Lackawanna County Library System

Preschool Stories: Letter B
2025-09-16 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, September 16 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required to attend.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-09-16 10:00 - 10:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us in our Preschool-Kindergarten Storytime where we read, sing, talk, play and write to build early learning skills.
Geared towards ages 3-5. Siblings are welcome.
Please register.

Hillside Senior Community Center
2025-09-16 09:30 - 10:30 | PA
The Bookmobile is our mobile library service that brings books, resources, and programming directly to neighborhoods throughout the community. Our friendly staff will help you check out materials, sign up for a library card, and answer questions about library services. We also provide free WiFi access, printing, scanning services, and more.

National Voter Registration Day
2025-09-16 09:00 - 21:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop by the Library anytime on Tuesday, September 16 for National Voter Registration Day. Library staff will be on hand to assist you in registering to vote, check your registration status, find your polling location, and signing up for mail-in/absentee voting.
Register to vote- https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/Pages/VoterRegistrationApplication.aspx
Check Registration Status- https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/Pages/voterregistrationstatus.aspx
Find Polling Location- https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/Pages/PollingPlaceInfo.aspx
Sign Up for Mail-In/Absentee Voting- https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/OnlineAbsenteeApplication/#/OnlineAbsenteeBegin

Story Explorers: "The Three Billy Goats Gruff"
2025-09-15 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna to explore the classic tale, “The Three Billy Goats Gruff!” We will read a version of the story, discuss its literary elements, and make our own bridge!
This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading! Each month we will read a book, have a themed activity and snack, and discuss the book’s literary elements, such as plot. Kids receive a free copy of the book, while supplies last.
For kids in Kindergarten through Grade 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Paper Portrait Art
2025-09-15 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For ages 12 and up
Get inspired and express yourself in a whole new way with Paper Portrait Art! Create a portrait that is uniquely you by cutting and layering pieces of colored paper. No drawing skills required!
All supplies provided Registration required
Please reach out to Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Monday Matinee: My Fair Lady
2025-09-15 13:00 - 15:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, September 15 at 1:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
See a Mid-day Movie!
Enjoy a film with at North Pocono Public Library’s new movie club! For our first meeting, we’ll be screening My Fair Lady (1964) directed by George Cukor while eating popcorn and planning future screenings.
Registration is required.

Breakfast Book Club
2025-09-15 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, September 15 at 10:00 A.M.
(Adult Programming)
Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in North Pocono Public Library’s community room for a discussion of September’s selection — Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus.
No registration is required.

Jane's Tea Party
2025-09-13 14:30 - 16:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Experience a traditional afternoon tea party with desserts and refreshments. Come dressed in your garden party attire and enjoy a sit down tea with 24 guests. Learn about the life of Jane Austen and celebrate her 250th birthday early.

Family Yoga
2025-09-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
This free class offers a special time for children ages 4-9 and their grown-ups to connect and develop life-long skills of strength, coordination, and confidence through yoga poses, games, stories, and music. Instructor: Kerri from Kerri Berri Kids Yoga

Downton Abbey Watch Party
2025-09-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Enjoy a variety of teas and snacks in our Community Room as we watch Downton Abbey: A New Era in preparation for the release of the final movie.
Registration is Requested.

Fell Charter
2025-09-12 09:00 - 11:00 | PA

Teen Self-Care Night
2025-09-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Relieve your stress with a night of self-care. We will have herbal tea, stickers and coloring sheets for a relaxing time.

Pride & Prejudice: the 1995 Mini Series
2025-09-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for our Jane Austen Movie Series. We are starting with one of the most famous versions of Pride & Prejudice. Join us weekly as we watch Parts I, II, and III on September 11th, 18th, and 25th. Happy Birthday Jane Austen!

Interactive Steel Drum Performance
2025-09-11 16:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come out for an interactive evening of music and fun! Enjoy learning about steel drums from the members of the Electric City Steel Drum Project. Take part and play some of the percussion instruments the group brings!
For all ages.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Crafternoon: Beaded Keychains
2025-09-11 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, September 11 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children & Teen Programming)
Get crafty!
Make a beaded keychain for your backpack to celebrate the beginning of the school year. Drop in any time during the event hours to make your craft to take home. Recommended for ages 5-17.
No registration is required.

Thursdays Together
2025-09-11 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!

Neil Armstrong Elementary
2025-09-11 09:00 - 12:00 | PA

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-09-10 18:30 - 19:00 | 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 5-10.
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.

Sharon McArdle Painting Class
2025-09-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Sharon as we paint a wine bottle to add fairy lights to. Perfect for lighting up your windows or patio at night! $15 materials fee that includes all the supplies. Registration is required and space is limited. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the project.

Air Dry Clay Magnets
2025-09-10 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, September 10 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Decorate your fridge!
Stop by North Pocono Public Library and create cute magnets for your refrigerator using air dry clay.
Registration is required.

Creative Writing Community
2025-09-10 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!

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-09-10 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 ages 5-10.
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.

Danger Club: Level Up!
2025-09-10 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Get ready for some epic Mario Kart races on our new Switch 2! We are going to experiment with physics and motion all while having a great time racing. Ever wonder what would happen if you put Bowser on a mini bike? Or Toad on extra wide wheels? Let’s try it out and find out!
For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Adopting A Furbaby
2025-09-10 16:15 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Furbaby Foster Mom, Dawn Uscowskas, from Kit Kat’s Mission as she discusses the benefits of adopting through a rescue, making a difference in the cat population, and things to know when a stray comes your way.

PLUS, play with a few “special guests”.

Movie: The Amateur
2025-09-10 14:00 - 16:10 | 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 Amateur”. When his supervisors at the CIA refuse to take action after his wife is killed in a London terrorist attack, a decoder takes matters into his own hands. Rated PG-13; 2 hrs., 2 min.

Waverly Elementary
2025-09-10 12:00 - 14:30 | PA

Abington Christian Academy
2025-09-10 10:15 - 11:15 | PA

Block Party
2025-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.

Novel Thoughts: Kid Confident
2025-09-09 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Calling all middle schoolers! Let Ms. Meghan help you start the year off right by stopping in on any of these Tuesdays in September to get your own supplies and advice from the book “Kid Confident: How to Navigate Middle School.”

September 9: Planner Perfect – set up your planner or binder with fun pens, highlighters, and stickers to get organized.
September 16: Pencil Case Creations – design your own pencil case to take home.
September 23: Pony Bead Keychains – make a unique keychain for your backpack.

For children in grades 4 through 6.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
