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Tech Support with Suzie

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for...

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

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for for a tech appointment.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Elementary (grades K-3)" group.
This event is in the "Intermediate (grades 4-5)" group.

Art with Kristin: Ted Harrison Inspired Watercolor

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

Join us for a new art project every month with Kristin Cafferty! This month, paint a beautiful watercolor background inspired by artist Ted Harrison. This program is for older elem...

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

Join us for a new art project every month with Kristin Cafferty! This month, paint a beautiful watercolor background inspired by artist Ted Harrison.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Crafts with Jesse: Mother's Day Cards

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this fun card class, you will use die cuts, embossing folders, ink-blending and stamps to make three Mother's Day Cards cards. These feminine cards could be used for many occasi...

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

In this fun card class, you will use die cuts, embossing folders, ink-blending and stamps to make three Mother's Day Cards cards. These feminine cards could be used for many occasions. No card making experience needed. All materials provided.

Children's Book Writers & Illustrators

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

feedback and support for local children's book writers and illustrators

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: East River Reading Room
Purpose of Meeting

feedback and support for local children's book writers and illustrators

Madison Land Trust Conservation

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
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

Shoreline Interfaith Clergy Meeting

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
North Conference Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Building a kinder and more just community

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

Building a kinder and more just community

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Support with Suzie

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for...

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

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for for a tech appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Crafts with Jesse: Mother's Day Cards

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In this fun card class, you will use die cuts, embossing folders, ink-blending and stamps to make three Mother's Day Cards cards. These feminine cards could be used for many occasi...

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

In this fun card class, you will use die cuts, embossing folders, ink-blending and stamps to make three Mother's Day Cards cards. These feminine cards could be used for many occasions. No card making experience needed. All materials provided.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group.

Teen Game Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, High School (grades 9-12)
Event Details:

Hang out with your friends and get to play against other teens at Teen Game Club!  Everything from our card games (Uno, Sushi Go!, etc.) to our video games (Switch, PS4 &...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, High School (grades 9-12)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Hang out with your friends and get to play against other teens at Teen Game Club!  Everything from our card games (Uno, Sushi Go!, etc.) to our video games (Switch, PS4 & Xbox One) will be available to play.  Feel free to also b

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Acoustics Club

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our Acoustics Club on Thursday nights at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are invited to participate. All acoustic ...

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

Join our Acoustics Club on Thursday nights at the Scranton Memorial Library! Whether you are a seasoned strummer or just starting out, you are invited to participate. All acoustic instruments are welcome; please bring your own with you.

Madison ABC Program

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly BOD meeting

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

Monthly BOD meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Mindfulness Meditation

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a six-week virtual Meditation series this spring! Meditation is a wonderful technique used to reduce stress and anxiety. We all experience stress and anxiety and are in...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Event Details:

Join us for a six-week virtual Meditation series this spring! Meditation is a wonderful technique used to reduce stress and anxiety. We all experience stress and anxiety and are in need of taking time to relax and reflect.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies (age 0-2)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.

Storytime Sprouts

Friday, May 9, 2025 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:

Bring your budding bookworm to our sprout-tacular storytime! This storytime is best for kids who are 1 to 4 years old. There will be stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities...

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:

Bring your budding bookworm to our sprout-tacular storytime! This storytime is best for kids who are 1 to 4 years old. There will be stories, songs, rhymes, and movement activities! Registration recommended. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Support with Suzie

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for...

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

Need help with your personal device or software? Do you need help with faxing, printing, or copying at the library? Library staff member Suzie is here to offer assistance. Call for for a tech appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Fiber Arts Club

Friday, May 9, 2025 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Friday Movie Matinee: A Real Pain

Friday, May 9, 2025 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 week we will be showing A Real Pain (rated R). Popcorn and soda will be served. Registration preferred.

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 week we will be showing A Real Pain (rated R). Popcorn and soda will be served. Registration preferred.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.
This event is in the "Elementary (grades K-3)" group.

Tango Makes Three Storytime & Craft with GASP

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY, Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3)
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon story and activity with teens from Daniel Hand’s GASP club. Read Tango Makes Three and then participate in a craft or activity! For kids ages 3 and up.Regis...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY, Storytimes
Required
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon story and activity with teens from Daniel Hand’s GASP club. Read Tango Makes Three and then participate in a craft or activity! For kids ages 3 and up.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies (age 0-2)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.

Itty Bitty Meetup

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Event Details:

Do you want to make connections with other parents and caregivers in your community? Go somewhere where your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can make new friends? Stick aro...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY, Meeting
Event Details:

Do you want to make connections with other parents and caregivers in your community? Go somewhere where your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can make new friends? 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Spring Crafts with Natalie: Jewelry Making & Metal Stamping

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us at the library to craft some beautiful handmade jewelry! There will not be a specific, identical piece of jewelry that everyone makes. I will demonstrate some options ...

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

Join us at the library to craft some beautiful handmade jewelry! 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.
This event is in the "Elementary (grades K-3)" group.
This event is in the "Intermediate (grades 4-5)" group.

Spring Take Home Crafts: Popsicle Shark- pick up available Mon-Fri

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Event Details:

Lets make a shark friend! We will use construction paper, popsicle sticks, and googly eyes. Pick up your bag to bring home anytime between Monday, May 12th & 16th.For ages 4 an...

Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Required
Event Details:

Lets make a shark friend! We will use construction paper, popsicle sticks, and googly eyes. Pick up your bag to bring home anytime between Monday, May 12th & 16th.For ages 4 and up. Registration required.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies (age 0-2)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.

Walkers & Wigglers

Monday, May 12, 2025 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, sto...

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Babies (age 0-2)" group.
This event is in the "Preschool (age 3-5)" group.

Itty Bitty Meetup

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Event Details:

Do you want to make connections with other parents and caregivers in your community? Go somewhere where your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can make new friends? Stick aro...

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY, Meeting
Event Details:

Do you want to make connections with other parents and caregivers in your community? Go somewhere where your babies, toddlers, and preschoolers can make new friends? 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Ukulele Club

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join our 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. Expe...

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

Join our 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Master Gardener Clinic

Monday, May 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

UConn Master Gardeners will hold horticultural sessions to answer questions on all topics related to gardening on Mondays from 12:00-2:00 pm. ALL SPECIMENS MUST BE IN SEALED CONTAI...

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

UConn Master Gardeners will hold horticultural sessions to answer questions on all topics related to gardening on Mondays from 12:00-2:00 pm. ALL SPECIMENS MUST BE IN SEALED CONTAINERS to prevent spread of pathogens, etc.