Lackawanna County Library System

Mahjong
2025-08-19 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.

Our Lady of Peace
2025-08-19 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:
2300 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA

LEGO Crazy
2025-08-19 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind!
For kids ages 4 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Food Fun
2025-08-19 16:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For children entering grades 1 through grade 4 in fall 2025. Please register.

Pocono Writers' Group
2025-08-19 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 19 at 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Writers of all skill and experience levels are invited to gather with creatives alike to discuss and share their current projects and ideas, extend their support through helpful advice and constructive critique, and motivate each other through the writing process. This group will gather in North Pocono Public Library’s Community Room every third Tuesday of the month.
No registration is required.

Tech Table
2025-08-19 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-08-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Tech Table is designed to help patrons who need one-on-one assistance using their smartphones, tablets, or laptops. Participants are encouraged to bring specific problems about a technical problem including trouble using an app, slow or malfunctioning technology, or questions about privacy, settings, or security.
No registration is required; appointments are limited to 20-minute sessions, and patrons will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3038

The 5:30 Society
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 19 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the third Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For August’s installment, they will be reading Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley.
No registration is required.

Novel Thoughts Presents: Into the Wardrobe
2025-08-19 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ever wondered what might be hiding behind an old wardrobe door? Join us for a one-night-only adventure into “Into the Wardrobe,” a magical and mysterious anthology of short stories where kids step into other worlds—and not all of them are friendly… Guest readers will share their favorite eerie, exciting tales from the book followed by a themed activity that might just open a portal of your own…
For kids in grades 4 through 6. Please call the Library to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Knot Another Stitch Group
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 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.

Birdhouse Painting
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a Birdhouse Painting Event at the Albright Memorial Library, supporting the Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department’s Shelter for All Initiative! Bring the family to paint wooden birdhouses that will be displayed at the Everhart Museum in September. Pick up your birdhouse in October! This collaborative project promotes creativity, community, and awareness about the importance of safe shelter for everyone. Let’s build together, one birdhouse at a time!

Block Party
2025-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-08-20 10:30, 2025-08-21 10:30, 2025-08-21 18:00 | 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

Little Builders' Party
2025-08-20 11:30, 2025-08-21 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Russell Park Development
2025-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 | 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:
2 John Street
Carbondale, PA

Movie: The Ballad of Wallis Island
2025-08-20 14:00 - 15:40 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at the Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is The Ballad of Wallis Island (Wednesday, August 20th): Charles, a strange lottery winner who lives alone on a secluded island, tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favorite singer, Herb McGwyer, to perform at a special, private event. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 39 min.

Canaan Street Development
2025-08-20 14:15 - 15:15 | 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.

LEGO Construction Crew
2025-08-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided.
For ages 5-11.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

SPL Book Club: The Wife Upstairs
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins. A delicious twist on a Gothic classic, The Wife Upstairs pairs Southern charm with atmospheric domestic suspense.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby or hoopladigital.com.

Walkthrough with the Artist
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Walkthrough our current art exhibit, “Now and Then: Living in the Lackawanna Valley” with artist Carlo W Savo.
“Now and Then: Living in the Lackawanna Valley” features scenes of daily life, both past and present, painted from memory by Carlo W Savo.

Astrophotography
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, August 20 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Look up! Join North Pocono Public Library as we explore the night sky through the astrophotography of local astronomy hobbyist Bruce Morgan. Our place in the universe is a wondrous story and each evening of this monthly series we will explore a different topic and view images that bring the science to beautiful life. For our first session, we will look at the birth and death of stars and their impact on our very existence.
Registration is required.

Socrates Cafe
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Socrates Cafe. These gatherings will bring people together from all walks of life to raise questions about, listen to, and discuss a topic chosen by the group that evening.

Thursdays Together
2025-08-21 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Looking for a moment to unwind and connect? Join us for Thursdays Together—a casual weekly gathering at the Library. There’s no agenda, and no registration required. Just good company and conversation. Drop in any time, pull up a chair, and stay a while. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2025-08-21 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.

Academy II Apartments
2025-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | PA

NKH Chess Club
2025-08-21 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you want to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club!
For adults. Teens welcome with parent supervision.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Journaling for Magpies
2025-08-21 17:30 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, August 21 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.
