Lackawanna County Library System

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-02-11 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Movie: Becoming Led Zeppelin
2026-02-11 14:00 - 16:05 | 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 “Becoming Led Zeppelin” (Wednesday, February 11th): The film traces the journeys of the four members of the Stairway To Heaven rockers through the music scene of the 1960s and their meeting in the summer of 1968, culminating in 1970.

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

Teen U.S. Eats
2026-02-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
A teen-led monthly cooking series where we’ll learn about oral history and make family recipes. This month we will be decorating aprons and choosing our first recipe!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions or to be added to the waitlist.

Adult Craft: Stamp Making
2026-02-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Learn how to use a Lino cutter and carving block to create your own stamp.

American Girl Movie Night: "Felicity: An American Girl Adventure"
2026-02-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Watch the world of Felicity come alive in this fun, family movie about this spunky colonial girl!
For children in kindergarten and older.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Creative Writing Community
2026-02-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all writers! Are you looking for the opportunity to share your ideas with others and hone your skills? Or are you looking to flex your creative muscles and receive feedback on your work? Then join us for the Creative Writing Community. We are looking for writers of any experience level: Poets, Novelists, Short Story Writers, Journalists, Editors, and anyone who loves words is welcome!c

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

Pysanky Valentine's Workshop
2026-02-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Create your own Ukrainian Pysanky Valentine’s Day egg with facilitator Tammy Budnovitch. This class will be a beginner’s step-by-step instruction to help you create this beautiful egg. Materials cost is $25 per person payable to the instructor, and all supplies will be provided. Bring your kistka and beeswax if you have taken the class before. If you would like to see the project or be added to the waitlist e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-02-12 10:30, 2026-02-12 18:00 | 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

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-02-12 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

Adult Craft with The Wright Center: Teacups
2026-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join The Wright Center at the library for craft time.

Crafternoon: Q-Tip Valentine Art
2026-02-12 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, February 12 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Craft the afternoon away!
Children of all ages are invited to drop in at North Pocono Public Library during the event hours to make a craft project to take home. This month, we will be painting with Q-Tips, so be sure to leave your fancy clothes at home.
No registration is required.

Bookmark Your Heart
2026-02-12 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day early! Local romance novelists Tara Conrad, Cissy Mecca, and Tina Gallagher will be on hand to discuss the popularity of the romance genre and how they hone their craft. They will also field questions from the audience and have a selection of their books for sale.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Acrobatics
2026-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | PA
Young people participating in these activities will be improving their acrobatics through participating in various intelligence-stimulating games. Young adults, ages 12-14 are welcome to join the fun! Acrobatics meets Thursdays at 5P.M.
Contact the library for more details (570-563-2014).

Tech Table
2026-02-12 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

He Called it Macaroni: An Exploration of Early American Fashion
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
From the elegant fashions of the upper class to the reliable fabrics worn by everyday people, the Scranton Public Library along with fashion historian Emily Lance will provide an overview of important fashion trends around the American Revolutionary War. During the presentation, we will discuss the macaroni fashion subculture, fashion icons of the late 1700s, and more. Join us for this fun presentation looking at the origins of American fashion, featuring styles depicted in Charles Wilson Peale’s painting of his family from The New York Historical Museum.

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

Teen Creator Lab: G’not a Valentine’s Day Gnome
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Craft a fun gnome friend using fun socks and foam! Supplies will be provided, but teens are welcome to bring their own to decorate their gnome as well.
This program is for teen ages 12-18.

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
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Faces of the Accused with Local Historian Nick Petula
2026-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join local historian and author Nick Petula for special program Faces of the Accused at the Valley Community Library on February 12 at 6:00 p.m. Take a tour through Scranton’s criminal past, and meet the men and women arrested by the Scranton Police Department between 1898-1920. Learn more about Nick’s unique collection of mug shots, telling the tales of accused murderers and burglars, horse thieves, and highway robbers. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Funky Flag Project with Spirited Art
2026-02-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join the Library and Spirited Art as we celebrate our Winter Reading Challenge with a creative, hands-on project. Attendees will have the chance to bring their own flair to this funky flag project, experimenting with colors and personal style. For adults. $25 Materials Fee. In person registration required with payment due at time of signing up. For a picture of the project e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-02-13 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 10:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical. No registration is required to attend.

StoryTime
2026-02-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Read, sing, and play together as we make new friends at StoryTime! Ages 0-5

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-02-13 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required to attend.

Cross-Stitch and Embroidery Group
2026-02-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every other Friday. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided.

Coloring Club
2026-02-13 14:30 - 16:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come color your world and hang out at the Library! On Fridays we will have a variety of different coloring supplies available, and a variety of coloring pages suitable for all ages and experience levels.
For children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Board-dom Buster Games
2026-02-13 15:00 - 17:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Friday, February 13th some schools have off for Presidents’ Day Weekend. The Valley Community Library is the perfect way to beat the boredom of cabin fever. Invite your friends and join Fawn and Jon at the Library for a Board Game afternoon. We will have classic games like Giant UNO and Apples to Apples, along with fun mini-RPG games like 5-minute D&D, Slay, and many others. There will be a variety of games to choose from and play for everyone 12 and older. Registration is required.

Avian Adventures
2026-02-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join PennState Extension Master Gardeners and 4H for a drop in event and learn about various bird species and their habitats, and enjoy crafting your own bird-themed creations. For all ages.

Movie Fans Matinee: A Good Year
2026-02-14 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 Ridley Scott film “A Good Year.”
A British investment broker inherits his uncle’s chateau and vineyard in Provence, where he spent much of his childhood. He discovers a new laid-back lifestyle as he tries to renovate the estate to be sold.
Register below.

Mini (He)Art Day: Clay Candy Dish
2026-02-14 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Happy Valentine’s Day! For this special edition of Mini Art Day, we will be making heart-shaped candy dishes out of air-dry clay. Create and decorate your dishes with love (and paint) and take home a bag of valentine’s day goodies to fill your dish once it is dry!
For children ages 3 and older.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Sundays with Friends: Dinosaur Adventure Show
2026-02-15 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join an exciting dinosaur adventure with Paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka! Learn about the characteristics of a dinosaur and meet Mr. Nixon, an eight-foot Triceratops skull. Children will get to participate in their very own dinosaur dig for a Triceratops bone. Don’t miss this “dino-mite” show!
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome. Space is limited to 60 children.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Library Closed-President's Day
2026-02-16 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of President’s Day.
