Meet the Plants (Session #6)
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 8 at 6:00 P.M.
(For ages 9-15)
Engage with plants like you never have before! In this 6-week club, you’ll meet, experiment with, and take home a variety of plants while learning tips and tricks about their cultivation and care. This club will be led by plant expert, Kristin Armstrong, on behalf of Lackawanna County 4H.
Registration required. Please register in-person or by calling 570-842-4700.

Teen Creator Lab
2025-05-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a program held with Free Comic Book Day. Teens will use blank comic book panels to design their own characters and stories.

The Burrito Bell Break In!
2025-05-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Calling all teen sleuths: the Lackawanna County Library System requires your expertise for “The Burrito Bell Break In!” Can you steal the ultimate burrito from the legendary Burrito Bell restaurant?
This teen escape room will push teens to work together and solve puzzles by uncovering the secret ingredients, assembling them into the ultimate burrito, and stealing the burrito before time runs out and the chance to guac and roll will be lost.
The Burrito Bell Break In will be traveling to each of the LCLS libraries, so we hope teens ages 12 through 17 can find a date and time that works best for their schedule below. Registration is required. Please note that once you’ve completed the escape room you will have the answers and should refrain from giving clues to anyone who might be participating at another time.
A PA Forward® Initiative promoting Civic & Social Literacy.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2025-05-11 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us from 2:30-4:30 PM for our Youth-Led Chess Club, where youth ages 5-16 can learn and enjoy the game of chess! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, our knowledgeable teen hosts will provide instruction and tips to help you improve your skills. Chess boards and clocks will be available for use, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Enjoy some snacks while you play, and check out books from our collection to practice your skills between meetings. Come, make new friends, and discover the strategic fun of chess!
May Schedule:
Sunday, May 4
Sunday, May 11
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Festival of Stories Kick-off Event
2025-05-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Learn about this new Lackawanna County Library System event to take place on August 1.
Find out about the various ways you can participate: Artist’s Alley, Writer’s Table, Performer’s Circle and Book Trivia.
During this drop-in event, ask questions, sign-up for a team (or as an individual), and more!
For children and teens entering grades 4-12 in August/September 2025.

Seeds of Change: May
2025-05-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This month the teen garden club will be venturing outside to do some planting. There will also be time to work on posters if needed.
Any questions please email Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Violin Class
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This three-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four weeks. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow through music!
📅 Duration: 3 weeks🎻 Requirement: Participants must bring their own violin📝 Registration: Only register once for the whole series
Sign up today and start your musical journey! You only need to register once for the whole series.

Journaling for Magpies
2025-05-15 17:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 15 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult & Teen Programming)
Do you like collecting mementos to cherish your memories? Need a stress-free, creative outlet? Join North Pocono Public Library’s junk journaling club! We get together monthly at the library to chat, craft, and create junk journal spreads. We will have a few materials provided, but we encourage you to bring your own journal and materials.

Escape Room for Teens
2025-05-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all teen sleuths: the Lackawanna County Library System requires your expertise for “The Burrito Bell Break In!” Can you steal the ultimate burrito from the legendary Burrito Bell restaurant?
This teen escape room will push teens to work together and solve puzzles by uncovering the secret ingredients, assembling them into the ultimate burrito, and stealing the burrito before time runs out and the chance to guac and roll will be lost.
The Burrito Bell Break In will be traveling to each of the LCLS libraries, so we hope teens ages 12 through 17 can find a date and time that works best for their schedule below. Registration is required. Please note that once you’ve completed the escape room you will have the answers and should refrain from giving clues to anyone who might be participating at another time.

Mufasa Family Movie Night
2025-05-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fun evening watching Mufasa and enjoying treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.

Teen Laughter Lab: A Day of Comedy & Fun
2025-05-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready to laugh, learn, and let loose at the Teen Laughter Lab! This one-day interactive event is designed to help teens build confidence, relieve stress, and develop communication skills—all through the power of humor!
What to Expect:🎭 Improv Comedy Workshop – Led by Scranton Improv, this session will teach quick-thinking, teamwork, and self-expression through fun improv games.🤣 Laughter Yoga – Certified instructor, Jeannine Luby, will guide you through laughter-based exercises that boost mood and reduce stress.🎤 Joke-Telling Contest – Think you’ve got jokes? Show off your best material for a chance to win prizes!
Whether you love comedy, want to boost your confidence, or just need a good laugh, this event is for you!
📌 Spots are limited – register today!
For more details, contact Mary Graham at mgraham@albright.org.

Bubbles & Bliss: DIY Bath Treats
2025-05-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Tweens ages 8-12 can join us for bath treat making class.
Registration is limited so please make sure to register early.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Slime Society: Zombies
2025-05-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Youth ages 10 and up are welcome to join us each month for a new slime creation. In honor of May being Zombie Awareness Month we will be creating 2 unique slimes: Radioactive and Fluffy Zombie Brains.
Please register below to reserve your space. Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

The Burrito Bell Break In
2025-05-22 16:30 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States

Teen: Festival of Stories Information Session
2025-05-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come learn more about this exciting new countywide event for youth entering grades 4-12. We will talk about how you can read a book you love and then engage in art, writing, performance, or trivia to share that book with the community at our Festival of Stories event here at the Albright Memorial Library on August 1.

