Abington Community Library will be closed Sunday, March 30 for our BINGO fundraiser happening at Abington Heights High School
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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, PAÂ 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 |
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Get a DIY craft kit for home at the Albright Memorial Library to create your own beeswax wrap using a book-themed fabric! Each kit comes complete with all necessary materials and step-by-step instructions to make crafting a breeze. Kits will be available at the circulation desk starting April 7th and will be available while supplies […] Decorate a paper strip with patterns, doodles, your name, why you love the library, or whatever your heart desires. We will join them all together to make a chain of library love to celebrate National Library Week! April 7-11, 2025 - During Library Hours All Ages No Registration Required Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 […] Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping; using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3 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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Tuesday, April 8 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. Have you ever wondered what the library does with books that have been weeded from our collection? Celebrate National Library Week by creating your own book page pin wheel! For kids in Grades 2 through 6. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509 Join Instructor Mary Chache for a simple drawing class to learn some basics, as we are all "Drawn to the Library" for National Library Week! Ages 7-12 How to Register: In Person Call 570-207-0764 Online Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PA 18509
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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 special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four […]
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Join us for an afternoon with local author Jo Ann Walczak. Enjoy readings from her inspirational book, The Walk on Layton: 52 Modern Parables for Your Journey. Copies will be available for purchase.
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Celebrate 100 years since F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic The Great Gatsby was first published. At 3 P.M., learn how to make Art Deco inspired stained glass pictures. At 3:30 P.M. the Library will have a viewing of the 2013 film in our Community Room. Registration is required only for the Stained Glass Program. A […]
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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 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, PAÂ 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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Saturday, April 12 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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Join us for an exciting seed and bulb swap! Bring seeds, bulbs, rhizomes, or tubers to share with fellow gardeners and stay for an informative Q&A session with the PennState Extension Master Gardeners. Swap Details: Participants can bring up to five items to trade. Each item will earn a ticket for trading. Label seeds from […] Keystone State Literacy Association will present a dinosaur-themed reading event for families! For families with children of all ages. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509 |
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Join us as this Lewis Carroll literary classic is magically brought to life by Bright Star Touring Theatre! Join Alice on her journey down the rabbit hole into Wonderland where she will meet some eccentric and fantastical characters. This event is proudly sponsored by the Friends of the Scranton Public Library. All ages are welcome. […]
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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 April selection is The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021). This film is R rated and the program is for adults 18+.
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A 6 week pre-kindergarten experience designed to help children build school readiness skills in a fun and welcoming environment. Activities are designed around a theme aligned with PA Learning Standards and Kindergarten readiness skills such as sitting politely for circle time, taking turns, scissor practice and imaginative play activities. For ages 4-5. You only need […]
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Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping; using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3 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 Kate Kollar, LMT for " Hand Massage Basics". Using massage cream and essential oils, this "hands on" class will teach you how to massage and relax the muscles in your hands. For ages 18+
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Tuesday, April 15 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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Join us for a Dementia Friends Information Session to gain a deeper understanding of what it’s like to live with dementia and learn how you can make a difference. Attend in person at the library or watch from home. Contact 570-562-1234 to watch with us at the library. If you can’t join us, you can […]
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$30 per person. Includes Lunch. AJ’s Bar-n-Grill Viaduct Pavilion Permission Granted to Come Aboard for this fundraising event for the Carbondale Public Library. Tickets are available at the Library and will be sold until April 10th or until all seats are filled. |
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Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four […]
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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 "Moana 2" After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced.
