Lackawanna County Library System

Coloring Club
2026-07-24 14:30 - 16:30 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come color your world and hang out at the Library! On Fridays we will have a variety of different coloring supplies available, and a variety of coloring pages suitable for all ages and experience levels.
For children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Lake Hideaway
2026-07-24 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: 701 McAndrew Road, Moscow

Teen Anime Club: "Ponyo"
2026-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come watch a Studio Ghibli classic with the Teen Anime Club! In this Little Mermaid inspired film, a five-year-old boy develops a relationship with Ponyo, a young goldfish princess who longs to become a human after falling in love with him. Snacks and drinks will be provided during the show!
For teens ages 12 through 17.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Earth Science Camp: Fossils
2026-07-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
This summer, we’re going to rock and roll out with a special set of afternoon experiments all about earth science! We’ll learn how rocks form, how tornadoes work, how to measure an earthquake, and even take an up-close look at real fossils. Working outdoors and indoors, we’ll compare both our local stones and those from 400 million years into the past. This program is for young scientists aged 6 to 11 to learn more about how our planet works. This program was made possible by a grant supporting Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics from Peoples Security Bank & Trust.

Jurassic Park Movie Screening
2026-07-24 13:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Jurassic Park Movie Screening
Friday, July 24 at 1:00 PM
Join us at the North Pocono Public Library to watch the movie that started the popular Jurassic Park series and enjoy some themed snacks.
This event is intended for teens and adults.
Registration requested.

Needlework Afternoon
2026-07-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every Friday. All needlework welcome including: knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, and embroidering. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided

"Hoppers" Family Movie Screening
2026-07-24 13:00 - 14:30 | PA
Join us for our Family Movie Screening of Hoppers. A 19 year old animal lover uses technology that places her consciousness into a robotic beaver to uncover mysteries within the animal world beyond her imagination. Registration is encouraged by calling 570-562-1234.

Unearth Geology
2026-07-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
There’s more to rocks than meets the eye! Become a rock detective and explore the fascinating world of geology. Discover how rocks are formed through the rock cycle, and learn what makes up different rock types and about their unique characteristics. Put your detective skills to the test with hands-on, interactive activities as you test and identify a variety of rocks.
Presented by the Pocono Environmental Education Center.
For ages 6-12
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Eagle Lake
2026-07-24 13:00 - 14:00 | 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: Eagle Lake Drive, Gouldsboro

Conversational Italian Class
2026-07-24 12:00 - 13:00 | 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.

Picnics on the Library Lawn
2026-07-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Friday for picnics on the library lawn! Bring your lunches, and we will supply the blankets! This event is weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-07-24 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-24 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! For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Wildlife Study
2026-07-24 10:30 - 11:30 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Are you interested in how animals survive in the wild? Join the Pocono Environmental Education Center for hands-on learning with animal pelts, skulls, and a live critter as we discover how animals adapt and co-exist. For school-age kids (and their siblings.) To register, call the library at 567-562-1234.

Storytime
2026-07-24 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

Chapman Lake
2026-07-24 10:00 - 12:00 | 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: Chapman Lake Road, Jermyn

Toddler Time
2026-07-24 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Friday, July 24 at 10:00 AM & 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join us at the North Pocono Public Library for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required to attend.

Families Helping Families
2026-07-23 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.

Teen Mini-Masterpieces
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Attend the Scranton Public Library’s iteration of the county-wide Mini-Masterpieces program! Teens between 12-18 years old are invited to create art on tiny canvases to showcase at the Everhart Museum in the fall.
Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Clothing and the Civil War
2026-07-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Please join the Scranton Public Library along with Emily Lance as we provide a brief overview of both northern and southern fashion trends during the Civil War. During the presentation they will discuss the impact of consumer culture and the rise of photography on fashion trends. The Lackawanna Historical Society will be providing samples of period clothing for attendees to view during the program.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-07-23 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

Rebellious Readers
2026-07-23 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join our nontraditional book club at the Valley Community Library on July 23 at 5:30 p.m. There is no assigned book; just come ready to discuss the books you enjoyed (or didn’t!) within each meeting’s theme. And don’t be surprised when your reading list doubles in size! This meeting’s theme is “banned books.” This program is for adults and registration is encouraged.

Board Game Night
2026-07-23 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 July 23 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Tech Table
2026-07-23 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
2026-07-23 17:00 - 18:30 | 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! Game night is held monthly on the fourth Thursday.

Bring a game you love or choose from our YA collection.

Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions

NKH Chess Club
2026-07-23 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you want to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club!
For adults. Teens welcome with parent supervision.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-07-23 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! 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 570-562-1234 to schedule your appointment. Sponsored by United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike Counties.

Fossil Fest
2026-07-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Become a junior paleontologist for a day and participate in 3 different dinosaur and fossil activities!
-Ages: 3+ (Children, Teens, Family)

Earth Science Camp: Weather and Hydrology
2026-07-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States

Goodwill at North
2026-07-23 14:00 - 15:00 | PA
This stop is open to residents 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.
Location: 1539 N. Main Avenue, Scranton
