What Inspires You?
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-02 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come share your inspirations and practice your favorite crafts with the NKH Teen Art Club! Whether you’d like to sketch, sculpt clay, or string up some kandi creations, the library has a variety of supplies for you to work with! Snacks will be provided to help motivate the creative process!
For teens ages 12-18.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Making a Mess-Terpiece
2026-01-27 15:30, 2026-02-24 15:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Are we making a mess or making a masterpiece? Both! Join Miss Maggie as we explore unique (and messy!) ways to make art.
For kids ages 6 through 12
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

NKH Book Club: "The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle"
2026-01-28 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us at the Library to discuss an exciting new title each month. January’s pick is The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle by Stuart Turton. Stop by the Library to borrow a copy of this month’s selection!
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Local Author Storytime
2026-01-31 12:00 - 13:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Support your local library and local authors all at once! Mary Anne Abdo, author of Pumpkin: The Cat Who Plays with Words, and Ty Holmes, author of Tyler: The Unbreakable Kid, are bringing their stories straight to you. Join us for their readings and Q&A session all while enjoying some light snacks and refreshments at this very special storytime!
For kids ages 4 and older. Families welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Family Mini Golf @ Albright Memorial Library
2026-02-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Scranton Public Library is excited to announce its Family Mini Golf fundraiser happening on February 1st, with a backup date of February 22nd in case of snow.
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of 18 holes of mini golf inside the Albright Memorial Library and Lackawanna County Children’s Library. You can also purchase tickets for family-friendly raffles, and a chance to win a cash prize.
Tickets are on sale now:
Golf Ball Drop Purchase entries
Each entry gives you an opportunity to support the library while potentially walking away with a prize. During the event, numbered golf balls will be dropped from a height, and the ball closest to the target wins. It’s a thrilling and entertaining spectacle you won’t want to miss! All proceeds from the Golf Ball Drop will go toward supporting library programs and services, ensuring we continue to offer valuable resources to our community. Be sure to secure your entries early and join us for this exciting addition to our fundraiser. You do not need to be present to win.
A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors for making our Family Mini Golf Event possible! Your support helps create wonderful memories for families in our community. We couldn’t do it without you!

Hole in One Sponsors:

Friends of the Scranton Public Library

Penn East Federal Credit Union

Birdie Sponsors:

Community Bank NA

Haggerty Hinton & Cosgrove LLP

Lenahan & Dempsey

Par Sponsors:

C.C. Young & Henkelman Insurance Agency

Citizens Savings Bank

G.P Hetman Electrical Contractor

Rite-Temp Group, LTD

Wayne Bank

Toddlers on the Move
2026-02-09 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

Bookmark Your Heart
2026-02-12 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day early! Local romance novelists Cissy Mecca and Tina Gallagher will be on hand to discuss the popularity of the romance genre and how they hone their craft. They will also field questions from the audience and have a selection of their books for sale.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Music and Movement: Love to Move
2026-02-14 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Little one loves to move and groove? Children are invited to sing, dance, and explore music together in a lively and interactive setting. Through activities such as stories, singing, dancing, and basic musical exploration, participants develop physical coordination and language skills. The program fosters both physical growth and early language development.
For kids ages 2 through 4.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Library Closed-President's Day
2026-02-16 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of President’s Day.

NKH Book Club: "Remarkably Bright Creatures"
2026-02-25 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us at the Library to discuss an exciting new title each month. September’s pick is Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Stop by the Library to borrow a copy of this month’s selection!
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764
