Lackawanna County Library System

Danger Club: Tie-Dyeing
2026-08-12 18:00 (America/New_York) | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Let’s end summer with a splash of color! We will have hats and socks to tie dye plus some t-shirts while supplies last, or feel free to bring your own items to dye. We will be outside weather permitting.
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Adult Craft: Diamond Art Bookmark
2026-08-12 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-08-11 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.

School Readiness Storytime
2026-08-12 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! Stories, play-learning centers and group activities.
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
Kids entering 2nd Graders are also welcome.
You only need to register once for the whole series from the July 8 session, https://lclshome.org/event/school-readiness-storytime-5pm-1/. Series runs weekly from July 8-August 19. We understand you may not be able to make all sessions due to vacations.
To see if spots are available email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org.

Oak Hill Senior Apartments
2026-08-12 14:15 - 15:15 | 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: Oak Street, Taylor

Movie: The Drama
2026-08-12 14:00 - 15:50 | 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 “The Drama” (Wednesday, August 12th): Robert Pattinson and Zendaya star as a couple who, in the days leading up to their wedding, faces a crisis when unexpected revelations derail what one of them thought they knew about the other. Rated R; 1 hr., 46 min.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Maple Manor
2026-08-12 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: Williams Street, Taylor

Moosic Meadow Lackawanna County Housing Authority
2026-08-12 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: Dupont Street, Moosic

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-08-12 11:30, 2026-08-11 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Pocono Environmental Education Center: Intro to Camping
2026-08-12 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Pocono Environmental Education Center: Intro to Camping
Wednesday, August 12 at 10:30 AM
Join us at the North Pocono Public Library to learn some camping basics!
How do you plan and prepare for spending time outdoors? What skills are needed? We’ll teach you the basics! Topics and activities may include Leave No Trace Principles, knot tying, setting up a shelter, and how to prepare a campsite. Recommended for children and teens in grades K-8.
Registration required as space is limited. (Adults do not need to sign up.)

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-08-12 10:30, 2026-08-11 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

Inspire Early Education
2026-08-12 10:00 - 11:30 | 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.

Mystery Book Club
2026-08-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our monthly Mystery Book Club where fellow sleuths gather to discuss twists, turns, and page-turners that keep us guessing until the very end.
The June selection for the Mystery Book Club is “The Caves of Steel” by Isaac Asimov.

Art with the Everhart- Valley
2026-08-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join the Lackawanna County Library System and the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art for “Art with the Everhart” throughout the month of August. Children will have the chance to act as junior scientists as they observe specimens, create clay fossil imprints, and document their discoveries through imaginative storytelling and art.
For kids ages 7 through 10.

Trivia Night-entering grades 6th-8th
2026-08-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
It’s Trivia Night for kids entering grades 6-8 at the Abington Community Library! Teams of three to five people will gather on August 11 to answer questions on preselected books for the title of Trivia Champions!
Book list for children entering grades 6-8: Posted by John David Anderson and Keeper of the Lost Cities (graphic novel) by Shannon Messenger. Questions from the books will include character questions, true/false, multiple choice, and bonus questions. Request a copy of the books through the library catalog to get started reading: https://lackawanna.chilipac.com/r1s/eg/opac/home
There will be an optional review session for participants on Wednesday July 29 from 6:30 to 7:30 PM.
Register in person at the Abington Community Library with Mrs. Burke. Teams can register together or we’ll add you to a team so you can make new friends while having fun at the Trivia Night! Registration deadline: July 29.
Questions? Contact Nancy Burke at nburke@albright.org or 570-587-3440, ext. 3069.

Summer Fun Time
2026-08-11 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.

Novel Thoughts: "Animorphs"
2026-08-11 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

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-08-11 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Cruise into Kindergarten is an interactive story time which features stories, music, creative play and exploration and supports school readiness.
This program runs Tuesdays July 7, 14, and 21 and August 4, 11, and 18. Pre-registration is required.

Trivia Night-entering Grades 4th-5th
2026-08-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
It’s Trivia Night for kids entering grades 4-5 at the Abington Community Library! Teams of three to five people will gather on August 11 to answer questions on preselected books for the title of Trivia Champions!
Book list for children entering grades 4-5: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown and Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library (graphic novel) by Chris Grabenstein. Questions from the books will include character questions, true/false, multiple choice, and bonus questions. Request copies of the books through the library catalog to get started reading: https://lackawanna.chilipac.com/r1s/eg/opac/home
There will be an optional review session for participants on Wednesday July 29 from 5:00 to 6:00 PM.
Register in person at the Abington Community Library with Mrs. Burke. Teams can register together or we’ll add you to a team so you can make new friends while having fun at Trivia Night! Registration deadline: July 29.
Questions? Contact Nancy Burke at nburke@albright.org or 570-587-3440, ext. 3069.

Dinosaur Expedition Adventure
2026-08-11 14:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Dinosaur Expedition Adventure
Tuesday, August 11 at 2:00 PM
Join us at the North Pocono Public Library for a dinosaur show presented by paleontologists, Mike & Roberta Straka.
Mike and Roberta will explain how they became interested in becoming scientists and will display an Albertosaurus skull while they share lots of info about this carnivore.
Audience members will also experience the thrill of digging up a real Triceratops dinosaur bone and help reconstruct a dinosaur. As an added attraction, there will also be a mini museum
set up showcasing photos and minerals from their summer digs in South Dakota.
Registration is required. (Please register children only for this event.)

Keystone Place Scranton
2026-08-11 11:45 - 12:45 | 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: 101 Smallacombe Drive, Scranton

Preschool Stories
2026-08-11 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 11 at 10:30 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Rachel at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Delaware Tower Apartments
2026-08-11 10:30 - 11:30 | 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: 100 Smallacombe Drive, Scranton

Tri-Star Academy
2026-08-11 09:00 - 10:00 | PA

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2026-08-10 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.
Intended for children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Read to Dogs
2026-08-10 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, August 10 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Read to Dogs
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the North Pocono Public Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Teen Volunteer Club
2026-08-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Teen Volunteer Club at the Valley Community Library is an opportunity for teens to earn community service hours, share their thoughts on teen programing and space, and socialize with new friends while building a resume. Teens will work with library staff on a variety of tasks that are needed for the library to run smoothly and aid our amazing programs. Interested teens should fill out a Teen Volunteer Application. For all volunteers or presenters ages 14 and older we require their PA Criminal Background Check (available to be filled out at https://epatch.pa.gov/home) and a copy of a valid PA Child Abuse History Clearance (available to be printed from or filled out at compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home). This paperwork should be turned in at the front desk of the Library. Registration is required for each Teen Volunteer Club meeting so we can plan for the number of volunteers we will have and make sure we have the paperwork needed ahead of time.

Dinosaur Expedition Adventure
2026-08-10 14:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka will show their fossil collection, highlight the traits of carnivorous dinosaurs, and showcase an Albertosaurus skull. Kids can also dig up a Triceratops bone and help reconstruct the dinosaur.
Recommended for ages 5-12.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764
