Lackawanna County Library System

Lovebirds at the Library!
2025-02-13 09:00 - 2025-02-15 17:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
All Day from Thursday, February 13 to Saturday, February 15
(Adult Programming)
Love is in the library! Book a Valentine’s date at North Pocono Public Library and leave the stress of planning to us. Our expert staff have curated a kit perfect for lovebirds — including Valentine’s Day snacks, sparkling juice, activity itinerary, and a small gift from the library. This event is perfect for friends and couples alike! Pick up your kit any time during the event run for your date night in the stacks.
One registration is required per party by Monday, February 10.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 2
2025-02-12 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 in grades K-4.
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 as a guest.

Birdhouse Decorating
2025-02-12 18:00 - 19:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Wednesday, February 12 at 6:00 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Birds of a feather read together! Stop by North Pocono Public Library and receive a plain, wooden birdhouse to paint, mod podge, color, and decorate however you choose.
Registration is required.

Tail Waggin' Tutors Session 1
2025-02-12 18:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States

Danger Club: Cocoa Concoction
2025-02-12 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Ms. Meghan to concoct and enjoy a most delicious and decadent hot cocoa surprise! Measure, pour, and stir up something tasty with good friends.
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

Chinese New Year Celebration
2025-02-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Celebrate Chinese/Lunar New Year 2025 on the Lantern Festival! Family friendly event with a themed story for kids, followed by a craft and a brief talk on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Q & A to follow with Jennie Petrone, MS, LOM, LAT from W. E. Integrate Health LLC. Adult must be present with child for this one hour event. No registration required. Xiecie! (Thank You!).

Movie: Juror #2
2025-02-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Juror #2 (Wednesday, February 12th): Family man Justin Kemp 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 wrong killer. Directed by Clint Eastwood. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 54 min.

Terrific Tales
2025-02-12 11:00 - 11:30, 2025-02-12 10:00 - 10:30, 2025-02-12 08:00 - 17:00 | 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.

Teens and Money Management
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Certified Financial Coach, Kelly Flowers, returns to explore and discuss teen spending habits, budgeting, and money management.
By making small changes to one’s habits and mindset, students will learn how to better manage their money throughout high school and life.
The ultimate goal of this program is to help create a strong financial future.
For parents and students ages 16 and older.

Banned Book Club: A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
2025-02-11 18:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Meet Marlon Bundo, a lonely bunny who lives with his Grampa Mike Pence, the former Vice President of the United States. But on this Very Special Day, Marlon’s life is about to change forever … Join Ms. Meghan to find out what is so controversial about a book about a bunny.
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

The 5:30 Society
2025-02-11 17:30 - 18:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 11 at 5:30 P.M.
(Adult Programming)
Ease into the evening with a literary discussion with the 5:30 Society. The society will meet on the second Tuesday of each month in North Pocono Public Library’s living room. For their first installment, they will be reading The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller.
No registration required.

Seeds of Change: Herbs
2025-02-11 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Our Teen Garden Club is back in 2025 this February. Our resident gardener Kristin Armstrong will be teaching teens all about herbs at this class. We will also look at our schedule and goals for the upcoming year. This program is always excited to welcome new members and this is a great time to join.
Any questions please reach out to Mary at mgraham@albright.org

Art Explorers
2025-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Unleash your creativity!
Join us for a fun and inspiring art session where you’ll get to create your own masterpiece while exploring different artists and art techniques. This month we will learn about Chris Uphues and create our own hearts inspired by his fun and colorful hearts.
For ages 5-11.
Please register. Please add each child participating in the guest count.
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Reading Adventures Storytime
2025-02-11 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-02-11 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: Feathered Friends
2025-02-11 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, February 11 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for bird-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5.
No registration is required.

Exploring ASL for Adults
2025-02-10 18:30 - 19:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For adult parents and caregivers: learn basic ASL signs appropriate for families. Please give a 6 week commitment. Please note: this is not an academic class and no certificate will be earned. Registration is required; you only need to register once for the series of classes.

Book Tasting
2025-02-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Henkelman Room, 500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
You are cordially invited to attend the Scranton Public Library’s first ever Book Tasting. Enjoy sampling different “flavors” of literary works in Biography, Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Mystery, Romance, and Science Fiction. Expand your palate and dabble in genres you never imagined exploring, then check out some of the books featured during the event. Light refreshments will be provided.

Read to Dogs
2025-02-10 17:45 - 18:45 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, February 10 at 5:45 P.M.
(Youth Programming)
Practice your reading skills with a certified therapy dog at the Library! For children in grades K-6.
No registration is required.

Teen Tinker Lab
2025-02-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Calling all creative minds and future engineers! Join us for Teen Tinker Lab on Monday, FEBRUARY 10, at 5:00 PM, where we’ll dive into the 2025 Rube Goldberg Machine Contest. This year’s challenge? Design a machine that can feed a pet in the most elaborate, over-the-top way possible!
This session is perfect for teens ages 10-15 who love to tinker, build, and think outside the box. We will begin working on our submission for the contest. At the last meeting it was decided we will pursue a Theme Park style setting for our pet.
For this event we will be Exploring Simple Machines: Pulleys, levers, wheels, and axles.
Snacks and supplies will be provided.

Wings & Whimsy: Bird Bowls
2025-02-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Let your creativity take flight! Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us for a fun and imaginative bird bowl decorating class. Each participant will receive a papier mache’ bowl to transform into a charming bird-inspired masterpiece using paint, markers, felt and more.
No prior design experience is needed-just bring your enthusiasm!
Space is limited so please register to secure your spot.

Breakfast Book Club
2025-02-10 10:00 - 11:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, February 10 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 February’s selection — The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride.
No registration is required.

Youth-Led Chess Club
2025-02-09 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!
February Schedule:
February 9th
February 23th
Any questions please e-mail Mary at MGraham@albright.org

Sundays with Friends: Robert Rogers Puppet Company
2025-02-09 14:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Robert Rogers will bring the story of Great Grandma Ruth and the Treasure of Adventure Island to the Library! His amazing puppets will take us to faraway places and thrill us with an incredible story.
This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library.
All ages are welcome.
Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509

Winter Princess Tea Party
2025-02-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Meet your favorite winter princesses, Anna & Elsa. Stories, songs, crafts, and refreshments!
Courtesy of the Julie Matylewicz Martin Fund.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.

Family Yoga
2025-02-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
This free class offers a special time for children ages 4-9 and their grown-ups to connect and develop life-long skills of strength, coordination, and confidence through yoga poses, games, stories, and music.
There is no charge for this class but registration holds your space. Classes start on time and allows for a brief restroom and water break.
Instructor: Kerri from Kerri Berri Kids Yoga
Courtesy of the Julie Matylevicz Martin Fund.
A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Health Literacy.

Build a Kestrel Box
2025-02-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Help us protect the American Kestrel and local songbirds. Join us for a hands-on event where we’ll be building nesting boxes and songbird boxes in partnership with WM/Alliance Landfill. A limited number of kits are available, so be sure to register to reserve your spot! Let’s work together to support local wildlife and make a difference. Contact the library at 570-562-1234 to register. Program is intended for adult participants.

Wicked Movie Screening
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Our Wicked movie screening is free and open to all ages—bring the whole family for a wickedly good time! Light snacks will be provided. Registration is required so be sure to sign up early to reserve your spot!
