Lackawanna County Library System

Movie: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
2024-12-04 14:00 - 15:45 (America/New_York) | 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 Albright Memorial Library.
This week’s feature is “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia’s life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife.
Registration is optional, but to secure adequate seating, you can register below.

Building Block Party
2024-12-04 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, December 4 at 10:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Build with blocks and meet new friends at North Pocono Public Library. Recommended for ages 1-5. No registration required.

Knot Another Stitch
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
If you have a passion for working with fiber and enjoy crocheting, knitting, cross-stitching, or embroidery, we welcome you to join our upcoming stitching group at the Albright Memorial Library. Feel free to bring your current projects and engage in friendly conversations with like-minded individuals.
You can attend without registering, but to secure a seat, please register below.

The Essential Speeches of the Cold War
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 3 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Local author and historian Dr. Sean Brennan will be at North Pocono Public Library to talk about his new book The Essential Speeches of the Cold War. Sean Brennan is an expert on the history of 20th century Europe, especially Russia, Germany, Austria, and the countries located between them. He is also a commentator and writer on global diplomacy and international relations, especially the Second World War and the Cold War and has published five books on the subject.
Registration is required.

Novel Thoughts: Animal Friends Edition
2024-12-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
This month’s Novel Thoughts book is a heartfelt animal friendship story about a troubled young boy who befriends a wayward coyote after a forest fire changes both of their lives. Come explore Wayward Creatures by Dayna Lorentz, and other great animal friendship stories with Ms. Meghan.
For kids in grades 4 through 6.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Pressed Flower Candles
2024-12-03 17:30 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Vanessa Leinert, Owner of Flora Meadow Farms, for a fun DIY floral candle to keep or give as a holiday gift!
Space is limited. There is a $5 materials fee.

Wreath Making for Teens
2024-12-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
We invite our teens to come and create a fresh evergreen holiday wreath to enjoy this holiday season. No materials fee and all materials will be provided. Registration is limited and required.

Preschool Stories: Gingerbread Men
2024-12-03 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, December 3 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for stories, songs, and a craft at North Pocono Public Library. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Book Sale: Friends of the Scranton Public Library
2024-12-03 10:00 - 18:30 | Marketplace @ Steamtown, 300 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA, 18503, United States
The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will host a Book Sale from September 10-14 at the Marketplace at Steamtown, in front of Crunch Fitness on the 2nd floor. Browse a selection of used books, CDs, DVDs, and more.
Don’t miss this opportunity to find great deals and support your local library. All proceeds will go towards funding library programs and services. We look forward to seeing you there!

Holiday Ornament Workshop
2024-12-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join Barbara H. as we make a Gnome Star Holiday Ornament. $6 materials fee and all supplies are included. Registration required. For Adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see a picture of the ornament.

Discovery Seekers
2024-12-02 16:00 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
A Math and Science Club
Dive into the world of math and science with engaging and interactive activities that make learning fun and exciting.
For Ages 5-10.
Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Holiday Ornaments with The Wright Center
2024-12-02 13:00 - 14:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, December 2 at 1:00 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Make unique fabric ornaments to help you decorate for the holidays with our friends from the Wright Center.
Registration is required.

NP Homeschoolers: Crafts & Cocoa
2024-12-02 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, December 2 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Meet other homeschool families and participate in hands-on, educational fun at North Pocono Public Library. This month we will enjoy hot chocolate and make holiday crafts!
Registration is required.

Take & Make Kits Craft Kits For Adults
2024-12-02 09:00 | Albright Memorial Library, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Get a DIY craft kit for home at the Albright Memorial Library and make a holiday angel ornament using cork toppers! The kits come with all the necessary materials, step-by-step instructions, and a link to our tutorial video. Each kit includes everything you need to create your ornament.
Kits will be available at the circulation desk starting December 2nd 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, kits, and instructions from past programs. Sign up here for the newsletter.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2024-12-01 14:30 - 16:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us every other Sunday from 2:30-4:30 PM for our Teen-Hosted Chess Club, where youth ages 7-16 can learn and enjoy the game of chess! Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, our knowledgeable teen hosts will provide instruction and tips to help you improve your skills. Chess boards and clocks will be available for use, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer. Enjoy some snacks while you play, and check out books from our collection to practice your skills between meetings. Come, make new friends, and discover the strategic fun of chess!
December Schedule:
1st
15th
29th
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Library CLOSED
2024-11-28 09:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29
North Pocono Public Library will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Terrific Tales
2024-11-27 11:00 - 11:30, 2024-11-27 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! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

Library CLOSING EARLY
2024-11-27 09:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
The library will be open from 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27.
North Pocono Public Library will be closing at 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, November 27 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2024-11-26 13:00 - 13:30, 2024-11-26 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: Thankful!
2024-11-26 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, November 26 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Glass Painting Fundraiser with Sharon McArdle
2024-11-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a fundraiser painting glass with Sharon McArdle. No formal instruction— just your creativity on your chosen glassware, with Sharon’s guidance. Attendees must provide their own items, like glasses, vases, and tiles for trivets. $10 donation to the Library. Paints and brushes provided. For Adults. Registration required.

NPPL Board Meeting
2024-11-25 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, November 25 at 6:oo P.M.
The Board of North Pocono Public Library will be meeting in the community room of the library. This meeting is open to the public.

Craft Swap
2024-11-25 17:00 - 19:00
The Craft Swap is back for two nights.
Bring an item, take an item! Bring your unused crafting supplies to share with fellow crafters.
Donations will be accepted at Albright Memorial Library from Nov. 12th until the end of the swap. In exchange, you will receive a Swap Ticket to use at the event to select from a variety of crafting items.

NP Homeschoolers: Harvest Hullabaloo
2024-11-25 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, November 25 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Meet other homeschool families and participate in hands-on, educational fun at North Pocono Public Library. This month we’ll have some Thanksgiving fun with a variety of stations including: placemat weaving, turkey snack bags, a scavenger hunt, edible place cards, and more!
Registration is required.

Sit & Stitch
2024-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, November 23 from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Join us for our 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.

The Curiosity Club: Cranberry Sauce Slime
2024-11-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club in November to make a special slime! Cranberry sauce may get overlooked by kids when it’s on the dinner table, but not this time!
For kids in Pre-K through Grade 3.
To register, please call 570-348-3000 x 3015.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Reindeer Pysanky Class
2024-11-23 12:00 - 15:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
$25 per person (includes all materials*)
Learn how to create a holiday themed Ukrainian pysanky egg ornament. This class is taught by Tammy Budnovitch.
Registration is required as space is limited.
*If you’ve taken the class before, please bring your kistka and beeswax.

Local Author: Charles Davis
2024-11-23 11:00 - 12:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Saturday, November 23 at 11:00 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Meet local author, Charles Davis, and enjoy a reading of his book The Adventures of Leo the Border Collie from PA: Leo Goes to New York. Come back Saturday, December 21 for a reading of The Adventures of Leo the Border Collie from PA: Leo Goes to Vermont.
No registration is required.
