The Library will close on Wednesday, July 24 to begin renovations that will help make the branch more accessible and energy efficient. During the closure, programs will be held at other Scranton Public Library locations or at local community centers. Patrons are encouraged to transfer their holds for pickup at any other Lackawanna County Library […]
Do you have family or local history stories to tell, but you're not sure where to start? Bring your story to life! Sit in with our panel of local authors and memoirists as they discuss methods of historical research and crafting a narrative, and listen to their words for inspiration.
Join us for a creative journey where you can bring your stories to life! Over four weeks, participants aged 10-14 will partner up to create their very own "Choose Your Own Adventure" book. Whether you're passionate about writing or have a knack for drawing, this program is perfect for developing your skills. By the end […]
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Work on skills using a combination of music, movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
Join us for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control. If you are interested in taking charge of your well-being, then this workshop is right for you. […]
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.
Adults are invited to join in an enthusiastic group of Bridge players which plays on Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.-NOON. Don't worry if you're just learning; our players love to teach and encourage others by sharing tips. No registration is required to attend. For more information, contact the Library at 570-563-2014.
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.
Join us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at Albright Memorial Library. This week’s feature is “Back in Black,” Singer Amy Winehouse's tumultuous relationship with Blake Fielder-Civil inspires her to write and record the groundbreaking album "Back to Black." Registration is optional, but to secure adequate seating, you can register below. […]
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
Wednesday, October 2 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 is required.
All Day on Thursday, October 3 (Youth Programming) Drop-in and pick up a craft kit to make a jack-o'-lantern magnet at home! For all ages. Available while supplies last.
Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first and third Thursdays of the month. We' enjoy stories, songs, signing, crafts, and of course bubbles. The school is located at 537 Venard Road, South Abington Township, PA 18411. Recommended for ages birth-5; siblings welcome. Please register.
Thursday, October 3 at 4:00 P.M. (Youth Programming) Grab a friend and stop by the library to make homemade bouncy balls. For ages 12-17. Registration requested, but walk-ins welcome!
Stampers, papercrafters and scrapbookers - bring your current stamping or paper crafting projects and craft informally with other paper crafters. For adults. Registration required. Register below.
Baby signing for you and baby. Beginning signing class for babies and young children and their parents and caregivers. In partnership with The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. Please register.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and of course bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Stories, movement songs, crafts and free play. Ages 2-6. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
All Day on Saturday, October 5 (Adult Programming) Stop by the library for a free seasonal treat! Patrons can pick up a pumpkin spice blend and recipe packet while supplies last.
Working on a knitting project but ran into a problem? Bonnie Strohl is here to help! Visit our "Drop in Knitting Clinic" the first Saturday of each month, beginning in September, from 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. for some trouble shooting and assistance. Clinic dates are: September 7th, October 5th, November 2nd, & December 7th and located […]
Saturday, October 5 from 9:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Meet up with fellow dinosaur enthusiasts and community member, Emily Parfitt, as she leads a monthly program teaching you a new species of dinosaur each time! Children of all ages welcome to attend. No registration is required.
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 […]
Get a DIY craft kit for home at the Albright Memorial Library! This month, get into the spooky spirit by making a tiny potion bottle charm that can be used as a keychain or jewelry. The kits come with all the necessary materials, step-by-step instructions, and a link to our tutorial video. Each kit includes […]
Monday, October 7 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Meet other local homeschool families and enjoy hands-on fun at North Pocono Public Library. Learn about fire safety with firefighters from the Covington Independent Fire Company. All ages are welcome to attend. Registration is Required.
Join us for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control. If you are interested in taking charge of your well-being, then this workshop is right for you. […]
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.
Adults are invited to join in an enthusiastic group of Bridge players which plays on Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.-NOON. Don't worry if you're just learning; our players love to teach and encourage others by sharing tips. No registration is required to attend. For more information, contact the Library at 570-563-2014.
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
Each story time features stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with either Cal or Newbery! Story Times are developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. All ages are welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
*New Date and Time!* Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun!This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.For children up to 24 months and their caregivers.
Young people participating in these activities will be improving their acrobatics through participating in various intelligence-stimulating games. Young adults, ages 12-14 are welcome to join the fun! Acrobatics meets Thursdays at 5P.M. Contact the library for more details (570-563-2014).
Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening making your own pottery Leaf Dish! We will use hand building techniques to mold the dish and then will move to the creative process of painting, carving and/or decorating your piece. At the end of the night pieces will be taken to the studio to get […]
Baby signing for you and baby. Beginning signing class for babies and young children and their parents and caregivers. In partnership with The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. Please register.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and of course bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
Thursday, October 10 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Friday, October 11 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Saturday, October 12 from 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Media and bargain lovers alike, mark your calendars! From October 10 to October 12, our community room will transform into the admission-free Friends of North Pocono Public Library's Annual […]
Stop by the Library to work on your current crafting holiday projects without the distractions of home and share time with other crafters and sewers. For adults.
Join us every 2nd Saturday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at Albright Memorial Library. This week’s feature is “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Based on David Grann's broadly lauded best-selling book, "Killers of the Flower Moon" is set in 1920s Oklahoma and depicts the serial murder of members of the oil-wealthy Osage […]
All Day on Monday, October 14 North Pocono Public Library will be closed on Monday, October 14 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Work on skills using a combination of music, movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
Join us for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control. If you are interested in taking charge of your well-being, then this workshop is right for you. […]
Adults are invited to join in an enthusiastic group of Bridge players which plays on Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.-NOON. Don't worry if you're just learning; our players love to teach and encourage others by sharing tips. No registration is required to attend. For more information, contact the Library at 570-563-2014.
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.
Tuesday, October 15 at 10:30 AM (Youth Programming) Bring a stuffed animal and join Miss Elizabeth for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required.
Join us for some free play time for you and your child with our large selection of blocks and toys. Recommended for ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.
Children & Families 2 years and up are invited to create their own masterpieces or use some ideas from our activity cards. Play Dough & Materials provided for this after school activity.
Come join Ms. Meghan to make three kinds of slime and discover how they compare to one another. 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
*New Date and Time!* Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun!This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.For children up to 24 months and their caregivers.
Young people participating in these activities will be improving their acrobatics through participating in various intelligence-stimulating games. Young adults, ages 12-14 are welcome to join the fun! Acrobatics meets Thursdays at 5P.M. Contact the library for more details (570-563-2014).
Are you using or thinking of using an insulin pump to manage your diabetes? Talk with diabetics who know. Join insulin pump users with/without a sensor in a group setting to share and talk about your experiences. The group is open to children, parents, and senior citizens who are presently using a pump or are […]
Join us for Halloween themed stories and signs. In partnership with the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and our Adult ASL students. Recommended for ages birth-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
Fridays at 10:00 AM (Children's Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth for songs, rhymes, and stories. This program is recommended 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 to attend.
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Stories, movement songs, crafts and free play. Ages 2-6. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
This special Saturday story time will incorporate sensory experiences, a quiet environment, and a specific, consistent routine of hands-on learning activities. For children of all ages and abilities. Stories intended for preschoolers. Registration limited to 7 families per session. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA […]
Saturday, October 19 at 12:30 P.M. (Youth Programming) Join us for pumpkin painting sponsored by the Wright Center! All supplies will be provided as well as hot dogs, chips, and water for the children. Children of all ages welcome. Registration is required.
Meet, touch, hold, and experience many different kinds of animals! Kids of all ages are invited to the Library to learn more about alligators, snakes, scorpions, and more during this interactive event with P.T. Reptiles. This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library. All ages are welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 […]
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 […]
Share a photo with us, and we'll print and mat your images for display! Do you love taking photographs? If so, this is the program for you! Send us your best FALL photos from all over Northeast Pennsylvania and we will display them from November 14th-November 17th at the Albright Memorial Library. Please send us […]
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Work on skills using a combination of music, movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
Monday, October 21 at 10:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Start your morning right with our Breakfast Book Club! Gather with us in the community room for a discussion of October's selection — The Strange in the Lifeboat by Mitch Albom.
Join us for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control. If you are interested in taking charge of your well-being, then this workshop is right for you. […]
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.
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.
Adults are invited to join in an enthusiastic group of Bridge players which plays on Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.-NOON. Don't worry if you're just learning; our players love to teach and encourage others by sharing tips. No registration is required to attend. For more information, contact the Library at 570-563-2014.
