Lackawanna County Library System

Asian American Movie Marathon
2026-05-18 12:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Movie Marathon: Patrons are welcomed to visit throughout the afternoon and evening to watch films depicting various Asian stories.
-Ages: All Ages Welcome

Literary Ladies Book Club
2026-05-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
If you like getting lost in great stories and sharing your thoughts with fellow readers then this is the perfect place to connect! We meet on the last Monday of each month to enjoy lively discussions of engaging fiction and mystery titles. Interested in joining us? Call the library at 570-562-1234 to join us at our next meeting.

Breakfast Book Club
2026-05-18 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, May 18 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in North Pocono Public Library’s community room for a discussion of May’s selections — Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck and The Road by Cormac McCarthy.
No registration is required.

Cruise Into Kindergarten AM Session
2026-05-18 10:00 - 10:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Week 6
Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities.
For ages 4-5.
You only need to register once for the whole series. Registration is Closed.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
An evening session will also be offered at 5:00 PM.

Teen-Led Chess Club
2026-05-17 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
This is a teen-led program focused on learning and playing chess for kids and teens ages 8 and up. All experience levels are welcome!
No registration required.

Please reach out to Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Sundays with Friends: Princess Tea Party
2026-05-17 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
You are cordially invited to join us for a Princess Tea Party! Enjoy singing, dancing, stories, and a visit from two princesses!
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Mini Art Day: Flower Crowns
2026-05-16 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring some magic home with you from this Mini Art Day where we will learn how to make flower crowns with Miss Rachel! Artificial flowers and all other supplies will be provided, as well as real dandelions for anyone who would like to make a simple, classic crown out of real flowers!
For kids ages 5 and up. Younger children are welcome but may need parental assistance.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Kids in the Kitchen
2026-05-16 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Celebrate spring with Kids in the Kitchen! Enjoy seasonal stories, a craft, and learn how to make a healthy, yummy snack with our friends from The Junior League.
For kids ages 3 to 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Spring Marketplace
2026-05-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Stop by for our annual Spring Marketplace on Memorial Park in downtown Carbondale! Vendors will be selling one of a kind crafts, gifts, and more. Our library advocates will also be holding a book sale at the library!For more information, please contact the Carbondale Public Library – 570-282-4281.

STEAMTOWN SPRING TRAIN EXCURSION!Departing Steamtown: 10:00 AM – Arriving to Carbondale: 12:00 PMDeparting Carbondale: 2:00 PM – Arriving to Steamtown: 4:00 PMTravel with Steamtown National Historic Site to the Spring Marketplace in Carbondale. This round-trip rail experience takes passengers on a scenic journey through the Lackawanna Valley. Tickets are available through the Steamtown National Historic Site.

Zootopia 2 Family Movie Night
2026-05-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our next Family Movie Night on Friday May 15! We’ll watch Zootopia 2 and enjoy treats and snacks too. For all ages. Please register.

Coloring Club
2026-05-15 14:30 - 16:30 | 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

Conversational Italian Class
2026-05-15 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.

Your Money Matters: Identity Theft and AI
2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join the Penn State Extension to learn about protecting your identity, monitoring accounts, and responding promptly to erroneous transactions to help keep us financially safe. This free workshop will teach participants how to avoid having their identity stolen. Registration is requested. Call 570-562-1234 to sign up.

Little Farmers Club
2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The Little Farmers Club is a monthly program designed to bring farming basics for our younger kids. For age 4-7.
This month, Miss Kristin will be here to teach us about how seeds grow.
This program is free but registration is required.

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 11:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended 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.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-05-15 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-05-15 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 too! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Storytime
2026-05-15 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

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Fridays at 10:00 AM
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended 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
2026-05-14 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.

America 250: Pennsylvania Snack Ranking-Teens
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a celebration of the 250th anniversary of America with a Pennsylvania Snack Ranking! Sample some snacks originating from the Keystone state, then discuss your thoughts with other teens before placing them on a tier list!

This program is designed for teenagers between the ages of 12 and 18.

Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Yard & Garden Safety
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kathryn Bommer, MSN, RN and Trauma Education Outreach Coordinator at Geisinger for tips on maintaining outdoor spaces safely.

Protecting yourself from injuries,
Wearing protective gear,
Using and storing tools properly,
Managing sun exposure, and
General key practices.

This program is for adults.

Screening of David McCullough's LCLS 2006 Lecture
2026-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
As part of our programs for America 250, the Reference Department of the Scranton Public Library will be holding a screening of the lecture author David McCullough gave as part of the Lackawanna County Library System Lecture Series in 2006. The focus of the lecture was his book 1776, which chronicled the early days of the American Revolutionary War.

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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-05-14 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

American Sign Language Practice
2026-05-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Signers of all ages and skill levels are welcome to join us and practice together! Come or go anytime during the event but please register so we can ensure enough space for everyone.

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

Drawing 101
2026-05-14 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We invite anyone interested in tapping into their creative side through drawing to join us! Learn how to draw with expert artist, Ky Betts, in this drawing class for beginners.
For adults. Participants must register for all 5 sessions.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Tech Table
2026-05-14 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

Youth Yard and Garden Safety
2026-05-14 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For kids and teens ages 8-18
Join us for a garden safety course with registered nurse Kathryn Bommer and our garden expert Kristin Armstrong! We’ll discuss how to be safe when gardening and what to do in the case of bee stings, snake bites, and other common outdoor injuries.
Please email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Crafternoon: Butterfly Pastel Art
2026-05-14 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, May 14 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Craft the afternoon away!
Children of all ages are invited to drop in at North Pocono Public Library during the event hours to make a craft project to take home. This month, we’ll be creating butterfly art using chalk pastels!
No registration is required.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-05-14 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.
