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News Category: Lackawanna County Library System

North Pocono Public Library [Tales from the Albright]

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa discusses the history of the North Pocono Public Library with Justine and Chris. Chris and Justine provide insight into the every day workings of the library and their own experiences. They...
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Chop Out Hunger

The Scranton Public Library has partnered with Child Hunger Outreach Partners, an organization that is determined to eliminate childhood hunger in the United States. The Lackawanna County Library System is now participating in CHOP's Backpack Program, a free program consisting of...
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Chickens, Larceny, and Tattoos [Tales from the Albright]

We are back after an unexpected break! On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Briana and Alyssa discuss three mugshots from the Department of Public Safety Collection. They discuss Joseph Whitney, who tried to use a forged check, before...
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August 2022 Community Collection

The month of August brings along a collection for the NEPA Youth Shelter. Please consider donating the following: Baking Items (flour, white or brown sugar, baking soda, baking powder, pancake mix, vanilla extract) Cooking Items (vegetable oil, stuffing mix, sweet...
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A Day of Animals, Science, and Literature

We still have space for A Day of Animals, Science and Literature at Indraloka Animal Sanctuary. This fun learning experience will be a day full of exploring animals, our health, and creative writing and visual arts. Each day will provide...
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Audit Proposals Sought by LCLS

The Lackawanna County Library System is seeking proposals from certified public accountants or firms to provide audit services for the Library System and its seven member libraries. The Request for Proposal is available now. Proposals are due by 4 PM...
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What’s Your Sign?- Virgo Edition

Join the Abington Community Library and Laura Kurilla in a monthly series highlighting the astrology sign of the month. This month’s program will focus on the astrological sign Virgo. This event will be a discussion on Virgo, crystals related to...
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Keep Your Car Running with Auto Repair Source

Your library card gives you access to Auto Repair Source, an online tool to find manufacturing information for most automobiles. Search your car's make, model, and year to find specifications and recommended maintenance windows. Click here to use Auto Repair...
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Shoplifting Trio [Tales from the Albright]

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Jess and Alyssa discuss a shoplifting ring that took place across Scranton, Wilkes-Barre, and Pittston. Myra Brown and Edith Connell, worked with Annie Bachman to steal numerous items from stores in all...
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Join The Big Library Read July 13-27, 2022

Join the Big Library Read digital book club! Borrow the e-book of The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake from our digital collection with no waitlists or holds. New to Libby? Download the app on your smartphone, tablet, or...
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