Lackawanna County Library System

Bookish: A Teen Podcast and Book Club
2025-02-26 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens (12-17) are invited to join Bookish, a bi-weekly book club like no other. Together, we’ll dive into thrilling reads, spark deep discussions, and launch an exciting teen-led podcast to amplify your voices.
Along with your book, you’ll get exclusive Bookish swag, including:

Themed bookmarks and stickers.
Early access to podcast planning materials and discussion prompts.

Join us on Wednesday, February 26 to create a book list, assign roles, and begin drafting our first episode.
Make your voice part of the revolution—one book, one podcast, one idea at a time.

Creative Writing Community
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all writers! Are you looking for the opportunity to share your ideas with others and hone your skills? Or are you looking to flex your creative muscles and receive feedback on your work? Then join us for the Creative Writing Community. We are looking for writers of any experience level: Poets, Novelists, Short Story Writers, Journalists, Editors, and anyone who loves words is welcome!

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our ongoing series will feature Laurie Waskovich who will instruct attendees in how to prepare Butternut Squash and Apple Casserole with Sausage. This will be a cooking and tasting demo. Materials Fee- $3. For Adults. Registration is required. If registration is full e-mail MRichardson@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Color Me Happy
2025-02-27 14:00 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, February 18 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Boost your mood and color at the library! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided. All ages welcome.
No registration is required.

Teen Anime Club:
2025-02-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We will have a guest instructor who will teach attendees how to make origami lucky stars. While crafting, we will watch the anime series Horimiya.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-02-28 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-28 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, and stories. For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Angry Birds Bash
2025-02-28 16:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Celebrate the end of the Birds of a Feather Read Together Winter Challenge with an exciting Angry Birds-themed finale, complete with fun games and creative crafts!
Drop in between 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Family Event: Geared towards ages 3-10, but kids/teens ages 2 and up are welcome to join us.
Please register. Please count each child participating in the guest count.

Friends of North Pocono Public Library Meeting
2025-03-01 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Looking for ways to give back to your community? The Friends of North Pocono Public Library welcome longtime library lovers and new supporters alike to their monthly meeting. Connect, share ideas, and help plan exciting events for the library like North Pocono’s annual Book Sale, raffle baskets for the annual Garden Gala, Burgers, Books, & Brews, and more!

Mini Golf Classic 2025 at North Pocono Public Library (Sponsored by North Pocono Rotary)
2025-03-02 12:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Sunday, March 2 from 12:00 P.M to 4:00 P.M.
(North Pocono Public Library Fundraiser)

Join us for a day of excitement, fun, and fundraising at North Pocono Rotary’s Mini Golf Classic at North Pocono Public Library! Indulge in some friendly competition and navigate through the shelves and uniquely themed obstacles. Each hole is a new chapter in your golfing journey!

The excitement peaks at the 19th hole, where golfers have the chance to win $500! If you make a hole-in-one, you’ll be entered into a raffle for the grand cash prize. Feeling ambitious? You can increase your chances of winning the grand prize by purchasing $5 mulligans for extra shots at the 19th hole (limit of 4 per person).You’ll also be able to try your luck with our fantastic array of raffle baskets. There’s something for everyone, and all golfers will walk away with a free book and bookmark!

Don’t miss this chance to combine your love for golf with your passion for libraries. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a first-time golfer, the Annual Mini Golf Classic promises a day of laughter, camaraderie, and exciting challenges.

Get your tickets online or in person at North Pocono Public Library’s circulation desk.
Children 12&Under – $5
Adults – $10
Sponsorship inquiries should be made to Chris Kelly via email at ckelly@albright.org or via telephone via (570) 842-4700.Benefits North Pocono Public Library. Presented by North Pocono Public Library and North Pocono Rotary Club.

Shakespeare Sundays
2025-03-02 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our series delving into William Shakespeare’s works. We will be showing a production of one of Shakespeare’s works monthly. The March selection is Julius Caesar (2019). For Adults.

Discovery Seekers
2025-03-03 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
For Ages 5-10.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Skirmish Club
2025-03-03 16:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Searching for Skirmish friends or want to learn how to play tabletop skirmish war games for the first time? Visit North Pocono Public Library on the first and third Monday of each month to join our wargaming skirmish club!
Battle enemies and mythical monstrosities as you take on the role of a wily wizard commanding a Warband on the hunt for treasure! Shoot across the stars as captain of your own crew, fighting off pirate raiders and alien abominations! Strap on your six-shooter and gather up your posse of lawmen, cowboys, outlaws, and desperados for a trip to a wild west town brimming with action.

