Lackawanna County Library System

Needlework Night
2026-07-15 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
All needlework welcome including: knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, and embroidering. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided

School Readiness Storytime
2026-07-15 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kindergarten teacher Chris Beck for a fun and engaging storytime with a sprinkle of learning! Stories, play-learning centers and group activities.
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
Kids entering 2nd Graders are also welcome.
You only need to register once for the whole series from the July 8 session, https://lclshome.org/event/school-readiness-storytime-5pm-1/. Series runs weekly from July 8-August 19. We understand you may not be able to make all sessions due to vacations.
To see if spots are available email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org.

Pretty Pebbles
2026-07-15 15:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We’ve got rocks, we’ve got paint. Come on down and show us what you can make! Paint them bright with stripes and dots or however you want, think outside the box. You can add some googly eyes for a summertime friend. We want to see some pretty rocks!
For kids ages 4 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tinker Teens Presents: Bookish Garden Bricks
2026-07-15 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Teens are invited to make a replica of their favorite book, or design their own! Create a beautiful outdoor decoration perfect for any reader!
-Ages: 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

Oak Hill Senior Apartments
2026-07-15 14:15 - 15:15 | PA
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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: Oak Street, Taylor

Test Event 7-14-2026
2026-07-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States

Movie: Strange Journey
2026-07-15 14:00 - 15:30 | 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 “Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror: (Wednesday, July 15th): London theater play The Rocky Horror Show evolves into a groundbreaking cult phenomenon, featuring iconic songs and performances that celebrate individuality. The legacy lives on through midnight screenings and a devoted following that spans generations. Not Rated; 1 hr., 29 min.

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

Needles & Hooks
2026-07-15 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 suggested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.

Maple Manor
2026-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: Williams Street, Taylor

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-07-15 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.

Moosic Meadow Lackawanna County Housing Authority
2026-07-15 11:45 - 12:30 | PA
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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: Dupont Street, Moosic

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-07-15 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Aquatic Dino Camp
2026-07-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library is excited to host the 4-H for an exciting Aquatic Dino Camp on Wednesday, July 15 at 11:00 A.M. This special program will feature activities, games, and learning all about aquatic dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles that lived in the oceans millions of year ago. There will be activities involving water so expect to be outside and we encourage you to bring a towel. This program is for kids ages 5+. Registration is required.

Terrific Tales
2026-07-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-15 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-07-15 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

Inspire Early Education
2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30 | PA
This stop is ONLY for 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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Mystery Book Club
2026-07-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our monthly Mystery Book Club where fellow sleuths gather to discuss twists, turns, and page-turners that keep us guessing until the very end.
The June selection for the Mystery Book Club is “The Caves of Steel” by Isaac Asimov.

Death Café
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for coffee, cake, and conversation at our Death Café, a welcoming space to explore thoughts on death, dying, and what it means to live amongst it. Whether you’d like to share or simply listen, all are welcome. For adults.

Summer Fun Time
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. Registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. Ages 5-12.

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-07-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Cruise into Kindergarten is an interactive story time which features stories, music, creative play and exploration and supports school readiness.
This program runs Tuesdays July 7, 14, and 21 and August 4, 11, and 18. Pre-registration is required.

Tech Table
2026-07-14 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

Felt Poster Art Afternoon for KIDS
2026-07-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library is throwing it back to the 90’s with a Felt Poster Art Afternoon for youth. Teens 12-17 are invited to color some felt dinosaur posters at 2:00 P.M. while enjoying a famous dinosaur movie on the new TV. Then at 4:30 kids ages 6-11 will get their turn relaxing, coloring, chatting, and watching dinosaurs on the TV. Supplies are limited; registration is required. This program was made possible with a generous donation from the Friends of the Valley Community Library.
If online registration is full, please call the library at 570-489-1765 to be placed on the waitlist.

Science Heroes: Digging It
2026-07-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unearth your curiosity as we dig into the incredible science that’s all around us with Science Heroes!
*Harness the power of pressure and energy with our Toilet Tornado™!
*Experiment with physical vs. chemical changes with our Disappearing Polymer™!
*Observe the effects of physical explosions, angles, and trajectory with our Hydro-Cannon™!
*And more!
Family Event
Geared towards ages 5-11.

Play-Doh Free Play
2026-07-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your imagination and stop by to show us what you can sculpt. Practice your creativity, arts, and just have fun.
For kids ages 3 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Pokémon Go Poke-Walks
2026-07-14 15:00 - 16:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Patrons are invited to join up with Pokémon Go players at the library before travelling on different routes and catching different types of Pokémon! Anyone is welcome to join this family friendly program, but patrons are responsible for having their own devices.
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family, Adults)

Keystone Place Scranton
2026-07-14 14:15 - 15:15 | PA
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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: 101 Smallacombe Drive, Scranton

Mahjong
2026-07-14 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.

Delaware Tower Apartments
2026-07-14 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
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 to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: 100 Smallacombe Drive, Scranton

Mahjong
2026-07-14 12:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesdays from 12:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come Play Mahjong!
Gather with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Tuesday to play mahjong. This is a beginner-friendly class.
Registration is required.
