Lackawanna County Library System

Knot Another Stitch Group
2025-01-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

Novel Thoughts: Wings of Fire
2025-01-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
A war has been raging between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia for years. According to a prophecy, five dragonets will end the bloodshed and choose a new queen. Whether or not you are an old fan of the Wings of Fire series, or have just always wanted to give it a try, come join Ms. Meghan on this epic journey!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Noodle Masterpieces: Sweet Edition
2025-01-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Calling all creative teens ages 12-17! Get ready to turn an ordinary pantry staple into extraordinary edible art at our Noodle Masterpieces: Sweet Edition event. You’ll decorate premade ramen noodle cakes, stacked into impressive tiers, transforming them into fun and sweet creations using frosting, candy, and colorful decorations. No cooking is required—just your imagination and a love for unique, Instagram-worthy desserts! Supplies will be provided, so bring your creativity and get ready to design your very own noodle masterpiece.
Any questions please email Mary at Mgraham@albright.org

Lego League
2025-01-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Stop by the library for afternoon LEGO adventures with the library’s collection of LEGO bricks!
Bring your imagination!

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-01-07 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-01-07 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us in our Preschool-Kindergarten Storytime where we read, sing, talk, play and write to build early learning skills.
Geared towards ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.
Please register.

Preschool Stories: Penguins!
2025-01-07 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 7 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for penguin-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Discovery Seekers
2025-01-06 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
For Ages 5-10.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Crafternoon
2025-01-06 12:00 - 13:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Get creative in a friendly, informal environment. This free group is open to all types of crafts.* Work on your own projects while sharing secrets, hints, and patterns. If you are just looking for inspiration, some crafting supplies will be provided by the library.
The Crafter’s Club will meet on the first Monday of the month. Registration is not required for each meeting.

*No projects with open flames, please.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic & Social Literacy.

NP Homeschoolers
2025-01-06 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, January 6 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Meet other homeschool families and participate in hands-on, educational fun at North Pocono Public Library. This event will be led by community member, April Smith. All ages are welcome to attend.
Registration is Required.

New Year's Resolutions Candles
2025-01-04 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, January 4 at 11:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Is there something you really want in 2025? Something you want to do, somewhere you want to go, something you want to learn?
Start your year with a simple craft to begin visualizing your goals and resolutions at North Pocono Public Library. We’ll be taking plain votive candles, mod podge, and magazine clippings to create our very own Manifestation Candles! All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own supplies to personalize your candle.
Registration is required.

Stamp n Swap
2025-01-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers – bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. Registration required. Register below.

Teen Game Night: Puzzle Race
2025-01-02 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a team-based puzzle race, where groups will work to complete puzzles and compete for the fastest times. Winners will receive a small prize. Our standard Game Night offerings of D&D, board games, and Nintendo Switch will also be available.

Something New Bingo
2025-01-02 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, January 2 at 11:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
New year, new me! Join us for Something New Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In January, we’ll be competing for prizes that encourage you to try something new!
Registration is required.

Grab & Go: Snowman TIC TAC TOE
2025-01-02 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, January 2
(Youth Programming)
Drop-in and pick up a Snowman TIC TAC TOE craft kit for children of all ages from North Pocono Public Library to make at home. Available while supplies last.

Library CLOSED
2025-01-01 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Wednesday, January 1
North Pocono Public Library will be closed all day on Wednesday, January 1 in observance of New Years Day.

Closed: New Year's Day
2025-01-01 | PA
All Scranton Public Library locations will be closed on January 1st to observe New Year’s Day.

Preschool Craft: Winter Wishes Box
2024-12-31 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 31 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Drop in and make a craft at North Pocono Public Library. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Library CLOSING EARLY
2024-12-31 09:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 31
North Pocono Public Library will be open 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Tuesday, December 31.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2024-12-29 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us every other Sunday from 2:30-4:30 PM for our Teen-Hosted Chess Club, where youth ages 7-16 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!
December Schedule:
1st
15th
29th
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Sit & Stitch
2024-12-28 14:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, December 28 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us for our monthly yarn and string craft circle! All crafters, from knitting to crocheting to embroidery, are welcome to join for all or part of the meeting to work on their current projects and socialize with fellow creators.

The Curiosity Club: Candy Cane Science
2024-12-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Can you make candy canes dance? Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club in December to play with candy canes like you never have before! Do not miss this program as it is sure to be sweet!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
To register, please call 570-348-3000 x 3015.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Library CLOSING EARLY
2024-12-27 09:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Friday, December 27
North Pocono Public Library will be open 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Friday, December 27.

Library CLOSED
2024-12-24 09:00 - 19:00 | PA
All Day on Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26
North Pocono Public Library will be closed Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26.

Library CLOSING EARLY
2024-12-23 08:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, December 23
North Pocono Public Library will be open 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Monday, December 23.

Decades of Dickens
2024-12-23 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Celebrate National Christmas Movie Marathon Day with a selection of our favorite versions of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol.
All movies will be shown throughout the day in the Young Adult Lounge on the second floor.
Hot cocoa will be served.

Winter Solstice Walk
2024-12-21 18:00 - 20:30 | Carbondale Chamber of Commerce, 27 N Main Street, Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Join the Carbondale Public Library, Carbondale Chamber of Commerce, and the Rail Trail Council of NEPA for a Winter Solstice celebration! The event will begin at the YMCA Splash Pad for a winter walk on the trail. (Flashlights recommended.) Afterwards, there will be stories, treats, and a family-friendly movie held at the Greater Carbondale Chamber of Commerce.
For more information, please contact the Carbondale Public Library.

Santa Flow Yoga
2024-12-21 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
Saturday, December 21 at 1:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join Amy Lukeski, owner of Namastay Awhile Yoga + Wellness Studio, for a Santa flow yoga class at North Pocono Public Library. This 60 minute specialty class will include slow flow yoga featuring poses that embody all of Santa’s helpers and the magical moments you’d expect at the North Pole. This class is perfect for relaxing and lifting your spirits for the holiday ahead.
Amy is a 200-RYT and recent graduate of 300-YTT/500-RYT who found her love of yoga through her own body limitations after several sports injuries. Her aim is to make sure everyone feels strong and confident in their body and what it is capable of. All levels and bodies welcome, always.
Registration is required.

Inside Out 2
2024-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we watch Inside Out 2 and enjoy treats, snacks, and a special craft too! For all ages. Please register.

Stories and Signs Holidays
2024-12-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for Stories and Signs with holiday stories, songs, signing, and bubbles! For ages birth-5; siblings welcome. Presented by the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and our adult ASL students. Please register.
