Lackawanna County Library System

Pop-up Tea Library
2025-01-17 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All day on Friday, January 17
(Adult Programming)
Tea lovers and bookworms alike are invited to Pop-up Tea Library, an indulging day of relaxation and literary adventures at North Pocono Public Library. Explore a world of flavors with our curated tea and snack selection, designed to complement your reading journey. Get cozy and bring your favorite book or pick one up while you’re here!
No registration is required.

Closed: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
2025-01-17 | PA
Abington Community Library will be closed in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
The Library will re-open on Tuesday, January 21 at 9:00 AM

Teen Photography & Instant Print Camera
2025-01-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we explore photography with instant print cameras. We’ll take photos to create a collaborative collage on a corkboard and will also accept any photos you’d like to have developed and printed.

Mouseketeer BINGO
2025-01-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Oh boy! Join us for a Disney-themed bingo party that’s sure to be the happiest event on Earth! Kids ages 8-12 are invited to play rounds of Mouseketeer Bingo, where the cards are filled with Disney characters, movies, and magical surprises.
🎶 From Mickey Mouse to Moana, every bingo call will bring a little extra magic. Winners will receive fun Disney-themed prizes, and everyone will leave with a smile!
📅 When: Thursday, January 16 at 4:00 P.M.
👥 Who: Kids ages 8-12
Put on your ears, grab your friends, and get ready for some bingo magic! 🐭✨
Any questions please email Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Block Party
2025-01-16 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.

Planning for Retirement
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, January 15 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
As many Americans grow more unsure of their retirement, it’s important to have a plan. Financial advisor, Mark Santaniello, will be visiting North Pocono Public Library to discuss how to best prepare for retirement.
Registration is required.

SafeinHome Informational Session
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join the Library for an informational session on SafeinHome, an ODP-approved provider of remote support services and technologies for adults (16+) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and Autism. Learn about their innovative technologies that promote independence, health, and safety while providing peace of mind for caregivers. This event is ideal for individuals eligible for ODP services, families planning support for teens and young adults transitioning to adulthood, and those seeking to enhance independence and safety at home and in the community.

Danger Club: Popsicle Stick Bridge Challenge
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
How strong can you make a bridge out of popsicle sticks? Come test your engineering skills with Ms. Meghan and see how many books your bridge made out of popsicles and hot glue can hold!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Book Club: None Of This Is True
2025-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we delve into “None Of This Is True” by Lisa Jewell. This intriguing psychological thriller follows a woman who unexpectedly becomes the focus of her own popular true-crime podcast.

Read the Revolution Teen Podcast
2025-01-15 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Are you ready to make your voice heard? Join us for a special podcasting class with Liz Keptner, a Penn State professor who will guide us through the ins and outs of creating an engaging podcast. Learn everything from planning and recording to editing and publishing.
After the workshop, we’ll kick off our very own Read the Revolution Podcast at the Library. Share your reads, discuss trends, and collaborate with fellow teens to a create a podcast that shines.
Interest forms are available in-person at the Library and also online here.
Teens are invited to join Read the Revolution, a bi-weekly book club like no other. Together, we’ll dive into thrilling reads, spark deep discussions, and launch an exciting teen-led podcast to amplify your voices. Our first meeting kicks off on Wednesday, January 15th, continuing every other Wednesday.
1st Book Club Pick: The Terrifying Tales of Vivian Vance!
Registered members will receive a personal copy of Joshua Ulrich’s graphic novel The Terrifying Tales of Vivian Vance—an action-packed story full of competition, identity, and heart. Stop by the Library in December to pick up your book and get started before the first session. Supplies are limited, so register early!
Along with your book, you’ll get exclusive Read the Revolution swag, including:

Themed bookmarks and stickers.
Early access to podcast planning materials and discussion prompts.

Make your voice part of the revolution—one book, one podcast, one idea at a time. 🎙️📚✨

Movie: Joker: Folie à Deux
2025-01-15 14:00 - 16:20 | 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 “Joker: Folie à Deux,” Arthur Fleck is institutionalized at Arkham awaiting trial for his crimes as Joker. While struggling with his dual identity, Arthur not only stumbles upon true love, but also finds the music that’s always been inside him. Rated R; 2 hrs., 18 min.

