Lackawanna County Library System

Mahjong
2025-12-09 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary.

Toddler Tumble Time
2025-12-09 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 1-3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Geneva House
2025-12-09 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
323 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA

Preschool Stories: Snacks with Santa
2025-12-09 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 9 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth and a very special Christmas guest at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-12-09 10:30 | 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

Always in Stitches
2025-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.

Hillside Senior Community Center
2025-12-09 09:30 - 10:30 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.

Super Smash Bros. 18+ Tournament
2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for the Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Tournament! Test your skills, compete against fellow gamers, and see who emerges victorious.
Controllers will be available, but feel free to bring your own. A Game Stop gift card will be awarded to the Ultimate Super Smash Bros. Champion
This program is for ages 18+
Register online as a competitor. No registration is required for spectators.

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
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Signing Santa
2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our holiday tradition continues! Join us at the Abington Community Library and meet Santa and enjoy stories, songs, and refreshments. In partnership with the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. For all ages. No registration required.

Story Explorers: "Biscuit's Snow Day Race"
2025-12-08 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna to explore “Biscuit’s Snow Day Race” by Alyssa Satin Capucilli. We will read the book, discuss its literary elements, make our own snow forts, and enjoy winter treats!
This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading! Each month we will read a book, have a themed activity and snack, and discuss the book’s literary elements, such as plot. Kids receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Read to Dogs
2025-12-08 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, December 8 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Read with dogs!
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the North Pocono Public Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Monday Book Club
2025-12-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Start your week off with a stimulating book discussion! The Monday Book Club meets the second Monday of each month and reads a mix of non-fiction, classic, and contemporary literature. For adults.

Monthly Selections:
December- “All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me” by Patrick Bringley (The December meeting will be off site. For more information e-mail MRichardson@albright.org)
January- “The Hot Zone” by Richard Preston
February- “The Frozen River: A Novel” by Ariel Lawhon
March- “Horse: A Novel” by Geraldine Brooks
April- “The God of the Woods: A Novel” by Liz Moore
May- “Agent Sonya: Moscow’s Most Daring Wartime Spy” by Ben Macintyre

NKH Teen Art Club: Yuletide Ornaments
2025-12-08 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come hang out with the Art Club at the Nancy Kay Holmes Library! In preparation for the holiday season, we’ll string up garlands and piece together some handmade, timeless ornaments! 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

First Friends
2025-12-08 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us each week for a space and bonding opportunity for families with babies and toddlers to support each other. Each week, the library will provide different programs, including age-appropriate story times, movement activities, art activities, singing, and more!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Green Ridge Apartments
2025-12-08 14:30 - 15:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1651 Dickson Ave
Scranton, PA

Dunmore Community Center
2025-12-08 13:15 - 14:15 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1414 Monroe Avenue
Dunmore, PA

Caring Hands
2025-12-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. No registration required.

Lutherwood
2025-12-08 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1 Lake Scranton Road
Sranton, PA

Toddlers on the Move
2025-12-08 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

North Pocono Senior Center
2025-12-08 09:30 - 10:30 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
12 John J Michaels Dr.
Covington Township, PA

Lego Club
2025-12-07 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

Video Game Club: Donkey Kong Bananza
2025-12-06 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come try out one of the newest Nintendo Switch 2 Games, Donkey Kong Bananza! Join DK and his companion, Pauline, as they delve deep underground. Uncover a variety of environments such as arid canyons, lush forests, and frigid tundra as you peel back the world’s layers!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Meet the Author Daniel J. Packer Jr
2025-12-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Step through the iconic revolving doors into an era of grand shopping style and rekindle warm memories of Scranton’s beautiful Globe and Scranton Dry Goods stores. Join Scranton native Daniel J. Packer Jr. as he discusses his new book, “Scranton’s Bygone Department Stores- The Globe and the Dry.” Copies of the book will be available for purchase.

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
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-12-06 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, December 6 and December 20 from 12:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join Our Campaign!
Delve into the world of fantasy roleplaying and join North Pocono Public Library’s Dungeons & Dragons campaign. We’ll be providing books to explore the gothic horror domains of Ravenloft (using v3.5 rules). This group is welcome to newly interested and longtime players alike. To keep the fun going, we do ask for some level of commitments to maintain consistency within the game for our monthly meetings.
Registration is required in person or via telephone at (570) 842-4700.

Friends of NPPL Meeting
2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, December 6 at 11:00 A.M.
(Friends of North Pocono Public Library)
Be a friend!
Looking for ways to give back to your community? The Friends of North Pocono Public Library welcome longtime library lovers and new supporters alike to their monthly meeting. Connect, share ideas, and help plan exciting events for the library like North Pocono’s annual Book Sale, raffle baskets for the annual Garden Gala, Burgers, Books, & Brews, and more!
No registration is required.

Music and Movement with Holiday Flair!
2025-12-06 10:30 - 12:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Laureen for a very special Holiday Edition of Music and Movement! 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 5 and up.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Christmas in a Small Town
2025-12-06 10:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Get in the holiday spirit by joining us at the Carbondale Public Library for a day full of festive fun! During the town’s annual event, Christmas in a Small Town, CPL will host a variety of programs such as pictures with Santa, face painting, letter writing, and more, going on throughout the day. While most of the library’s activities will be held indoors, our Christkindl Market will run along Main Street and will host an assortment of different vendors. Grab your family and join us as we ring in the holiday season with this town favorite event!

Friends of Scranton Public Library Book Sale
2025-12-06 10:00 - 14:00 | PA
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will hold a Book Sale from September 9-September 13th.
Tuesday – Friday from 10 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday from 10 AM – 2 PM
Explore a Range of Pre-Owned Books, DVDs, and More!
Saturday Only:

Fill a Friends tote back for $5.00
Teachers and non-profits can take books for free!

Teen Light-up Glow Ties
2025-12-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For Ages 12-17
Looking to up your fashion game? Come create a light up bow tie or hair bow! We’ll use batteries and LED lights to make these standout accessories.
Registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Light-up Glow Ties
2025-12-05 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For Ages 8-12
Looking to up your fashion game? Come create a light up bow tie or hair bow! We’ll use batteries and LED lights to make these standout accessories.
Registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.
