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We’re Turning 60!

On Saturday, January 11, the Abington Community Library turns 60 years old. We hope you will attend our celebration - we're having cake and punch and lots of fun. During the month of January, we'll have photographs on display from...
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One Staff Member’s Favorite Books of 2019

At the end of the year, I like to reflect on the books I've read over the year. I review my list on Goodreads and try to narrow down the ones which really stuck out to me -- the ones...
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ACL Opening at 11AM

Due to weather conditions, the Abington Community Library will open on Tuesday, December 17 at 11 AM. Need something to read before then? Download an e-book or audiobook from the Libby app!
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Looking for a unique holiday gift?

Looking for a unique and perfect holiday gift? Consider purchasing a 12 pack of hand-drawn and painted "Our Town" blank note cards created by local artist, Shirley Eagan for just $15! Mrs. Eagan's cards reflect the beauty of our town...
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Computer Science Education Week? We’ve got a resource for that!

Did you know that Computer Science Education Week is December 9-15th? Computer Science and STEAM are important topics of education and work force development.  We have a few resources for those looking into learning more about the field via the...
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Lackawanna County Library System Receives National Grant To Highlight Science Advances in Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Procedures

The Lackawanna County Library System is pleased to announce it was one of nearly 200 facilities in the United States selected to receive a grant from the ASRT National Library Partnership to purchase books that focus on radiologic technology’s role...
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Check out a SAD lamp at the Library

If you suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder you are not alone.  Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons.  SAD typically begins and ends at about the same time every year.  Some symptoms...
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#GivingTuesday

Today is #GivingTuesday! It is a chance for you to support local non-profits and we hope you will consider us today! We have a link on our Facebook page or you can go to our website and click the blue...
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Books & Bites

Welcome to our newest book club! We'll discuss a selected book while eating and enjoying specially curated food. The food featured and provided by a staff facilitator will relate to the book in some sense, whether it be linked to...
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Being Grateful this Holiday Season

'Tis the season to reflect on all that we have and all that has happened this year. Snag one of these books, available in the Lackawanna County Library System, to read on the topic of thankfulness. 365 Thank Yous by...
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