Lackawanna County Library System

06/01/2026

We're throwing it back to the glory days of the early 2000s with this list of big books from the Y2K era. 📀 🌟

Enjoy one of these retro reads by visiting our mini collection on Libby App. Log in to relive the past through one of these selections or another of our librarians' picks this June. Libby is free to use with your library card—that's hot! 📱 📚

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

Only 5 days until NEPA Gives 2026! This online giving event is a great opportunity to help our Libraries in their mission to provide educational resources, materials and inspiring programs and events for our neighbors throughout Lackawanna County. Starting at 7:00 P.M. on this Thursday, June 4 over the course of 24 hours, donors can make secure donations to any of our seven member libraries online at nepagives.org.

Abington Community Library
Carbondale Public Library
Dalton Community Library
North Pocono Public Library
Scranton Public Library
Taylor Community Library
Valley Community Library

05/30/2026

Join the Lackawanna County Children's Library on Tuesday, June 9 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM for a cozy night of puzzling at the library! We will have puzzles of various sizes and skill levels put out for families to work on together.

For families with children of all ages. Please register at: https://lclshome.org/event/family-puzzle-night/

05/30/2026

Join the Lackawanna County Children's Library on Saturday, June 6 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM to start your very own miniature scrapbooks to fill with your favorite memories we’ll make throughout the summer. We will have everything you need to decorate and design your perfect scrapbook, and we’ll even print your first picture to put in it!

All ages are welcome to attend. Please register at: https://lclshome.org/event/mini-art-day-summer-scrapbooks/

05/29/2026

Starting in June, the Carbondale Public Library will be holding Library Littles on Mondays and Thursdays during the summer! It will be the same program held on both days during the week so parents can decide which day works best for them or attend both if they would like the repetition.

05/29/2026

Please register in advanced by visiting: https://lclshome.org/event/ice-cream-social/

05/28/2026

🌟 Calling all teens! 🌟

🖌️ Visit your local library this summer to participate in an exciting countywide program where you can create a mini masterpiece. Your artwork will be showcased at the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art in September! Don't miss this opportunity to display your talent and creativity. Check with your library for more details and join the fun!

Valley Community Library
Abington Community Library
North Pocono Public Library
Carbondale Public Library
Scranton Public Library
Taylor Community Library
Dalton Community Library

05/28/2026

Only 1 week until NEPA Gives 2026! This online giving event supports nonprofit organizations in Northeast Pennsylvania that work to enrich our local communities. Starting at 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, June 4 over the course of 24 hours, donors can make secure donations to any of our seven member libraries online at nepagives.org.

Abington Community Library
Carbondale Public Library
Dalton Community Library
North Pocono Public Library
Scranton Public Library
Taylor Community Library
Valley Community Library

05/27/2026

Discover breezy summer styles from NYC at our sample sale benefitiScranton Public Library. Browse a selection of dresses, rompers, skirts, pants, and shirts while supplies last. Sizes available medium to 1X.

Stop by between 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM to shop and snag great deals before they are gone. All items are $15 and under, so it is easy to refresh your warm weather wardrobe on a budget.

Every purchase supports the Scranton Public Library, so bring a friend, shop early for the best selection, and enjoy a fun afternoon of summer style.