Lackawanna County Library System

Preschool Stories: Winter
2024-12-10 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 10 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for stories, songs, and a craft at North Pocono Public Library. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Conductor Cody
2024-12-10 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Conductor Cody and his magical railway adventures are making a stop at the Library and we are headed to the North Pole! In the spirit of classic holiday tales like The Polar Express, expect plenty of magic moments! Golden train tickets will be torn & restored, hot chocolate will magically appear, and we’ll even join in the reindeer games!
Don’t miss this chance to create some magical holiday memories on the Holiday Express! For children of all ages but registration is required so visit or contact the library at 570-562-1234 to reserve your space. This is a sensory friendly program.

Conductor Cody's Holiday Express
2024-12-10 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Aboard! Conductor Cody and his magical railway adventures are coming to the Lackawanna County Libraries!
This time, the destination is the North Pole and, in the style of classic holiday books like The Polar Express, there will be magic moments a plenty. Golden train tickets will be torn & restored, hot chocolate will magically appear, and we’ll even get to join in the reindeer games! Join us at your local library to make some magical holiday memories on the Holiday Express.
For children of all ages.
*Sensory Friendly Program*

Seeds of Change: Window Sill Planter
2024-12-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
🌱 Seeds of Change: Window Sill Planters 🌱
Calling all teens ages 10-17! Join us for a hands-on Window Sill Planters event as part of our Seeds of Change club. Learn how to create and care for your very own mini garden, perfect for brightening up your space or growing herbs and plants indoors.
📅 Date: Tuesday, December 10
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
Bring your creativity and love for nature—no green thumb required! All supplies will be provided.
Registration is required—sign up today and start your growing journey!

Banned Book Club: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
2024-12-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
If you can’t get enough of Glinda and Elphaba, you will love finding out about the story that started it all, L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! Join Ms. Meghan to explore all the secrets of the Emerald City, and find out why the book that introduced us to the world of Oz is so controversial.
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Conductor Cody’s Holiday Express
2024-12-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
All Aboard! Conductor Cody and his magical railway adventures are coming to the Lackawanna County Libraries!
This time, the destination is the North Pole and, in the style of classic holiday books like The Polar Express, there will be magic moments a plenty. Golden train tickets will be torn & restored, hot chocolate will magically appear, and we’ll even get to join in the reindeer games!
For children of all ages.
*Sensory Friendly Program*

Test for scheduled rsvp
2024-12-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
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Movie: Deadpool & Wolverine
2024-12-11 14:00 - 16:10 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Deadpool & Wolverine (Wednesday, December 11th): After facing some professional setbacks while going through a midlife crisis, Wade Wilson decides to officially retire Deadpool and becomes a used car salesman. But when his friends, family, and the whole world are at stake, Deadpool decides to bring his katanas out of retirement. He recruits an unwilling and wary Wolverine to not only fight for their survival but ultimately, their legacy.

Snow Globe Craft
2024-12-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Children of all ages can make their own mini winter wonderlands. All materials will be provided. Registration is required.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2024-12-11 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).

Danger Club: The Science of Snowflakes
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come join Ms. Meghan to learn about the beauty and science of snowflakes! Find out who “Snowflake Bentley” was and do a snowflake inspired craft!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Psyanky Eggs
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Tammy Budnovitch will be leading a class at North Pocono Public Library to teach us how to make pysanky eggs with a reindeer motif!
Registration is required in person. There is a $25 program fee.

Pottery Workshop
2024-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening making your own Holiday ornaments and decorating them with vibrant colors and merry decals. Take home 3 unique masterpieces, expertly glazed and fired to treasure forever. At the end of the night pieces will be taken to the studio to get fired. $25 materials fee. Registration required. For adults.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2024-12-11 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Art Explorers
2024-12-12 04:00 - 17:00 | 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 5-10.
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.