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Whether you love Peeps or not, there is much to be learned from these strange marshmallow creations. See how they react in several different liquids, how cold and heat affect them, and how high we can stack them! For kids in grades 4 through 6. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's […] |
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We have a bunch of beautiful beads, so join us and make your very own beaded accessory! Ages 7-12 How to Register: In Person Call 570-207-0764 Online Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PAÂ 18509
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Are you looking to learn how to play chess or just want to enjoy the game and brush up on your skills, come join the NKH Chess Club! Adults How to register:Â Stop by, call 570-207-0764 or online. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PAÂ 18509
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Thursday, April 17 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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Abington Community Library will close at 5:00 P.M. to observe Good Friday. |
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Abington Community Library will be closed on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20 to observe Easter. Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a kid in Scranton a long time ago? A park ranger from Steamtown National Historic Site will share what life was like for children in Scranton in 1902 during the Industrial Revolution. Kids will look at historic photographs from their archives while learning local history. […] |
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The Albright Memorial Library and the Lackawanna County Children's Library will be closed today in observance of Easter. |
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Monday, April 21 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 April's selection — The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. No registration is required. Join us as we work on skills such as balancing, throwing, kicking, and jumping; using a combination of music, movement, and one-on-one activities for parents and children. Ages 1-3 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 us for a special screening of "A Complete Unknown" – a fascinating film that delves into the life and legacy of the legendary Bob Dylan. This movie captures the essence of Dylan’s influence on music, culture, and the world, portraying a fictionalized encounter with a mysterious woman who embodies the spirit of his ever-changing persona. […] |
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All Day on Tuesday, April 22 (Adult Programming) Celebrate Earth Day at North Pocono Public Library with a free plant or packet of seeds while supplies last. Join Cal and our friends from Penn East Federal Credit Union to celebrate Financial Literacy Month! They will read and sing with us about counting and saving our pennies. All ages are welcome. Please call 570-348-3000 x 3015 to register. Lackawanna County Children's Library 520 Vine Street, Scranton, PA 18509
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Tuesday, April 22 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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Enjoy free play time with our large selection of blocks and toys! For ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Please register.
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Join us for a special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four […]
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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 Complete Unknown," In 1961, an unknown 19-year-old Bob Dylan arrives in New York City with his guitar and forges relationships with musical icons on his meteoric rise, culminating in a groundbreaking performance that […]
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Join our friends from the University of Scranton as they share books that highlight the importance of inclusivity and kindness, while also providing a space everyone can feel seen and understood. Ages 4-8 How to register: In Person Call 570-207-0764 Online Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street Scranton, PAÂ 18509
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CANCELLED: Join us for a screening of Howl's Moving Castle! Enjoy the animated film and discuss its themes, characters, and visuals. It's a great chance to connect with fellow anime enthusiasts, whether you're a fan or new to the movie.
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✨ Book Bling Bash ✨ Ready to give your favorite book a dazzling new look? Join us for Book Bling Bash, where you’ll bedazzle book covers and turn them into shimmering works of art! Whether you want to add a little sparkle to a beloved classic or glam up a journal, we’ll provide all the […]
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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, PAÂ 18509
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Join us as we watch Moana 2 and enjoy treats and snacks too! For all ages. Please register.
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Gather your unused or expired medications and dispose of them properly at our Medication Take-Back Event! Bring prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, eye drops, dietary and herbal supplements, vitamins, topical ointments, and pet medications. These items can be dropped off at the Taylor Community Library on Saturday, April 26 from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Please […]
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Saturday, April 26 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 […] Join Miss Jenna and the rest of the Curiosity Club in April to celebrate Earth Day! We will plant seeds in peat pods that can be planted directly into the ground. Bring your own recyclable container to turn into a miniature greenhouse. We will practice reducing, reusing, and recycling plastics! "Seed" you there! For kids […] |
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Monday, April 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 month, we’ll learn how the library works and get a peek behind the scenes! Registration is required.
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The Carbondale Public Library Garden Club will be meeting on the following dates: April 28 - Growing Tomatoes with Gary White May 19 - Benefits of Native Plants and Birds June 30 - Caring for Houseplants with Kristin Armstrong Most programs are taught by Penn State Master Gardeners. Registration is required.
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Monday, April 28 at 6:00 P.M. There will be a Capital Campaign meeting in the community room of the library. This meeting is open to the public. |
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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, April 29 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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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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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 special violin class led by talented teen violinist Saige! This four-week program is perfect for beginner and intermediate players looking to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Participants must bring their own violin. Registration is required for the first class only, and we hope to extend the program beyond four […]
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All Day on Thursday, May 1 (Youth Programming) Drop-in at North Pocono Public Library and pick up a craft kit to make at home. This month , children of all ages can make Spring Bird Ornaments. For children of all ages.
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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, May 1 at 11:00 A.M. (Adult Programming) Join us for Bingo at North Pocono Public Library! Enjoy light refreshments and connect with fellow library patrons in the community room. In May, all of our prizes will be cinematic -- win movie snacks, DVDs, and enter a raffle to win a pair of Cinemark tickets. […]
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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. This storytime will have special guest readers from the University of Scranton! Ages 2-6 How to register: Online Call 570-207-0764 In Person Nancy Kay Holmes Branch […]
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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 a special behind-the-scenes visit to Indraloka Animal Sanctuary! Teens will receive a private tour of the sanctuary, where they’ll meet the many rescued animals who now call this beautiful place home. From pigs to goats, cows to cats, each animal has a unique story to share. In addition to connecting with the […] |
