Lackawanna County Library System

Art with the Everhart @ North Pocono
2026-08-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Art with the Everhart at the North Pocono Public Library
Wednesday, August 5 at 11:00 AM
In this hands-on art and science program, participants explore fossils from the Everhart Museum’s teaching collection and create their own “Fossil Discovery Card.” Inspired by the SummerQuest theme “Unearth a Story,” children act as junior field scientists: observing specimens, creating clay fossil imprints, and documenting their discoveries through imaginative storytelling and art. Each participant leaves with a custom fossil artifact and a collectible-style discovery card.
For ages 7-10.
Registration required as space is limited.

Terrific Tales
2026-08-05 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-05 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! For ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.

South Abington Community Park
2026-08-05 10:30 - 11:30 | PA
This stop is open to all members of the community. 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.
Located: Northern Boulevard, S. Abington Twp.

Stories with Cal & Newbery
2026-08-05 10:30, 2026-08-04 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

Family Puzzle Night
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Come for a cozy night of puzzling at the library! We will have puzzles of various sizes and skill levels put out for families to work on together.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Knot Another Stitch
2026-08-04 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.

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Summer Fun Time
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Join Miss Mary to play games, get creative with arts and crafts, and participate in other fun activities. Registration is required, so visit or call the library at 570-562-1234 to sign up. Ages 5-12.

Cruise into Kindergarten
2026-08-04 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.
This program runs Tuesdays July 7, 14, and 21 and August 4, 11, and 18. Pre-registration is required.

Teen Crystal Soapmaking
2026-08-04 17:00 - 18:30 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Make your own soap inspired by geodes and crystals! You’ll make two soaps that you can take and use at home.
If the program is full, email Kyler at kepstein@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Toddlers on the Move
2026-08-04 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

Kids Dig It
2026-08-04 10:30 - 11:30 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Tuesday, August 4 at 10:30 A.M.
(Youth Programming)
Join members of The Garden Project for a story and hands-on fun in North Pocono Public Library’s community garden. Each program will start inside the Library’s community room. Recommended for ages 3-7.
Registration required.

Art in the Park @ McDade Park
2026-08-04 10:00 - 12:00 | PA
𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗞, a free, annual summer series offering children’s art activities, music and crafts. The program features workshops with local artists, face painting and entertainment from 10 a.m. to noon, with loads of family-friendly summer fun!
Visit the Bookmobile at McDade Park 1 Bald Mountain Rd, Scranton, PA 18507

Reading Adventures Storytime
2026-08-04 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.

Cruise Into Kindergarten
2026-08-03 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.
Intended for children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Adult Gaming Club
2026-08-03 17:30 - 19:30 | Albright Memorial Library, Technology Lab, 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join Our Gaming Club: A Gathering for All Players
Whether you’re a dedicated gamer or enjoy unwinding with video games after work, our club provides a welcoming space to connect with fellow adult gamers. Join us for an evening of Nintendo Switch gaming, featuring Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8, and other titles. Bring your own console and games, or use our equipment. Drop-ins are always welcome!
For adults 18+

Albright Memorial Library
500 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000

Art with the Everhart
2026-08-03 16:00 | Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library, 1032 Green Ridge St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join the Lackawanna County Library System and the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art for “Art with the Everhart” throughout the month of August. Children will have the chance to act as junior scientists as they observe specimens, create clay fossil imprints, and document their discoveries through imaginative storytelling and art.
For kids ages 7 through 10.
Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library
1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-207-0764

What a Drip!
2026-08-03 13:00 - 15:00 | North Pocono Public Library, 1315 Church St., Moscow, PA, 18444-9254, United States
Monday, August 3 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.
(Children’s Programming)
Visit North Pocono Public Library and learn about one of the founders of abstract expressionism, Jackson Pollock. Then…express yourself using Pollock’s style, dripping the paint! For ages 5-10.
Lone Goat Studio Art Expression Workshops promote exploration and self-expression, in addition to providing a deeper understanding of art.
Registration is required.

Make & Take Crafts for Kids
2026-08-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Taylor Community Library, 710 S Main St., Taylor, PA, 18517, United States
Kids of all ages are invited to make a craft here at the library to take home with them. We will have a new craft every Monday afternoon!

Digital Media Class
2026-08-03 13:00 - 14:00 | Valley Community Library, 739 River St., Peckville, PA, 18452, United States
Schedule a one-on-one class for technology help by calling the library at 570-489-1765.
Mondays and other days available.

Willowbrook Place
2026-08-03 12:45 - 13:45 | PA
This stop is open to residents 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.
Located: 150 Edella Road, Clarks Summit

Water Play
2026-08-03 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 splash pad and water toys will be available outside every Monday and every Saturday, weather permitting.
For families with children of all ages.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Bedford Tower Apartments
2026-08-03 11:30 - 12:30 | PA
This stop is open to residents 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.
Located: 400 Bedford Street, Clarks Summit

Play Dough Fossils
2026-08-03 11:30 - 12:00 | Carbondale Public Library, 5 North Main St., Carbondale, PA, 18407, United States
Enjoy the process of making our own playdough and using it to create fossils that we can dig for!

Beyond Messy Science
2026-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
Join us for a variety of hands-on science experiments, a special edition of Messy Science designed for ages 8-12.
For ages 8-12
If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.

Abington Kids Imagination Station
2026-08-03 10:00 - 11:00 | PA
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.

Art with the Everhart
2026-08-03 10:00 | Lackawanna County Children’s Library, 520 Vine St., Scranton, PA, 18509, United States
Join the Lackawanna County Library System and the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art for “Art with the Everhart” throughout the month of August. Children will have the chance to act as junior scientists as they observe specimens, create clay fossil imprints, and document their discoveries through imaginative storytelling and art.
For kids ages 7 through 10.
Lackawanna County Children’s Library
520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
570-348-3000 x 3015

Teen Take-and-Make: Goldfish Keychain
2026-08-03 09:00 - 20:00 | Abington Community Library, 1200 West Grove St., Clarks Summit, PA, 18411, United States
For teens ages 12-18
Get a kit with all the supplies you need to make your own goldfish pom pom keychain!
Register by July 27 to reserve your kit.
Please contact Kyler at kepstein@albright.org with any questions.

Clarks Summit Treasure House
2026-08-03 09:00 - 09:45 | PA
