Lackawanna County Library System

Adult Gaming Club
2025-07-14 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you are an avid or casual gamer, this club is a venue for finding and getting together with fellow players. Join us for a summer of the Nintendo Switch, featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and more. You’re welcome to bring your own device or use ours at this club open to 18+. Drop-ins welcome.

Read to Dogs
2025-07-14 17:45 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, July 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.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-07-14 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We know that Kindergarten is a big adjustment for everyone in the family! Join us for this six-week series, where children will practice activities they will need to know in Kindergarten, like sitting politely for circle time, imaginative play activities, and daily school routines all in a fun, welcoming setting! All activities will be centered around a theme that is aligned with the PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills.
For children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2025.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Mini Masterpieces
2025-07-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Attention all teens! Ready to showcase your creativity? Join us for this countywide art program where you can create a Mini Masterpiece to be featured at the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art in September! Don’t miss the chance to have your artwork on display and be part of something special. Registration is required. Contact the library at 570-562-1234.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-07-15 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-15 13:00 - 13:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us in our Preschool-Kindergarten Storytime where we read, sing, talk, play and write to build early learning skills.
Geared towards ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.
Please register.

Art in the Park
2025-07-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Covington Park, 307 Winship Road, Moscow, PA, 18444, United States
Tuesday, July 15 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth outside at Covington Park for an art project and a story walk.
No registration is required.
Covington Park
307 Winship Road
Moscow, PA 18444

Salt Art
2025-07-15 16:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Did you know you could make art with simple salt you have at home? That is what Japanese artist Yamamoto Motoi does. Come learn about his art style and let’s make some artwork out of salt ourselves!
For kids in kindergarten and older.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Food Fun
2025-07-15 16:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us as we have some fun with our food! For children entering grades 1 through grade 4 in fall 2025. Please register.

Pocono Writer's Group
2025-07-15 16:00 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, July 15 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.

Puzzle Swap
2025-07-15 17:00 - 18:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Swap your old puzzles for new-to-you ones at our Puzzle Swap! To participate, drop off puzzles at the Albright Memorial Library from July 1st to July 15th to receive swap tickets, or bring your puzzles on the event night. We welcome gently used puzzles of any size and piece count, in their original boxes and complete with no missing pieces. Feel free to drop in any time during the event to discover a new puzzle to bring home – no registration required.

The 5:30 Society
2025-07-15 17:30 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, July 15 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the third Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For July’s installment, they will be reading The Diamond Eye by Kate Quinn.
No registration is required.

Mini Masterpieces at Abington
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Teens ages 12 and up are invited to join us at the Library to create their own Mini Masterpiece that will be on display at the Everhart Museum during the month of September.
Space is limited so please register.
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org. If the event is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Knot Another Stitch
2025-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

Terrific Tales
2025-07-16 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-16 11:00 - 11:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Toddler Splash & Play
2025-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, July 16 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
For ages 1-3. Cool off with some water fun in North Pocono Public Library’s backyard as we splash, scoop, dump, and play. Come prepared to get wet! We recommend a towel, second outfit, or both. This event is weather permitting.
Registration is required.

Wine Glass Painting
2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Linda McCain as she walks you through the process of painting a stemless wine glass using acrylic paint and a polycyclic topcoat.
Wednesday, July 16th from 11:00A.M. to 12:30 P.M.
This class is for adults and there is a $3 materials fee.
Email: jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Movie: Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
2025-07-16 14:00 - 16:10 | 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 “Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy,” Jones navigates life as a widow and single mom with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. Back to work and on the apps, she’s pursued by a younger man and maybe – just maybe – her son’s science teacher.

School Readiness Storytime
2025-07-16 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kindergarten teacher Chris Beck for a fun and engaging storytime with a sprinkle of learning!
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
2nd Graders are welcome.
Please register for each date you plan to attend.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Book Club: Beach Read
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us this month for a discussion on Beach Read by Emily Read. A romance writer who no longer believes in love and a literary writer stuck in a rut engage in a summer-long challenge that may upend everything they believe about happily ever afters.
Copies of the book can be checked out at the Circulation Desk, and digital versions may also be available through Libby or hoopladigital.com.

Honey Tasting
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, July 16 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Local beekeeper, Orna Clum, will be visiting North Pocono Public Library to discuss bees and the differences across species as we sample a variety of honey from around the world.
Registration is required.

Socrates Cafe
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Socrates Cafe. These gatherings will bring people together from all walks of life to raise questions about, listen to, and discuss a topic chosen by the group that evening.

Reincarnation: An Overview of The Purpose, The Principles and The Process
2025-07-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Henry Bieryla, a founding member of ReincarnationResearch.com—the leading reincarnation research group in North America—as we explore spiritual evolution, karma, dharma, rebirth, and the soul’s journey, featuring case studies and a Q&A. For adults. Registration required.

Grab & Go: Be Kind Bracelets
2025-07-17 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, July 17
(Youth Programming)
Drop-in at North Pocono Public Library and pick up a craft kit to make at home. This week, we’re making Be Kind bracelets! For children of all ages. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
Registration is not required.

Meet & Greet @ North Pocono Public Library
2025-07-17 09:30 - 12:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Join us at the North Pocono Public Library and take a tour of the new Lackawanna County Library System’s Bookmobile. This mobile library brings books and resources directly to communities throughout the county. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the vehicle’s features, browse the collection, and learn about the Bookmobile’s services.

The Colorful World of Bugs and Insects
2025-07-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Experience the world of entomology like never before with Ryan “The BugMan” Bridge as he brings the colorful world of insects to all of the Lackawanna County Libraries.
Children will learn how bugs and insects use color to survive, and everyone will have the chance to hold the live bugs he brings.
Family Event
Sponsored by the Lackawanna County Library System.
Can’t make it? No worries! Ryan the BugMan will be visiting all the Lackawanna County Library System libraries throughout the week.

Mini Masterpieces
2025-07-17 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, July 17 at 2:00 P.M.
(Teen Programming)
Create a miniature piece of art using your medium of choice on a 4″ x 4″ canvas. All materials will be provided. Everyone will be invited to a reception at the Everhart Museum where all mini works of art from every Lackawanna County Library will be displayed in a special exhibit in September.
Registration is required.

The Colorful World of Bugs and Insects
2025-07-17 15:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Ryan “The BugMan” Bridge brings the colorful world of insects to the library. Children will learn how bugs and insects use color to survive, and everyone will have the chance to hold the live bugs he brings!
All ages are welcome to attend.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Bead the Room
2025-07-17 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For Ages 12 & Up
Add a pop of personality to your space with a custom beaded curtain square! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and string together your own pixel-style bead art, just like the adorable tomato sample shown. Choose from pre-made patterns or dream up your own design—fruits, animals, hearts, or anything in between!
We’ll provide all the beads, string, and tools you need, plus inspiration to help your project shine. Perfect for beginners and crafty pros alike.
✨ All supplies provided📌 Registration required
Any questions please reach out to Mary at Mgraham@albright.org
