Lackawanna County Library System

Pottery Workshop- Paint Palette Cheeseboard
2025-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening designing your own paint palette cheeseboard! Afterwards your piece will be taken to the studio for glazing and firing, transforming it into a beautiful keepsake to enjoy for years to come. $25 materials fee. For Adults. Registration required.

Cookbook Club
2025-07-02 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, July 2 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Try new recipes and enjoy them with friends!
This month, the cookbook we’re using to make delicious dishes is How to Grill Everything by Mark Bittman. Participants will peruse the book when they register in person at North Pocono Public Library’s circulation desk and select a recipe to make for our collective feast. No duplicate recipes! We will provide a copy of the recipe to take home. Please follow all food safety procedures when preparing your dish.
Registration is required in person.

School Readiness Storytime
2025-07-02 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Kindergarten teacher Chris Beck for a fun and engaging storytime with a sprinkle of learning!
Geared towards kids entering Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
2nd Graders are welcome.
Please register for each date you plan to attend.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

NKH Chess Club
2025-07-02 16:30 - 18:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Whether you want to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club!
For adults. Teens welcome with parent supervision.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Movie: Novocaine
2025-07-02 14:00 - 15:50 | 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 “Novocaine,” When the girl of his dreams is kidnapped, a man incapable of feeling physical pain turns his rare condition into an unexpected advantage in the fight to rescue her.

Read with the RailRiders
2025-07-02 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, July 2 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Come enjoy a story with CHAMP from the Scranton Wilkes-Barre RailRiders at North Pocono Public Library!
Registration is required.

Block Party
2025-07-02 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.

Knot Another Stitch
2025-07-01 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.

Summer Romance Book Club
2025-07-01 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, July 1 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Visit North Pocono Public Library’s Summer Romance Book Club — a “read what you wish” style book club where patrons can talk about their current reads. We will have a M.A.S.H.-style “who would you be in a romance novel” card, sweet and spicy snacks, a “try this at home” list of things book boyfriends do. Everyone who attends will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win 2 general admission tickets to Electric City Love Con.
No registration is required.

Summertime Funtime
2025-07-01 18:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary for gardening, crafts, games, and other fun activities. Ages 4 and up. Registration is required. Contact 570-562-1234.

Play-Doh Free Play
2025-07-01 15:30 - 17:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your imagination and stop by to show us what you can sculpt. Practice your creativity, arts, and just have fun.
For kids ages 3 and older.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Kids Dig It
2025-07-01 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.

From Our Kitchen to Yours
2025-06-30 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our ongoing series will feature our Director, Allyson Wind, who will instruct attendees in how to prepare Strawberry Jam using berries from Pallman’s Farm. This will be a cooking and tasting demo. Materials Fee- $3. For Adults. Registration is required. If registration is full e-mail MRichardson@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

The Ridiculous Nicholas Show
2025-06-30 17:00 - 17:45 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Kick off SummerQuest with Ridiculous Nicholas!
Get ready for a joke-packed, interactive family comedy show that includes some of the most RIDICULOUS stunts, and tricks you’ve ever witnessed!
For all ages.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Abington Community Library.

Drop-by Knitting Instruction
2025-06-30 16:00 - 17:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bonnie is available to help you learn how to knit or just brush up on your skills.
How to register:

In Person
Online
Call 570-207-0764

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Monday Movie Matinee
2025-06-30 13:30 - 15:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
“Juror #2”
“Juror #2” follows family man Justin Kemp (Nicholas Hoult) who, while serving as a juror in a high profile murder trial, finds himself struggling with a serious moral dilemma… one he could use to sway the jury verdict and potentially convict–or free–the accused killer. Direct by Clint Eastwood. Registration is requested.

Ridiculous Nicholas
2025-06-30 13:30 - 14:30 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
An interactive family comedy show filled with ridiculous stunts and tricks.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic and Social Literacy.

Protein Bowls
2025-06-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Judy Detter on Monday, June 30th at 11:00 A.M. for “Protein Bowls”, mixing vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds to create a satisfying and healthy meal. (note: for those with food allergies or food sensitivities, nuts, soy, and dairy will be used)
This is an educational and tasting class for ages 18 and older. There is a $3 materials fee.
Email jdetter@albright.org with any questions

Rainbow Science
2025-06-30 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, June 30 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Celebrate the beginning of SummerQuest with fun, colorful science experiments. This program is recommended for ages 5+.
Registration is required.

Toddlers on the Move
2025-06-30 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.
Ages 1-3
How to register:

Online
Call 570-207-0764
In Person

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Sit & Stitch
2025-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, June 28 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us for North Pocono Public Library’s monthly yarn and string craft circle! All crafters, from knitting to crocheting to embroidery, are welcome to join for all or part of the meeting to work on their current projects and socialize with fellow creators.

Book Bingo with the Friends of North Pocono Public Library
2025-06-28 14:00 - 15:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, June 28 at 2:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join the Friends of North Pocono Public Library for Bingo at the library! This month, everything from the bingo cards to the prizes is inspired by books. Eat snacks, win prizes, and indulge in some competition with community while supporting our Friends group. We ask that you make a minimum donation of $10 to the Friends of North Pocono Public Library for entry.
Registration is required. Minimum $10 entry fee.

What R U Reading? An Alternative Book Club
2025-06-28 12:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Looking to talk about books but don’t want to be confined to one specific title? Then come to our alternative book club where everyone talks about their favorite book, a classic or just that book they read recently.
Adults
How to Register:

Stop by
Call 570-207-0764
Online

Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Foam Party
2025-06-27 12:00 - 14:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Kids can celebrate the start of Summer Quest with a party at the YMCA Park in Carbondale featuring That Foam Party Guy! There will also be opportunities to sign up for library cards and Summer Reading programs. Registration is appreciated.
A PA Forward initiative promoting Basic Literacy.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2025-06-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-27 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! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.

Golden Girls Trivia Night
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Bring your friends, pals, and confidants! Form a team of 4 -5 people and register your group. Prizes will be given to the winning team!

Teen Anime Club
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Create pixel-art designs using plastic beads, boards, and an iron. We will provide templates of Sanrio characters and figures, including those from Kuromi’s Pretty Journey. All materials will be provided.

Family Movie Night: Dog Man
2025-06-26 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Is he a dog? Is he a man? Join us for a free special screening of “Dog Man” to find out!
For families.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Bean Boho Vibes
2025-06-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fun and colorful afternoon of crafting at our Bean Boho Vibes, where we’ll be creating vibrant animal portraits entirely out of beans! This hands-on program is perfect for teens who love to get creative and try new materials in unexpected ways.
Using dried beans, glue, and a bit of imagination, participants will design their own mosaic-style animal artwork. Whether you want to recreate your favorite zoo animal or dream up a wild creature of your own, we’ll provide the supplies and inspiration. Expect plenty of color, texture, and laughs as we explore this unique art form.
No experience is necessary—just come ready to create! All materials will be provided.
🗓️ Date: Thursday, June 26🕒 Time: 5:00 P.M.🎯 Ages: 12 and up
