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Chair Yoga

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
Other, Workshops
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

Chair yoga allows you to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance. Chair-based yoga offers the same benefits as traditional yoga, like boosting strength, flexibility, and mental well-being.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Scranton Writers' Club

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Other, Workshops
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: North Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshops
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Scranton Writer's Club is back! 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 Jaret Ostop, in honor of Christopher Jennings Penders .

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

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Other, Meeting
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Other, 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

French Conversation Group

2:30pm–3:30pm
Adults
Meeting
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: North Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meeting
Event Details:

Looking for an opportunity to practice French in a relaxed environment? Then join us for our first French Conversation Group! On the 2nd and 4th Wednesday every month, enjoy discussions on topics such as food, travel, history and more.

This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Grove School Theater Troupe Presents: The Day the Crayons Quit

4:00pm–4:15pm
Children, Teens
Performances
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Performances
Registration Required
Event Details:

You’ve read the book, now watch the crayons come to life in this short, 15-20 minutes live theater performance! For kids of all ages. 

Registration recommended. Limited walk-in availability. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Support with Suzie

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
Technology Training
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

Open Sew

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Do you like to sew? Join people who enjoy quilting and sewing at a casual “drop in” program anytime from 5:00 to 7:30pm in the Johnson Community Room the forth Wednesday evening of each month.

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

Book Group Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Support with Suzie

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Technology Training
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Middle School (grades 6-8)" group
This event is in the "High School (grades 9-12)" group

Teen Game Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Middle School (grades 6-8), High School (grades 9-12)
Games
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens, Middle School (grades 6-8), 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 a

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

Let's Learn Crochet!

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Upcoming
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let’s get crafty! Starting with the basics we are going to learn how to do a slip knot and chain stitch. Supplies will be provided. 

For ages 8 and up. Registration required, limited spacing. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Support with Suzie

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Technology Training
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

10:30am–1:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts/DIY
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: Roofman

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
Movies
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a Friday Movie Matinee. This week we will be showing Roofman (rated R). Popcorn and soda will be served. Registration preferred.

This event is in the "Children" group

Itty Bitty Meetup

9:30am–10:30am
Children
Meeting
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children
Program Type: 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

Paint Along with Natalie: Winter Cardinal Canvas

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Creative Loft
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts/DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Natalie in the Creative Loft to stencil paint a beautiful cardinal on a branch.

No experience is needed. Registration required. 

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

Discussion of topics in Great Decisions published by the Foreign Policy Association.

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

10:30am–11:30am
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Other, Meeting
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Library
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Other, 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

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Music
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

Guitar Club

12:30pm–1:30pm
Adults
Music
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music
Event Details:

Join our 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Master Gardener Clinic

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Other, Workshops
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 1:00-3:00 pm. ALL SPECIMENS MUST BE IN SEALED CONTAINERS to prevent spread of pathogens, etc.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Support with Suzie

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adults
Technology Training
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 a tech appointment.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Health Insurance Decoded

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults
Lectures
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Johnson Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as we welcome back Medical Billing Coder Lauren Ganino. We will dive into some of the most frequently asked questions and common misconceptions about medical insurance.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Madison Movie Chat: "My Brooklyn"

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Other, Movies
Upcoming
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Movies
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Monday evenings for a virtual movie discussion!