News Category: Lackawanna County Library System

Looking for something to read to get in the mood for the summer or want a new read for a trip or vacation? Check out these recommendations or browse the catalog and enjoy summer with a good book. These titles...

The Lackawanna County Library System offers many great resources to help patrons look into their family history and do genealogical research. A valid Lackawanna County Library System library card grants access to many online databases, several of which can assist...

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa shares her favorite articles about speakeasies in Scranton, Pennsylvania with Jenny. It includes a lively discussion of pinochle, raids on speakeasies, and even a murder. We hope you enjoy! To view...

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Jenny discuss the history of prohibition in Scranton. This includes a discussion of raids on speakeasies and enforcement. We hope you enjoy! To view the resources used in the episode...

Join Abington Community Library for our ongoing series "Aging in Place." This session will feature Hospice of the Sacred Heart and will cover all things related to Hospice and providing comfort, care, hope and choice to yourself and loved ones...

Join Abington Community Library for a 7 week series on wellness with Certified Wellness Practitioner, Annina Mirza. Our well-being is influenced by circumstances that are out of our control but how we respond to these situations is in our control....

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Ann discuss the A&E documentary, Jonestown: The Women Behind the Massacre. The documentary, which is available on Kanopy, uses first person accounts to explore the influence and life of four...

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa interviews Kathryn and Susan about the history of the Dalton Community Library. The history of the library is a story of community involvement and support. We also discuss current programs offered...

“All Together Now” is the theme for this year's Summer Quest, an all-ages reading and activity extravaganza that will keep you engaged and active all summer. Our program will be taking place from Tuesday, June 20 through Saturday, August 12....

During June, help the Women's Resource Center by donating items like: shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, and period products. Items may be dropped off at any library in Lackawanna County during business hours. The Women's Resource Center " provides comprehensive services...