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				1 event 1 1 event, 1 4:30 pm Watercolor 101 with Ky Betts October 1 @ 4:30 pm Watercolor 101 with Ky Betts * Please note that this program has filled. For more information, please contact the Library. * This beginning watercolor class introduces students to the basic techniques and tools of watercolor […]	1 event 2 1 event, 2 10:30 am Storytime October 2 @ 10:30 am Storytime 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. For […] Free	0 events 3 0 events, 3
0 events 4 0 events, 4	2 events 5 2 events, 5 10:30 am Toddlers on the Move October 5 @ 10:30 am Toddlers on the Move 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. For children ages […] RSVP Now Free, 4:00 pm Teen Movie Night: “Monster House” October 5 @ 4:00 pm Teen Movie Night: “Monster House” We’re kicking off Halloween season with an animated classic! In this movie, three teens discover that their neighbor’s house is really a living, breathing, scary monster. For teens ages 12 […] RSVP Now Free	2 events 6 2 events, 6 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm LEGO Crazy October 6 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm LEGO Crazy The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind! For kids ages 4 and older. Nancy Kay […], 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help October 6 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help Does your elementary schooler need extra support with reading? In small groups, students will practice essential literacy skills and work on guided reading, vocabulary building, and reading comprehension through fun […]	1 event 7 1 event, 7 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Chalk Transfer for Beginners October 7 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Chalk Transfer for Beginners Learn how to create one-of-a-kind art using reusable transfers and chalk or ink on a variety of different surfaces. Intended for adults. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge […] Currently full Free	1 event 8 1 event, 8 5:30 pm Nurturing Green Hearts: Practicing Sustainability October 8 @ 5:30 pm Nurturing Green Hearts: Practicing Sustainability Join local artist and avid gardener, Kristina, to learn practices of sustainability that can help the environment, humanity, and yourself. We will focus on environmental sustainability on the international, national, […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 9 1 event, 9 10:30 am Storytime October 9 @ 10:30 am Storytime 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. For […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 10 1 event, 10 12:00 pm Teen Game Night: Beginners’ Guide to D&D October 10 @ 12:00 pm Teen Game Night: Beginners’ Guide to D&D Have you ever wanted to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know where to start? Join us at the Nancy Kay Holmes Library for an introduction to […] RSVP Now Free
0 events 11 0 events, 11	0 events 12 0 events, 12	2 events 13 2 events, 13 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Play-Doh Free Play October 13 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Play-Doh Free Play Bring your imagination and stop by to show us what you can sculpt. Practice your creativity, arts, and just have fun! For kids ages 4 and older. Nancy Kay Holmes […], 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help October 13 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help Does your elementary schooler need extra support with reading? In small groups, students will practice essential literacy skills and work on guided reading, vocabulary building, and reading comprehension through fun […]	1 event 14 1 event, 14 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Think Positive: Craft Joy from Junk! October 14 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Think Positive: Craft Joy from Junk! Picture a vision board meets a junk journal in this fun, informal art event. Founder of ReSTart Scranton Jeannine Luby will encourage you to explore creativity, self-expression, and environmental awareness […] Currently full Free	1 event 15 1 event, 15 4:30 pm Watercolor 101 with Ky Betts October 15 @ 4:30 pm Watercolor 101 with Ky Betts * Please note that this program has filled. For more information, please contact the Library. * This beginning watercolor class introduces students to the basic techniques and tools of watercolor […]	1 event 16 1 event, 16 10:30 am Storytime October 16 @ 10:30 am Storytime 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. For […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 17 1 event, 17 12:00 pm What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club October 17 @ 12:00 pm What R U Reading?: An Alternative Book Club Looking to talk about books but don’t want to be confined to discussing one specific title? Join our alternative book club where everyone talks about their favorite book or a […] RSVP Now Free
0 events 18 0 events, 18	1 event 19 1 event, 19 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Vincent’s Landscapes October 19 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Vincent’s Landscapes Join us to learn about Vincent Van Gogh’s artwork beyond Starry Night and explore landscapes in the countryside of southern France. Then, enjoy the opportunity to express yourself by creating […] Currently full Free	3 events 20 3 events, 20 10:00 am Book Lovers’ Book Club: “The Stranger” October 20 @ 10:00 am Book Lovers’ Book Club: “The Stranger” Join us each month as we gather to discuss interesting and engaging books! October's selection is The Stranger by Albert Camus: a classic novella about an apathetic, ordinary man who […] RSVP Now Free, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm LEGO Crazy October 20 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm LEGO Crazy The Library has lots of LEGOs, so stop by and enjoy some time to be creative and build whatever comes to mind! For kids ages 4 and older. Nancy Kay […], 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help October 20 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help Does your elementary schooler need extra support with reading? In small groups, students will practice essential literacy skills and work on guided reading, vocabulary building, and reading comprehension through fun […]	1 event 21 1 event, 21 4:30 pm Scrabble Night October 21 @ 4:30 pm Scrabble Night Come have fun as you test your word-building skills at our monthly Scrabble night! Adults of all ages are welcome to attend. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 22 1 event, 22 4:00 pm Teen Anime Club: “Spirited Away” October 22 @ 4:00 pm Teen Anime Club: “Spirited Away” Come watch a Studio Ghibli classic with the Teen Anime Club! During her family's move to the suburbs, a sullen 10-year-old girl wanders into a world ruled by gods, witches, […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 23 1 event, 23 10:30 am Storytime October 23 @ 10:30 am Storytime 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. For […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 24 1 event, 24 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Herpetology for Kids October 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Herpetology for Kids Meet the animal ambassadors of Pocono Environmental Education Center in this creature-focused presentation on cold-blooded amphibians and reptiles. Discuss their different life cycles and learn their importance in our environment. […] RSVP Now Free
0 events 25 0 events, 25	1 event 26 1 event, 26 4:00 pm Teen Movie Night: “Beetlejuice” October 26 @ 4:00 pm Teen Movie Night: “Beetlejuice” We’re counting down the days to Halloween with a screening of a classic movie: Beetlejuice! In this film, the spirits of a deceased couple are harassed by an unbearable family […] RSVP Now Free	2 events 27 2 events, 27 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm BOO!-tiful Bags October 27 @ 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm BOO!-tiful Bags We will provide the canvas bag and markers for you to color and doodle to your heart's content. Whether it is for trick-or-treating or just for fun, this will be […] RSVP Now Free, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help October 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Reading Help Does your elementary schooler need extra support with reading? In small groups, students will practice essential literacy skills and work on guided reading, vocabulary building, and reading comprehension through fun […]	1 event 28 1 event, 28 4:30 pm NKH Book Club: “Heart-Shaped Box” October 28 @ 4:30 pm NKH Book Club: “Heart-Shaped Box” Join us at the Library to discuss an exciting new title each month. October's selection is Heart-Shaped Box by Joe Hill. Stop by the Library to borrow a copy of […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 29 1 event, 29 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Tidbits & Trivia October 29 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm Tidbits & Trivia Come have a blast as you test your trivia knowledge while sampling some delicious snacks! Intended for adults. Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library 1032 Green Ridge Street, Scranton, PA 18509 […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 30 1 event, 30 10:30 am Storytime October 30 @ 10:30 am Storytime 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. For […] RSVP Now Free	1 event 31 1 event, 31 2026-10-31 Trick-or-Treat at the Library! Trick-or-Treat at the Library! October 31 Trick-or-Treat at the Library! While out and about in the community this Halloween, be sure to make the Nancy Kay Holmes Library one of your stops! We'll be here all day to offer a […]