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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 […]
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Monday, February 24 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 all about owls! Registration is required.
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Join the Carbondale Public Library’s Garden Club for an informative session on bird counts - why they are important and what you can do to help. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to make your own suet feeder! Registration is required. To register, please call the Carbondale Public Library. A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic […]
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Get ready for a colorful, hands-on program where you can create your very own yarn landscape! Whether you’re inspired by the beauty of nature or want to recreate a famous painting, this program is all about using yarn to bring your imagination to life. For ages 8-12. Please count each child participating in the guest […]
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Join us for a special story time where kids will get the chance to meet the Tooth Fairy! She will help us learn how to care for our teeth and keep them healthy and strong. All ages are welcome. Story times are developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to […]
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Tuesday, February 25 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for soup-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required.
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Transform a wooden birdhouse with a variety of decorations with Gerri from the Wright Center. Registration is Required. |
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Here (Wednesday, February 26th): An odyssey through time and memory, centered around a place in New England where—from wilderness, and then, later, from a home—love, loss, struggle, hope and legacy play out between couples and families over generations. Rated PG-13; 1 hr., 44 min.
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Design, create and build with LEGOs and friends! All materials will be provided. For ages 5-11. Please register. Please register. If program is full please email Miss Leigh-Ann at lpuchalski@albright.org to be added to the waitlist.
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Come join us in discussing this month's book selection. Stop by the library to borrow a copy of this month's selection today. March: Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter April: One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509 |
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Thursday, February 18 from 2:00 to 6:00 P.M. (Youth Programming) Boost your mood and color at the library! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided. All ages welcome. No registration is required.
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We will have a guest instructor who will teach attendees how to make origami lucky stars. While crafting, we will watch the anime series Horimiya.
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, and stories. For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, and stories. For ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Celebrate the end of the Birds of a Feather Read Together Winter Challenge with an exciting Angry Birds-themed finale, complete with fun games and creative crafts! Drop in between 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Family Event: Geared towards ages 3-10, but kids/teens ages 2 and up are welcome to join us. Please register. Please count each […]
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Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Looking for ways to give back to your community? The Friends of North Pocono Public Library welcome longtime library lovers and new supporters alike to their monthly meeting. Connect, share ideas, and help plan exciting events for the library like North Pocono's annual Book Sale, raffle baskets […] |
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Sunday, March 2 from 12:00 P.M to 4:00 P.M. (North Pocono Public Library Fundraiser) Join us for a day of excitement, fun, and fundraising at North Pocono Rotary’s Mini Golf Classic at North Pocono Public Library! Indulge in some friendly competition and navigate through the shelves and uniquely themed obstacles. Each hole is a new […]
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Join us for our series delving into William Shakespeare’s works. We will be showing a production of one of Shakespeare’s works monthly. The March selection is Julius Caesar (2019). For Adults.
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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.
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1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Searching for Skirmish friends or want to learn how to play tabletop skirmish war games for the first time? Visit North Pocono Public Library on the first and third Monday of each month to join our wargaming skirmish club! Battle enemies […]
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Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful watercolor piece utilizing florals. This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make vibrant and unique designs. Registration required. For teens ages 12-18. E-mail MGraham@albright.org with any questions.
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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.
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Tuesday, March 4 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for bubble-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required. 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.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Wednesday, March 5 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.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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All Day on Thursday, March 6 (Youth Programming) Drop-in and pick up a craft kit at North Pocono Public Library to make at home. This month, you can create a mobile to celebrate the return of spring. For children of all ages. Available while supplies last.
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Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first Thursday of the month. We'll 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. No signing experience required. Please register.
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Thursday, March 6 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Join us for Good Luck Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In March, all of our prizes will be good luck charms!
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Will It Waffle?
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Will It Waffle?
Get ready for a tasty, fun, and slightly scrumptious challenge! Join us for "Will It Waffle?" – a hands-on event where teens will test out a variety of foods to see if they can be transformed into crispy, waffle-iron goodness! From traditional ingredients to creative combinations, you’ll experiment with waffles like never before. 🍽 Will […]
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*This event is now full. Please contact the Children's Library at (570)348-3000, ext. 3015 to be added to the waitlist.* Join an exciting dinosaur adventure with Paleontologists Mike and Roberta Straka! They will teach us about the fossils of herbivores and carnivores, and we will meet Elvis the Albertosaurus as part of their mini museum. […] |
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Teen Tinker Lab
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Teen Tinker Lab
Calling all creative minds and future engineers! Join us for Teen Tinker Lab on Monday, March 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, […]
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Monday, March 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. Join Miss Jenna for the Library’s newest book club, Story Explorers! This club is intended for our youngest readers as they begin their exploration into the world of reading! Each month we will read a book, have a themed activity and snack, and discuss the book’s literary elements, such as plot. This month, we will […] |
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Tuesday, March 11 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for socks and shoes-themed stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required. Do you enjoy cozy mysteries? Join us for our monthly book club, where we gather on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to discuss cozy mysteries (and occasionally, ones that are a bit more thrilling). It's the perfect chance to unwind with fellow mystery lovers! Members are also invited to share any knitting projects they’re working […]
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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. 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 […]
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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We are excited to have Barbara Cohen, a mind-body educator, who has been personally trained and certified by Dr. Deepak Chopra as the facilitator for our "Mindfulness Meditation" series! Wednesday, March 12th, 19th and 26th from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Practices will include guided meditation, gentle movement, and poetry. Space is limited. $5 materials […]
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Join us for an in depth webinar discussing Morningstar Investing Center. Morningstar Investing Center representative Emily Thoms will be showing us all that this resource does.