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
Each story time features stories, songs, finger plays, a craft, and a puppet show with either Cal or Newbery! Story Times are developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. All ages are welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
Join us for a five-week program for toddlers and their parents and caregivers. The workshops are fun and play-based providing an environment rich with toys, books and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on various aspects of child development, parenting, and early literacy. […]
Young people participating in these activities will be improving their acrobatics through participating in various intelligence-stimulating games. Young adults, ages 12-14 are welcome to join the fun! Acrobatics meets Thursdays at 5P.M. Contact the library for more details (570-563-2014).
Think you know your Elvis (Presley and Costello), your Carpenters, your Rolling Stones, your James Taylor? Join us for an evening of trivia (songs, albums, musicians). Form a team of 4-5 people and register your group. Winning teams get prizes. If you are not part of a complete team, don't worry. You can sign up, […]
Baby signing for you and baby. Beginning signing class for babies and young children and their parents and caregivers. In partnership with The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. Please register.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
Saturday, October 26 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Drop off unused or expired medication, including pet medication, for safe disposal at the library. We will not accept liquids, needles, or inhalers.
Join the Keystone State Literacy Association for a roaring good time. Enjoy captivating dinosaur-themed tales that will spark imaginations and bring the world of dinosaurs to life, and finish the storytime with a dinosaur craft. A Family Event Geared towards preschool to grade 2.
Saturday, October 26 at 10:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Join Amy Lukeski, owner of Namastay Awhile Yoga + Wellness Studio, for a slow flow vinyasa style class at North Pocono Public Library. Vinyasa alone is characterized by stringing together postures to move seamlessly from one pose to another while focusing on the breath. The variable of […]
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. No registration required. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
While we renovate, join the Nancy Kay Holmes Library at the Greater Scranton YMCA. Work on skills using a combination of music, movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3. Call 570-207-0764 to register. Location: YMCA 706 N. Blakely Street, Dunmore, PA 18512
Monday, October 28 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Meet other homeschool families and participate in hands-on, educational fun at North Pocono Public Library. This event will be led by community member, April Smith. All ages are welcome to attend. Registration is Required.
Join us for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control. If you are interested in taking charge of your well-being, then this workshop is right for you. […]
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.
Stop and see what this amiable bunch of quilters and sewers is up to. Get involved in one of their many charitable endeavors or learn something new. Intermediate members welcome. No registration required.
Adults are invited to join in an enthusiastic group of Bridge players which plays on Tuesdays, 10:00 A.M.-NOON. Don't worry if you're just learning; our players love to teach and encourage others by sharing tips. No registration is required to attend. For more information, contact the Library at 570-563-2014.
Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
The Creative Writing and Memoir Group will meet and write together, sharing their work. Students are encouraged to bring something they have written to read. Check us out and see if this class is for you.
Join Cal and Newbery for a special Halloween-themed story time! Come in costume for a parade throughout the 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
Halloween favorites showing all day in our Teen Reading Area. Family & Kid-Friendly
All Day on Thursday, October 31 (Youth Programming) Don't forget the library when you make your trick-or-treat rounds! We will be giving out non-edible treats all day; all ages welcome. Costumes are encouraged, but not required.
Join us for a five-week program for toddlers and their parents and caregivers. The workshops are fun and play-based providing an environment rich with toys, books and art activities and an opportunity for families to spend time together, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on various aspects of child development, parenting, and early literacy. […]
*New Date and Time!* Bounce on over to the library for some baby fun!This program is designed to help foster early literacy, social development, and parent-child bonding through songs, rhymes, and board books.For children up to 24 months and their caregivers.
All Day on Friday, November 1 (Youth Programming) Drop-in and pick up a craft kit to make a mobile at home! For all ages. Available while supplies last.
Baby signing for you and baby. Beginning signing class for babies and young children and their parents and caregivers. In partnership with The Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children. Please register.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
Working on a knitting project but ran into a problem? Bonnie Strohl is here to help! Visit our "Drop in Knitting Clinic" the first Saturday of each month, beginning in September, from 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. for some trouble shooting and assistance. Clinic dates are: September 7th, October 5th, November 2nd, & December 7th and located […]
Saturday, November 2 at 10:00 A.M. (Friends of the Library) The Friends of the North Pocono Public Library will be meeting in the community room for discussion.
This five-part series for families with children ages 0-3, is designed to help your little ones play, move, socialize, and use their imagination. Meet families, explore toys, make crafts, and talk with community professionals. Speech therapists, child behavior specialists, nutritionists, etc. will be on hand to answer your questions in this fun and informal setting. […]
