Lackawanna County Library System

09/02/2026

✍️ Abington Community Library is thrilled to host our second “Local Author Fair” on Saturday, September 19 from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Stroll through tables featuring 20 talented authors from across Northeastern Pennsylvania and browse books in a variety of genres for all ages. This is your chance to meet the minds behind the books and hear the inspirations behind their work. Whether you’re looking for your next page-turner, unique gift ideas, or just a fun way to spend your Saturday morning, the Local Author Fair is the perfect place to connect with great reads and the people who write them.

Participating Authors include- Dorina Amendola, Matt Benjamin, Roseann McGrath Brooks, Dean Alan Conrad, Lisa Conway, Heidi Donohue, John Fitzgerald, Keri Grace, Tina Gallagher, Silas Hart, Allison King, Rebecca Loescher, Tara Lynn Marta, Charlotte Remakus, Kelly Rippon, Teresa Velardi, Emersyn Vallis, R.C. Vielee, Benjamin Young, and William R Young.

09/01/2026

To help support its collection of Graphic Novels and Manga, Valley Community Library is hosting a Budget Commander Tournament! Planeswalkers from across the Valley will compete in this Bracket 2 Swiss-Style Tournament, with the ultimate prize being a wooden deckbox generously donated by Embyr Rose! Bring your best pint-sized powerhouse and show us all who can do the most with the least. The budget limitation will be $100.

Registration is $20 per player and payment is due upon registration. Decklist submission and questions can be sent to [email protected], and registration can be done at the front desk.

📅 September 11
⏰ 6:00 P.M.
🔗 https://lclshome.org/event/commander-bookshelves-brawl-iii/

09/01/2026

Learn from Melissa Schlittler, a PA licensed Medicare, ACA, and supplemental health insurance agent, to help you make informed decisions about your Medicare options at the Valley Community Library on September 9 at 2:00 p.m. Topics will include Understanding Medicare Parts A, B, C, & D, Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap, Prescription Drug Coverage, Enrollment Periods & Important Deadlines, Tips to Avoid Common Medicare Mistakes, and Medicare Fraud: How to Protect Yourself. There will be time for questions.

Coffee and donuts will be provided along with a small craft! ☕🍩

This program is for adults and registration is required.

📅 September 9
⏰ 2:00 P.M.
🔗 https://lclshome.org/event/medicare-educational-seminar/

09/01/2026

Grief is a universal experience, but also an individual one. Join a Bereavement Coordinator from Residential Hospice to navigate grief at the Valley Community Library. Whether it's the loss of a loved one, the loss of a job, or any other type of grief, this group will be a safe place for you to navigate a difficult experience. Registration is required. This program will be held over a three-month block of bi-weekly sessions. The dates are below:

▪️September 2 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: Introduction to Journaling. Journals provided).
▪️September 16 at 2:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity Journaling continued)
▪️October 7 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: Write a Letter to Your Loved One)
▪️October 21 at 2:00 P.M.(Discussion & Activity: Colors and Emotions with Affirmations)
▪️November 4 at 6:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: TBA)
▪️November 18 at 2:00 P.M. (Discussion & Activity: TBA)

Please register on our website under your chosen date(s) and time(s): https://lclshome.org/libraries/valley-community-library/

09/01/2026

💳 This September, the Lackawanna County Library System invites you to celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month and discover the endless possibilities a library card unlocks. This year’s theme, “A Library Card Hits All the Right Notes,” is a reminder that libraries offer something for everyone. Whether you play the classics on repeat, hit shuffle to try something new, or find harmony at your library’s programs, a library card connects people of all ages and backgrounds to information, inspiration, and each other.

Library Card Sign-up Month is held by the American Library Association annually in September to mark the beginning of the school year, combat illiteracy, and encourage communities to explore the diverse materials and resources offered by their libraries. Library Card Sign-up Month gives library patrons a front row seat to the joys of getting a library card.

Abington Community Library
Scranton Public Library
Nancy Kay Holmes Library
Carbondale Public Library
Dalton Community Library
Lackawanna County Children's Library
North Pocono Public Library
Taylor Community Library
Valley Community Library
Lackawanna County Library System Bookmobile

08/31/2026

Need a place to unwind after school?
Join us at the Taylor Community Library for Teen Read & Relax on Wednesday, September 8th and 22nd, from 3:30 P.M to 4:30 P.M.! It is the perfect spot for teens ages 12–18 to spend a quiet hour reading a book, using an e-reader, or browsing our shelves. Not in the mood to read the whole time? No problem! You can draw, color, journal, or bring any other quiet hobby you enjoy. No registration needed—just drop in.

08/28/2026

Can't get enough of your favorite podcast? Once you've caught up on your latest episodes, turn to Libby App to listen to or read one of these great books written by popular podcasters! Whether you like self help, true crime, or celebrity memoir, there's something for everyone to enjoy, and these eBooks and audiobooks are free to borrow with your library card. Get started on your smart device at meet.libbyapp.com enjoy our full digital collection! 🎙

08/27/2026

🍜 Calling Teens Ages 12–17!

Join the Lackawanna County Library System for "Noodles & Doodles," a fun program full of creativity, snacks, and good company. Each Library will have its own noodle theme, from ramen to classic mac and cheese. Grab a bowl of carby goodness and get creative while you make your own art!

Register with your local library.

Taylor Community Library
Valley Community Library
North Pocono Public Library
Carbondale Public Library
Dalton Community Library
Abington Community Library
Nancy Kay Holmes Library
Scranton Public Library

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Stop by the Lackawanna County Children's Library on Saturday, September 5 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM for our Back-to-school Book Swap! ! Bring your gently loved books from home and swap them out for new to you titles to refresh your bookshelf just in time for the new school year. It’s the perfect way to say goodbye to summer and hello to new stories and a brand new chapter!