Lackawanna County Library System

CLOSING AT 4:00
2026-01-02 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
North Pocono Public Library will be closing at 4:00 P.M. for today.

Families Helping Families
2026-01-01 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.

Acrobatics
2026-01-01 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).

Thursdays Together
2026-01-01 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!

Scrabble Group
2026-01-01 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.

CLOSED
2026-01-01 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
North Pocono Public Library will be closed on New Years Day.

Library Closed-New Year's Day
2026-01-01 | PA
The Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile, and Nancy Kay Holmes Branch will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of New Year’s Day.

Closed
2026-01-01 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
The Carbondale Public Library will be closed for New Year’s Day.

Library Closed
2026-01-01 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The Valley Community Library is closed for New Year’s Day.

Mexican Train Dominoes
2025-12-31 12:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesdays at 12:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Come play Mexican Train Dominoes!
Experience the thrill of the tiles with friends at North Pocono Public Library every Wednesday.
No registration is required.

Noon Year Eve Party
2025-12-31 11:00 - 12:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Families are invited to celebrate New Year’s Eve with the Valley Community Library on December 31. We will have a storytime at 11:00 A.M. followed by a party counting down until NOON. There will be fun crafts, activities, and music! Registration is required.

Noon Year's Eve! Countdown to 12:00 PM
2025-12-31 11:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We can’t believe it, but 2026 is about to begin! Let your littles join in all the fun without messing with bedtimes by celebrating the countdown to 12:00 noon with us! We will read stories, sing songs, dance, and, of course, countdown to 12:00!
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Abington Christian Academy
2025-12-31 10:15 - 11:15 | 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.

Closed for holiday
2025-12-31 09:00 - 2026-01-03 21:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
The library will be closed Wednesday, December 31 through Saturday, January 3 in observance of the holiday.

CLOSING AT 4:00 P.M.
2025-12-31 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-12-30 09:00 - 16:00 | PA
North Pocono Public Library will be closing at 4:00 P.M. for the holiday season.

Library Closed: New Year's
2025-12-31 - 2026-01-01 | PA
Abington Community Library will be closed on Wednesday, December 31 and Thursday, January 1 2026 to observe New Year’s.

Library Closing at 3:00 P.M.
2025-12-31 | PA
The Valley Community Library is closing at 3:00 p.m. for New Year’s Eve.

Novel Thoughts: "Skylar and the K-Pop Principal"
2025-12-30 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
It’s K-Pop Demon Hunters meets Freaky Friday in this month’s book: Skylar and the K-Pop Principal! Skylar has the chance to meet her K-Pop idols, but she is stuck in the body of her cranky 70-year-old principal! On December 16, we will explore the world of Korean snacks and culture, and, on December 30, we will explore the world of K-Pop music and make friendship bracelets!
Pick up your “Lit Loot,” including a free copy of the book, starting Monday, December 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
2025-12-30 17:30 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
All ages and skill levels welcome.
Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.

Teen Leadership Committee
2025-12-30 16:30 - 17:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18
Join our Teen Leadership Committee! Open to middle and high school students, this group is perfect for those who want to make a difference in the Library and the community. We meet on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:30 to 5:30 P.M. to plan exciting events, prep fun crafts, and assist with fundraising efforts. Get involved, develop leadership skills, and be part of something meaningful!
No registration required.
Email Kyler at Kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Trinity Child Care Center
2025-12-30 13:30 - 14:30 | PA

Mahjong
2025-12-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join our group of National Mah Jongg League, INC. players. No experience necessary.

Winter Yoga for Kids
2025-12-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
The holidays can be a stressful and emotional time for all ages, including kids. The Valley Community Library invites kids and teens to come relax through mindful Yoga with Mindy. This program was made possible by a generous donation from the Friends of the Valley Community Library. Registration is required.

Teddy Bears' Picnic with Cal & Newbery
2025-12-30 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your bears or favorite stuffed animals for a very special story time! We will even go on a bear hunt throughout the library!
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Code & Play Pop-Up Lab
2025-12-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Drop in between 10 AM and 12 PM to casually explore hands-on coding toys such as Bee-Bots, Ozobots, Dash & Dot, and more.
Recommended for kids ages 4-12.
Registration suggested but not required.

Always in Stitches
2025-12-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.

Family Game Night
2025-12-29 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an evening of fun! We will put all our board games out for some fun, friendly competition!
For families.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Winter Diamond Art for Tweens & Teens
2025-12-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Winter Diamond Art invites tweens and teens ages 10-17 to take a break from the busy holiday break and relax by making calming works of art. Supplies are limited and registration is required.

First Friends
2025-12-29 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us each week for a space and bonding opportunity for families with babies and toddlers to support each other. Each week, the library will provide different programs, including age-appropriate story times, movement activities, art activities, singing, and more!
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015
