Lackawanna County Library System

Bronx Zoo Bus Trip
2026-05-02 | PA
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library invite you to an exciting bus trip to the Bronx Zoo on May 2nd.
Registration deadline: April 25th
Registration fee: $85 for Friends members | $90 Non-Member | $80 Children (Ages 3-12) Price includes bus transportation and zoo admission.
Please arrive at 7:45 AM. The bus departs from the Scranton Public Library promptly at 8 AM and returns at 8 PM.
For more details or to register, please print this form and return to the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.

Coloring Club
2026-05-01 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come color your world and hang out at the Library! On Fridays we will have a variety of different coloring supplies available, and a variety of coloring pages suitable for all ages and experience levels.
For children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Conversational Italian Class
2026-05-01 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our weekly class delving into beginner conversational Italian, grammar, vocabulary, and culture.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-05-01 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-01 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Storytime
2026-05-01 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development.
For kids ages 2 through 6. Families and siblings are welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

No Toddler Time Today!
2026-05-01 10:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
No Toddler Time today! See you next time!

Families Helping Families
2026-04-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. No registration required.

Teen Anime Club: Ramen Tasting
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
From the classic beef flavor to lime chili shrimp, this month’s anime club is all about tasting different types of ramen! Stop by to sample some of the options and meet other anime fans!

For Teens ages 12-18.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-04-30 18:00, 2026-04-30 10:30, 2026-04-29 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

Drawing 101
2026-04-30 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We invite anyone interested in tapping into their creative side through drawing to join us! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
For adults. Participants must register for all 5 sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tech Table
2026-04-30 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

Teen Game Night
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Join other teens in playing a variety of board and card games!

Bring a game you love or choose from our YA collection.

Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions

Walkthrough with the Artists
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Walkthrough our current art exhibit, “Journeys on Canvas” with artists Maryann Williams and Judith Vescovi and hear about the inspiration behind each of their pieces. Their works feature florals, landscapes, historic structures, places they’ve visited, and still-life scenes. Register below.

Spring Book Sale
2026-04-30 16:00 - 2026-05-02 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, April 30 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.
Friday, May 1 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Saturday, May 2 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
(Friends of North Pocono Public Library)
Doing Spring Cleaning and Have Good Books That Could Be Put to Use?
Book donations for our Spring sale will be accepted from April 13 to April 24. Only book donations will be accepted. We will not accept CDs, DVDs, textbooks, reference materials, or any books that are smelly, stained, moldy, or damaged in any way.
From April 30 to May 2, North Pocono Public Library’s community room will transform into the admission-free Friends of North Pocono Public Library’s Spring Book Sale. The best part? It’s a pay-as-you-wish event, allowing you to contribute what feels right while helping further the mission of North Pocono Public Library.
All proceeds benefit North Pocono Public Library.

Mario Madness
2026-04-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Power up for a fun, hands-on program inspired by Super Mario! Visit themed activity stations featuring a craft, stem Mario Kart challenge and craft based on the world of Mario and friends.
Come any time between 4:00 and 6:00 PM.
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.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-04-30 15:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Technology giving you trouble? We’re here to help! Join us every Thursday for free one-on-one tech tutoring! Our tech tutors will be available to help answer your questions about cellphones, laptops, tablets, and more – just bring your device and your questions.
Call 570-343-1267 to schedule your appointment. Sponsored by United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike Counties.

Book Club
2026-04-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The Carbondale Public Library Book Club typically meets on the last Thursday of the month with the exception of holiday closings.
Book Club List 2026
Jan – Rebecca – Daphne du Maurier (Classic)
Feb – Local Woman Missing – Mary Kubica (Chilling Thriller)
Mar – Keeping Faith – Jodi Picoult (Contemporary)
Apr – The River is Waiting – Wally Lamb (Contemporary)
May – Atmosphere – Taylor Jenkins Reid (Historical Romance)
Jun – The Berry Pickers – Amanda Peters (Tragic Mystery)
Jul – Nobody’s Fool – Harlan Coben (Thriller)
Aug – The Briar Club – Kate Quinn (Female Friendships)
Sep – The Four Winds – Kristin Hannah (Historical Fiction)
Oct – Don’t Let Him In – Lisa Jewell (Psychological Thriller)
Nov – Presumed Guilty – Scott Turow (Mystery)
Dec – The View from Lake Como – Adriana Trigiani (Hilarious)

Thursdays Together
2026-04-30 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a chill weekly hangout at the Library! No agenda. No pressure. No registration. Just good vibes, great convos, and a seat waiting for you. Drop in anytime. Pull up a chair and stay as long as you’d like. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2026-04-30 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.

Meet the Mayor
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Get to know Carbondale’s mayor, Michele Bannon, at this new monthly program! Over light refreshments, community members will have the opportunity to discuss the City of Carbondale in a productive and casual conversation about the town. This program is open to all, but registration is required.

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2026-04-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our ongoing series will feature Sarah Cremer. Attendees will learn how to prepare Cha Gio (Vietnamese Spring Rolls). This will be a cooking and tasting demo. $3 Materials Fee. For adults. Registration is required. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Movie: Tura!
2026-04-29 14:00 - 15:45 | 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 “Tura!” (Wednesday, April 29th): Documentary on the life of “Faster, Pussycat! Kill! Kill!” star/Asian American actress Tura Satana. A wild ride chronicling Tura’s brutal childhood, burlesque career, cult movie stardom, and impact as a female icon and cinema pioneer.

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Needes and Hooks Crochet and Knitting Group
2026-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Do you love to crochet or knit — or have you always wanted to learn?
Join us for our friendly yarn group at the library. Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or picking up needles or a hook for the first time, this is a relaxed, welcoming space to create, chat, and share ideas. Bring your current project or start something new with help from others. We learn together, swap tips, and enjoy some creative time — one stitch at a time. Registration is sugested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-04-29 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesdays at 12:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come play Mexican Train Dominoes!
Experience the thrill of the tiles with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Wednesday.
No registration is required.

Drop In Tech Assistance - Wednesdays
2026-04-29 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.
Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Terrific Tales
2026-04-29 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-29 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