Registration is optional, but to secure adequate seating, you can register below.

Terrific Tales
2025-01-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-15 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! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Banned Book Club: SkippyJon Jones
2025-01-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
So, what’s the harm in a book about a Siamese kitten that thinks he is a Chihuahua? Well, this popular children’s book was the eighth most challenged book in 2019. Come join Ms. Meghan to find out more about this adorable little trouble maker.
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

The 5:30 Society
2025-01-14 17:30 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 14 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
North Pocono Public Library’s newest book club! Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the second Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For their first installment, they will be reading Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
No registration required.

Family Yoga
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Nama-Stay Together! This free class offers a special time for children ages 4-9 and their grown-ups to connect and develop life-long skills of strength, coordination, and confidence through yoga poses, games, stories, and music.
There is no charge for this class but registration holds your space. Classes start on time and allows for a brief restroom and water break.
Instructor: Kerri from Kerri Berri Kids Yoga
Courtesy of the Julie Matylewicz Martin Fund.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Health Literacy.

Art Explorers
2025-01-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun and inspiring art session where you’ll get to create your own masterpiece while exploring different artists and art techniques. This month we will draw and paint a winter cardinal.
For ages 5-10.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-01-14 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-01-14 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.

Preschool Stories: Numbers!
2025-01-14 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, January 14 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for number-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Read to Dogs
2025-01-13 17:45 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, January 13 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Puzzle Swap
2025-01-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Swap your old puzzles for new-to-you ones at our Puzzle Swap! To participate, drop off puzzles at the Albright Memorial Library from January 2nd to 13th to receive swap tickets, or bring your donations on the event night. We welcome gently used puzzles of any size and piece count, in their original boxes and complete with no missing pieces. Feel free to drop in any time during the event to discover a new puzzle to bring home – no RSVP required.

Teen Tinker Lab: Rube Goldberg Machine Club
2025-01-13 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Calling all creative minds and future engineers! Join us for Teen Tinker Lab on Monday, January 13, at 5:00 PM, where we’ll dive into the 2025 Rube Goldberg Machine Contest. This year’s challenge? Design a machine that can feed a pet in the most elaborate, over-the-top way possible!
This session is perfect for teens ages 10-15 who love to tinker, build, and think outside the box. We’ll review the contest rules, brainstorm wild ideas, and see if we have what it takes to form a team to enter the competition. Bring your imagination and get ready to overcomplicate the simplest of tasks—Rube Goldberg style!
We will form teams and work on some starter Rube Goldberg machines.
Snacks and supplies will be provided. Don’t miss out on this exciting kickoff event!

Homemade Cheese Tortellini Soup
2025-01-13 11:00 - 12:15 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Kate Kollar kicks off our 2025 “comfort food series” with homemade cheese tortellini soup.
This is a hands on pasta making class. Space is limited.

Join us Monday, January 13 at 11 A.M.

Open to ages 18+
$5 materials fee

Breakfast Book Club
2025-01-13 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, January 13 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in the community room for a discussion of January’s selection — The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan.
No registration is required.

Sundays with Friends: Ha-Ha Magic
2025-01-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Just like grown-ups, kids can make magic and do amazing things! Join us for an interactive magic show with Ha-Ha Magic as they make us laugh and entertain us with exciting tricks.
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Yoga
2025-01-11 13:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, January 11 at 1:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join Amy Lukeski, owner of Namastay Awhile Yoga + Wellness Studio, for a slow flow vinyasa style class at North Pocono Public Library. Vinyasa alone is characterized by stringing together postures to move seamlessly from one pose to another while focusing on the breath. The variable of Slow Flow Vinyasa helps us to develop a more balanced body with strength and focus on target areas. No two classes are alike and with Slow Flow Vinyasa we are able to mindfully work around injuries or limitations.”
Amy is a 200-RYT and recent graduate of 300-YTT/500-RYT who found her love of yoga through her own body limitations after several sports injuries. Her aim is to make sure everyone feels strong and confident in their body and what it is capable of. All levels and bodies welcome, always.
Registration is required.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-01-10 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-01-10 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

MTG Part II for Teens
2025-01-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we dive deeper into the game of Magic: The Gathering. New players can build their own decks for free and take them home, and returning players should bring their decks to play together.
