Lackawanna County Library System

Adult Gaming Club
2026-07-06 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Our Gaming Club: A Gathering for All Players
Whether you’re a dedicated gamer or enjoy unwinding with video games after work, our club provides a welcoming space to connect with fellow adult gamers. Join us for an evening of Nintendo Switch gaming, featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and other titles. Bring your own console and games, or use our equipment. Drop-ins are always welcome!
For adults 18+

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

Teen Art Studio: Plastic Printmaking
2026-07-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Teen Art Studio is back! Join local artist and educator Mary Belle Gilroy on the first Monday of each month this year to make fun and unique art projects.
This month we’ll be painting using nontraditional tools to stamp images onto canvases! You’ll have the choice of creating a painting of a swan, jellyfish, or poppies inspired by classic artists.
Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions

Teen Anime Club: Intro to Drawing
2026-07-06 15:00 - 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Have you ever wanted to draw in the style of your favorite manga or anime? Join us at the Nancy Kay Holmes Library and learn the basics of capturing various manga styles! From heroines with sparkly eyes to muscular heroes with spiky hair – you’ll have a wide range of styles to try! Snacks and drinks will be provided to get the creative juices flowing!
For teens ages 12 through 17.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

First Friends
2026-07-06 15:00 | 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

2026-07-06 13:30 - 15:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
As World War I rages on, Dr. Henry Guthrie takes over a British choral society that’s lost most of its men to the army. The community soon discovers that the best response to the chaos of war is to make beautiful music together. Starring Ralph Fiennes. Registration is suggested.

Self-Portraits
2026-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, July 6 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Visit North Pocono Public Library to learn how Pablo Picasso created unique self-portraits, from tribal masks to cubism. Then express yourself by capturing your visage in a self-portrait using Picasso’s techniques! For ages 5-10.
Lone Goat Studio Art Expression Workshops promote exploration and self-expression, in addition to providing a deeper understanding of art.
Registration is required.

Caring Hands
2026-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. No registration required.

Make & Take Crafts for Kids
2026-07-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Kids of all ages are invited to make a craft here at the library to take home with them. We will have a new craft every Monday afternoon!

Willowbrook Place
2026-07-06 12:45 - 13:45
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.
Located: 150 Edella Road, Clarks Summit

Water Play
2026-07-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Cool off this summer at the library! Our splash pad and water toys will be available outside every Monday and every Saturday, weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Bedford Tower Apartments
2026-07-06 11:30 - 12:30
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.
Located: 400 Bedford Street, Clarks Summit

Bug Bins
2026-07-06 11:30 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A sensory activity for getting our hands dirty, digging through soil to see what “creatures” (play, of course) we can find!

Toddlers on the Move
2026-07-06 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 to 3. Families and siblings welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Summer Story Time
2026-07-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary for stories and a craft! Space is limited and registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. *Please note: Monday and Thursdays will be identical each week, so only register for one session. For ages 2 1/2 to 5 years old.

South Abington Community Park
2026-07-06 10:00 - 11:00
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.
Located: Northern Boulevard, S. Abington Twp.

Teen Take-and-Make: Marble Pets
2026-07-06 09:00 - 21:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Get a kit with all the supplies you need to make your own super cute snail and dino marble pets!
Register by Monday, June 29 to reserve your kit. Kits will be available to pick up the first week of July.
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Grab & Go: Sport Necklaces
2026-07-06 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Monday, July 6
(Children’s Programming)
Craft at Home!
Children of all ages are invited to pick up a craft kit at North Pocono Public Library to make at home. This week, we are making sport necklaces. Craft kits will be available at the front desk while supplies last.
No registration required.

Clarks Summit Treasure House
2026-07-06 09:00 - 09:45
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.

Take & Make Spice Kit
2026-07-06 | Albright Memorial Library, Circulation Department, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Explore new flavors and recipes with this month’s featured spice, poppy seed! Pick up a kit to receive a sample of our spice and a selection of recipes to try. Kits will be available at the Circulation Desk starting March 2nd and will be available while supplies last. (limit of 2 kits per card per month).

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

Lego Club
2026-07-05 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Spend an afternoon building with friends. Design your own creation, or we will give you a challenge! Work by yourself or as a team. Whether you are a Lego master or a first-timer, this is the program for you!
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Weekly Programs
2026-07-05 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
These are the programs happening weekly at the Carbondale Public Library. Registration is not needed to attend these. Please contact the Carbondale Public Library for more information on any of these programs.
Monday: Movie Matinee @ 3:00 P.M. – Family-friendly movies shown after school.

Tuesday: Lego League @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can play with a variety of Lego sets provided by the library.

Wednesday: Baby Bounce @ 11:00 A.M. – Baby fun time with children up to 24 months and their caregivers.
Wednesday: Drop in Tech Assistance @ 11:00 A.M. – A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.
Wednesday: Play Dough Club @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can play with the library’s play dough collection.

Thursday: Library Littles @ 11:00 A.M. – A fun and educational program geared to help pre-school-age children develop early-literacy and social skills.
Thursday: Building Buddies @ 12:00 P.M. – Preschool and Elementary school age children can explore our collection of building manipulatives with a new building theme each week!
Thursday: Color Club @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can relax and color in sheets with crayon, pencils, and markers.
Thursday: Trading Card Club @ 4:00 P.M. – A club to play and trade cards – primarily Magic: the Gathering.

Friday: Drop in Tech Assistance @ 3:00 P.M. – A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.

Library CLOSED
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-04 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
The North Pocono Public Library is CLOSED for Independence Day weekend on Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4.
We will reopen on Monday, July 6 at 9:00 AM.

Library Closed - Independence Day
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-04 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
The library will be closed in observance of the holiday.

Library Closed: Independence Day
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-04
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed Saturday, July 4, 2026 in observance Independence Day.

Families Helping Families
2026-07-02 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.

Chick Lits Book Club
2026-07-02 18:30 - 19:30
This book club meets on the 1st Thursday of the month to read and discuss
fiction books. Call the library at 570-562-1234 for information on how to join this book club.

Stamp n Swap
2026-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers – bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Game Night
2026-07-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come hang out at our monthly Teen Game Night! Board games and our Nintendo Switch will be available to play on, and teens are welcome to bring their own devices as well.

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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-07-02 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

Liberty Bell Art
2026-07-02 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get in the America250 spirit! Drop by the library any time between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to paint your own wooden Liberty Bell shape. Make it into a magnet to display at home.
Family Event
Please count all participating in the guest count. Adults participating can enter adult for age.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
