Lackawanna County Library System

Yoga Together
2025-08-13 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get moving and grooving together in this fun and engaging Family Yoga Class!
During your time with Kerri, she will help each family connect to themselves and each other through practicing breathwork (Pranayama), moving their bodies through yoga poses (Asana), and helping to create a space for stillness and meditation.
For kids ages 4-9 and their adult(s).
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Local Authors Summer Series: Tara Conrad
2025-08-13 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come Enjoy an evening with a local author and learn about the back story behind their books, their creative process and how they went about publishing their novels. Tara Conrad, author of thrilling romance novels including the scintillating series, Fire and Ice.
How to register:

In Person
Call 570-207-0764
Online

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

American Girl Doll Club: Mini Masterpieces
2025-08-13 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come paint and play! This month in American Girl Doll Club we will paint “Mini Masterpieces” for us and our dolls to enjoy! Painting will be followed by our snack and playtime in our doll house.
For kids in kindergarten and older. Please call the Library to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-08-13 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Tail Waggin’ Tutors program is designed to boost your child’s reading skills in a fun and furry way! Let your kids read aloud to certified therapy dogs who are eager to listen and provide gentle encouragement. It’s a paws-itively awesome opportunity for your kids to gain confidence and enjoy the magic of reading.
Stop by the craft table while waiting for a turn.
For kids in grades K-4.
This program is split into 2 half hour sessions so you can register your child(ren) for the 6:00-6:30 session or the 6:30- 7:00 session.
We ask that when you register you only count the child(ren). Please include all children participating in the guest count.

Creative Writing Community
2025-08-13 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!

Monarch Butterfly Workshop
2025-08-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Help support monarch butterfly population growth! Discover how to find monarch eggs, raise caterpillars, and create a successful habitat right at home. You’ll also learn how to safely release butterflies and witness the wonder of their migration. Become a Monarch Butterfly Guardian and make a difference. For adults. Registration required.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-08-13 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Grab & Go: Mandala Sand Art
2025-08-14 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, August 14
(Youth Programming)
Drop-in at North Pocono Public Library and pick up a craft kit to make at home. This week, we’re making mandala sand art! For children of all ages. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
Registration is not required.

Messy Science August
2025-08-14 10:00 - 10:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Come join our Summer tradition of getting messy with science.
We will be outside as weather permits.
For ages 5-10. Children must be at least entering Kindergarten.
Registrations is required. Please only register kids participating in the program.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2025-08-14 10:30, 2025-08-14 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

Calligraphy "Pop Up" Event
2025-08-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Help celebrate the Calligraphers Guild 45th Anniversary on Thursday, August 14th between 10:30 A.M. and 12:00 P.M.
A calligraphy expert will be onsite demonstrating techniques and letting individuals try the art of decorative handwriting and lettering.
This is a free, drop in event for ages 16+
Email Judy Detter with questions.

Messy Science August
2025-08-14 11:15 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Come join our Summer tradition of getting messy with science.
We will be outside as weather permits.
For ages 5-10. Children must be at least entering Kindergarten.
Registrations is required. Please only register kids participating in the program.
July and August to be added soon.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Toddler Tumble Time
2025-08-14 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1-3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Thursdays Together
2025-08-14 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Looking for a moment to unwind and connect? Join us for Thursdays Together—a casual weekly gathering at the Library. There’s no agenda, and no registration required. Just good company and conversation. Drop in any time, pull up a chair, and stay a while. Everyone’s welcome!

Scrabble Group
2025-08-14 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.

Summer Intro to Drawing Series for Adults
2025-08-14 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Summer Intro to Drawing Series for Adults! Join us if you are interested in tapping into your creative side through drawing! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
Thursdays, June 12, July 10, and August 14.
How to Register: (registration is for all 3 classes)

Stop By
Call 570-207-0764
Online

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Tech Table
2025-08-14 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

Chair Yoga
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Discover a fun way to improve your flexibility with Chair Yoga! Join Yogi Jessica Wentlent for a relaxing and uplifting experience.

Teen Creator Lab
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Learn about the history of Zines before making your own! Supplies will be provided to create the mini magazines, though teens are welcome to bring some of their own as well.

Mid-Level Pysanky Workshop
2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a mid-level Pysanky Workshop with instructor Tammy Budnovitch. This Pysanky class is for someone who has taken classes before. In this class you will write the design on your egg as well as learn other techniques. Please bring your kistka and beeswax to class. Cost is $25. Registration required.

Storytime
2025-08-15 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

Splish Splash Silliness
2025-08-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for this annual favorite where toddlers and preschoolers explore and learn about water through play!
For ages 2-5
Please register.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Picnics on the Library Lawn
2025-08-15 11:00 - 13:00 | PA
Join us every Friday for picnics on the lawn of the library! Bring your lunches, and we will supply blankets to sit on!
Weather Permitting. Please call the Library or check our Facebook page for updates in the case of poor weather.
For families. All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Once Upon an Orchestra
2025-08-15 15:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come experience “Once Upon an Orchestra” with the Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic and the Lackawanna County Library System! Families with children ages 2 to 5 are invited to enjoy a musical afternoon at their local library. It’s a fantastic chance to introduce little ones to the joy of music and stories!
Recommended for families with children ages 2 through 5. All are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Bridge the Gap Math: 5th and 6th Grade
2025-08-15 17:30 - 18:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For incoming 5th and 6th 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

Plankton The Movie Family Movie Night
2025-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our next Family Movie Night! We’ll watch Plankton the movie and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.

Farmers Market at North Pocono Public Library
2025-08-16 09:00 - 13:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Join us at North Pocono Public Library for a market featuring fresh and local produce, meat, baked goods, flowers, beauty goods, home wares, and more from local farmers and makers!
Visit our Facebook page or contact Rena Wilson at rwilson7333@gmail.com or Lisa Cummings at (570) 983-8946.
Saturday, August 16 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, August 30 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, September 13 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
Saturday, September 27 from 9:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-08-16 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, August 2 and August 16 from 12:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Delve into the world of fantasy roleplaying and join North Pocono Public Library’s Dungeons & Dragons campaign. We’ll be providing books to explore the gothic horror domains of Ravenloft (using v3.5 rules). This group is welcome to newly interested and longtime players alike. To keep the fun going, we do ask for some level of commitments to maintain consistency within the game for our monthly meetings.
Registration is required.

The Curiosity Club: Lava Lamps
2025-08-16 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to make something groovy out of household ingredients! Each child will make their own lava lamp to take home! You do not want to miss this “hot” program!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
