Lackawanna County Library System

Breakfast Book Club
2025-08-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, August 18 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in North Pocono Public Library’s community room for a discussion of August’s selection — Funny Story by Emily Henry.
No registration is required.

Lutherwood
2025-08-18 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1 Lake Scranton Road
Sranton, PA

Once Upon An Orchestra
2025-08-18 13:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, August 18 at 1:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Books Come Alive with Music!
In this engaging and educational program, children will discover the magical connection between stories and music. Young audiences will be introduced to a variety of musical instruments and experience the excitement of attending a live orchestral concert. Talented musicians will bring a beloved book to life, using music to capture the emotion, characters, and themes of the story.
Featured book to be announced.
Presented by the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic.
Registration is required.

Dunmore Community Center
2025-08-18 13:15 - 14:15 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1414 Monroe Avenue
Dunmore, PA

Green Ridge Apartments
2025-08-18 14:30 - 15:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
1651 Dickson Ave
Scranton, PA

Reel Art: Gyotaku Printing for Teens
2025-08-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For Ages 12 & Up
Dive into the ancient Japanese art of Gyotaku—fish printing! In this hands-on workshop, teens will create one-of-a-kind prints using realistic fish replicas, ink, and rice paper to capture the natural textures and details of underwater life.
You’ll learn about the history of this fascinating art form, experiment with composition and color, and leave with your own frame-worthy ocean-inspired masterpiece. No artistic experience needed—just bring your creativity!
🎨 All materials provided📌 Registration required
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Bargello Needlepoint Bookmarks
2025-08-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us and learn how to make a Bargello (pronounced bar-jello) needlepoint embroidery that uses vertical stitches to form colorful geometric designs. Learn how to use this technique and create a fun bookmark!

Preschool Stories
2025-08-19 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 19 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required to attend.

Geneva House
2025-08-19 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
323 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA

Our Lady of Peace
2025-08-19 13:15 - 14:15 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
2300 Adams Avenue
Scranton, PA

Food Fun
2025-08-19 16:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For children entering grades 1 through grade 4 in fall 2025. Please register.

Pocono Writers' Group
2025-08-19 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 19 at 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Writers of all skill and experience levels are invited to gather with creatives alike to discuss and share their current projects and ideas, extend their support through helpful advice and constructive critique, and motivate each other through the writing process. This group will gather in North Pocono Public Library’s Community Room every third Tuesday of the month.
No registration is required.

The 5:30 Society
2025-08-19 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 19 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
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 August’s installment, they will be reading Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley.
No registration is required.

Novel Thoughts Presents: Into the Wardrobe
2025-08-19 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ever wondered what might be hiding behind an old wardrobe door? Join us for a one-night-only adventure into “Into the Wardrobe,” a magical and mysterious anthology of short stories where kids step into other worlds—and not all of them are friendly… Guest readers will share their favorite eerie, exciting tales from the book followed by a themed activity that might just open a portal of your own…
For kids in grades 4 through 6. Please call the Library to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Birdhouse Painting
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a Birdhouse Painting Event at the Albright Memorial Library, supporting the Lackawanna County Arts & Culture Department’s Shelter for All Initiative! Bring the family to paint wooden birdhouses that will be displayed at the Everhart Museum in September. Pick up your birdhouse in October! This collaborative project promotes creativity, community, and awareness about the importance of safe shelter for everyone. Let’s build together, one birdhouse at a time!

Block Party
2025-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Russell Park Development
2025-08-20 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.
Located at:
2 John Street
Carbondale, PA

Movie: The Ballad of Wallis Island
2025-08-20 14:00 - 15:40 | 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 The Ballad of Wallis Island (Wednesday, August 20th): Charles, a strange lottery winner who lives alone on a secluded island, tries to make his fantasies come true by getting his favorite singer, Herb McGwyer, to perform at a special, private event. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 39 min.

Canaan Street Development
2025-08-20 14:15 - 15:15 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.

LEGO Construction Crew
2025-08-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided.
For ages 5-11.
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

SPL Book Club: The Wife Upstairs
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins. A delicious twist on a Gothic classic, The Wife Upstairs pairs Southern charm with atmospheric domestic suspense.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby or hoopladigital.com.

Walkthrough with the Artist
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Walkthrough our current art exhibit, “Now and Then: Living in the Lackawanna Valley” with artist Carlo W Savo.
“Now and Then: Living in the Lackawanna Valley” features scenes of daily life, both past and present, painted from memory by Carlo W Savo.

Astrophotography
2025-08-20 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, August 20 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Look up! Join North Pocono Public Library as we explore the night sky through the astrophotography of local astronomy hobbyist Bruce Morgan. Our place in the universe is a wondrous story and each evening of this monthly series we will explore a different topic and view images that bring the science to beautiful life. For our first session, we will look at the birth and death of stars and their impact on our very existence.
Registration is required.

Socrates Cafe
2025-08-20 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.

Academy II Apartments
2025-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | PA

Journaling for Magpies
2025-08-21 17:30 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, August 21 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult & Teen Programming)
Do you like collecting mementos to cherish your memories? Need a stress-free, creative outlet? Join North Pocono Public Library’s junk journaling club! We get together monthly at the library to chat, craft, and create junk journal spreads. We will have a few materials provided, but we encourage you to bring your own journal and materials.
No Registration is Required.

Teen Video Game Craft Night
2025-08-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Learn how to make Five Nights at Freddy’s themed masks out of construction paper at a fun night of crafting. All materials will be provided.

Aqua Adventure 2025
2025-08-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Aqua Adventure is back for another round in 2025!
Get ready to splash, laugh, and cool off at our exciting water play event! We will have some group games and time for free play.
Don’t forget to wear your bathing suits and bring a towel. Feel free to bring your lunch to picnic after the program.
For ages 5-10. Child must be at least entering Kindergarten.
Registration is required.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Bridge the Gap Math: 7th and 8th Grade
2025-08-22 17:30 - 18:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For incoming 7th and 8th graders.
Escape the Spaceship: Mission Math!
In this session, students are stranded on a malfunctioning spaceship and must solve a series of math puzzles to unlock doors, repair the ship, and make it back safely to Earth. This interactive escape room-style challenge builds problem-solving, logic, and teamwork skills as students decode number patterns, solve riddles, and crack codes, all under a fun, time-sensitive mission.
Any questions please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org

What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club
2025-08-23 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
