Lackawanna County Library System

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-07-19 12:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, July 19 from 12:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Delve into the world of fantasy roleplaying and join North Pocono Public Library’s Dungeons & Dragons campaign. We’ll be providing books to explore the gothic horror domains of Ravenloft (using v3.5 rules). This group is welcome to newly interested and longtime players alike. To keep the fun going, we do ask for some level of commitments to maintain consistency within the game for our monthly meetings.
No registration is required.

Mini Painters' Day
2025-07-19 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Paint your own mini canvas to be displayed in our new Children’s Library Art Gallery! Painters of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to join us for a relaxing afternoon of colorful expression. Small canvases, paint, and brushes will be provided.
All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Upside Down Art
2025-07-19 15:00 - 16:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Explore the process Michelangelo used to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel – lying on his back! We will create a similar scenario for our young artists to make masterpieces of their own. For grades K-12.
Registration is required.

Lego Club: Glasses Building Challenge
2025-07-20 13:00 - 17:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special LEGO Club meeting where we invite you to decorate your own pair of glasses with LEGO! We’ll provide the glasses, and you’ll be invited to take home as many LEGO as you can fit on them. One pair per child, while supplies last.
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Color Scavenger Hunt
2025-07-21 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Monday, July 21
(Youth Programming)
Pick up a special scavenger hunt bag at North Pocono Public Library’s front desk and take it home to have some colorful fun inside or out! Available while supplies last.
No registration is required.

Glass Bead Suncatchers
2025-07-21 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Monday, July 21
(Teen Programming)
Teens are invited to stop by North Pocono Public Library and pick up a craft project to make at home. Craft kits will be available all week while supplies last.
No registration is required.

Breakfast Book Club
2025-07-21 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, July 21 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 June’s selection — The Exiles by Christina Baker Kline.
No registration is required.

Toddlers on the Move
2025-07-21 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children.
For children ages 1 to 3. Families and siblings welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Meet & Greet @ Carbondale Public Library
2025-07-21 12:00 - 13:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Join us at the Carbondale Public Library and take a tour of the new Lackawanna County Library System’s Bookmobile. This mobile library brings books and resources directly to communities throughout the county. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the vehicle’s features, browse the collection, and learn about the Bookmobile’s services.

Water Play
2025-07-21 12:00 - 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Cool off this summer at the library! Our sprinklers will be available outside every Monday.
Weather Permitting. Please call the Library or check our Facebook page for updates in the case of poor weather.
For families. All ages are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Safari Farm Petting Zoo
2025-07-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Safari Petting Zoo will bring a special animal for the children to see.
All ages. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Designers in Diapers
2025-07-21 14:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This summer’s theme is “Color Our World,” and you are never to young to help do that! Designers in Diapers is an art-based program for our youngest library littles. Each month we will make a different piece of art.
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Improv Games
2025-07-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Get ready for quick thinking, big laughs, and tons of fun! Join us for fun and engaging group-based activities that spark creativity. No scripts, no pressure—just pure playful energy and teamwork.
For ages 8-12.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Adult Coloring
2025-07-21 16:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Mondays during SummerQuest from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Stop by North Pocono Public Library and color your stress away every Monday during SummerQuest! Join us for a relaxing coloring session for adults where you can enjoy coloring intricate designs while socializing with others or enjoying your solitude. We’ll supply the coloring pages, paper, and utensils, you supply the creativity.
No registration is required.

Festival of Stories Trivia Review-Grades 4-5
2025-07-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Festival of Stories is coming August 1st! Kids participating in the trivia contest can review the books, meet with your team, and prepare for the competition. Today’s review will be for kids entering grades 4-5 and we’ll discuss both books that will be used in the competition. This review session will be repeated on Tuesday July 29, again from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Please register. Questions? Email nburke@albright.org. *Kids entering grades 6-8 will meet from 6:00 to 7:00 PM today and on July 29 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2025-07-21 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
We know that Kindergarten is a big adjustment for everyone in the family! Join us for this six-week series, where children will practice activities they will need to know in Kindergarten, like sitting politely for circle time, imaginative play activities, and daily school routines all in a fun, welcoming setting! All activities will be centered around a theme that is aligned with the PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills.
For children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2025.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Festival of Stories Trivia Review-Grades 6-8
2025-07-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
The Festival of Stories is coming August 1st! Kids participating in the trivia contest can review the books, meet with your team, and prepare for the competition. Today’s review will be for kids entering grades 6-8 and we’ll discuss both books that will be used in the competition. This review session will be repeated on Tuesday July 29, again from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. Please register. Questions? Email nburke@albright.org. *Kids entering grades 4-5 will meet from 5:00 to 6:00 PM today and on July 29 from 5:00 to6:00 PM.

Paws To Read
2025-07-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Do you like dogs? How about reading? Well, we have a program just for you! Join us on the third Monday of the month to meet our therapy dogs and read them your favorite story. Registration is suggested and can be done by visiting or calling the library at 570-562-1234. Ages 4 and up.

Maker Monday
2025-07-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us on either Maker Monday for a creative crafting session! During this class you’ll learn how to decorate a canvas wall hanging with felt flowers.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-07-22 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-07-22 13:00 - 13:30 | 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.

Teen Tech Tutors
2025-07-22 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
Session 3 with our Teen Tech Tutors is Tuesday, July 22, from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Registration is necessary to hold your spot.

Note: you may experience a small wait since tech issues vary from quick fixes to deeper instruction.

Contact jdetter@albright.org with questions.

Kids Dig It
2025-07-22 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesdays during SummerQuest at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join us in North Pocono Public Library’s community room for stories and songs, followed by hands-on fun with community gardeners from The Garden Project.
Registration is required.

Little Builders' Party
2025-07-22 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more!
Join us for the Little Builder’s Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session.
For children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Library Lunch Day - Stories and snacks with your favorite stuffie!
2025-07-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Bring your favorite stuffed friend and join us for a special storytime and lunch with a guest reader from The Wright Center for Community Health. Each child will get to pick out a backpack to help them get ready for school. Space is limited. Contact the library at 570-562-1234 to register.

Lego League
2025-07-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Stop by the library for afternoon LEGO adventures with the library’s collection of LEGO bricks!
Bring your imagination!

LEGO Crazy
2025-07-22 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind!
For kids ages 4 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Make Your Mark: DIY Paint Palettes
2025-07-22 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
🎨 Ages 12 and up
Get ready to sculpt, shape, and express your creative side in this hands-on pottery workshop just for teens! Participants will design and create their own ceramic paint palettes, just like the one pictured, complete with built-in wells and a brush holder. Whether you’re an artist or just love working with your hands, this is your chance to make something both beautiful and functional.
We’ll guide you through the process of forming, texturing, and finishing your piece—no experience necessary! All materials will be provided.
📌 Registration required – space is limited!
Any questions please email Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Tech Table
2025-07-22 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

Cruise into Kindergarten
2025-07-22 17:30 - 18:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Cruise into Kindergarten is an interactive story time which features stories, music, creative play and exploration and supports School Readiness. Registration is required.
