Lackawanna County Library System

Little Builders' Party
2026-06-18 11:30, 2026-06-17 11:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3 through 8 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome!
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Boys & Girls Clubs of NEPA
2026-06-18 10:00 - 11:30
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.

Chair Yoga
2026-06-18 09:30 - 10:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, June 18 at 9:30 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Unwind and reset at the library
Meet Rebecca of Nomad Yoga for a free chair yoga class at North Pocono Public Library. Please bring your own water.
Registration is required.

Summer Solstice Make & Take Craft
2026-06-18 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Patrons are welcomed to make and take their own summer solstice snow globe craft. Drop in anytime during the day. There is no registration for this program.
-Ages: 5+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Soul Life: Understanding Yourself and Living with Purpose
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Henry Bieryla for an engaging presentation exploring personal growth and self-awareness through themes drawn from philosophy, psychology, and wellness traditions, including reincarnation. Topics also include life lessons, relationships, soul mates, and the ongoing evolution of our understanding of ourselves over time. This inclusive program invites reflection and self-discovery in a welcoming space open to all beliefs and backgrounds. For adults.

SPL Book Club: The Women on Platform Two
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on “The Women on Platform Two” by Laura Anthony. In 2023, after a fight with her fiancé about having kids, Saoirse meets elderly Maura, who describes life when contraception was illegal in Ireland. In 1969, Maura, her friend Bernie (who another pregnancy may kill), and other women push against the status quo in this moving dual-timeline novel.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby.

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

Socrates Cafe
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Socrates Cafe. these gatherings will bring people together from all walks of life to raise questions about, listen to, and discuss a topic chosen by the group that evening.

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

Danger Club: Water Filtration
2026-06-17 18:00 | 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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-06-17 18:00, 2026-06-16 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

Crafting Club
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our new monthly group led by Hannah Sue Snyder as we complete a different project each month. This month we will be creating felt prize ribbons. $20 Materials Fee due at the time of the class. For adults. Registration required below. E-mail mrichardson@albright.org to see a picture of the project or to be added to the waitlist if the program is full.

Tween Candy Charcuterie
2026-06-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 8-12

Make a delicious charcuterie board entirely of candy in this program led by the Teen Leadership Committee!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

NKH Chess Club
2026-06-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you want to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club!
For adults. Teens welcome with parent supervision.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Oak Hill Senior Apartments
2026-06-17 14:15 - 15:15
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: Oak Street, Taylor

Movie: Sentimental Value
2026-06-17 14:00 - 16:15 | 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 “Sentimental Value” (Wednesday, June 17th): Sisters Nora and Agnes reunite with their estranged father, the charismatic Gustav, a once-renowned director who offers stage actress Nora a role in what he hopes will be his comeback film. When Nora turns it down, she soon discovers he has given her part to an eager young Hollywood star. Nominated for 8 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best International Film. Rated R; 2 hrs., 12 min.

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

Rock-o-Rama
2026-06-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Pet Rock Adoption: Patrons are invited to adopt a pet rock and personalize them with various materials at the library!
-Ages: 3+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Needles & Hooks
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Do you love to crochet or knit — or have you always wanted to learn? Join us for our friendly yarn group at the library.
Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or picking up needles or a hook for the first time, this is a relaxed, welcoming space to create, chat, and share ideas. Bring your current project or start something new with help from others. We learn together, swap tips, and enjoy some creative time — one stitch at a time. Registration is suggested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.

Maple Manor
2026-06-17 13:00 - 14:00
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.
Location: Williams Street, Taylor

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-06-17 12:00 - 15:00 | 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.

Moosic Meadow Lackawanna County Housing Authority
2026-06-17 11:45 - 12:30
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.
Location: Dupont Street, Moosic

Terrific Tales
2026-06-17 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-17 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! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

The Alans Live
2026-06-17 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, June 17 at 10:30 A.M.
(Childrens’ Programming)
Come to North Pocono Public Library and be amazed by a husband and wife duo who have appeared on the TV show Penn & Teller. They will use their magic and mentalism to entertain and delight in this family friendly magic show. All ages welcome to attend.
Registration required for children and adults attending.

Inspire Early Education
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:30

Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers
2026-06-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers are a Beekeeping group in (but not limited to) Lackawanna County. Our mission is to foster interest in backyard beekeeping and provide a forum for discussion among local beekeepers. Whether you are already a beekeeper, are interested in becoming a beekeeper, are interested in honeybees, or have land that you would like to use to help sponsor a beehive, then this is the place for you. Beekeeping and honey bee information is exchanged in an informal and friendly environment to help keep our honeybees (and other pollinators) healthy and thriving. Families welcome.

Soap Workshop
2026-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Nika Fajnorova as we learn the art of soap making. Attendees will create and leave with two bars of their very own artisanal soap. For adults. $35 Materials Fee. Registration required in person with payment due at sign up.

ATV Safety Presentation
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Prepare for a safe and fun summer on the trails by learning ATV safety and precautions with Kathryn Bommer from Geisinger Community Medical Center. Registration is required.

Breast Feeding Tips
2026-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Brittany Kimble, Registered Nurse and Board Certified Lactation Consultant for breast feeding basics.
This class is perfect for:

First time moms,
Moms seeking techniques and strategies that support successful breast feeding, and
Moms needing a bit of reassurance to boost confidence through their breast feeding journey.

Tuesday, June 16th at 6pm.
For Adults

The 5:30 Society
2026-06-16 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, June 16 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Read with the 5:30 Society!
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the third Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For June’s installment, they will be reading The Lion Women of Terhan by Marja Kamali.
No registration is required.
