Lackawanna County Library System

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-06-12 10:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

LIVE ONLINE Author Talk with Matt Dinniman
2026-06-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles, on Thursday, June 11th at 7 PM via digital live-stream in partnership with the Abington Community Library.

This live online author talk will take place at the Abington Community Library in the Storytime Room. Space is limited to 25 people. A link to the recording of the event will be provided to all who register. Light refreshments will be served. For adults.

Families Helping Families
2026-06-11 19:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Constitution Alive!
2026-06-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Bring the U.S. Constitution to life with Patriot Academy’s “Constitution Alive!” video course that offers an easy-to-understand view of our nation’s bedrock principles. Perfect for beginners and history enthusiasts. This is a 6-week course held on Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. at the Valley Community Library from May 21 through June 25. Join facilitator Matt Zale to learn how the Constitution shapes your rights, freedoms, and daily life through videos and discussions. Register for a free workbook at patriotacademy.com. Questions can be directed to Matt Zale at 570-357-4517.

Teen: I Survived This Book Club
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
At this teen-centered iteration of Lackawanna County’s I Survived This Book Club, we will briefly discuss the culture of New Orleans, the city most devastated by Hurricane Katrina in 2005, before creating our own Carnival masks.

Meet Elizabeth Hamilton
2026-06-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meet Elizabeth Hamilton, wife of Alexander Hamilton, portrayed by historical presenter Gwen Kuebler at the Valley Community Library on June 11 at 6:00 p.m. Hear about Alexander Hamilton’s boyhood days, their courtship, and home life. Consider his meteoric rise to power in the new United States and his fateful meeting with Aaron Burr. Discover places of significance for Hamilton before, during, and after the Revolutionary War. A different perspective on one of our most influential founding fathers! Registration is required.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-06-11 18:00, 2026-06-11 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

Family Pottery Experience: Father's Day Grilling Plate
2026-06-11 17:30 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us at the Library for a pottery workshop with Experience Pottery open to all ages, where parents and children (ages 6+) can create together. We will be creating a grilling plate perfect for Father’s Day. Afterwards your piece will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing. The materials fee is $25 per adult, while kids participate for free. Must register in person at the Library and payment is due at the time of registration. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org for questions or to see a picture of the project.

Nurturing Green Hearts: Practicing Sustainability
2026-06-11 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join local artist and avid gardener, Kristina, to learn practices of sustainability that can help the environment, humanity, and yourself. We will focus on environmental sustainability on the international, national, and local levels. The long term goal of this group is to eventually create projects and interactions in our area that will bring more hope and love for the environment.
For adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tech Table
2026-06-11 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 Diamond Art Bookmarks
2026-06-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18

Read in style with a bedazzled bookmark! Choose from one of the provided templates or put your own spin on the art.
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-06-11 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.

Throop Civic Center
2026-06-11 14:30 - 15:30 | PA
This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: 500 Sanderson Street, Throop

Dinosaur Day
2026-06-11 13:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, June 11 at 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Lackawanna County 4H representative Kristin Armstrong will be visiting North Pocono Public Library to make dinosaur gardens and do other hands-on activities. For ages 7-16.
Registration is required. Only register children.

Scrabble Group
2026-06-11 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.

Bookmobile Visits Carbondale Public Library
2026-06-11 12:00 - 14:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Stop by and visit the Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile at the Carbondale Public Library.
Carbondale Public Library
5 North Main Street
Carbondale, PA 18407

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-06-11 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 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Little Farmers
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, June 11 at 10:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
This fun and interactive program at North Pocono Public Library and led by Lackawanna County 4H will introduce preschool children (ages 3-6) to farms and farm animals.
Registration is required. Only register children.

Greater Scranton YMCA Olyphant
2026-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 | PA
This stop is ONLY for students and staff. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.

Little Gals and Pals
2026-06-11 09:00 - 09:45 | PA

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2026-06-10 18:30 - 19:00 | 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 ages 5-11.
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.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Aromatherapy for Stress Management
2026-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Participants will learn the benefits of and sample 5 essential oils to create a personalized stress blend. Each participant will take home a customized body lotion and stress ball.

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

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2026-06-10 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Stenciled Book Edges
2026-06-10 17:30 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, June 10 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Bring a copy of your favorite book to North Pocono Public Library to spray the edges! We’ll provide the paint, stencils, and clamps to decorate your books as well as some books for practice.
Registration required.

Adult Craft: Jewelry Piece Art
2026-06-10 17:30 - 18:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create your own work of art out of old jewelry.
Sign-ups begin on the first Friday of the month before – Friday, May 1 at 10:00 AM

Canaan Street Carbondale
2026-06-10 14:30 - 15:15 | PA
This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Location: Canaan Street, Carbondale

Movie: Nuremberg
2026-06-10 14:00 - 16:30 | 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 “Nuremberg” (Wednesday, June 10th): American psychiatrist Douglas Kelley (Rami Malek), tasked with determining whether Nazi prisoners are fit to stand trial for their war crimes, finds himself in a complex battle of wits with Hitler’s right-hand man Hermann Göring (Russell Crowe). Rated PG-13; 2 hrs., 28 min.

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

Russell Park Carbondale
2026-06-10 13:30 - 14:15 | PA
This stop is open to all members of the community. Here, visitors can:

Register for a library card
Check out or return materials
Request holds for future visits

Materials borrowed from this stop can be kept for four weeks (until the next Bookmobile visit) and may also be returned to any library within the Lackawanna County Library System.
Located: 11th Avenue, Carbondale

Needles & Hooks
2026-06-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Do you love to crochet or knit — or have you always wanted to learn? Join us for our friendly yarn group at the library.
Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or picking up needles or a hook for the first time, this is a relaxed, welcoming space to create, chat, and share ideas. Bring your current project or start something new with help from others. We learn together, swap tips, and enjoy some creative time — one stitch at a time. Registration is suggested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.
