Lackawanna County Library System

Art Explorers
2025-04-10 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun and inspiring art session where you’ll get to create your own masterpiece while exploring different artists and art techniques.
For ages 5-11.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Intro to Drawing for Adults
2025-04-10 16:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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!
How to Register: In person, call 570-207-0764 or online.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Meet the Plants (Session 2)
2025-04-10 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, April 10 at 6:00 P.M.
(For ages 9-15)
Engage with plants like you never have before! In this 6-week club, you’ll meet, experiment with, and take home a variety of plants while learning tips and tricks about their cultivation and care. This club will be led by plant expert, Kristin Armstrong, on behalf of Lackawanna County 4H.
Registration required. Please register in-person or by calling 570-842-4700.

Teen Creator Lab
2025-04-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for the first session of the Teen Creator Lab, a series of teen arts and technology workshops. In this program, instructors will teach the basics of wire wrapping. Learn how to make wire rings, bracelets, pendants, or Gem Trees. No experience is needed, and materials will be provided.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-04-11 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-04-11 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! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Storytime
2025-04-11 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.
Ages 2-6
How to register:

Online
Call 570-207-0764
In Person

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

Novel-Tea
2025-04-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A Read-What-You-Want Book Club
Stop by the Library to relax, enjoy tea, and discuss what books you’ve been reading. A variety of teas will be served but participants are welcome to bring their favorite to share!
Need some reading inspiration? In honor of the National Library Week theme, Drawn to the Library, we recommend “drawing a conclusion” with a good mystery or enjoy a new graphic novel!
Registration is appreciated. For more information, please call the Library.

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Friends of North Pocono Public Library Meeting
2025-04-12 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, April 12 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!

Seed and Bulb Swap
2025-04-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an exciting seed and bulb swap! Bring seeds, bulbs, rhizomes, or tubers to share with fellow gardeners and stay for an informative Q&A session with the PennState Extension Master Gardeners.
Swap Details:

Participants can bring up to five items to trade.
Each item will earn a ticket for trading.
Label seeds from open-pollinated flowers in paper or plastic bags. Each package should contain enough seeds to grow three to five plants. Empty seed envelopes are available if needed.
Seeds for vegetables, fruits, and herbs must be in their original commercial packaging.
Bring rhizomes, tubers, and bulbs in labeled plastic pots or bags (paper or plastic). Ensure they are free from disease and pests—any infected offerings will be removed from the swap.
Check-in time: 10:30–11:00 a.m.
The seed swap will begin once all items are checked in.
Once ticket holders have made their selections, any remaining items will be available to others.

Reading is Dino-Mite
2025-04-12 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Keystone State Literacy Association will present a dinosaur-themed reading event for families!
For families with children of all ages.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Springtime Tales
2025-04-12 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fun and festive Spring and Easter-themed storytime! Celebrate the season with delightful stories that bring the spirit of spring to life. After the stories, children will get creative with a fun craft activity to make and take home.
Presented by the Student Pennsylvania State Education Association (SPSEA) from Keystone College.
Ages 5-8
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Mother's Day Photo Booth
2025-04-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
$15 Each and includes one print and digital access.
Mom and her children can get a photo professionally taken just in time for Mother’s Day.
Mother’s Day books, crafts, and coloring sheets will also be available.
Registration is required for this program.

Movie: The Brutalist
2025-04-12 13:00 - 16:35 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Special Saturday screening of The Brutalist, nominated for 10 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.

Puzzle Exchange
2025-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Celebrate National Library Week by getting together for a puzzle trade!
Bring jigsaw puzzles in to exchange and meet fellow puzzle enthusiasts.
Only puzzles without missing pieces, please!

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Social Literacy.

Sundays with Friends: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland
2025-04-13 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as this Lewis Carroll literary classic is magically brought to life by Bright Star Touring Theatre! Join Alice on her journey down the rabbit hole into Wonderland where she will meet some eccentric and fantastical characters.
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Shakespeare Sundays
2025-04-13 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 April selection is The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021). This film is R rated and the program is for adults 18+.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.
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 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
2025-04-14 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.
Ages 1-3
How to register:

Online
Call 570-207-0764
In Person

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

Hand Massage Basics
2025-04-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kate Kollar, LMT for ” Hand Massage Basics”.
Using massage cream and essential oils, this “hands on” class will teach you how to massage and relax the muscles in your hands.
For ages 18+

Peeps Lab
2025-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Fun experiments with peeps plus a taste test. More details coming soon.
For ages 8-12.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-04-14 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.
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.

Read to Dogs
2025-04-14 17:45 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, April 14 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Story Explorers: Fox Plays Ball
2025-04-14 18:00 | Lackawanna County Library System, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna for the Library’s newest book club, Story Explorers! This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading! Each month we will read a book, have a themed activity and snack, and discuss the book’s literary elements, such as plot.
This month, we will read Fox plays Ball by Corey R. Tabor. We will read the book together, make and decorate our own paper footballs, and eat a snack while celebrating our friends’ accomplishments! Kids receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
To register, please call 570-348-3000 x 3015.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Succulents 101
2025-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Ready to grow happy, healthy succulents?
Join Kristin Armstrong of Peaches Greens for a fun and informative class covering the basics of succulent care. Learn how to keep your succulents thriving at home. There is a $7.00 materials fee per person. Registration is required. Contact the library at 570-52-1234 to reserve your spot.

Preschool Stories: Pennsylvania One Book
2025-04-15 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, April 15 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required to attend.

Dementia Friends Information Session
2025-04-15 11:00 - 12:00 | PA
Join us for a Dementia Friends Information Session to gain a deeper understanding of what it’s like to live with dementia and learn how you can make a difference. Attend in person at the library or watch from home. Contact 570-562-1234 to watch with us at the library. If you can’t join us, you can still participate online. Register here:
https://www.dementiafriendspa.org/eventdetail/1050

Remembering the Titanic: Lunch and Learn
2025-04-15 12:00 - 14:00 | AJs New Viaduct Pavilion, 92 Dundaff Street, Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
$30 per person. Includes Lunch.
AJ’s Bar-n-Grill Viaduct Pavilion

Permission Granted to Come Aboard for this fundraising event for the Carbondale Public Library.
Tickets are available at the Library and will be sold until April 10th or until all seats are filled.

Cooking Demonstration: Indian Spiced Vegetables
2025-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | PA
Join us for an Indian Spiced Vegetable Cooking Demonstration with Margie from CEO on Nutrition! Learn how to spice up your kitchen with vibrant flavors and aromatic spices. Registration is required. To register, call 570-562-1234.

Is Starting A NonProfit Right For You?
2025-04-15 14:00 - 15:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Are you interested in starting a nonprofit? Join us to view a webinar presented by Candid that is designed to teach the basic legal and logistical elements to start a nonprofit. They will also discuss possible alternatives and tools to assess if you are ready to start a nonprofit.
