Lackawanna County Library System

B.E. F.A.S.T. to Spot a Stroke
2026-08-27 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for our “What Is a Stroke?” workshop with the American Heart Association!
In this informative session, you’ll learn:

Steps to reduce your risk of stroke.
The warning signs of stroke and what F.A.S.T. means.
What to do if you think a loved one is having a stroke.
The need to call 9-1-1 immediately to get emergency help.

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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-08-27 18:00, 2026-08-27 10:30, 2026-08-26 10:30, 2026-08-25 10:30 | 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

Teen Anime Club
2026-08-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month’s Teen Anime Club features a showing of Napping Princess, a fantasy film that follows a high-school girl, her friends and her family in both the near-future Japan, and a mysterious realm called Heartland, a society that revolves entirely around cars!
This program is for teens ages 12-18
Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Board Game Night
2026-08-27 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 August 27 at the Valley Community Library. This program is for adults and registration is required.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-08-27 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.

Adult Craft: Diamond Art Bookmark
2026-08-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create your own diamond art bookmark.
Sign ups start on the first Friday that we are open on the month before the craft – Friday, July 10 at 10:00 AM.

Lego Club
2026-08-27 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Spend an afternoon building with friends. Design your own creation, or we will give you a challenge! Work by yourself or as a team. Whether you are a Lego master or a first-timer, this is the program for you!
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Everhart Museum
2026-08-27 11:45 - 12:30 | 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: 1901 Mulberry Street, Scranton

Tummy Time
2026-08-27 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Tummy Time is a crucial activity for babies to build muscles in their neck, shoulders, and arms. Caregivers and babies are invited to socialize while the babies work on these skills at the Valley Community Library. We will also include a book and music for a well-balanced program. Space is limited. Registration is required.

American Girl Doll Club: Julie's Tie-Dyed Shirts
2026-08-26 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Tie-dyed items were super popular in the 1970s when Julie Albright was growing up. At August’s club meeting, we will read some of Julie’s story and tie-dye shirts for our dolls and shirts for us to match! Sizes of kids shirts available while supplies last.
For children in Kindergarten through Grade 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Pottery Workshop: Cheese Board
2026-08-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening making your own Cheese Board with slab building techniques. You’ll create your own board from clay, customize the shape and size, and add personal touches like stamps, names, or little messages. At the end of the night, pieces will be taken to the studio to get fired so they are microwave-dishwasher and food safe. The fee is $25 per person, which is non-refundable and must be paid at the time of registration.
To register call 570-348-3000 ext 3019 or email: Ejohnson@albright.org
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street
Scranton, PA 18509 570-348-3000

Adult Craft: Diamond Art Bookmarks
2026-08-26 17:30 - 18:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States

Greater Scranton YMCA Olyphant
2026-08-26 14:30 - 15:30 | PA
This stop is ONLY for students 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.

Movie: Epic: Elvis Persely in Concert
2026-08-26 14:00 - 15:40 | 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 “Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert” (Wednesday, August 26th): For the first time ever, Elvis Presley tells his own story through candid conversations and dazzling performance footage from the early days of his Vegas residency. Featuring never-before-seen archival footage. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 36 min.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Connell Park Scranton
2026-08-26 12:00 - 13:00 | 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: 800 Gibbons Street, Scranton

Wellkind School for Early Learners
2026-08-26 09:30 - 11:30 | PA

Summer Fun Time
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. Registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. Ages 5-12.

Library Board Meeting
2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Our board meets on the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6pm on the second floor in the Conference Room of the Carbondale Public Library.
The meetings for 2026 are as follows:
Tuesday January 27
Tuesday February 24
Tuesday March 24
Tuesday April 28
Tuesday May 26
Tuesday June 23
Tuesday July 28
Tuesday August 25
Tuesday September 22
Tuesday October 27
Tuesday November 24
The board does not meet in December.

Novel Thoughts: "Animorphs"
2026-08-25 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
What would you do if you had the power to transform into any animal and use that power to save the world? When Jake, Rachel, Cassie, Tobias, and Marco encounter a mysterious visitor one night, they are given an incredible ability: the power to morph into animals. But with an alien invasion threatening Earth, they quickly discover that this gift comes with a huge responsibility. Join Ms. Meghan and the Novel Thoughts Book Club as we dive into Animorphs: The Invasion, an exciting new adaptation of the beloved bestselling series. Follow the adventure, discuss the story, and connect with fellow readers.
Pick up your Lit-Loot boxes starting Saturday, August 1!
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Multigenerational Chess
2026-08-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
All ages and skill levels welcome.

Emotional Spectrum Painting
2026-08-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join the Greater Scranton YMCA at the Valley Community Library on August 25 at 2:00 p.m. to create an emotional spectrum painting. Express your emotions on canvas in a guided session that encourages self-discovery and healing. This program is geared towards seniors and registration is required.

Allied Terrace Personal Care Home
2026-08-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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.

Amos Towers Apartments
2026-08-25 12:30 - 13:30 | 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: 525 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton

Bookmobile Visits North Pocono Public Library
2026-08-25 10:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Stop by and visit the Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile at the North Pocono Public Library.
North Pocono Public Library
1315 Church Street
Moscow, PA 18444

No Preschool Stories today!
2026-08-25 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
There will be no Preschool Stories program today. See you next month!
However, the Lackawanna County Library System’s Bookmobile will be visiting us today from 10:00 AM-12:00PM in our parking lot! Come visit and check it out!

NPPL Board Meeting - August 2026
2026-08-24 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, August 24 at 6:00 P.M.
The board of North Pocono Public Library will have their monthly meeting in the community room. This meeting is open to the public.

VCL Board Meeting
2026-08-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library board meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The Library encourages individuals who would like to comment before the Board to notify the Library in advance of the Meeting.  For more information, please review our Public Comment Policy or email kwallo@albright.org with any questions.
