News Category: Lackawanna County Library System

TeenTober is a nationwide celebration of library programs and services dedicated to teens in our communities. Created by YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association), a division of the American Library Association, TeenTober now combines previous celebrations including Teen Tech Week...

The Lackawanna County Library System strives to make technology more accessible to our community.  To do so, we ask that you fill out the “Community Technology Needs Survey.” It will take 5 minutes to complete. Whether you use the library...

As the weather continues to cool down and we head into the winter months, libraries in Lackawanna County are again promoting community donations of new and gently used coats for those in need. If you are able, please donate coats,...

October is officially here which means it's time for candy, costumes, and a good Halloween book! Check out our book recommendation lists below based on age groups to get you into the Halloween spirit. Borrow these titles with your library...

  On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Michele cover horror, thriller, and mystery book recommendations from the staff of the Scranton Public Library. We hope you enjoy and find something new to read! To listen to...

  On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Jess discuss the paintings that can be found throughout the Albright Memorial Library. This includes a discussion of Theobald Chartran, Bayard Henry Tyler, Elizabeth Arthur, and the surprising connection...

The library's online catalog is undergoing a redesign and the new layout will be live starting Monday, September 27th.  New features include reviews, personal booklist, the ability to follow reviewers, and more!  You can search the catalog by clicking on...

The Abington Community Library, Clarks Summit, is seeking lump sum bids from Contractors for construction improvements at the project site located at 1200 West Grove Street, Clarks Summit, PA 18411. The scope of work includes various interior and exterior repair...

  On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Jeanie Sluck from the Taylor Community Library joins Alyssa to discuss the Hyde Park Branch Library. They discuss Jeanie's time working at the Hyde Park Branch, how the branch was started,...

We are back with an all new series of episodes! On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Scott discuss the Silkman House, which would become the Providence Branch of the Scranton Public Library. The topics in this...