Lackawanna County Library System

Needles & Hooks
2026-11-04 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Do you love to crochet or knit — or have you always wanted to learn? Join us for our friendly yarn group at the library. Whether you’re an experienced stitcher or picking up needles or a hook for the first time, this is a relaxed, welcoming space to create, chat, and share ideas. Bring your current project or start something new with help from others. We learn together, swap tips, and enjoy some creative time — one stitch at a time. Registration is suggested. Contact 570-562-1234 for more information or to sign up.

Oak Hill Senior Apartments
2026-11-04 13:00 - 14:00 | 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.
Location: Oak Street, Taylor

Moosic Meadow Lackawanna County Housing Authority
2026-11-04 11:45 - 12:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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

Yoga with Mindy
2026-11-04 11:15 - 12:15 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join us at the Valley Community Library’s Gino Merli Room on Wednesdays at 11:15 a.m. for Yoga with Mindy. This class is designed to help release stress and tension as we focus on mindfulness, breathing, and simple yoga postures. Each class is $8. Payments will be due the day of the class.

Attendees must register with Mindy. Please email yogawithmindy@comcast.net to register for classes.For any questions, please email mgeorgetti@albright.org.

Terrific Tales
2026-11-04 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-11-04 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Inspire Early Education
2026-11-04 10:00 - 11:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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.

Library Closed
2026-11-03 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library is closed for Staff Development Day.

Library Closed
2026-11-03 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed on Tuesday, November 3rd.

Keystone Place Dickson City
2026-11-02 12:45 - 13:45 | 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.
Location: 375 Main Street, Dickson City

Dickson City Civic Center
2026-11-02 11:30 - 12:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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: 935 Albert Street, Dickson City

Mayfield Borough
2026-11-02 10:15 - 11:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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: 739 Penn Avenue, Mayfield

Tiny Treasures Child Care Center
2026-11-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Take and Make Spice Kit
2026-11-02 | Albright Memorial Library, Circulation Department, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Explore new flavors and recipes with this month’s featured spice, cumin! Pick up a kit to receive a sample of our spice and a selection of recipes to try. Kits will be available at the Circulation Desk starting November 2nd and will be available while supplies last. (limit of 2 kits per card per month).

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

Bookworm Book Club
2026-11-01 13:30 - 16:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Please join the Bookworms Book Club for a movie and book discussion for “No Country for Old Men.” The movie will start at 1:30 and there will be a book discussion starting at 3:35.
Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Weekly Programs
2026-11-01 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
These are the programs happening weekly at the Carbondale Public Library. Registration is not needed to attend these. Please contact the Carbondale Public Library for more information on any of these programs.
Monday: Movie Matinee @ 3:00 P.M. – Family-friendly movies shown after school.

Tuesday: Lego League @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can play with a variety of Lego sets provided by the library.

Wednesday: Baby Bounce @ 11:00 A.M. – Baby fun time with children up to 24 months and their caregivers.
Wednesday: Drop in Tech Assistance @ 11:00 A.M. – A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.
Wednesday: Play Dough Club @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can play with the library’s play dough collection.

Thursday: Library Littles @ 11:00 A.M. – A fun and educational program geared to help pre-school-age children develop early-literacy and social skills.
Thursday: Building Buddies @ 12:00 P.M. – Preschool and Elementary school age children can explore our collection of building manipulatives with a new building theme each week!
Thursday: Color Club @ 3:00 P.M. – Children can relax and color in sheets with crayon, pencils, and markers.
Thursday: Trading Card Club @ 4:00 P.M. – A club to play and trade cards – primarily Magic: the Gathering.

Friday: Drop in Tech Assistance @ 3:00 P.M. – A library staff member will be available to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets.

Trick or Treat at the Library!
2026-10-31 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Stop by while the library is open on Halloween to trick-or-treat!
All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Needlework Afternoon
2026-10-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every Friday. All needlework welcome including: knitting, crocheting, cross-stitching, and embroidering. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-10-30 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-10-30 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! For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Fell Charter
2026-10-30 09:00 - 11:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Family Movie Night: "Minions & Monsters"
2026-10-29 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a free showing of the new movie Minions & Monsters! Wear your pajamas and bring blankets to get cozy for the movie!
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Noodles and Doodles
2026-10-29 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Join us for Noodles and Doodles; a county-wide program where each library will have its own noodle theme! We’ll have a ramen bar and complete a spooky paint by number!
Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Tidbits & Trivia
2026-10-29 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come have a blast as you test your trivia knowledge while sampling some delicious snacks!
Intended for adults.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-10-29 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: Terracotta Pot Scarecrow
2026-10-29 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create your own fall home decor.
Sign ups start on the first Friday that we are open on the month before the craft – Friday, September 4 at 10:00 AM.
Note: Please only sign up for one Terracotta Pot Scarecrow craft session. We want to have space for as many people to make one.

Throop Civic Center
2026-10-29 13:15 - 14:15 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
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: 500 Sanderson Street, Throop

Little Gals and Pals
2026-10-29 11:45 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Little Visionaries Early Learning Center
2026-10-29 10:30 - 11:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Abington Christian Academy
2026-10-29 09:00 - 10:30 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile
