Lackawanna County Library System

TCG Club
2026-02-19 16:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck, play some games, and have some fun with local friends! We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but are open to other trading card games as well.
-Ages: Teens/Adults

Red, White, and Bubbles!
2026-02-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For ages 8-12

Make red, white, and blue bath bombs that fizzle like fireworks!

Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions, or to be added to the waitlist.

Block Heads LEGO® Club
2026-02-19 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, February 19 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join fellow brick builders at North Pocono Public Library and enjoy free play with our LEGO blocks. Families are welcome to drop in any time during the event hours. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Block Heads LEGO® Club meets once monthly on the 3rd Thursday.
No registration is required.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-02-19 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.

Thursdays Together
2026-02-19 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
2026-02-19 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.

Mahjong
2026-02-19 12:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursdays at 12:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come Play Mahjong!
Gather with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Thursday to learn how to play mahjong.
Registration is required.

Little Builders' Party
2026-02-19 11:30, 2026-02-18 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 through 8 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome!
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Library Littles: Tooth Fairy
2026-02-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The tooth fairy will read us stories about taking good care of our teeth and she will be available to take photos afterward.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-02-19 10:30, 2026-02-18 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

Block Party
2026-02-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for some free play time for you and your child with our large selection of blocks and toys. Recommended for ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Snowy Bridge Painting Class with Elizabeth Jones
2026-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Create a Snowy Bridge scene with Elizabeth Jones using acrylic paints and palette knives to achieve texture. It’s easy! With the right technique, it’s like frosting a cake. For adults. $35 Materials Fee. In person registration required with payment due at time of signing up. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org to see a picture of the project or for any questions you might have.

SPL Book Club: "The Sweetness of Water"
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on The Sweetness Water by Nathan Harris. This award-winning debut tells the story of two freedmen brothers and a Georgia farmer whose friendship will change their lives forever.
Now available both in-person and virtually. When you register for virtual, please select the Zoom option; the link will be sent to you via email a few days prior to the meeting.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Socrates Cafe
2026-02-18 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.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

American Civil War Stories: USCT
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Join historian Kassidy Cobb for a fascinating historical discussion about the American Civil War and the unsung regiments of the Union Army, the United States Colored Troops. A descendant of a soldier in the USCT, Kassidy, will share stories from the Civil War, including the critical role the USCT played in the Union’s victory. Registration for this program is required.

Historically Black Podcast & Book Pairings
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, February 18 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Celebrate Black History Month!
Gather at North Pocono Public Library to listen to two episodes of Historically Black, a podcast produced by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. There will be a discussion afterwards about where to search for resources to learn more about the subjects of the episodes and some book pairings that the library has available.
Registration Requested.

Wellness Wednesday
2026-02-18 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, February 18 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Be well!
Join Hedy Schneller of Illumia Skincare at North Pocono Public Library for Wellness Wednesday! Learn all about the relationship between your gut and your skin and how it impacts your health.
Registration is required.

Danger Club: Ice Dyeing
2026-02-18 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Let’s get groovy with some cool ice dyeing! Twist rubber bands around a hat and socks to create swirling patterns while learning about the science behind ice dyeing. Then we will add ice and dye powder to make groovy designs using a resist dyeing technique. Your wearable art is going to be to dye for!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Movie: Wicked: For Good
2026-02-18 14:00 - 16:30 | 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 “Wicked: For Good” (Wednesday, February 18th): Now demonized as the Wicked Witch of the West, Elphaba lives in exile in the Ozian forest, while Glinda resides at the palace in Emerald City, reveling in the perks of fame and popularity. As an angry mob rises against the Wicked Witch, she’ll need to reunite with Glinda to transform herself, and all of Oz, for good.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Needes and Hooks Crochet and Knitting Group
2026-02-18 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
2026-02-18 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.

Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers
2026-02-17 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers are a Beekeeping group in (but not limited to) Lackawanna County. Our mission is to foster interest in backyard beekeeping and provide a forum for discussion among local beekeepers. Whether you are already a beekeeper, are interested in becoming a beekeeper, are interested in honeybees, or have land that you would like to use to help sponsor a beehive, then this is the place for you. Beekeeping and honey bee information is exchanged in an informal and friendly environment to help keep our honeybees (and other pollinators) healthy and thriving. Families welcome.

Teen Pottery: Stars and Stripes Soup Mugs
2026-02-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Celebrate Valentine’s Day and President’s Day all in one by making a heart shaped stars and stripes soup mug!

All supplies provided Registration required

Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Knot Another Stitch
2026-02-17 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.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Breast Feeding Basics
2026-02-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Brittany Kimble, Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation Consultant for breast feeding basics.
This class is perfect for first time moms and moms seeking techniques and strategies that support successful breast feeding and help build maternal confidence.
Tuesday, February 17th at 6pm.
For Adults

Novel Thoughts: "My Teacher is an Alien"
2026-02-17 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Susan Simmons can tell that her new substitute teacher is really weird. She just doesn’t know how weird until she catches him peeling off his face—and realizes that “Mr. Smith” is really an alien! Join Ms. Meghan for a book club that’s out of this world.
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

The 5:30 Society
2026-02-17 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 17 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Read with the 5:30 Society!
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 February’s installment, they will be reading The Husbands by Holly Gramazio.
No registration is required.

ESL Classes
2026-02-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Every Tuesday in February at 4:30 P.M. nonenglish speakers are welcome to learn ESL at the Carbondale Public Library. This program is free of charge and open to all community members. Please register at the link below!
Todos los miércoles de enero a las 6 de la noche las personas que no hablan inglés están invitadas a aprender Inglés en la biblioteca pública al Carbondale. Este programa es gratuito y está abierto a todos los miembros de la comunidad. Por favor, inscribase utilizando el siguiente enlace: https://forms.gle/JyfZrPdrZh54kjQ9A