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Join Experience Pottery for a fun and creative evening making your own pottery with hand building techniques! We will use our hands to mold a functional piece of art, and then we will move to the creative process of painting, carving, and/or decorating your piece. At the end of the night, pieces will be taken […] Join us for our 1, 2, 3 Play With Me Parent/Child Workshop at Family Place! This 5-week program is designed for infants and toddlers, along with their parents or caregivers. It's a wonderful opportunity to bond with your little one in a fun, play-based environment, filled with toys, books, and creative weekly art activities. This […] |
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join us for our 1, 2, 3 Play With Me Parent/Child Workshop at Family Place! This 5-week program is designed for infants and toddlers, along with their parents or caregivers. It's a wonderful opportunity to bond with your little one in a fun, play-based environment, filled with toys, books, and creative weekly art activities. This […]
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join for a special free Saturday Movie Matinee of Gladiator II, the long-awaited sequel starring Pedro Pascal, Mark Mescal and Denzel Washington.
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Dive into the world of marine biology with our STEM Café Teen Trip to the Electric City Aquarium! This exciting hands-on experience will introduce teens to the fascinating careers in marine science, allowing them to get up close with a variety of reptiles and sea creatures. Participants will explore marine ecosystems, learn from aquarium experts, […]
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Children of all ages can stop by the library to search for rainbows around the Library. Registration is not required. Abington Community Library will be closed Monday, March 17 through Tuesday, March 18 due to building maintenance. The Library will reopen at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 19.
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Monday, March 17 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 March's selection — The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. No registration is required. Do you love reading and discussing thought-provoking non-fiction? Our book club is the perfect place for you! Our group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month, and we'd love for you to join the conversation. To learn more or to sign up, call the library at 570-562-1234. |
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Abington Community Library will be closed Monday, March 17 through Tuesday, March 18 due to building maintenance. The Library will reopen at 9:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 19.
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Tuesday, March 18 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) There is no story time today! Feel free to drop-in North Pocono Public Library's children’s area for a make and take craft instead.
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Craving a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional burgers? Join Margie from CEO Nutrition Education at the Taylor Community Library for a cooking demonstration that will show you how to make black bean burgers from scratch. Registration is required. Reserve your spot by calling 570-562-1234.
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Tuesday, March 18 at 4:00 P.M. (Adult Programming) Writers of all skill and experience levels are invited to gather with creatives alike to discuss and share their current projects and ideas, extend their support through helpful advice and constructive critique, and motivate each other through the writing process. This group will gather in North Pocono […] |
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All Day on Wednesday, March 19 (Youth Programming) Boost your mood and color at the library! All art materials and coloring pages will be provided. All ages welcome. No registration is required.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register. |
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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. […]
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Thursday, March 20 at 5:30 P.M. (Adult & Teen Programming) Do you like collecting mementos to cherish your memories? Need a stress-free, creative outlet? Join North Pocono Public Library's junk journaling club! We get together monthly at the library to chat, craft, and create junk journal spreads. We will have a few materials provided, but […]
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Celebrate the first day of spring with us. We’ll be watching Natsume's Book of Friends and creating Japanese herbariums in jars using dried flowers.
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join us for our next family movie night! We'll watch Zootopia and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.
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Saturday, March 22 at 11:00 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 […]
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Don’t be “choco-late” to hear cookie themed stories and participate in sweet activities featuring the five senses, math, sequencing, and more. Registration is required. The Girl Scouts of Troop 50843 from Mayfield will be here selling cookies from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy. |
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Monday, March 24 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Try q-tip painting to create colorful art inspired by the famous artist, Georges Seurat, at North Pocono Public Library. For homeschool families. Registration is required.
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Teen Tinker Lab
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Teen Tinker Lab
Calling all creative minds and future engineers! Join us for Teen Tinker Lab on Monday, March 24, 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, […]
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Tuesday, March 25 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required to attend.
