Holiday Story Time
2025-12-16 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stories, songs, and rhymes about our December holidays. This program will be repeated on Wednesday December 17 at 10:00 am. Recommended for ages 2-6; siblings welcome. Please register.

Always in Stitches
2025-12-16 10:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-12-16 10:30, 2025-12-17 10:30 | 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

Preschool Stories: Letter K
2025-12-16 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 16 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Learn through story and song!
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Little Builders' Party
2025-12-16 11:30, 2025-12-17 11:30 | 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 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Wellkind School of Early Learners
2025-12-16 12:45 - 13:45 | 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.

Mahjong
2025-12-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary.

Greater Scranton YMCA (Olyphant)
2025-12-16 15:00 - 16:00 | PA

Cookie Decorating
2025-12-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
You can catch these gingerbread men at the library! We will have everything you need to make these tasty treats into edible art. Supplies are limited.

For kids ages 5 and up.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Food Fun
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For grades K-4. Please register.

Pocono Writers' Group
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 16 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.

Snow Globe Make & Take
2025-12-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A program for children. Registration is required.

Wrapping Party
2025-12-16 16:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Want to add some flair to your gift-wrapping this year, or just enjoy a cozy space to wrap presents away from prying eyes? Drop in with your gifts anytime during this program to learn fun ways to wrap presents, make bows, and design tags with library staff. Wrapping supplies and cozy beverages will be provided!
Donations of supplies (wrapping paper, ribbon, bows, and tags) will be accepted at the Circulation Desk of the Albright Memorial Library in the weeks leading up to this program.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

The 5:30 Society
2025-12-16 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 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 December’s installment, they will be reading Cher: The Memoir, Part 1 by Cher.
No registration is required.

Novel Thoughts: "Skylar and the K-Pop Principal"
2025-12-16 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
It’s K-Pop Demon Hunters meets Freaky Friday in this month’s book: Skylar and the K-Pop Principal! Skylar has the chance to meet her K-Pop idols, but she is stuck in the body of her cranky 70-year-old principal! On December 16, we will explore the world of Korean snacks and culture, and, on December 30, we will explore the world of K-Pop music and make friendship bracelets!
Pick up your “Lit Loot,” including a free copy of the book, starting Monday, December 1!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Slow Flow Yoga
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 16 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Unwind and reset at the library
Meet Rebecca of Nomad Yoga for a slow flow yoga class at North Pocono Public Library on the 4th Tuesday of each month. Please bring your own yoga mat and water. Payments can be made through cash, check, or Venmo.

$12 drop-in
$50 5 class pass
$100 10 class pass

No registration is required.

Knot Another Stitch
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers
2025-12-16 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.

Holiday Story Time
2025-12-17 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stories, songs, and rhymes about our December holidays. This program is a repeat of the program held on Tuesday December 16. Recommended for ages 2-6; siblings welcome. Please register.

ABC Kiddie Kampus
2025-12-17 10:00 - 11:30 | PA

St. Clare/St. Paul School
2025-12-17 12:30 - 13:30 | PA

Movie: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
2025-12-17 14:00 - 15:45 | 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 Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Nobody is ready for the mayhem and surprises that ensue when six of the worst youngsters disrupt the town’s yearly Christmas performance.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Dough Ornaments
2025-12-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Learn to make ornaments using a special holiday scented dough. Children can choose from a variety of holiday shapes and then take their ornaments home to have as keepsakes. Registration required, please.

South Scranton Intermediate School
2025-12-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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: South Scranton Intermediate School 21st Century Federal After School Program, 355 Maple Street, Scranton

LEGO Construction Crew
2025-12-17 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.

Make a Holiday Tree from a Repurposed Book
2025-12-17 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us and learn how to recycle a paperback book into a festive tree. (Don’t worry . . The books won’t feel a thing! They love being shown off as a display!) All supplies will be provided for you. Miss Michele will demonstrate how the simple art of folding book pages can create an attractive decoration that will surely get your guests’ attention.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Charm Bar (5:00 to 6:00)
2025-12-17 17:00 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, December 17 from 5:00 to 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
‘Tis the season to be charming!
Stop by North Pocono Public Library for a pop-up Charm Bar with Sarah of Charm & Thread! This is the perfect way to treat yourself this holiday season or stuff someone else’s stocking. There will be over 300 charms to choose from to create your custom necklace, bracelet, or bookmark. All supplies and assistance with assembly will be provided so that you can take your piece home that night. We’ll also be enjoying cookies, a hot chocolate bar, coloring, and puzzles. Payments can be made at the event via cash, Venmo, CashApp, PayPal, card, and check. Cash and payment apps preferred, but all payments can be accommodated.
Necklaces (5 charms) – $25
Bracelets (5 charms) – $25
Bookmarks (7 charms) – $25
There are TWO sessions. Session #1 is from 5:00 to 6:00 P.M. Session #2 is from 6:00 t0 7:00 P.M. Please be sure to register under your preferred time slot only.
Registration required.

Book Club: Deception Point
2025-12-17 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 Briar Club by Kate Quinn. A haunting and powerful story of female friendships and secrets in a Washington D.C. boardinghouse during the McCarthy era.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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