Lackawanna County Library System

Always in Stitches
2026-04-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Mayfield Borough
2026-04-14 10:00 - 10:45 | PA
Community Stop Information

This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-04-14 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.

Book Lovers' Book Club
2026-04-14 10:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every second Tuesday of the month as we gather to discuss interesting and engaging books! April’s selection is Maame by Jessica George. Maame is a coming-of-age novel that has been praised for its humor, heart, and poignant exploration of modern challenges like racism, familial duty, and finding one’s place. Stop by for a copy at the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library today!
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Summit Garden Apartments
2026-04-14 09:00 - 09:45 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
This stop is open to residents and staff. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Story Explorers: "The Dog and Pony Show: Dance Pants"
2026-04-13 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna to explore “The Dog and Pony Show: Dance Pants” by Jeff Mack! We will read the book together, discuss its literary elements, and have our own dance party!
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
2026-04-13 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, April 13 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
2026-04-13 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:
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

Cruise Into Kindergarten PM Session
2026-04-13 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 1
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.
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.

Discovery Seekers: Celebrating America Series
2026-04-13 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.
We will celebrate America250 by highlighting American innovations over the next few months. At this session we will learn about George Ferris and his invention, and make our own mini colorful spinning wheel.
For Ages 5-10, must be in at least Kindergarten.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

First Friends
2026-04-13 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

Caring Hands
2026-04-13 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.

Delaware Tower Apartments
2026-04-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
This stop is open to residents and staff. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Located at:
100 Smallacombe Drive
Scranton, Pa

Johnson College Test
2026-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
This stop is open to Students and Staff. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Located at:
3437 N. Main Ave
Scranton, PA

Johnson College
2026-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Toddlers on the Move
2026-04-13 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

Cruise Into Kindergarten AM Session
2026-04-13 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 1
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.
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.

Community Bank (Davis Street)
2026-04-13 09:30 - 10:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned at any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Located at:
500 Davis Street
Scranton, PA 18505

Teen-Led Chess Club
2026-04-12 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This is a teen-led program focused on learning and playing chess for kids and teens ages 8 and up. All experience levels are welcome!
No registration required.

Please reach out to Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

The Bookworms Book Club
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join the Bookworms Club at Albright Memorial Library this month as we dive into our latest selection, Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray, for an engaging discussion and shared reading experience.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Sundays with Friends: Rob the Juggler
2026-04-12 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we welcome juggler extraordinaire, Rob Smith, to the Library! Prepare to be mesmerized by this performance. Rob will be juggling balls, clubs, fire torches, rings, and flying knives!
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Teen Reading Lounge
2026-04-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Teens have an opportunity to enjoy the library’s services, while also impacting its future! Teens are welcome to share book suggestions and resources while also helping inspire and take the lead in helping us create a better library for our young adults.
-Ages: 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

Fandom Fanatics: Stranger Things
2026-04-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Fandom Fanatics: Stranger Things: Fans are invited to play games, make a craft, participate in trivia, and listen to music. Themed snacks will be provided.
-Ages: 8+ (Children, Teens, Family)

A Friendly Game of Book Bingo
2026-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, April 11 at 2:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
The Friends of North Pocono Public Library invite you to a Friendly Game of Book Bingo at North Pocono Public Library. Each new round introduces a new genre as the theme. Eat snacks, win prizes, and indulge in some competition with community while supporting our Friends group. There will be chances to win prizes each round and a grand prize for the ultimate winner with the most cumulative points. We ask that you make a minimum donation of $10 to the Friends of North Pocono Public Library for entry.
Registration is required.

Danger Club: Magnetic Slime
2026-04-11 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Did you know you could make your slime magnetic? Find out how at this month’s Danger Club!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Movie Fans Matinee: Dreamgirls
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our new movie group where fellow movie lovers will meet for a Saturday matinee on the second Saturday of every month. This month we will be viewing the 2006 film “Dreamgirls.”
The story follows the history and evolution of American R&B music during the 1960s and 1970s through the eyes of a Detroit girl group known as the Dreams and their manipulative record executive.
Register below.

Teen Sidewalk Rain Poetry
2026-04-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Help us decorate our sidewalk with poetry and art that only appears in the rain for National Poetry Month! Come prepared with your own poetry or use word magnets to come up with one on the spot.
This is an outdoor program and is dependent on weather.
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Trivia: Who's that Pokémon?
2026-04-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come test your knowledge on the world of Pokémon to win some fun prizes! Bring your cell phone to catch some shinies and trade with friends during Pokémon Go’s Community Day! Snacks and drinks will be provided to help keep you energized for your next Pokémon adventure!
For teens ages 12-18.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Friends of NPPL Meeting - April 2026
2026-04-11 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, April 11 at 10:00 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, but feel free to let us know you’re coming if you’re new!

Food Fun for Littles
2026-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Decorate and enjoy some tasty spring time treats! Drop-in any time between 4:00 and 5:00 PM as we have some fun with our food. For ages 2-5 (not currently in kindergarten) and their caregiver. Please register.
