96 Huntsville Road, Dallas, 570-675-1182, http://www.backmountainlibrary.org
284 Wyoming Ave., Kingston, 570-287-2013, [email protected], hoytlibrary.org
Virtual Authors Series: Ongoing. Register for virtual events or view past events at https://libraryc.org/hoytlibrary. Upcoming events include 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist and author Charles Duhigg, author of “Supercomminicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection,” on how to communicate and connect with anyone at work; 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 13, author Amanda Peters discusses her bestselling novel “The Berry Pickers” and short fiction collection “Waiting for the Long Night Moon: Stories.”
Celebrating America’s Veterans Program: 5:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 10. Join presidential historian Dr. Larry Cook as he interviews Vietnam veteran and Mountain Top resident George Venesky, highlighting his time spent as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. All Veterans attending will be recognized. Register by calling the library.
Bingo: 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18. Adults only; free. Play for prizes and fun. Space limited. To register, call Information Services at ext. 230.
“Wicked” Good Time Themed Party: 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17. For ages 7 to 17. “Wicked” fans welcome to the Yellow Brick Road for a party filled with Emerald City decorations, themed snacks, and fun activities, including a “Wicked” themed costume contest with prize; witch hat ring toss, bubblegum pink pop contest, “Wicked” game of “Jeopardy!” and more. Space limited; register by calling the library.
The Un-Bound Book Club: Meets third Thursday of the month. No assigned book; just come and enjoy a friendly, casual, bookish conversation with fellow readers. Open to teens and adults. To register, call Information Services at 570-287-2013, ext. 230.
Makerspace Mondays: 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Mondays. For children aged 7 to 15; parents welcome to attend. Offers hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, with the goal of encouraging the next generation of thinkers, creators, and problem-solvers. Free; materials supplied by the library. Space limited; register early in person or call the library at 570-287-2013, ext. 239.
Math tutoring sessions: 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. Wednesdays. Fanhui Kong, a professor in mathematics at Wilkes University, is offering free group tutoring sessions to any student from grades 6 to 12 in mathematics. Group tutoring involves working with students simultaneously to provide individual instruction and support in a specific subject or skill to address learning needs. Registration is required; call the library.
Help restock Alice’s Closet: Alice’s Closet is a new and gently used boutique in need of gently used clothing, shoes, accessories and homewares. Donation of any of the above items would help continue a well-received program in the community. Donations are accepted during library hours and all proceeds fund library programs. For information, call the library.
Free crochet time: 1 to 3 p.m. Thursdays. All skill levels. Bennett Reading Room and the Jane Nicholson Reading Nook. Come and meet other like-minded crochet enthusiasts of the community in a welcoming atmosphere to relax and chat. Bring your current crochet project and your own supplies. For information, call the library.
LEGO Build Fun for Kids: 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. Thursdays. Kids can follow instructions or create something completely new while expanding their imaginations with additional STEM challenges for each age group.LEGO and STEM items supplied are for library use only. Register by calling the library at 570-287-2013, ext. 239.
Journaling and meditation: 10 to 11 a.m. Third Monday of the month. Bennett Reading Room and Jane Nicholson Reading Nook. Journals and light refreshments provided. Call the library to register.
45 Laflin Road, Laflin, 570-654-3323, laflinlibrary.org
Laflin Book Discussion Group: New members welcome. Contact the library for information.
35 Kirby Ave., Mountain Top, 570-474-9313, kirbylib.org, [email protected]
Chronic wasting disease presentation: 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19. Presented by Pennsylvania Game Commission Wildlife Biologist Robyn Crouthamel; informational program on chronic wasting disease that is a threat to deer and elk in Pennsylvania. Feeding deer is strongly discouraged and is illegal within Pennsylvania’s existing areas established to try to control the disease’s spread, called Disease Management Areas in portions of Carbon, Columbia, Luzerne and Schuylkill counties. To register, call or visit the library.
Socrates Café: 6 p.m. Fourth Wednesday of the month. Reading room. New members welcome. Socrates Café is a gathering where people from different backgrounds get together and exchange thoughtful ideas and experiences. Facilitated by Steve Wallace. Call the library for information.
Seniors Connect and Bridging the Tech Gap: Hourly classes offered at 3:30 p.m. every Friday and 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. every other Saturday. To register, stop by the circulation desk or call the library and set up an appointment.
Library fundraiser: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22. Barnes and Noble, Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre Twp. Customers will be offered a voucher to present to the cashier when making a purchase; a percentage of sales will be donated to the library. All profits benefit the scholarship fund for area graduating seniors.
Nuangola Library Book Club: 10 a.m. every Tuesday during the summer; every other Tuesday during the winter. Members read their own choice of book and report on it at the meetings. All welcome.
71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, 570-823-0156, osterhout.info
Friends of the Osterhout Free Library Book Shop: Carr’s Corner, November special, $1 cookbooks. Open during regular library hours.
47 Broad St., Pittston, 570-654-9565, pittstonmemoriallibrary.org
Babies and Books: 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For infants up to 2 years old. Connect with other parents on a weekly basis and bring your little ones for nursery rhymes, books, and more.
Toddler/Preschool Storytime: 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Aimed at ages 2 to 5, but all children welcome. Let’s have fun while we listen to stories, sing some songs, and participate in other fun activities.
Silver Screen Movie Club: 1 p.m. Wednesdays. Meet in the Reading Room every Wednesday for a classic film and limited refreshments.
Building Hours: 3 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays. Each week, we will be making fun creations out of various blocks to display in the Children’s Department. Children and their parents and guardians are welcome to participate.
Family Time Fridays: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays. Join us for games, activities, crafts, and more.
Teen Nights: 5:30 p.m. Thursdays. For ages 12 to 18. Participate in various themed activities and enjoy some snacks.
107 W. Main St., Plymouth, 570-779-4775
200 Exeter Ave., West Pittston, 570-654-9874, westpittston.luzernelibraries.org
121 Towanda St., White Haven, 570-443-8776, https://whitehavenlibrary.com
White Haven Area Community Library sponsors annual Holiday Quilts and Crafts Show: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Former De Witt homestead, 231 Wilkes-Barre St., White Haven and White Haven Area Community library, 121 Towanda St., White Haven. Includes quilts created by the Cranberry Quilt Guild; variety of craft vendors; homemade soups and chili available for purchase at the library; carolers; raffle baskets; bake sale. Tickets, $5; purchase in advance at the library and at each location day of. For information, call 570-443-8776. All proceeds benefit the library.
358 Wyoming Ave., Wyoming, 570-693-1364, wyomingfreelibrary.com
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