BUS TRIP to Bethlehem, PA Christkindlmarkt
2024-12-12 09:00 - 19:00 | PA
Get in the holiday spirit and visit vendors for thoughtful holiday gifts, enjoy delicious food, and relax to the sounds of the season at the festive Bethlehem, PA’s Christkindlmarkt.
The bus will depart Clarks Summit at 9AM and return at 7PM.
The price is $55 (includes transportation, admission, driver tip, and snack).
Payment can be made at the Library using cash, check, or VENMO @AbingtonCommLib

Gift Wrapping Drop-by Workshop
2024-12-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Do you want to add a special touch to gift wrapping this year, or just need a safe space to wrap presents away from prying eyes? Join us for a drop-in workshop where you can do your holiday gift-wrapping with tips and supplies provided by the library. Simply bring your gifts and drop by during our program hours to work on your wrapping while library staff show you fun ways to add bows, tags, or other details to presents. 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.

Teen Game Night: Pictionary
2024-12-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Pictionary featuring your favorite videogames. Bring your drawing skills and gaming knowledge.

Healing Guided Meditation
2024-12-12 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
*CANCELLED*
Thursday, December 12 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us at North Pocono Public Library for a healing guided mediation led by Howard Thomas designed to relieve stress and pain and promote healing.
Registration is required.

Cocoa & Cookies Book Discussion
2024-12-13 14:00 - 15:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Join us for our last Novel-Tea of the year as we celebrate with wintery treats. Discuss what books you’ve read recently and what reading goals you have for 2025.
This program is intended for adults. Registration is appreciated.

Cookie Sale
2024-12-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Support the Scranton Animal Association at their Cookie Sale being held at the Taylor Community Library.

Yoga
2024-12-14 13:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, December 14 at 1:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join Amy Lukeski, owner of Namastay Awhile Yoga + Wellness Studio, for a slow flow vinyasa style class at North Pocono Public Library. Vinyasa alone is characterized by stringing together postures to move seamlessly from one pose to another while focusing on the breath. The variable of Slow Flow Vinyasa helps us to develop a more balanced body with strength and focus on target areas. No two classes are alike and with Slow Flow Vinyasa we are able to mindfully work around injuries or limitations.”
Amy is a 200-RYT and recent graduate of 300-YTT/500-RYT who found her love of yoga through her own body limitations after several sports injuries. Her aim is to make sure everyone feels strong and confident in their body and what it is capable of. All levels and bodies welcome, always.
Registration is required.

Movie: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
2024-12-14 14:00 - 15:45 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every 2nd Saturday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.

Registration is optional, but to secure adequate seating, you can register below.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2024-12-15 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us every other Sunday from 2:30-4:30 PM for our Teen-Hosted Chess Club, where youth ages 7-16 can learn and enjoy the game of chess! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, our knowledgeable teen hosts will provide instruction and tips to help you improve your skills. Chess boards and clocks will be available for use, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Enjoy some snacks while you play, and check out books from our collection to practice your skills between meetings. Come, make new friends, and discover the strategic fun of chess!
December Schedule:
1st
15th
29th
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Cookbook Club
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from that month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club selections will be “Fix-It and Forget-It Christmas Slow Cooker Feasts” & “The Instant Pot Kosher Cookbook.” We recommend bringing to-go containers for any possible leftovers that might be available during the club. If you have any questions please e-mail MRichardson@albright.org.

Maker Monday: Sock Snowman
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Maker Monday and take part in our engaging crafting session! In this program, we’ll be making a charming sock snowman to celebrate the winter season.
If this class is full; please email cthomas@albright.org or call 570-348-3000 ext 3001 to be added to the waitlist.

NPPL Board Meeting
2024-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, December 16 at 6:oo P.M.
The Board of North Pocono Public Library will be meeting in the community room of the library. This meeting is open to the public.

Preschool Stories: Snacks with Santa
2024-12-17 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 17 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth and a very special guest for holiday stories, songs, and a craft at North Pocono Public Library. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Pocono Writers' Group
2024-12-17 16:00 - 17:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 17 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.

Deck the Halls with Oreos
2024-12-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
🎄 Deck the Halls with Oreos 🎄
Get in the holiday spirit with this fun and festive Oreo decorating class for teens ages 12-17! Join us as we turn ordinary Oreos into edible ornaments that are almost too cute to eat. But that’s not all—each participant will also create a take-home hot cocoa cup to enjoy on a cozy winter night.
Bring your creativity and appetite for this sweet and cheerful holiday activity!
Registration is required to ensure we have enough supplies, so sign up today and get ready to deck the halls (and your taste buds) with Oreo magic!