Teen Leadership Committee May 2025
2025-05-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens come together to create programs for youth, earn volunteer hours, and more.

Bling My Book
2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Add some sparkle to your shelf! At this glam crafting event, teens will receive a free book and a variety of bedazzling tools to decorate and personalize their covers. Whether you go full glitter or subtle shimmer, your book will be uniquely you. All supplies (including a brand new book!) provided—just bring your creativity!
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Teen Anime Club
2025-05-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Play rounds of anime-themed bingo while watching and discussing Carole & Tuesday. The grand prize are several glow-in-the-dark sets of seven RPG dice from Oakie Doakie Dice. Winners can bring their new dice to the next Teen Game Night, where attendees will be playing an RPG.

Grow With Your Library
2025-05-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Drop in between 4:00 and 6:00 PM to decorate a flower pot and plant your own flower to take home! For children through grade 12. Registration required.

Fashion & Florals
2025-06-02 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Cara Colombo will lead teens (12-17) in a class utilizing silk flowers and illustrator markers to create fashionable illustrations. All supplies are provided.

Teen Escape Room: Burrito Bell- NEW DATE
2025-06-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Calling all teen sleuths! We have a mission that requires your expertise: steal the ultimate burrito from the legendary Burrito Bell restaurant. Gather the ingredients by solving puzzles, cracking codes, and opening locks, all to assemble that most perfect of cheesy good snacks. The clock is ticking, and you must work together with your peers to solve this escape room. If the timer hits zero before you assemble your burrito, your chance to guac and roll will be lost.
Space is limited so be sure to register. Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Teen Crafternoon
2025-06-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
We’ll supply a variety of craft materials – you bring the creativity and make something uniquely yours. Teens ages 13-17. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Seeds of Change: June
2025-06-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens will be working outside in the garden this month. Please email MGraham@albright.org to register.

Journaling for Magpies
2025-06-12 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday,June 12 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult & Teen Programming)
Do you like collecting mementos to cherish your memories? Need a stress-free, creative outlet? Join North Pocono Public Library’s junk journaling club! We get together monthly at the library to chat, craft, and create junk journal spreads. We will have a few materials provided, but we encourage you to bring your own journal and materials.
No Registration is Required.

The Liars Lounge
2025-06-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens (12-17) can join us for a night of secrets and summer vibes where participants will receive a box set of We Were Liars and Family of Liars, enjoy themed crafts, share food, and dive into the twisted world of the Sinclair family.
Please call the Library or email Mary mgraham@albright.org to register

Learn to Crochet - Teen Edition
2025-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Calling all teens (ages 13–17)! Join our fun, hands-on workshop where our awesome instructors will teach you the basics of crochet. You’ll learn simple stitches you can use to make cool, handmade creations. Yarn and hooks will be avaiable but registration is requested. Contact 570-562-1234.

Festival of Stories Project Meeting
2025-06-18 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Festival of Stories is coming August 1st! Kids entering grades 4-5, 6-8 and 9-12 can participate in art, acting, writing, and/or trivia. Need help getting started or want to work with your team on your project? We’re here to help! We’ll have space and materials available to help you with your project. Please register so that we know how much space is needed. Questions? Email nburke@albright.org for grades 4-5 and 6-8 or mgraham@albright.org for grades 9-12.

Dog Man Family Movie Night
2025-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for Dog Man Family Movie Night! We’ll watch the movie and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.

I Scream for Ice Cream Slime
2025-06-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready to scoop up some fun! In this ooey-gooey class, participants will create their very own melted ice cream slime that looks good enough to eat (but definitely isn’t!). Using safe, easy-to-follow recipes, we’ll mix up stretchy, colorful slime that smells just like your favorite frozen treats.
This hands-on program is perfect for slime lovers and curious creators who want to experiment with texture, color, and scent. Choose your “flavor,” decorate with faux sprinkles, and take your custom slime home in a cute container.
This activity encourages:

Creative expression

Sensory play and exploration

Fun with science and texture

🗓️ Date: Tuesday, June 24🕒 Time: 5:00🎯 Ages: 10 and up🎟️ Registration is required – space is limited!

Shelter for All Home Tweet Home: County Birdhouse Project
2025-06-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join us for for a special Birdhouse Painting Event in support of the Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department Shelter for All Initiative!

Your painted birdhouse will be proudly displayed throughout the month of September at the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art.
In October, you’ll be able to pick up your birdhouse at the library to take home and enjoy!

This collaborative art project brings together creativity, community, and compassion, raising awareness about the importance of safe shelter for everyone. Let’s show what we canbuild together—one birdhouse at a time!
For all ages. Supplies are limited. Registration is required.
