Lackawanna County Library System

Always in Stitches
2026-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.

The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Learn to recognize the common signs of the disease in yourself and others and identify next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor. This program is offered in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association. To register, call the library at 570-562-1234.

Gino Merli Veterans Center
2026-06-23 10:00 - 11:00
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.
Location: Penn Avenue, Scranton

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-06-23 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.

Financial Well-Being Bingo: Cancelled
2026-06-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for Financial Well-Being Bingo with Penn State Extension, a fun, friendly game for adults of all ages to boost money confidence. Learn simple financial tips and spark your own financial momentum with a “Savings to $250” mini-challenge in celebration of America 250. Come play and leave with practical tips you can use right away.
For Adults

Teen Book Bedazzling
2026-06-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Customize a book from your personal library and make it shine! Tools and gems will be provided, but we invite you to bring your own book. (We will have a small selection of books for those who need one.) Ages 13-17. Registration is required. Contact the library at 570-562-1234.

Cookbook Club
2026-06-22 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from this month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club selection is the “National Parks Cookbook.” We recommend bringing to-go containers for any possible leftovers that might be available during the club. If you have any questions, please e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Story Explorers: "StoryBots: Tyrannosaurus Rex"
2026-06-22 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna in celebrating the start of SummerQuest by exploring “Tyrannosaurus Rex” with the StoryBots! We will read the book together, discuss its literary elements, and celebrate all things dinosaur-related!
This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading. Kids receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last. We extend a special thanks to Peoples Security Bank & Trust for sponsoring this program.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Teen Anime Club: "Porco Rosso"
2026-06-22 16:00 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come watch a Studio Ghibli classic with the Teen Anime Club! When sky pirates terrorize the Adriatic Sea, this Italian pilot is the only one brave enough to take them on. The Only catch: he’s half-man, half-pig. Snacks & Drinks will be provided!
For teens ages 12 through 17.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

First Friends
2026-06-22 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

Fossil Fun
2026-06-22 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, June 22 at 2:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn about fossils and create your own nature fossil with clay at North Pocono Public Library. All materials will be provided. For children of all ages.
Registration required.

T-Rex Meet & Greet
2026-06-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
SummerQuest is here!
Meet T-Rex, pick up a log, complete a craft to help decorate the kids area, and browse books for the SummerQuest Challenge.
Family Event

Caring Hands
2026-06-22 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.

Water Play
2026-06-22 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | 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

Green Ridge Senior Apartments
2026-06-22 12:00 - 12:45
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.
Location: Dickson Avenue, Scranton

Dinosaur Silhouette Painting
2026-06-22 11:30 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Bring your creative spirit and join us to make resistance paintings of your favorite types of dinosaurs.
For children and families.

Dunmore Treasure House
2026-06-22 10:45 - 11:45
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.

Grab & Go: Dino Magnets
2026-06-22 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Monday, June 22
(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 dinosaur magnets. Happy SummerQuest! Craft kits will be available at the front desk while supplies last.
No registration required.

Lego Club
2026-06-21 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

Teen Reading Lounge
2026-06-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Teens have an opportunity to enjoy the library’s services, while also impacting its future! Teens are welcome to share book suggestions and resources while also helping inspire and take the lead in helping us create a better library for our young adults.
-Ages: 12 to 18 (Teens Only)

Movie: 1776: The Muscial
2026-06-20 14:00 - 16:45 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a free afternoon screening of 1776: The Muscial! We look forward to seeing you at the library.
1776 is the film adaption of the Tony Award winning musical based on the founding of the United States. Staring Williams Daniels, Howard Da Silva, and Blythe Danner.

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

Danger Club: Water Filtration
2026-06-20 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ever wonder how the water we drink gets clean? Come find out with Ms. Meghan as we make our own water filtration system!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Fandom Fanatics: Pokémon
2026-06-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Fans are invited to watch a movie, make pins and bookmarks, and make a Pokémon themed craft. Registration is required.
-Ages: 7+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs Family Movie Matinee
2026-06-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our next Family Movie Matinee on Saturday June 20! We’ll watch Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs and enjoy treats and snacks too. For all ages. Please register.

Library Closed - Junteenth
2026-06-19 09:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States

CLOSED
2026-06-19 09:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
North Pocono Public Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Library Closed: Juneteenth
2026-06-19
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed Friday, June, 19, 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.

Families Helping Families
2026-06-18 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.

Teen Creator Lab: Diamond Painting
2026-06-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Combine paint-by-numbers and bedazzling at this month’s Teen Creator Lab. In this diamond painting event! We will be placing small resin gemstones onto an ice-cream design to create a lovely magnet to take home.

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