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Get ready for a fun, hands-on pottery experience! In this workshop, kids will learn how to create their very own Tic Tac Toe game set using clay. They'll shape and mold unique forms for the X and O pieces, making each one truly special. It’s a perfect way to combine creativity and play – and […]
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Join our Teen Leadership Committee! Open to students ages 12-18, this group is perfect for those who want to make a difference in the Library and the community. We meet on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:30-5:30 PM to plan exciting events, prep fun crafts, and assist with fundraising efforts. Get involved, develop […] |
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join us every Wednesday at 2:00 PM for a free movie screening at the Albright Memorial Library. This week’s feature is “A Real Pain,” Mismatched cousins David and Benji reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple's old tensions resurface against the backdrop of […]
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Join us for a story time about celebrations with a guest appearance from our mascot, Cal! We will enjoy stories, songs, and an activity together. Developed with toddlers and preschoolers in mind. All Ages Stop by or call 570-207-0764 to register. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509 Toddlers will enjoy creating sound and music, while moving and dancing to their favorite songs, finger plays, and rhymes. Toddlers and siblings. All Ages Stop by or call 570-207-0764 to register. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509
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Drop in anytime during this time to participate in a craft or build something with us as we celebrate our newly renovated library. Ages 4+ Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509 |
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Join us for a fun and eco-friendly Milk Jug Bird Feeder Workshop in partnership with the Office of Environmental Sustainability! 🏡🐤 🌱 What’s Happening? Elementary-aged kids ages 5-10 will transform empty milk jugs or soda bottles into creative and functional bird feeders! Bring your own empty jug or bottle- we'll provide the additional supplies! This hands-on activity is a great […]
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Abington Community Library will be closed Sunday, March 30 for our BINGO fundraiser happening at Abington Heights High School
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Love VERA BRADLEY BAGS? This BINGO is for you! When: Sunday, March 30th, BINGO begins at 1:00P.M. (doors open at 12:00 P.M.) Where: Abington Heights High School cafeteria. Who: all ages Advance admission is $25, purchase at the Library, $30 day of at the door. Reserve a table for four....purchase in advance, $120. (Guaranteed table […] |
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Are you passionate about reading and discussing gripping fiction and mystery novels? If so, our book club may be the perfect place for you! We meet on the 4th Monday of the month. Interested in joining? Call the library at 570-562-1234 for more details and to sign up. Children are invited to the Library to turn a milk jug into a bird feeder! This event is sponsored by the Lackawanna County Office of Environmental Sustainability and is part of Lackawanna County Arts & Culture's "Shelter for All" project. For kids ages 5 through 10. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County […]
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Join us for this month’s “Cookbook Club.” Attendees will sign up in person at the Library to prepare a specific item from that month’s featured cookbook. Librarians will help you sign up and copy the recipe you choose. No duplication of dishes. This month’s Cookbook Club theme will be vegan Dishes. Browse our selection of […] |
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Tuesday, April 1 at 10:30 A.M. (Youth Programming) Join Miss Elizabeth at North Pocono Public Library for stories, songs, and a craft. Designed for ages 3-5. No registration is required to attend. We have LEGOs at the library so just stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind. Ages 4+ No Registration Required. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509
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Get ready to stretch, squish, and experiment! Join us each month for Slime Squad, a hands-on program where we’ll create a new type of slime—think glow-in-the-dark, color-changing, or even magnetic slime! Perfect for youth ages 10 and up, this program is all about creativity, science, and messy fun. All materials are provided, but registration is required to ensure enough […]
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Wednesday, April 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 required.
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Join Mrs. Burke for stories, songs, and rhymes! Recommended for ages 2-3; siblings welcome. Please register.
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All Day on Thursday, April 3 (Youth Programming) Drop-in and pick up a craft kit at North Pocono Public Library to make at home. This month we’re making Spring Wind Chimes. For children of all ages. Crafts will be available while supplies last.
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Join us at the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children on the first Thursday of the month. We'll 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. No signing experience required. Please register.
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Thursday, April 3 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Join us for Spring Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In April, all of our prizes will help you welcome spring! Registration is required.
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Storytime is designed to promote and enhance early literacy skills in your child. We incorporate stories, movement songs, crafts and free play in a way that encourages vocabulary development. Ages 2-6 How to register: Online Call 570-207-0764 In Person Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509
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Join Mrs. Burke for songs, rhymes, stories, and bubbles! Recommended for ages birth-2; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Browse through thousands of adult, teen, and children's books, audio-books, CDs and DVDs. Prices $.25 - $2.00. Credit cards accepted. If possible, please bring your own bags for your purchases. Proceeds benefit the library through the purchase of new materials, programs, and much more!
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Join Bonnie Strohl for this four week series and make a "Clapotis", a knitted scarf-shawl. Class will meet on Saturday April 5, 12, 26, & May 3 from 9:30-10:30 A.M. Space is limited. Register once for the entire series. This series is for individuals with basic knitting skills and experience. The instructor will provide a […]
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Our friends from the Junior League of Scranton will join us for a morning of culinary fun! Kids will learn about healthy snacks with stories and a hands-on cooking activity. Intended for ages 3 through 6. Siblings welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509 |
