Lackawanna County Library System

Danger Club: The Science of Snowflakes
2024-12-11 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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).

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!

Maker Tuesday: Sock Snowman
2024-12-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for Maker Tuesday 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.

LEGO Construction Crew
2024-12-18 04:00 - 16:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided.
For ages 5-10.
Please register.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Book Club: That's Not My Name
2024-12-18 06:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us to explore Megan Lally’s novel, “That’s Not My Name,” where a teen with amnesia doubts the man claiming to be her father while her boyfriend seeks her out.
Copies of the book will be available for checkout at the Circulation Desk, with digital copies potentially accessible via Libby or hoopladigital.com.

Movie: It Ends With Us
2024-12-18 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 Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is It Ends With Us, Lily believes she’s found true love with Ryle, but when a painful incident triggers past trauma, she must decide if love alone can carry her marriage through. However, things are complicated when her first love returns to her life. Based on the bestselling novel by Colleen Hoover.

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

Starting Sourdough
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, December 18 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Meet Morgan of Ell’s Sourdough Shop at the library for a guided workshop in making your first loaf of sourdough bread! Each participant will take home a starter, starter jar, small mixing spoon, lathe for scoring, instruction booklet to follow at home, and a small loaf of sourdough scored and baked during the workshop.
Registration is required in person. $35/person program fee.

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our ongoing series. Attendees will learn how to prepare Oatmeal Cream Pies and Homemade Tagalongs. This class will also include a cookie swap. Bring your own 3 dozen of a favorite cookie to participate. This will be a cooking and tasting demo. No Materials Fee. Registration is required.

Teen Anime Club: Bento Boxes
2024-12-18 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we make Japanese bento boxes. We will be learning simple ways to organize a lunchbox with common, everyday ingredients, while learning about healthy, balanced meals. Teens will take home their own bento with prepared food.

Senior Tech Tutoring
2024-12-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Feeling stuck with your smartphone, tablet, or computer? We’re here to help!
Senior Tech Tutoring offers personalized, one-on-one sessions to help you feel more comfortable and confident using your technology. Whether you need help setting up a new device, learning apps, sending photos, or understanding everyday tech tasks, our friendly team will guide you at your own pace.
New device after the holidays? We can help you set it up and learn how to use it with confidence.
Bring your smartphones, tablets, laptops, or other devices—and your questions!
Call 570-343-1267 or 570-562-1234 for more information.

Index Card Ice Architects
2024-12-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready for a frosty fun adventure! Join us for the STEM Challenge where you’ll unleash your creativity and engineering skills to build your very own igloo or ice castle using index cards!
For ages 8-12.
Any questions please reach out to Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org.

Stories and Signs Holidays
2024-12-20 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for Stories and Signs with holiday stories, songs, signing, and bubbles! For ages birth-5; siblings welcome. Presented by the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and our adult ASL students. Please register.
