Lackawanna County Library System

Harmony for Homeschoolers: Violin Class
2025-05-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Festival of Stories Information / Sign Up Meeting
2025-06-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Festival of Stories:
A brand new celebration of storytelling for youth in grades 4–12!
Whether you’re an artist, writer, performer, or trivia buff, this event is your chance to read, create, and inspire through your favorite stories!
Artist’s Alley – Draw, paint, sculpt, or design creative dioramas and covers.
Writer’s Table – Write alternate endings, retellings, poems, or zines.
Performer’s Circle – Bring books to life with monologues, costumes, and skits.
Trivia Competition – Team up and show off your book smarts.
Event will take place on:
Friday, August 1, 2025
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Albright Memorial Library
Work solo or with teammates throughout the summer to prepare
for the big night. Community members are welcome to attend and celebrate

youth creativity!

Interested in participating? Let us know if you will be attending this meeting by visiting the library or contacting us at 570-562-1234.

Bean Boho Vibes
2025-06-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fun and colorful afternoon of crafting at our Bean Boho Vibes, where we’ll be creating vibrant animal portraits entirely out of beans! This hands-on program is perfect for teens who love to get creative and try new materials in unexpected ways.
Using dried beans, glue, and a bit of imagination, participants will design their own mosaic-style animal artwork. Whether you want to recreate your favorite zoo animal or dream up a wild creature of your own, we’ll provide the supplies and inspiration. Expect plenty of color, texture, and laughs as we explore this unique art form.
No experience is necessary—just come ready to create! All materials will be provided.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, June 26🕒 Time: 5:00 P.M.🎯 Ages: 12 and up

The Ridiculous Nicholas Show
2025-06-30 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Kick off SummerQuest with Ridiculous Nicholas!
Get ready for a joke-packed, interactive family comedy show that includes some of the most RIDICULOUS stunts, and tricks you’ve ever witnessed!
For all ages.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.

Paint & Plant
2025-07-03 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, July 3 at 2:00 P.M.
(Teen Programming)
Paint a 4″ ceramic planter and choose a new plant friend to take home to brighten up your space. All materials provided.
Registration is required.

Splatter & Spark: 4th of July Painting Workshop
2025-07-03 18:00 - 20:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
At our Do Art painting workshops, we will all paint together with our own canvases and canvas paper, all paints, brushes, and canvases provided. A great time to tap into your own creations while sharing the experience and inspiration with others. We will guide through different techniques, paint mixing, shading and help with all creative inquiries.. More than one painting is encouraged and everyone will go home with stickers, and other materials to help further their creativity.
This event is for teens ages 12 and up.
Registration is required as space is limited.
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Deco by the Sea: Shell Decoupage Class for Teens
2025-07-07 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join artist Cara Colombo for a hands-on workshop where teens will learn the art of decoupage using real seashells as their canvas. This relaxing and creative class will teach techniques for layering paper, sealing designs, and transforming plain shells into beautiful, beachy works of art.
No experience needed—just bring your creativity! All materials will be provided, and everyone will go home with their own custom shell masterpiece.
Ages 12 and up.
Any questions please email Mary at Mgraham@albright.org
