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.
A library staff member will be available on Wednesdays to help answer technology questions and offer assistance with computers, smart phones, and tablets. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Information Literacy.
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.
Join our Youth Services Coordinator, Stephanie, for stories, songs/fingerplays, and a craft or interactive activity. Geared towards Toddlers and Preschoolers. Siblings are welcome! A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.
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.
Your local ACBL-sanctioned club is more than just a place to play bridge. It’s a portal to a community of bridge lovers learning about the game, honing their skills and forming lifelong partnerships. Please contact facilitator Christopher Stevens at 914-536-3082 for details.
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 […]
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 PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic & Social Literacy.
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.
Get creative in a friendly, informal environment. This free group is open to all types of crafts.* Work on your own projects while sharing secrets, hints, and patterns. If you are just looking for inspiration, some crafting supplies will be provided by the library. The Crafter’s Club will meet on the first Monday of the […]
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.
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
Join our Youth Services Coordinator, Stephanie, for stories, songs/fingerplays, and a craft or interactive activity. Geared towards Toddlers and Preschoolers. Siblings are welcome! A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.
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
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic & Social Literacy.
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
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 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 our Youth Services Coordinator, Stephanie, for stories, songs/fingerplays, and a craft or interactive activity. Geared towards Toddlers and Preschoolers. Siblings are welcome! A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.
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.
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.
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.
Join Cara Colombo to create a beautiful set of four unique watercolor Valentine cards. This hands-on workshop will guide you through techniques to make vibrant, heartfelt designs. $15 Materials Fee. Registration required. For adults. E-mail MRichardson@albright.org if you would like to see pictures of the projects.
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 […]
Join Italian Teacher Lucia Parrino to learn conversation basics over this 6 week program. Registration is required. Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.
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 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 […]
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 PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Civic & Social Literacy.
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.
Schedule a one-on-one class for technology help by calling the library at 570-489-1765. Mondays and other days available. Celebrating 40 years and proudly serving the Valley since 1985.
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.
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 our Youth Services Coordinator, Stephanie, for stories, songs/fingerplays, and a craft or interactive activity. Geared towards Toddlers and Preschoolers. Siblings are welcome! A PA Forward® Initiative Promoting Basic Literacy.
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.
