Lackawanna County Library System

Mexican Train Dominoes
2026-10-07 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | 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.

Moosic Meadow Lackawanna County Housing Authority
2026-10-07 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
2026-10-07 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
2026-10-07 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-10-07 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
2026-10-07 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.

Homeschool Hub: Show & Tell!
2026-10-07 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, October 7 at 10:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
It’s Show & Tell day at North Pocono Public Library! Bring something special along to the library and tell us all about it. It can be a favorite toy, hobby, project, or a talent you’d like to demonstrate! Homeschooled families with children of all ages are welcome.
To ensure that everyone feels safe and welcome, no weapons, political or religious paraphernalia will be permitted. If you have any questions about whether or not something is okay to bring, please reach out to Miss Rachel at 570-842-4700 ext. 301.
Registration is required. Please register children only.

Knot Another Stitch
2026-10-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Director’s Office, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join our upcoming stitching group! Bring along your current projects and enjoy engaging in friendly conversations with fellow enthusiasts.

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

Elementary Explorers
2026-10-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
We’re back for the school year with a cool new name! (Previously known as School-Age Fun Time – still the same great program!) 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.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-10-06 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-10-06 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.

Preschool Stories: Pajama Day!
2026-10-06 10:30 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, October 6 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join Miss Rachel for stories, songs, and a craft for North Pocono Public Library. This program is designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Take and Make Craft Kit
2026-10-06 | Albright Memorial Library, Circulation Department, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come by and pick up a kit that contains everything you need to make a fall leaf printing garland. Each kit includes all the essential materials along with easy-to-follow instructions to make your crafting experience enjoyable.
Kits will be available at the Circulation Desk starting October 6th and will be available while supplies last. (limit of 2 kits per card per month)
Did you miss out on the kit this month? Join our Maker newsletter and we’ll keep you up-to-date on upcoming classes and kits. Sign up here for the newsletter.

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

Family Place Play Time
2026-10-05 18:00, 2026-10-05 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for an opportunity to meet with experts in various fields of child development while enjoying interactive play with your little ones. Each week, members of the community will be available to answer any questions and ease your concerns about your child’s early development, all while playing and having fun together in a family-friendly environment.
Intended for ages 1 through 3, but siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Teen Movie Night: "Monster House"
2026-10-05 16:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We’re kicking off Halloween season with an animated classic! In this movie, three teens discover that their neighbor’s house is really a living, breathing, scary monster.
For teens ages 12 through 17.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Teen Take-and-Make: Ghost Portraits
2026-10-05 09:00 - 21:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Ages 12-18

Get a kit with all the supplies you need to make your own mini ghost portraits!
Register by September 28th to reserve your kit.
Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Weekly Programs
2026-10-04 | 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.

Fall Fair
2026-10-03 13:00 - 17:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
We’re excited to welcome you back for our 2nd Annual Fall Fair! Browse unique goods from local vendors, meet talented local authors, and enjoy an afternoon celebrating creativity and community. Families can also enjoy fun activities for kids, making it the perfect event for all ages. Come shop local, discover your next favorite read, and make lasting memories with us!​

This will be a fun rain or shine event for families!

Fall Fair Highlights:
— Local vendors and crafters selling some amazing items!
— Local authors signing and selling their books!
— Bake Sale with the Friends of the Valley Community Library and Girl Scout Troop #58900!
— Food and other fun fall snacks to eat!
— Fun activities for kids!______________________________

How You Can Help:
— If you would like to be part of our Fall Fair, please apply here by September 18: https://givebutter.com/fall-fair-2026-jtdqqi

— We are in need of small prizes or candy for kids games. Donations can be dropped off at the Library during normal business hours.

— We are in need of baked goods for our bake sale. Any baked good donations can be dropped off on Friday, October 2nd from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. or Saturday, October 3rd from 10 A.M. to 12 P.M.

— Volunteers! If you would like to help volunteer at this event, please message us or email Kristen at Kwallo@albright.org.

Needlework Afternoon
2026-10-02 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
2026-10-02 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-10-02 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.

Building Block Party
2026-10-02 10:30 - 11:30 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Building with blocks enhances a child’s problem-solving skills, spatial awareness, mathematics, social skills, along with language and literacy abilities! We invite kids ages 0-5 to come and have fun at our Building Block Party on Friday, October 2 at 10:30 A.M. We will have lots of fun blocks for the youngest of builders to create with. Registration required.

No Toddler Time Today!
2026-10-02 10:00 - 12:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
See you next week!

Fell Charter
2026-10-02 09:00 - 11:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Families Helping Families
2026-10-01 19:00 - 20:00 | 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.

Chick Lits Book Club
2026-10-01 18:30 - 19:30
This book club meets on the 1st Thursday of the month to read and discuss
fiction books. Call the library at 570-562-1234 for information on how to join this book club.

Stamp n Swap
2026-10-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers – bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org with any questions.

Teen Game Night: Spooky Trivia
2026-10-01 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Start off Halloween festivities at Teen Spooky Trivia Night! From horror movies to scary novels, test your terrifying knowledge against other teens for a chance to win a chilling prize!Start off Halloween festivities at Teen Spooky Trivia Night! From horror movies to scary novels, test your terrifying knowledge against other teens for a chance to win a chilling prize!

Local Paranormal Hotspots
2026-10-01 18:00 - 19:00
Start off the spooky season with Paranormal Investigator Eric Mintel, who will be hosting a fascinating presentation on Local Paranormal Hotspots. This program is for adults and requires registration.
