Lackawanna County Library System

Conversational Italian Class
2026-03-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-03-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-03-27 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles too! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Storytime
2026-03-27 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

1, 2, 3, Play With Me Family Place
2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Come play, explore, and connect! Enjoy child-directed, open-ended play at our interactive play stations while caregivers have the opportunity to chat with community resource professionals about nutrition, development, and literacy. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot. Ages newborn to 3 years. Call 570-562-1234 for details.

No Toddler Time Today!
2026-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
No Toddler Time today! See you next time!

Families Helping Families
2026-03-26 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Beatles Trivia Night
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Put your knowledge of the Fab Four to the test, covering everything from their people and places to songs, albums, and even their solo careers. Assemble a team of 4 to 5 members and register your group.
The winning team will receive gift cards.

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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-03-26 18:00, 2026-03-26 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

Teen Anime Club
2026-03-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Watch the classic tale of Ponyo, a Studio Ghibli film about a small goldfish-like creature who yearns to become a real girl after washing ashore.
This program is for teens ages 12-18.

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

Board Game Night
2026-03-26 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 March 26 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Tech Table
2026-03-26 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

Teen Game Night
2026-03-26 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!
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions

TCG Club
2026-03-26 16:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck, play some games, and have some fun with local friends! We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but are open to other trading card games as well.
-Ages: Teens/Adults

K is for Keystone
2026-03-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy a special reading of K Is for Keystone with Michele Demesky of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Colonial Dames Prior to 1700’s in colonial attire.
The book highlights all the important people, places and events that make PA historic and unique. She will also discuss with the children what America 250 means to our nation.
Recommended for ages 5-9.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-03-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Technology giving you trouble? We’re here to help! Join us every Thursday for free one-on-one tech tutoring! Our tech tutors will be available to help answer your questions about cellphones, laptops, tablets, and more – just bring your device and your questions.
Call 570-343-1267 to schedule your appointment. Sponsored by United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike Counties.

Color Me Happy
2026-03-26 14:00 - 18:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, March 26 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Color your way to a happier mood at North Pocono Public Library in the children’s area! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided so that you can drop in any time during event hours. All ages welcome.
No registration is required.

Adult Craft: Ceramic Egg Planters
2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Paint a ceramic egg planter to decorate your home this season.
RSVP starts February 6 at 10:00 AM

Book Club
2026-03-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The Carbondale Public Library Book Club typically meets on the last Thursday of the month with the exception of holiday closings.
Book Club List 2026
Jan – Rebecca – Daphne du Maurier (Classic)
Feb – Local Woman Missing – Mary Kubica (Chilling Thriller)
Mar – Keeping Faith – Jodi Picoult (Contemporary)
Apr – The River is Waiting – Wally Lamb (Contemporary)
May – Atmosphere – Taylor Jenkins Reid (Historical Romance)
Jun – The Berry Pickers – Amanda Peters (Tragic Mystery)
Jul – Nobody’s Fool – Harlan Coben (Thriller)
Aug – The Briar Club – Kate Quinn (Female Friendships)
Sep – The Four Winds – Kristin Hannah (Historical Fiction)
Oct – Don’t Let Him In – Lisa Jewell (Psychological Thriller)
Nov – Presumed Guilty – Scott Turow (Mystery)
Dec – The View from Lake Como – Adriana Trigiani (Hilarious)

Thursdays Together
2026-03-26 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a chill weekly hangout at the Library! No agenda. No pressure. No registration. Just good vibes, great convos, and a seat waiting for you. Drop in anytime. Pull up a chair and stay as long as you’d like. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2026-03-26 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.

Mahjong
2026-03-26 12:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursdays at 12:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come Play Mahjong!
Gather with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Thursday to learn how to play mahjong.
Registration is required.

Little Builders' Party
2026-03-26 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 through 8 and their caregivers. Siblings welcome!
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Library Littles: Silly Dances
2026-03-26 11:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Miss Laureen will join us for a special Library Littles to sing and dance to silly songs.

Tummy Time
2026-03-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Tummy Time is a crucial activity for babies to build muscles in their neck, shoulders, and arms. Caregivers and babies are invited to socialize while the babies work on these skills at the Valley Community Library. We will also include a book and music for a well-balanced program. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Colors of the Soul: Emotional Spectrum Painting
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, March 26 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
The Greater Scranton YMCA will be visiting North Pocono Public Library as a part of their Caring Communities for Mental Health series. In this session, express emotions on canvas in a guided session that encourages self-discovery and healing to create a personalized color palette to represent your feelings in real-time.
Registration is required.

ABC Play with Me 10AM
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a five-week program for toddlers and their parents and caregivers. The workshops are fun and play-based providing an environment rich with toys, books and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on various aspects of child development, parenting, and early literacy.
Designed for children ages 1-3, their parents/caregivers and siblings under 5.
You only need to register once for the whole series.
Families at Play will be offered on Wednesdays at 6:00 PM.

Pysanky
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, March 25 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Learn Pysanky with Tammy!
Learn the Ukrainian art of egg decorating at North Pocono Public Library with local Pysanky artist, Tammy Budnovitch. Take home a beautifully ornate egg created by you, no experience necessary.
Registration is required. $25/person.
