Lackawanna County Library System

Conversational Italian Class
2026-09-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for our weekly class delving into beginner conversational Italian, grammar, vocabulary, and culture.

Toddler Time (Session #2)
2026-09-11 11:00 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Friday, September 11 at 11:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join us at North Pocono Public Library for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required.

Music and Rhyme Wiggle Time
2026-09-11 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-09-11 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.

Block Party
2026-09-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Build friendships while you build with blocks and other fun toys at the library! Play, experiment, and discover with building toys for little and big kids alike. For kids of all ages. Call the library at 570-562-1234 to register.

Storytime
2026-09-11 10:30 - 11:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Join our newest library staff member, Miss Amber, for our upcoming Storytimes! We will sing, play, and make friends together.
Ages 0-5. Registration is required, and registration is required.
Registration is required.

Storytime
2026-09-11 10:30 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development.
For kids ages 2 through 6. Families and siblings are welcome.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

Toddler Time (Session #1)
2026-09-11 10:00 - 10:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Friday, September 11 at 10:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Join us at North Pocono Public Library for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for ages 0-3, but siblings are always welcome. Please choose only one 30-minute session to attend as the programs are identical.
No registration is required.

Tri-Star Academy Blakely
2026-09-11 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Families Helping Families
2026-09-10 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.

Teen Creator Lab
2026-09-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Help create something new out of old craft supplies at Junk Journal Night! From washi tape to paper scraps, these supplies can be used to create a wonderful masterpiece in your journal! All materials will be provided, but teens are more than welcome to bring any additional supplies from home.
This program is for teens ages 12-18
Albright Memorial Library
Technology Lab
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Billy's Big Adventure
2026-09-10 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a special story time with author Richard Impriano Jr., who will read us his book, Billy’s Big Adventure! He will discuss the joys of hiking, appreciating nature, and the importance of being prepared for the outdoors. We will also get to enjoy a themed craft and snack!
Recommended for children ages 5-10.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Pottery Workshop
2026-09-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create and hand mold your own cheese board with expert guidance from Experience Pottery at the Valley Community Library on September 10 at 5:00 p.m. You will have the opportunity to decorate and paint your design with colorful glazes. At the end of the evening, pieces will be taken to be fired to become microwave, dishwasher, and food safe! Finished pieces will be delivered back to the library in a few weeks. There is a $25 cash/check or $27 credit card materials fee for each participant and payment is required at the time of registration. Registration must be done in person or over the phone.

Tech Table
2026-09-10 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

Teen Icee Slime
2026-09-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Make two types of slime using fake snow and instant snow!
Email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Crafternoon: Friendship Bracelets
2026-09-10 15:30 - 17:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, September 10 from 3:30 to 5:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Children and teens (ages 5+) are invited to drop in during event hours and make their own friendship bracelets at North Pocono Public Library! All materials will be provided. *THIS CRAFT WILL CONTAIN VERY SMALL BEADS/PIECES. NOT INTENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 5*
No registration is required.

Free Senior Tech Tutoring
2026-09-10 15:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Technology giving you trouble? We’re here to help! Our Tech tutors will be available to help answer your questions about cellphones, laptops, tablets, and more – just bring your device and your questions. Call 570-562-1234 to schedule your appointment. Sponsored by United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike Counties.

Adult Craft: Fall Leaf and Button Welcome Sign
2026-09-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Create a decorative welcome sign for your home.
Note: Please only sign up for one monthly craft session per person. We are trying to get as much people able to attend the craft as possible each month to make one craft each.
Registration opens the first Friday at 10:00 AM the month before, August 7 at 10:00 AM.

Lego Club
2026-09-10 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Spend an afternoon building with friends. Design your own creation, or we will give you a challenge! Work by yourself or as a team. Whether you are a Lego master or a first-timer, this is the program for you!
For ages 5-12.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Scrabble Group
2026-09-10 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.

Prescott Elementary
2026-09-10 12:30 - 13:45 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

Toddlers on the Move
2026-09-10 11:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Toddlers will enjoy creating sound and music while moving and dancing to their favorite songs, rhymes, and finger plays.
For children ages 1 through 3.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-09-10 10:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join us for a story time featuring stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with one of the Library’s mascots, Cal or Newbery!
For families with children of all ages. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Little Farmers
2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Thursday, September 10 at 10:00 A.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Preschool children (ages 3-6) are invited to learn about farms and farm animals in this fun and interactive program led by Kristin Armstrong of Lackawanna County 4-H at North Pocono Public Library.
Registration is required.

Library Play Dates
2026-09-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join us in a laid-back, welcoming space for littles to play and explore together! Each session will have a different play “theme.” For kids ages 6 months – 6 years (& siblings). Call the library at 570-562-1234 to register.

Neil Armstrong
2026-09-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

TCG Club
2026-09-10 08:00 - 16:00 | PA
Come play various trading card games with old and new friends! Bring your deck, play some games, and have some fun!

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2026-09-09 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 5-11.
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.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Grief Group
2026-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Grief is a universal experience, but also an individual one. Join a Bereavement Coordinator from Residential Hospice to navigate grief at the Valley Community Library. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, or any other type of grief, this group will be a safe place for you to navigate a difficult experience. Registration is required. This program will be held over a three-month block of bi-weekly sessions and include discussion and activities. The dates are below:
September 9 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: Introduction to Journaling. Journals provided).
September 16 at 2:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity Journaling continued)
October 7 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: Write a Letter to Your Loved One)
October 21 at 2:00 P.M.(Discussion & Activity: Colors and Emotions with Affirmations)
November 4 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: TBA)
November 18 at 2:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: TBA)

ATV Safety Presentation
2026-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | PA
Learn ATV safety and precautions with Kathryn Bommer from Geisinger Community Medical Center. Registration required.
