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Itty Bitty Meetup

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)

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? 

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 "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

Critter Caravan

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Lectures
Age Group:
Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)

Who doesn’t love a cute and cuddly little critter? Use a map as our guide, and travel on a "safari" around the world, where we learn about, hold and pet each animal.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool (age 3-5), Elementary (grades K-3), Intermediate (grades 4-5)
Program Type: Other, Lectures
Registration Required
Event Details:

Who doesn’t love a cute and cuddly little critter? Use a map as our guide, and travel on a "safari" around the world, where we learn about, hold and pet each animal.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Paint Along with Natalie: Spring Cherry Blossom Branch

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Join Natalie to paint (stencil or freehand) a beautiful Cherry Blossom branch in bloom for Spring! This is a step-by-step instructor led class painting on canvas. All supplies are included.

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

Join Natalie to paint (stencil or freehand) a beautiful Cherry Blossom branch in bloom for Spring! This is a step-by-step instructor led class painting on canvas. All supplies are included.

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: Movin' Groovin' Water Bears- pick up available Mon-Fri

Monday, April 27, 2026 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)

Have you ever heard of a tardigrade? They're one of the smallest living organisms on Earth. You'll be making one out of paper and paper fasteners!  Pick up your bag to bring home anytime between Monday, April 27th, and Friday, May 1st.

Upcoming
Registration 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
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever heard of a tardigrade? They're one of the smallest living organisms on Earth. You'll be making one out of paper and paper fasteners!  Pick up your bag to bring home anytime between Monday, April 27th, and Friday, May 1st.

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, April 27, 2026 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)

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!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Registration 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, April 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)

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? 

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

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Music
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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 "Elementary (grades K-3)" group

Book Buds (Spring 2026)

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 4:45pm - 5:30pm
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Elementary (grades K-3)

The Teen & Children departments of the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library are proud to announce the return Book Buds!

Library Branch: Scranton Library
Room: Children’s Program Room
Age Group: Elementary (grades K-3)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Teen & Children departments of the E.C. Scranton Memorial Library are proud to announce the return Book Buds!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spring Mindfulness Meditation

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Virtual at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Toddler Tango

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 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)

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

Registration recommended. Limited walk-in availability.

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

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

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)

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? 

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

Tech Support with Suzie

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Creative Craft Night

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Creative Loft at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts/DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Drop in the Creative Loft for crafting time. Bring your own project or play around with the supplies and gadgets that we have in the library. Craft savvy librarian Natalie will be on hand for inspiration and help.

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

Drop in the Creative Loft for crafting time. Bring your own project or play around with the supplies and gadgets that we have in the library. Craft savvy librarian Natalie will be on hand for inspiration and help.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Chair Yoga

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Conference Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

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 .

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

Tots & Tales

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children’s Program Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2)

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

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

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

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Library at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Other, Meeting
Age Group:
Children, Babies (age 0-2), Preschool (age 3-5)

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? 

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

Old Prints & Slides Conversion Workshop

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lifelong Learning Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Workshops
Age Group:
Adults

This two-hour workshop will discuss how to plan and pursue projects for the conversion of old prints and slides to digital photos.  Options for do-it-yourself work and the use of service providers will be covered.

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

This two-hour workshop will discuss how to plan and pursue projects for the conversion of old prints and slides to digital photos.  Options for do-it-yourself work and the use of service providers will be covered.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Support with Suzie

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
East River Reading Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Technology Training
Age Group:
Adults

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.

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.

Scranton Library Book Group

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
North Conference Room at Scranton Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Book Group Discussion Meeting

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

Book Group Discussion Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group

Observing the Moon

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Johnson Community Room at Scranton Library
Program Type:
Lectures
Age Group:
Adults

Join us as we welcome back Jeff from the Shoreline Astronomical Society. We will learn about moon basics (size/distance/movement through the sky), moon phases, observing features on the moon (Maria, Craters, Walls, Rimae, Domes, etc).

Upcoming
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 Jeff from the Shoreline Astronomical Society. We will learn about moon basics (size/distance/movement through the sky), moon phases, observing features on the moon (Maria, Craters, Walls, Rimae, Domes, etc).