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Basics for Babies

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Event Details:

This storytime will have songs, a story, and some signs! We will learn some American Sign Language together that you and your children can use everyday. For ages birth-5. **Plea...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

This storytime will have songs, a story, and some signs! We will learn some American Sign Language together that you and your children can use everyday. For ages birth-5.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent attendance required

Due to the age of program participants parent/guardian attendance is required.

Fiber Arts

Fiber Arts Club

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Creative Loft at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Looking for a fun relaxing environment to craft in? Do you knit, crochet, spin wool or hook rugs? Well look no further! The Fiber Arts Club meets every Friday in the Creative Loft ...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Creative Loft
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Looking for a fun relaxing environment to craft in? Do you knit, crochet, spin wool or hook rugs? Well look no further! The Fiber Arts Club meets every Friday in the Creative Loft from 10:30-1:30. Drop-in for the whole time or just a few minutes.

Arthur

Friday Movie Matinee: Arthur the King

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a Friday Movie Matinee. This month we will be showing Arthur the King (rated PG-13). Popcorn and soda will be served. Registration preferred.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a Friday Movie Matinee. This month we will be showing Arthur the King (rated PG-13). Popcorn and soda will be served. Registration preferred.

Summer Saturday Craft Series: Seashell Shadowbox

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Creative Loft at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters in the upstairs Creative Loft to craft a mini seashell shadowbox.  All materials are provided, however we encourage you to bring any small shells, sea ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Creative Loft
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Required
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters in the upstairs Creative Loft to craft a mini seashell shadowbox. 

Coolology

Cool-ology: Da Vinci STEAM Challenge

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

Participants investigate the remarkable life of Leonardo Da Vinci and his scientific and engineering discoveries through fast-paced, hands-on activities. Ages 6-11. Registration re...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Participants investigate the remarkable life of Leonardo Da Vinci and his scientific and engineering discoveries through fast-paced, hands-on activities. Ages 6-11. Registration required.

Summer Drop Off Program

Summer Drop-Off Program Ages 5-8 Week 1

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Ichabod Scranton House at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (on...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Ichabod Scranton House
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (online).

Walkers & Wigglers

Walkers & Wigglers

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Event Details:

Storytime for toddlers who are moving and grooving! This storytime is best for kids who are either 2 and up or are walking independently. Music, movement, rhymes, and of course,...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Storytime for toddlers who are moving and grooving! This storytime is best for kids who are either 2 and up or are walking independently.

Music, movement, rhymes, and of course, stories!

Disclaimer(s)

Parent attendance required

Due to the age of program participants parent/guardian attendance is required.

Ukulele Club

Ukulele Club

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our new Ukulele Club on Mondays from 11 am - 12 pm at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are welcome to participate. ...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join our new Ukulele Club on Mondays from 11 am - 12 pm at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are welcome to participate.

Gardening

Master Gardener Clinic

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Advanced Master Gardener Samantha Pullaro will hold plant, insect, and disease identification sessions on behalf of the UConn Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners on Mondays fr...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Lifelong Learning Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshops
Event Details:

Advanced Master Gardener Samantha Pullaro will hold plant, insect, and disease identification sessions on behalf of the UConn Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners on Mondays from 12:00-2:00 pm.

Guitar

Guitar Club

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our new Guitar Club on Mondays from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are welcome to participa...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join our new Guitar Club on Mondays from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are welcome to participate.

Summer Drop Off Program

Summer Drop-Off Program Ages 9-12 Week 1

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Ichabod Scranton House at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (on...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Ichabod Scranton House
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (online).

Chris

Tech Help with Chris

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your Mac or PC? Are you curious about security for your computer? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Chris Jennings Penders...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: East River Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Event Details:

Need help with your Mac or PC? Are you curious about security for your computer? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Chris Jennings Penders is here to offer assistance. Call for half hour appointments.

Summer Drop Off Program

Summer Drop-Off Program Ages 5-8 Week 1

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Ichabod Scranton House at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (on...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Ichabod Scranton House
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (online).

Toddler Tango

Toddler Tango

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Event Details:

Rock out with your toddler in this 30 minute music and movement class for children ages 1-3. Registration recommended. Limited walk-in availability.  

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Rock out with your toddler in this 30 minute music and movement class for children ages 1-3.

Registration recommended. Limited walk-in availability.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Parent attendance required

Due to the age of program participants parent/guardian attendance is required.

Summer Drop Off Program

Summer Drop-Off Program Ages 9-12 Week 1

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Ichabod Scranton House at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (on...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Ichabod Scranton House
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (online).

Chris

Tech Help with Chris

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your Mac or PC? Are you curious about security for your computer? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Chris Jennings Penders...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: East River Reading Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Training
Event Details:

Need help with your Mac or PC? Are you curious about security for your computer? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Chris Jennings Penders is here to offer assistance. Call for half hour appointments.

Men's Book Club Meeting

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
North Conference Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

monthly meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: North Conference Room
Purpose of Meeting

monthly meeting

DIY Bottlecaps

Go Green! DIY Bottle Cap Necklaces

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
STEAM, Workshops
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

How many times do you think about plastic in one day? Probably not too many! Come join Litter Awareness to talk about single-use plastics, and make your very own bottle cap necklac...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: STEAM, Workshops
Required
Event Details:

How many times do you think about plastic in one day? Probably not too many! Come join Litter Awareness to talk about single-use plastics, and make your very own bottle cap necklace using recycled materials!

For grades k-4.

Craft

Creative Craft Night

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Creative Loft at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by our Creative Loft on Tuesday evenings for some DIY fun with your fellow adult crafters! Librarian Natalie Fleischer will be on hand to help you with the project of your cho...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Creative Loft
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Stop by our Creative Loft on Tuesday evenings for some DIY fun with your fellow adult crafters! Librarian Natalie Fleischer will be on hand to help you with the project of your choice.

Writing

Scranton Writers' Club

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you interested in writing but don’t know where to begin? Join our writers’ club to get yourself started! This club will be led by Christopher Jennings Penders, an acclaimed loc...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Lifelong Learning Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshops
Required
Event Details:

Are you interested in writing but don’t know where to begin? Join our writers’ club to get yourself started! This club will be led by Christopher Jennings Penders, an acclaimed local author and all-around writing savant.

Trivia

Trivia Night

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Trivia Nights are back!! We have partnered with Comomango to offer a monthly trivia night. Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 52 Wall Street for a little friendly competit...

Open
Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Required
Event Details:

Trivia Nights are back!! We have partnered with Comomango to offer a monthly trivia night. Join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 52 Wall Street for a little friendly competition. Have fun with friends or meet some new ones.

Summer Drop Off Program

Summer Drop-Off Program Ages 5-8 Week 1

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:30am
Ichabod Scranton House at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (on...

Full
Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Ichabod Scranton House
Age Group: Children, Elementary (grades K-3)
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Sign-ups for the second summer of Scranton Library’s free Summer Drop-Off Program for children aged 5 to 12 will begin next Wednesday, February 7th at 5:30 (in-person) and 6:30 (online).

Tots and Tales

Tots & Tales

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2)
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers of all abilities. Music, movement, rhymes, and of course, stories! For babies and toddlers ages birth-2. Registration recommended. Limited w...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2)
Program Type: Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Storytime for babies and toddlers of all abilities. Music, movement, rhymes, and of course, stories!

For babies and toddlers ages birth-2.

Registration recommended. Limited walk-in availability.

Disclaimer(s)

Parent attendance required

Due to the age of program participants parent/guardian attendance is required.

Centre Village Condo Association

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Board Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Lifelong Learning Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Board Meeting