Cozy Canvas: Floral Watercolor
2025-03-03 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful watercolor piece utilizing florals. This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make vibrant and unique designs. Registration required. For teens ages 12-18. E-mail MGraham@albright.org with any questions.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-03-04 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-03-04 13:00 - 13:30 | 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.

Preschool Stories: B is for Bubbles!
2025-03-04 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, March 4 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for bubble-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Cooler Than School
2025-03-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Enjoy a light snack, an opportunity to do homework with help from your peers, and learn about our free library online tutoring program. There will also be opportunities to play reading and math games in small, cooperative groups.
For Grades 3-12.
Registration is not required for this program.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Social Literacy.

Bird Home Makeover
2025-03-04 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Use a combination of paint and/or natural materials to create your own beautiful bird building!
Ages 7-12
Stop by or call 570-207-0764 to register.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Mardi Gras Gone Wrong!
2025-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Someone has murdered M’sieur Geezaire at a Mardi Gras party. Who in the room did not want his secrets revealed?
Could it have been—YOU?
Appropriate for ages 16+ due to mentions of alcohol and shoplifting.
This game takes 1-2 hours to play depending on group size.
Themed snacks will be provided.
Registration is required to pick a character ahead of time!
List of Characters:
Name Gender* Description
D. CAREWE any Party host
BANAS FOSTER he/him Flamboyant Partier
BAYNE YAYE any Runs a bakery.
BOBO GUMM any Gum Chewing Partier
BURR BONNE he/him Smooth talker.
CAPT. CRAW FISHER he/him Runs a dinner cruise business.
CY DECKO any Raucous, loves loud parties.
DuCREE OLEO he/him Thick French accent, gestures wildly.
HAMPO BOYD any Restaurant critic.
HURRAH KANE any Parade Watcher who likes to fight
INDEBYE YEW any Leads backcountry tours.
JAMIE BALAYAH any confused by life
JAS BEATTY any Wannabe musician.
JULE EPPS any Obsessed with having fresh breath.
KERR KNEEVAL any Runs a “gag gift” store.
LePRAY LEAN any Fake-sweet Partier
MUFFUL LETTUCE any Vegan Partier
K. DJUNN any Loves his/her mom
SHRIMPY TOOFAY any Seafood lover
TAY BASKO any Hot tempered chef.
*Gender is only as they are described in the scripts. Participants do not need to be that gender.

Walkthrough with the Artist
2025-03-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Walkthrough our current art exhibit, “Liminal Spaces,” with artist Leanna Yatcilla.
Liminal Spaces represent transitional places, both physical and metaphorical, where time feels slowed and observation is heightened. These dream-like spaces evoke nostalgia, blending familiarity with an inability to move forward. Through sharp lines, vivid colors, and skewed perspectives, Yatcilla creates a distorted reality that blurs the line between imagination and reality.

Terrific Tales
2025-03-05 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-03-05 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Building Block Party
2025-03-05 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, March 5 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Build with blocks and meet new friends at North Pocono Public Library. Recommended for ages 1-5. No registration required.

Baby Bounce
2025-03-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun!
This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Movie: Wicked
2025-03-05 14:00 - 16:40 | 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 “Wicked,” Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin, and Glinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

Registration is optional, but to secure adequate seating, you can register below.

Cookbook Club
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, March 5 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
This month, we’re using Irish Food and Cooking by Biddy White Lennon to make delicious dishes! Participants will peruse the book when they register in person at North Pocono Public Library’s circulation desk and select a recipe to make for our collective feast. No duplicate recipes! We will provide a copy of the recipe to take home. Please follow all food safety procedures when preparing your dish.

Grab & Go: Hello Spring Mobile
2025-03-06 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, March 6
(Youth Programming)
Drop-in and pick up a craft kit at North Pocono Public Library to make at home. This month, you can create a mobile to celebrate the return of spring. For children of all ages. Available while supplies last.

Music Movement and Me
2025-03-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children, 537 Venard Road, South Abington Twp., PA, 18411, United States
Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first Thursday of the month. We’ll enjoy stories, songs, signing, crafts, and of course bubbles. The school is located at 537 Venard Road, South Abington Township, PA 18411. Recommended for ages birth-5; siblings welcome. No signing experience required. Please register.

Good Luck Bingo
2025-03-06 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, March 6 at 11:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us for Good Luck Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In March, all of our prizes will be good luck charms!
