Lackawanna County Library System

Movie: Epic: Elvis Persely in Concert
2026-08-26 14:00 - 15:40 (America/New_York) | 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

Stories with Cal & Newbery
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

Wellkind School for Early Learners
2026-08-26 09:30 - 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.

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.

Make & Take Crafts for Kids
2026-08-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Kids of all ages are invited to make a craft here at the library to take home with them. We will have a new craft every Monday afternoon!

Digital Media Class
2026-08-24 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Schedule a one-on-one class for technology help by calling the library at 570-489-1765.
Mondays and other days available.

Water Play
2026-08-24 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-08-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Cool off this summer at the library! Our splash pad and water toys will be available outside every Monday and every Saturday, weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Schiel's Family Market Scranton
2026-08-24 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: 1219 Wheeler Avenue, Scranton

Lego Club
2026-08-23 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

Carbondale Pioneer Nights Parade
2026-08-22 17:00 - 18:00 | PA

Teen Dungeons and Dragons Session 6
2026-08-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
In the taverns of the city of Nikkassu, many strange tales are woven. Recent vagrants and madmen have told of a great trove in the forgotten city of La-Khassu-Birqu. Perhaps this will be the place where you can finally find the relic that will solve the desperate hope that brought you out here after all? This 6-session Role-Playing Game will be available for teens every other Saturday starting in June and lasting through the summer with Dungeon Master Jon, and this adventure will be for 4th-level characters. If you need help building a character for this adventure, we will have a building session on June 9!

Children's Career Fair
2026-08-22 10:00 - 13:00 | PA
Visit the Bookmobile at the Children’s Career Fair.
Outreach – Center for Community Resources
431 North 7th Avenue
Scranton PA 18503

Coloring Club
2026-08-21 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

Lake Hideaway
2026-08-21 14:30 - 15:30 | 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: 701 McAndrew Road, Moscow

Eagle Lake
2026-08-21 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: Eagle Lake Drive, Gouldsboro

Picnics on the Library Lawn
2026-08-21 11:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us every Friday for picnics on the library lawn! Bring your lunches, and we will supply the blankets! This event is weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Beach StoryTime
2026-08-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
We will sing, play, and make friends together. Ages 0-5
