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 […]
Join us at the library for a wonderful play date opportunity for both moms and children ages three and under. Our Family Place Room will be reserved for moms and tots to use for parent-child socialization.
A group of knitters and crocheters who meet to create various items that will be donated to local charities.
Bored during Winter Break? Come break the ice with a Family Board Game afternoon at the Valley Community Library. All are welcome to explore our growing board game collection or bring a favorite game from home, make new friends, and play a variety of games. Join us on Monday, December 30th from 2:00 P.M. until 4:00 […]
The Valley Community Library is closing at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve.
Tuesday, December 31 North Pocono Public Library will be open 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. on Tuesday, December 31.
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.
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
All Scranton Public Library locations will be closed on January 1st to observe New Year's Day.
All Day on Wednesday, January 1 North Pocono Public Library will be closed all day on Wednesday, January 1 in observance of New Years Day.
All Day on Thursday, January 2 (Youth Programming) Drop-in and pick up a Snowman TIC TAC TOE craft kit for children of all ages from North Pocono Public Library to make at home. Available while supplies last.
Thursday, January 2 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) New year, new me! Join us for Something New Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In January, we’ll be competing for prizes that encourage you to try something new! Registration is required.
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word-nerds. For adults.
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.
Fridays at 11:00 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.
Saturday, January 4 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Is there something you really want in 2025? Something you want to do, somewhere you want to go, something you want to learn? Start your year with a simple craft to begin visualizing your goals and resolutions at North Pocono Public Library. We'll be taking plain votive […]
Monday, January 6 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.
A group of knitters and crocheters who meet to create various items that will be donated to local charities.
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.
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.
Wednesday, January 8 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.
Join our Writing Group which meets twice a month to share your pieces and work through any roadblocks you may be facing. Check us out and see if this group is for you.
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
Toddlers will enjoy creating sound and music, while moving and dancing to their favorite songs, finger plays, and rhymes. For children ages 1-3 and their caregivers. Siblings are welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word-nerds. For adults.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; 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.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
Looking for help on how to build a character in D&D 5E? Perhaps you want a second set of eyes to make sure your maxed out munchkin warlock is up to snuff? Either way, our DM in residence is here to help! Pull up a chair and bring your favorite dice as we get your […]
Saturday, January 11 at 1:00 P.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 […]
Create your own snowman decor. Registration is required. Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.
Just like grown-ups, kids can make magic and do amazing things! Join us for an interactive magic show with Ha-Ha Magic as they make us laugh and entertain us with exciting tricks. 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 […]
Monday, January 13 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 January's selection — The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan. No registration is required.
Kate Kollar kicks off our 2025 "comfort food series" with homemade cheese tortellini soup. This is a hands on pasta making class. Space is limited. Join us Monday, January 13 at 11 A.M. Open to ages 18+ $5 materials fee
A group of knitters and crocheters who meet to create various items that will be donated to local charities.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping. We will be using a combination of movement and one-on-one activities for parents and children. For children ages 1-3. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
All day on Friday, January 17 (Adult Programming) Tea lovers and bookworms alike are invited to Pop-up Tea Library, an indulging day of relaxation and literary adventures at North Pocono Public Library. Explore a world of flavors with our curated tea and snack selection, designed to complement your reading journey. Get cozy and bring your […]
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; 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.
We all love making slime. Here at the library, we have one of those rare people who enjoys cleaning up that slime! Use that to your advantage as we delve into the sticky world of slime! This program is geared towards children age 5 through 11, and we cannot take children younger than 4. Registration […]
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 […]
We all love making slime. Here at the library, we have one of those rare people who enjoys cleaning up that slime! Use that to your advantage as we delve into the sticky world of slime! This program is geared towards children age 5 through 11, and we cannot take children younger than 4. Registration […]
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
Join us for the return of our series delving into William Shakespeare's works. We will be showing a production of one of Shakespeare's works monthly. The January selection is The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021). This film is R rated and the program is for adults 18+.
All Scranton Public Library locations will be closed on January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
All Day on Monday, January 20 North Pocono Public Library will be closed all day on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
A group of knitters and crocheters who meet to create various items that will be donated to local charities.
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.
Join our Writing Group which meets twice a month to share your pieces and work through any roadblocks you may be facing. Check us out and see if this group is for you.
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 us for a special Little Story Artist event! We'll read a story about a Snowy Owl and then get creative by making your very own snowy owl art project. For ages 2-5. We will be offering two times, 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. Please count each child participating in the guest count. If program […]
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
When children build they are learning math, engineering, social skills and so much more! Join us for the Little Builder's Party! Children will use their imaginations to build amazing structures while practicing socialization and cooperation. Program area and toys are sanitized before and after each session. For children ages 3-8 and their caregivers. Siblings are […]
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; 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.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
NET Credit Union will visit to share tips on boosting your credit score and how to explore retirement savings strategies for the future!
Saturday, January 25 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Join Molly Giles of the PA Game Commission for a discussion about birdwatching at North Pocono Public Library. Discover tips on attracting birds to your yard, basic bird identification, and popular apps, websites, and resources to enhance your birding experience. Registration is required.
Did you know you can pick up ice with a piece of string, if you have one special ingredient? Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club to learn about the freezing point of water! Do not miss this program as it is sure to be cool! For kids in Pre-K through Grade […]
Monday, January 27 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 learn about Snowflake Bentley and make snowflake art using salt and watercolors. Intended for homeschooled children and their families. Registration is required.
A group of knitters and crocheters who meet to create various items that will be donated to local charities.
Get ready to roll, fill, and bake! 🥧 Join us for Pie-O-Rama, a hands-on pie-making class led by our amazing Teen Leadership Group. Middle school students will learn the basics of making a perfect pie, from crafting a flaky crust to creating delicious fillings. Whether you’re a baking beginner or a future pie pro, this […]
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.
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
Stretch your brain with an afternoon Scrabble match and join a friendly competition against fellow word-nerds. For adults.
Join The Wright Center at the library to create your own snow jar.
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.
Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
Breathe the Change Winter Meditation Pop-Up Join Donya Jackson, founder of Breathe & Prosper, for an hour of meditation, reflection, and relaxation. Enjoy the benefits of Whole Person Health in the Henkelman Room of the Scranton Public Library. Please bring a mat or a comfy blanket. Guided Meditation and Live Healing Music Saturdays, February 1, […]
Bring in your gently used puzzles (no missing pieces, please!) starting January 21 to the Valley Community Library to receive tickets for the Puzzle Swap on February 1 between 2:00-3:00 p.m. You may exchange each ticket for one puzzle. Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985
