Lackawanna County Library System

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-04-16 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 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
2026-04-16 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
2026-04-16 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.

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-04-16 11:30, 2026-04-15 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

Counting Coins with Cal & Penn East
2026-04-16 10:30, 2026-04-15 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special storytime to celebrate Financial Literacy Month with Cal and our friends from Penn East Federal Credit Union! They will read stories, sing songs, and of course, help us count our coins!
For kids ages 2-6. Families welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

SPL Book Club
2026-04-15 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 Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid. A fast-paced, thrilling, and emotional novel, Atmosphere transports readers to iconic times and places, creating complex protagonists and telling a passionate and soaring story about the transformative power of love—this time among the stars.
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.

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

Socrates Cafe
2026-04-15 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.

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

Boston Tea Party: Analyzing Key Features, Events, and Ideas
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Katie Leach as we look at the events of the Boston Tea Party in the bigger picture of America’s role in the British Empire and why the Boston Tea Party was so significant in the rebellion against Britain. We will discuss interesting facts about the Boston Tea Party and end with latest battle about tea between the U.K. and the U.S.! Registration required.

Wellness Wednesday
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, April 15 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Be well!
Join Lynn Potter at North Pocono Public Library for Wellness Wednesday! Lynn Potter will present a brief introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine. There will be time for discussion, including questions.
Chinese medicine is based on the concept of yin and yang. The whole idea is to find balance between the two. Traditional Chinese Medicine seeks balance through the five-element theory. Five element theory believes that we as humans cycle just as nature does; daily, weekly monthly and so on we go through our lives.
Registration is required.

Danger Club: Magnetic Slime
2026-04-15 18:00 | 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

NKH Chess Club
2026-04-15 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you want to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club!
For adults. Teens welcome with parent supervision.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Movie: Bugonia
2026-04-15 14:00 - 16:00 | 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 “Bugonia” (Wednesday, April 15th): Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth. Filmed in VistaVision.

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

Needes and Hooks Crochet and Knitting Group
2026-04-15 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 sugested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-04-15 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.

Drop In Tech Assistance - Wednesdays
2026-04-15 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
2026-04-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-15 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.

Mystery Book Club
2026-04-14 18:30 - 20:30 | 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 May selection for the Mystery Book Club is Elliot Roosevelt’s “Murder in the Lincoln Bedroom.”

Teen Garden Glass Art
2026-04-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Make a spring project with Spirited Art! We’ll use fused glass to create mushroom house gardens.

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

School Age Funtime
2026-04-14 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.

Reading Skills: Retelling
2026-04-14 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month we will practice remembering what we have read. We will read together and retell the story in our own words. We will also continue to practice our sight words and vowel sounds.
For children in Kindergarten through Second Grade.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-04-14 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.
pre-registration is required.

Kids in the Kitchen
2026-04-14 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our friends from The Junior League for a hands-on program focused on teaching children about healthy eating and basic nutrition in a fun and engaging way. Enjoy a few stories, interactive lesson, and simple food activity that encourages kids to try new foods and learn how to make healthy choices.
For kids ages 3 through 6. Families and siblings welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tech Table
2026-04-14 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

Minecraft
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Minecraft: Water Park Mayhem
In partnership with Arrayscape Gaming. Children of ages are welcome to join us to take part in a special Minecraft Game. Devices provided. Space is limited. Registration is required.
-Ages: 7+ (Children and Teens)

L.I.F.T.
2026-04-14 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 17 through Friday, April 17
(Adult Programming)
Lifelong Improvements through Fitness Together
Join Penn State Extension at North Pocono Public Library for an eight week long wellness program for adults (age 40+). This series consists of strength-training exercises to promote proper body positioning, flexibility, and posture, as well a nutritional component. Patrons can register online or in person at the library on Friday, February 13 at 2:00 P.M. Any registration questions can be directed to our Head of Adult Services, Kim Hnatko. For questions regarding financial aid or registration, please contact Chrissy Pullman at (570) 616-0878.
Registration is required. $60 per person.
Week One
Tuesday, February 17 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, February 20 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Two
Tuesday, February 24 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, February 27 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Three
Tuesday, March 3 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday March, 6 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Four
Tuesday, March 10 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, March 13 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Five
Tuesday, March 17 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, March 20 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Six
Tuesday, March 24 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, March 27 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Seven
Tuesday, March 31 from 2:00-3:00pm and Tuesday, April 7 from 2:00-3:00pm
Week Eight
Tuesday, April 14 from 2:00-3:00pm and Friday, April 17 from 2:00-3:00pm

Mahjong
2026-04-14 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.
