Lackawanna County Library System

Terrific Tales
2026-04-29 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-29 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-04-29 10:30, 2026-04-28 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

Mother's Day Pottery Workshop
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a special Mother’s Day pottery event where you’ll create a hand-built vase with spring decor! Spend quality time together, get creative, and take home your handmade masterpiece. All materials are provided. Afterwards your piece will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing. For Adults. $25 Materials Fee. Registration required. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the project or be added to the waitlist.

School Age Funtime
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary on Tuesday nights to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. For ages 5-12. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Library Board Meeting
2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Our board meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6pm on the second floor in the Conference Room of the Carbondale Public Library.
The meetings for 2026 are as follows:
Tuesday January 27
Tuesday February 24
Tuesday March 24
Tuesday April 28
Tuesday May 26
Tuesday June 23
Tuesday July 28
Tuesday August 25
Tuesday September 22
Tuesday October 27
Tuesday November 24
The board does not meet in December.

Novel Thoughts: "The Mighty Macy"
2026-04-28 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When Macy can’t wait to read the next book in her favorite new series, she discovers her school library’s hours have been cut. Now Macy, with the help of her friends, and some encouraging poems from her dad, must learn how to find her voice and advocate for herself and her community. Pick up your Lit Loot box starting April 1st and come work on finding your own voice at this month’s Novel Thoughts!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Working Dog Club
2026-04-28 17:30 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For kids and teens ages 8-18
Join us for our new Working Dog series with 4-H! We’ll be learning everything there is to know about working dog breeds and the jobs they do out in the field.
This month our special guest will be a police dog!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Tech Table
2026-04-28 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 Leadership Committee
2026-04-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Join our Teen Leadership Committee! Open to middle and high school students, this group is perfect for those who want to make a difference in the Library and the community. We meet on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:30 to 5:30 P.M. to plan exciting events, prep fun crafts, and assist with fundraising efforts. Get involved, develop leadership skills, and be part of something meaningful!
No registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Making a Mess-Terpiece
2026-04-28 15:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Are we making a mess or making a masterpiece? Both! Join Miss Maggie as we explore unique (and messy!) ways to make art.
For kids ages 6 through 12
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Mahjong
2026-04-28 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-04-28 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-04-28 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.

Mahjong
2026-04-28 11:45 - 13:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesdays from 11:45 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come Play Mahjong!
Gather with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Tuesday to learn how to play mahjong.
Registration is required.

No Preschool Stories Today
2026-04-28 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, April 28 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
See You Next Week!

Always in Stitches
2026-04-28 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.

Cross Stitch For Beginners
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a beginner-friendly cross-stitch program where you’ll learn the basics, including reading patterns and threading needles. All materials are provided, and you’ll start a simple patriotic project to complete at home. No experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm! Registration is required due to limited seating.

Cookbook Club
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from this month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club selection is “The Betty Crocker Cookbook: Everything You Need to Know to Cook Today.” We recommend bringing to-go containers for any possible leftovers that might be available during the club. If you have any questions, please e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

NPPL Board Meeting - April 2026
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, April 27 at 6:00 P.M.
The board of North Pocono Public Library will have their monthly meeting in the community room. This meeting is open to the public.

Cruise Into Kindergarten PM Session
2026-04-27 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Week 3
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series. Registration is Closed.
If program is full please email Mrs. Burke at nburke@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
A morning session will be offered 10:00 AM.

Author Talk: "Lackawanna County's Fallen 56"
2026-04-27 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join local historian, Jason Amico, as he discusses a slice of American history and his book on local military personnel who died or went missing in the Vietnam War.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

First Friends
2026-04-27 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

Garden Club
2026-04-27 13:30 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Native Plant Preview & Garden Cleanup
Learn about a variety of garden plants native to Northeast PA. Many of the plants featured will be available at the Penn State Master Gardener’s Native Plant Sale happening May 30th. Afterwards, we will be working in the Library’s Pollinator Garden and getting it ready for Spring.
Registration is required for this program.

Caring Hands
2026-04-27 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.

Little Farmers
2026-04-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Homeschool Program
A fun and interactive program introducing kids to farming and farm animals with Kristin Armstrong, 4H.
For ages 4-7.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-04-27 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

Blocks & Bubbles
2026-04-27 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, April 27 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Play and grow at the library!
Build with blocks and meet new friends at North Pocono Public Library. At the end of the clean-up, we’ll have some bubble popping fun. Recommended for ages 1-5.
No registration required.

Cruise Into Kindergarten AM Session
2026-04-27 10:00 - 10:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Week 3
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series. Registration is Closed.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
An evening session will also be offered at 5:00 PM.
