PITTSTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
The library follows the Pittston Area School District for weather delays and closings.
Hours: Monday and Thursday, noon to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, closed; Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fill a Bag Book Sale date change
Due to potential weather issues, our Friends have decided to change the date of the Fill A Bag Book Sale to Saturday, Jan. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are completely overflowing with thousands of new to you books in every genre.
Mini-Golf in the library
Join us Feb. 21 for our Adult Putt & Party. $25 per person or two people for $40. This event is for ages 21 and up and includes mini golf, music by DJ JJ Lombardo, appetizers, beer and sangria, raffles
Feb. 22 is All Ages Mini Golf! $5 for ages 5 and up includes mini golf and lunch. Under 5 is Free. Event includes mini golf, music by DJ JJ Lombardo, hot dog, chips and drink, raffles.
Open Mic Night
The Pittston Memorial Library is hosting an Open Mic Night Friday, Feb. 28. Musicians, singers, poets and standup welcome to sign up for this 18+ event. Deadline for signup is Feb. 4. Anyone interested in performing is asked to call the library at 570-654-9565.
Blood drive
Mark your calendars for Feb. 27 from 1 to 6 p.m. for a blood drive at the Pittston Library.
Make grocery bag mats
Learn how to make grocery bag mats for our homeless community. Come to a class Tuesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.
Chair Yoga with Lisa
Join us for a 3-week chair yoga series. Cost is $30 and classes are as follows: Jan. 27 1 p.m., Feb. 3 at 1 p.m., Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. Message the page or call the library to register. Registration is confirmed upon payment which must be made at the library.
Movie Night for Adults
Join us for a free movie Jan. 29 at 6:30 p.m. in the John P. Cosgrove Center. Call 570-654-9565 to register and for the title.
Children’s programming
Winter READO
All kids, ages birth through fifth grade, are invited to participate in our Winter READ-O program. Pick up a sheet beginning Saturday, Feb. 1 and have fun completing the requirements for a free book. The program will continue through the end of March. The last date to turn in the completed sheet with be Monday, March 30. Call 570-654-9565 ext. 26 for more information. There’s no need to register; just stop by for a copy of the READ-O sheet (or print one out).
Tales on Tuesday
Tales on Tuesday with Miss Kristin features age-appropriate stories, songs, activities, and free play for infants, toddlers and pre-school age children. Our programs are as follows: Books and Babies for ages newborn to 18 months at 9:30 a.m., Terrific Twos for ages 18 months to 3 years at 10:30 a.m. and Preschool Pals for ages 3 to 5 years at 11:30 a.m. Registration is required. Sign-ups are available in our children’s wing or by calling our children’s department at 570-654-9565 ext. 26. Session ends Feb. 11.
Grown-Up and Me
Kids 18 months to age 5 are welcome to bring their grownup to the library for a fun story, craft and free play on Monday evenings. Our program is split into two sessions. Kids 18 months to 3 meet at 5:30 p.m. and kids 3 to 5 meet at 6 p.m. Registration is required by calling 570-654-9565 ext. 26. Session ends Feb. 10.
Furry Tails Reading Partners
Join us for our Furry Tails reading program. Children can choose their favorite books to read to gentle, lovable, and furry therapy dogs. The second Saturday of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Building Club
Anyone ages 3-11 are welcome to “free build” whatever they’d like. We provide the Legos or Lincoln Logs; you provide the creativity. We will give you a name tag when you are finished so you can display your creation on our book shelves. Building club meets every Monday from 4 to 5 p.m.
Tweens & Teens
Pageturners Tween Bookclub
Calling all fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. If you like to read for fun, talk about books, enjoy a snack, and love doing crafts/activities, then this is the club for you! Miss Noelle and Miss Kristin are going to discuss the 2018 Newberry Medal Winner, “Hello, Universe” by Erin Entrada Kelly. We will provide a snack and make a craft or do an activity related to the book. Call us at 570-654-9565 ext. 26 to register for this free club. Copies of the book are available at the library or you’re welcome to bring your own copy.
TRL Teen Bookclub
Join our Teen Book Club for our latest read, “The Diviners,” by Libba Bray on Saturday, Feb. 8 at 11 a.m.. For more information on how to join us, message the Facebook page or call 570-654-9565.
Adult Programming
Book Club
Join our book club every second Monday of the month as we discuss our latest read. This coming month we’ll discuss “The Death of Mrs. Westaway” on Monday, Jan. 13 at 6 p.m.. Books are limited but available at the front desk.
Crochet Club
Beginner? Advanced? Everyone’s welcome at our Crochet Club. We meet Tuesdays from 10 to 11:45 a.m. Bring your own supplies, including a crochet hook sized I, J, or K and yarn.
Friends of the Pittston Library
Want to give back to our library? Become a friend The Friends meet the fourth Monday of every month at 6 p.m. in the library. New members are always welcome! For more information, call the library at 570-654-9565.
Mini-Golf
Join us Feb. 21 for our Adult Putt & Party. Cost is $25 per person or two for $40. This event is for ages 21 and up and includes mini golf, music by DJ JJ Lombardo, appetizers, beer and sangria and raffles.
Feb. 22 is All Ages Mini Golf. Cost is $5 for ages 5 and up and includes mini golf and lunch. Under 5 is Free. Event includes mini golf, music by DJ JJ Lombardo, hot dog, chips and drink and raffles.
WEST PITTSTON LIBRARY
ADULT EVENTS
No-Sew fleece blankets
Monday, Jan.20, 2 to 7 p.m.
Learn how to make these easy, no sew blankets with a relaxing class. Bring friends and learn a new skill that you can use again and again. Registration for this event must be done in advance and can be done in person or by calling 654.9847.
Craft Night: Leather accessories
Thursday, Jan. 30, 7 p.m.
Try your hand at a stamped leather accessory using simple tools and techniques. You will leave the class with a handmade bookmark or necklace, and the skills to try this trendy craft at home. This class costs $5, which includes all materials.
TEEN EVENTS
Bad Art Night
Wednesday, Jan. 22, 6:30 p.m.
Open access to a pile of art supplies and a slideshow of Pinterest Fails leads to a surprising and highly creative atmosphere where we will highlight the best worst piece of art in a Bad Art Exhibition. Browse the entries and vote for your favorite.Registration for this event must be done in advance and can be done in person or by calling 654.9847.
CHILDREN’S EVENTS
Woven Baby Turtles
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 1:30 p.m.
With just a few popsicle sticks and some yarn, kids will practice patterning and finger dexterity and leave with an adorable, colorful pet. Registration for this event must be done in advance and can be done in person or by calling 654.9847.
LEGOmania
Tuesday, Jan. 28, 6:30 p.m.
It’s National LEGO Day and everything is awesome when we celebrate with you! Join us for games, races, building challenges and more! Bring your own Legos, since our supplies are limited. We are also looking for donations of any Lego blocks for future programs. Registration for this event must be done in advance and can be done in person or by calling 654.984
WYOMING FREE LIBRARY
‘Poldark’ season five discussion
The library will hold a discussion group from 5 to 6 p.m. Mondays during the fifth season of “Poldark.”
LAFLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
The Laflin Library is located at 47 Laflin Road. Library hours are Tuesday through Friday 3 until 6:30 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and may be reached by calling 570-654-3323.
