Teen-Led Chess Club
2026-01-11 02:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This is a teen-led program focused on learning and playing chess for kids and teens ages 8 and up. All experience levels are welcome!
No registration required.

Please reach out to Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Circuit Sewing: Shivering Penguin
2026-01-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Learn how to use conductive thread and circuits to create a stuffed penguin that shivers!
✨ All supplies provided
📌 Registration required
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Reading Lounge
2026-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
TRL is where teens have an opportunity to enjoy the library’s services while also impacting its future! Share book suggestions and resources while also helping inspire and take the lead in helping us create a better library for you!

Teen U.S. Eats
2026-01-14 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Kick off our new teen-led monthly cooking series where we’ll learn about oral history and make favorite family recipes!
This month we’ll talk about oral history and learn how to use library resources to research recipe ideas!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions or to be added to the waitlist.

Trading Card Club
2026-01-15 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-22 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck and play some games. We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but we are open to learning other games!
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Discovery Cow
2026-01-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For kids and teens ages 8-18
Join us for our new monthly series where we will learn about the Pennsylvania dairy industry and all things cows!
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Creator Lab
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month’s Teen Creator Lab will focus on making bracelets! All supplies will be provided, so come craft bracelets using string, charms and beads!

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

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

Teen Cow Keychains
2026-01-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Make a cute cow keychain with Perler beads and learn fun facts about the dairy industry and our adopted cow, Sprinkles!
Check out the bulletin board in the teen space for photos of our new bovine friend. 🐄
Registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Cinema Club
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a showing of The Princess Bride. Afterwards, we will discuss the classic film featuring romance, fantasy, adventure, comedy and rodents of unusual size.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Teen Art Club: What Inspires You?
2026-01-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-02 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

Teen Leadership Committee
2026-01-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Join our Teen Leadership Committee! Open to middle and high school students, this group is perfect for those who want to make a difference in the Library and the community. We meet on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:30 to 5:30 P.M. to plan exciting events, prep fun crafts, and assist with fundraising efforts. Get involved, develop leadership skills, and be part of something meaningful!
No registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Minecraft
2026-01-27 16:30 - 18:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Embark on an exhilarating digital parkour competition to the peak of a majestic mountain! Players will leap from block to block, scale ladders, and bounce on trampolines.
This program is open to all ages though participants should be familiar with how to play Minecraft.
Space is limited so registration is a must!

Teen Anime Club
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come watch and discuss the first two episodes of the 2008 anime Soul Eater with other anime fans!

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Teen Art Studio: Groundhog Day
2026-02-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Celebrate Pennsylvania’s Punxsutawney Phil with groundhog terrariums, trivia, and button pins!
All supplies provided Registration required
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Seeds of Change: Teen Garden Club
2026-02-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Our Teen Garden Club meets the first Tuesday of the month to learn, plant, and connect. This month we’ll continue working on our house plant projects!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Tinkering Teens
2026-02-04 16:00 - 18:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Valentine Edition! (First Wednesdays of the Month, February 4th from 4PM-6PM)
Tinkering Teens is a young adult crafter hobby group that meets every first Wednesday of the month. February’s program will be Valentine’s Day themed. We will be making heart-shaped pillows with fabric and filling. Advanced crafters are welcome to embroider their pillows. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
For ages 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

TCG Club
2026-02-05 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-12 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-19 16:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck, play some games, and have some fun with local friends! We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but are open to other trading card games as well.
-Ages: Teens/Adults

Teen Game Night
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an evening with our Nintendo Switch and board games! Teens are also welcome to bring their own games as well.
This program is for teen ages 12-18.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Make & Take: Valentine's Candy Jars
2026-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Children, Teens, and their grown-ups are welcome to come create a special Valentine Candy Jar. Materials will be provided by the library. Supplies are limited so registration is required.
-Ages: 7+

Fandom Fanatics: Hamilton
2026-02-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Hamilton fans are invited to play games, enjoy themed snacks, and make a fun craft.
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Teen Reading Lounge
2026-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Teens have an opportunity to enjoy the library’s services, while also impacting its future! Teens are welcome to share book suggestions and resources while also helping inspire and take the lead in helping us create a better library for our young adults.
-Ages: 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

Teen Valentine Gnomes
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Make a super cute Valentine’s Day gnome and decorate cards for your friends and family!
Please contact Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Creator Lab: G’not a Valentine’s Day Gnome
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Craft a fun gnome friend using fun socks and foam! Supplies will be provided, but teens are welcome to bring their own to decorate their gnome as well.
This program is for teen ages 12-18.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Teen Pottery: Stars and Stripes Soup Mugs
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Celebrate Valentine’s Day and President’s Day all in one by making a heart shaped stars and stripes soup mug!

All supplies provided Registration required

Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.
