Spring Book Sale
2026-04-30 16:00 - 2026-05-02 14:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, April 30 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.
Friday, May 1 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Saturday, May 2 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
(Friends of North Pocono Public Library)
Doing Spring Cleaning and Have Good Books That Could Be Put to Use?
Book donations for our Spring sale will be accepted from April 13 to April 24. Only book donations will be accepted. We will not accept CDs, DVDs, textbooks, reference materials, or any books that are smelly, stained, moldy, or damaged in any way.
From April 30 to May 2, North Pocono Public Library’s community room will transform into the admission-free Friends of North Pocono Public Library’s Spring Book Sale. The best part? It’s a pay-as-you-wish event, allowing you to contribute what feels right while helping further the mission of North Pocono Public Library.
All proceeds benefit North Pocono Public Library.

Walkthrough with the Artists
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Walkthrough our current art exhibit, “Journeys on Canvas” with artists Maryann Williams and Judith Vescovi and hear about the inspiration behind each of their pieces. Their works feature florals, landscapes, historic structures, places they’ve visited, and still-life scenes. Register below.

Teen Game Night
2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Join other teens in playing a variety of board and card games!

Bring a game you love or choose from our YA collection.

Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions

Tech Table
2026-04-30 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

Board Game Night
2026-04-30 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 April 30 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Drawing 101
2026-04-30 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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-04-30 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

Teen Anime Club: Ramen Tasting
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
From the classic beef flavor to lime chili shrimp, this month’s anime club is all about tasting different types of ramen! Stop by to sample some of the options and meet other anime fans!

For Teens ages 12-18.

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

Families Helping Families
2026-04-30 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.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-05-01 10:00 - 10:30, 2026-05-01 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

No Toddler Time Today!
2026-05-01 10:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
No Toddler Time today! See you next time!

Storytime
2026-05-01 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

Festival StoryTime!
2026-05-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Read, sing, and play together as we make new friends at Storytime. Ages 0-5.

Conversational Italian Class
2026-05-01 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.

Needlework Afternoon
2026-05-01 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

Coloring Club
2026-05-01 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

Bronx Zoo Bus Trip
2026-05-02 | PA
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library invite you to an exciting bus trip to the Bronx Zoo on May 2nd.
Registration deadline: April 25th
Registration fee: $85 for Friends members | $90 Non-Member | $80 Children (Ages 3-12) Price includes bus transportation and zoo admission.
Please arrive at 7:45 AM. The bus departs from the Scranton Public Library promptly at 8 AM and returns at 8 PM.
For more details or to register, please print this form and return to the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.

Teen Boba Bingo
2026-05-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For ages 12-18
Join us for another round of bingo! We’ll enjoy some boba and compete for bubble tea themed prizes. Bring a friend and come ready to compete!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions or to be added to the waitlist.

Video Game Club: Sonic Racing Crossworlds
2026-05-02 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ready, Set, Warp! Race across 24 tracks and choose from 23 iconic Sonic characters. Warp to 15 crossworlds using Travel Rings and use unpredictability to your advantage as you change the landscape of each track!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lego Club
2026-05-03 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

The Bookworms Book Club
2026-05-03 14:00 - 15:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join the Bookworms Club at Albright Memorial Library this month as we dive into our latest selection, The Tea Girl of Humminbird Lane by Lisa See, for an engaging discussion and shared reading experience.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Take & Make Spice Kit
2026-05-04 | Albright Memorial Library, Circulation Department, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Explore new flavors and recipes with this month’s featured spice, thyme! 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

Cruise Into Kindergarten AM Session
2026-05-04 10:00 - 10:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Week 4
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series. Registration is Closed.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
An evening session will also be offered at 5:00 PM.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-05-04 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

Digital Media Class
2026-05-04 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Schedule a one-on-one class for technology help by calling the library at 570-489-1765.
Mondays and other days available.

Caring Hands
2026-05-04 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.

Baby Ball
2026-05-04 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an afternoon of dancing and fun at our Baby Ball! Wear your fanciest clothes that you never have an excuse to wear. Grown-ups are encouraged to dress up too!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Teen Movie Night: Star Wars - The Rise of Skywalker
2026-05-04 16:00 - 18:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
May the 4th be with you! Come celebrate Star Wars Day with us at the Nancy Kay Holmes Library where we’ll be showing Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker! This film follows Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron as they lead the remnants of the Resistance in a final stand against Supreme Leader Kylo Ren and the First Order. Snacks will be provided!
For teens ages 12 through 17.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Cruise Into Kindergarten PM Session
2026-05-04 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Week 4
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
If program is full please email Mrs. Burke at nburke@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
A morning session will be offered 10:00 AM.
