Lackawanna County Children's Library

06/22/2026

🪏 Join the Lackawanna County Library System and the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art for “Art with the Everhart” throughout the month of August. Children Ages 7 through 10 will have the chance to act as junior scientists as they observe specimens, create clay fossil imprints, and document their discoveries through imaginative storytelling and art.

Registration is limited. Register at your local Library.

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

06/19/2026

06/16/2026

For more information about applying for one of these openings, please visit our website.
🔗: https://lclshome.org/spl-job-openings-june-2026/

06/10/2026

Join the Lackawanna County Children's Library on Thursday, June 18 at 6:00 PM as we celebrate the summer solstice with acoustic songs, stories of sunshine, summer snacks, and a craft to hang outside your window, showcasing all your favorite colors in nature. This program is intended for families with children ages 2 and up. Please register at: https://lclshome.org/event/summer-solstice-storytime/

06/10/2026

The Scranton Public Library is searching for a full-time librarian to serve as the Head of Technical Services. Interested applicants should send a current resume to Laura Hendricks, Human Resources Manager, at [email protected]. A full description of the position can be found at the link below.
🔗: https://lclshome.org/now-hiring-head-of-technical-services/

06/10/2026

🎵 Celebrate America 250 with Doug Smith’s Dixieland All-Stars. Experience the joyful sounds of Dixieland jazz while exploring the history of America's original art form. Through live music, instrument demonstrations, and engaging discussion, audiences of all ages will discover how this uniquely American style helped shape the nation's musical heritage.

Select programs will include interactive activities for children and families.

Please register with your local Library.

Dalton Community Library- Thursday, July 2 at 4:00 P.M.
Lackawanna County Children's Library- Sunday, July 19 at 2:00 P.M.
Valley Community Library- Thursday, August 13 at 5:30 P.M.

06/10/2026

Join the Lackawanna County Children's Library on Sunday, June 14 at 2:00 PM for a visit from Ryan Bridge "The BugMan" as he shows us all of the bugs and insects he has collected over the years. This exciting program will have you “crawling” out of your seat! This program is sponsored by The Friends of the Scranton Public Library. Please register at: https://lclshome.org/event/sundays-ryan-the-bugman/

06/04/2026

We cannot believe it, but we are the only library in Pennsylvania that the Whalemobile is visiting this summer! Do not forget to register as space is filling up very quickly for their June 13th visit. Please visit https://lclshome.org/event/meet-the-whalemobile/ for more information and to register.

The countdown is ON!

Only 10 days left until The Whalemobile Summer Tour begins! Get ready to step inside a life-sized whale, explore whale anatomy, learn about ocean conservation, and experience an unforgettable hands-on adventure for the whole family.

Reserve your 30-minute time slot through your local library and join us this summer!

Visit www.thewhalemobile.com to learn more.

06/04/2026

Unfortunately, we have to cancel our Teen Game Night scheduled for tonight. Please join us next Thursday for the I Survived This Book Club.