Lackawanna County Library System

The Curiosity Club: Quail Egg Incubation
2026-05-30 14:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We’ve hatched chickens, and we’ve hatched ducks. It is now time to hatch Quail! Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to set up our incubator for quail! Then, visit us throughout June to check on the incubator, and maybe even see them hatch!
We extend a special thanks to Peoples Security Bank & Trust for sponsoring this program.
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Ice Cream Social
2026-05-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Family Day:
Celebrate Mothers’ Day, Fathers’ Day, and all of our family members with an ice cream party at the library! Ice cream craft and activities to enjoy as well!
Registration is highly appreciated to ensure we have enough supplies for everyone.

What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club
2026-05-30 12:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Looking to talk about books but don’t want to be confined to discussing one specific title? Join our alternative book club where everyone talks about their favorite book or a book that they’ve recently read.
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

First Friends
2026-05-30 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us each week for a space and bonding opportunity for families with babies and toddlers to support each other. Each week, the library will provide different programs, including age-appropriate story times, movement activities, art activities, singing, and more!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

History and Tour of the Scranton Public Library
2026-05-30 10:00 - 11:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Celebrate the Albright Library’s 133rd Anniversary with a tour and history of the building. We will start in the Henkelman Room with a short presentation and then take a tour of the building. Please be aware that steps will be utilized as well as the elevator.

Teen Macra-May
2026-05-29 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Join local artist Laniebirdstudios and learn some basic macrame knots. You’ll go home with a colorful wall hanging!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Macra-MAY
2026-05-29 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join local artist, Lanie Bird Studios, for all things macrame’!
Macrame’ is a crafting technique using cord and knots to create wall art and functional pieces.
Learn a variety of knots to create a colorful wall hanging.
This class is for adults

Grow With Your Library
2026-05-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Grow with your library! Children through grade 12 can come to the library on Friday May 29 between 4:00 and 6:00 P.M. to decorate a flower pot and plant a flower to take home. Registration is required. If registering multiple children, please adjust “total guests” accordingly.

Coloring Club
2026-05-29 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

Needlework Afternoon
2026-05-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every Friday. 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

Conversational Italian Class
2026-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our weekly class delving into beginner conversational Italian, grammar, vocabulary, and culture.

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-05-29 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.

Storytime
2026-05-29 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development.
For kids ages 2 through 6. Families and siblings are welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-05-29 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.

Families Helping Families
2026-05-28 19:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. No registration required.

Constitution Alive!
2026-05-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Bring the U.S. Constitution to life with Patriot Academy’s “Constitution Alive!” video course that offers an easy-to-understand view of our nation’s bedrock principles. Perfect for beginners and history enthusiasts. This is a 6-week course held on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Valley Community Library from May 21 through June 25. Join facilitator Matt Zale to learn how the Constitution shapes your rights, freedoms, and daily life through videos and discussions. Register for a free workbook at patriotacademy.com. Questions can be directed to Matt Zale at 570-357-4517.

Teen Anime Club
2026-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month’s Teen Anime Club is all about the 2011 anime, Madoka Magica! Come meet other anime fans and watch the first three episodes of the thrilling magical girl series!

This program is designed for teenagers between the ages of 12 and 18.

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

"The Great Cookie Kerfuffle" Storytime
2026-05-28 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special storytime to celebrate the Pennsylvania One Book, “The Great Cookie Kerfuffle” by Jessica Shaw and Pauline Gregory! Families will receive one free copy of the book to keep, while supplies last.
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

Drawing 101
2026-05-28 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We invite anyone interested in tapping into their creative side through drawing to join us! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
For adults. Participants must register for all 5 sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Board Game Night
2026-05-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Play board games from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on May 28 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Tech Table
2026-05-28 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

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-05-28 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.

Color Me Happy
2026-05-28 14:00 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 28 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Color your way to a happier mood at North Pocono Public Library in the children’s area! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided so that you can drop in any time during event hours. All ages welcome.
No registration is required.

Book Club
2026-05-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The Carbondale Public Library Book Club typically meets on the last Thursday of the month with the exception of holiday closings.
Book Club List 2026
Jan – Rebecca – Daphne du Maurier (Classic)
Feb – Local Woman Missing – Mary Kubica (Chilling Thriller)
Mar – Keeping Faith – Jodi Picoult (Contemporary)
Apr – The River is Waiting – Wally Lamb (Contemporary)
May – Atmosphere – Taylor Jenkins Reid (Historical Romance)
Jun – The Berry Pickers – Amanda Peters (Tragic Mystery)
Jul – Nobody’s Fool – Harlan Coben (Thriller)
Aug – The Briar Club – Kate Quinn (Female Friendships)
Sep – The Four Winds – Kristin Hannah (Historical Fiction)
Oct – Don’t Let Him In – Lisa Jewell (Psychological Thriller)
Nov – Presumed Guilty – Scott Turow (Mystery)
Dec – The View from Lake Como – Adriana Trigiani (Hilarious)

Thursdays Together
2026-05-28 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
2026-05-28 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.

Great Cookie Kerfuffle
2026-05-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Library Littles: One Book Every Young Child
Join us for Library Littles and help us celebrate the 2026 PA One Book title, The Great Cookie Kerfuffle, by Jessica Shaw. We will share this fun and silly counting story of how one cookie leads from ruckus to friendship, as well as engaging activities and crafts to enjoy!
This program is free but registration is required.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-05-28 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

Aromatherapy for Stress Management
2026-05-28 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 28 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Learn the benefits of essential pils and sample 5 different oils to create a personalized stress blend at North Pocono Public Library as a part of the Greater Scranton YMCA Caring Communities for Mental Health series. Each participant will take home a customized body lotion and stress ball.
Registration is required.

Wall Flower Vase with Experience Pottery
2026-05-27 18:00 - 20:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, May 27 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Paulina of Experience Pottery will be at North Pocono Public Library to teach us how to make a flower vase to hang on the wall using hand-building techniques, from molding to painting to decorating. Your experience includes all materials and processes: pottery experience, paint/glazing, tools, and firing to make your piece food, microwave, and dishwasher safe.
After the event, pieces will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing. Finished pieces will be available at the library for pickup (allow 4 weeks for processing).
Please arrive ten minutes to the event in clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting a little dirty. Also remember to remove all jewelry from your wrists and fingers before we begin.
Disclaimer: We cannot guarantee that you will create the exact shape and result from the pottery piece in the sample images you will see. We will make every effort to work with you to create the shape of handcrafted pottery you desire, but remember that each piece will look different in shape and size depending on what you create. Every piece will be beautiful since it will be made by you! All of your creative energy will be embedded to enjoy for a lifetime! Note that unexpected things can happen during the pottery-making process, and the material can react in unexpected ways. While we will take every precaution to achieve a successful piece, clay can break during drying, transportation, or firing. If your handcrafted pottery doesn’t get completed, you will receive a handcrafted pottery piece made by artisan.
Registration is required. There is a $25 program fee.
