Lackawanna County Library System

Movie: Freakier Friday
2026-01-14 14:00 - 16:00 (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 “Freakier Friday”. Years after Tess and Anna endured an identity crisis, Anna now has a daughter and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might strike twice.

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Adult Craft: Snowman Plush
2026-01-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-15 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create your own snowman decor for this season.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2026-01-14 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Tail Waggin’ Tutors program is designed to boost your child’s reading skills in a fun and furry way! Let your kids read aloud to certified therapy dogs who are eager to listen and provide gentle encouragement. It’s a paws-itively awesome opportunity for your kids to gain confidence and enjoy the magic of reading.
Stop by the craft table while waiting for a turn.
For kids ages 5-11.
This program is split into 2 half hour sessions so you can register your child(ren) for the 6:00-6:30 session or the 6:30- 7:00 session.
We ask that when you register you only count the child(ren). Please include all children participating in the guest count.

Creative Writing Community
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all writers! Are you looking for the opportunity to share your ideas with others and hone your skills? Or are you looking to flex your creative muscles and receive feedback on your work? Then join us for the Creative Writing Community. We are looking for writers of any experience level: Poets, Novelists, Short Story Writers, Journalists, Editors, and anyone who loves words is welcome!c

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Winter Seed Sowing
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners as we delve into this economical and low maintenance technique for starting perennials, annuals, and native plants for your garden. $10 materials fee and attendees will go home with seeds planted and ready to set outside. For adults. Registration is required. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if registration is full and you would like to be added to the waitlist.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2026-01-14 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-01-15 10:30, 2026-01-15 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

Toddler Tumble Time
2026-01-15 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

Scrabble Group
2026-01-15 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word enthusiasts.

Thursdays Together
2026-01-15 12:30 - 15:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a chill weekly hangout at the Library! No agenda. No pressure. No registration. Just good vibes, great convos, and a seat waiting for you. Drop in anytime. Pull up a chair and stay as long as you’d like. Everyone’s welcome!

Ready To Read
2026-01-15 15:30 - 16:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Help your child get Ready to Read!
We will practice basic phonics and grammar skills in this fun and literature-based program. For Grades K-2.
This is a four week program. Registration is required, please.

A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Trading Card Club
2026-01-15 16:00 - 19:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck and play some games. We primarily play Magic: the Gathering but we are open to learning other games!
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Acrobatics
2026-01-15 17:00 - 18:00 | PA
Young people participating in these activities will be improving their acrobatics through participating in various intelligence-stimulating games. Young adults, ages 12-14 are welcome to join the fun! Acrobatics meets Thursdays at 5P.M.
Contact the library for more details (570-563-2014).

Tech Table
2026-01-15 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

Local Author Visit
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meet Abby Vail, author of horror novella “Writhe,” at the Valley Community Library on January 15 at 6:00 p.m. She will talk about her book, read some excerpts, and offer a Q&A session. This program is for adults and registration is encouraged.

Teen Creator Lab
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month’s Teen Creator Lab will focus on making bracelets! All supplies will be provided, so come craft bracelets using string, charms and beads!

In case of bad weather, library programs may be cancelled. Please check our website or Facebook page or call for program updates. Note that, even if events are cancelled, the library may still be open for basic services.

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

Insulin Pump Support Group
2026-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Are you using or thinking of using an insulin pump to manage your diabetes? Talk with diabetics who know. Join insulin pump users with/without a sensor in a group setting to share and talk about your experiences. The group is open to children, parents, and senior citizens who are presently using a pump or are considering it. Meeting at the Library and on Zoom.

Families Helping Families
2026-01-15 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

Balance Workout
2026-01-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join Dr. Carly Young from Movement Solutions, LLC for a balance workout class.

Storytime
2026-01-16 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

Bridge Club
2026-01-16 12:00 - 16:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Your local ACBL-sanctioned club is more than just a place to play bridge. It’s a portal to a community of bridge lovers learning about the game, honing their skills and forming lifelong partnerships.

Cross-Stitch and Embroidery Group
2026-01-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Meets every other Friday. All levels welcome. Bring a project you are working on or start a new project with supplies provided.
Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.

Conversational Italian Class
2026-01-16 13:30 - 14:30 | 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.

Coloring Club
2026-01-16 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

Drop In Tech Assistance
2026-01-16 15:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
A library staff member will be available at these times to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Information Literacy.

Mini Art Day: Let's Build a Snowman!
2026-01-17 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Is it snowing yet? Even if the ground outside is brown, we can still build a snowman! Join us for this mini art day where we will make our own little snowmen out of clay! Individual kits to build your snowman will be provided.
For children ages 4 and older.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Kids D&D: Martin Harkon’s Curse
2026-01-17 14:00 - 16:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
On our last episode, our adventurers defended Hearthill from zombie pirates. Now, they must figure out a way to break Cap’n Harkon’s curse! This program is for young adventurers and is suitable for beginners as well as more seasoned young players. First-level characters will be available upon request, and you are also welcome to bring your own first-level characters to play with!
Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.
