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It’s Not Too Late!

Did you sign up for SummerQuest 2019 weeks ago? Did you spend your summer reading and completing lots of activities on your log? Well, it's not too late to turn your log in and get raffle tickets and prizes! Friday...
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Messy Science Experiments!

Whether your kids had a great time with us for messy science this summer or they weren't able to make the sessions, fear not! We have a few recipes and experiments for you and your kids to try at home!...
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Let’s “Make It” A Party!

Celebrate all your hard work during the SummerQuest challenge! On Monday August 5, stop by the Abington Community Library anytime between 11:00 am and 2:00 pm to participate in our pop-up makerspace. Use the materials provided for kids, teens, and...
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Self Defense Program for Teens

Join Aaron Turner of Tiger Karate Academy for two weeks of self defense classes! He will teach you basic and fun self defense and karate moves, give you confidence building tools, and teach you how to break a board with...
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READ-A-THON: A New Fundraiser for the Whole Family

We're hosting a Read-A-Thon! The Library will be open for a twenty-four hour period to allow for non-stop reading! Participants will pick up a registration form and ask friends, family, or neighbors for sponsorship. The sponsorship is a flat donation...
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Let’s Get Messy!

If you're a teen who likes science AND likes to get messy, the Abington Community Library is the place for you! We're having 4 Messy Science programs this summer for teens going into grades 5-12. These programs will have lots...
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Summer Quest for All Ages

The Carbondale Public Library is getting ready to start our Summer Quest programs on June 17th. We have something for everyone. Complete activities at your own pace, and earn prizes as you go. Young children (preschool and under) can have...
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Book Tasting

You'll never know if you like something until you taste it! Stop in the Ryon Community Room on Monday June 17th from 1-6 PM to "sample" books from various genres. Find your new favorite book, maybe something unexpected! No registration...
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SummerQuest 2019

SummerQuest begins today! SummerQuest is a dynamic learning challenge for all ages. By spending time outdoors and having tech-free meals, as well as a variety of activities, you'll earn raffle tickets, book nook coupons and a chance to win larger...
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The Battle Is On!

Join a team at the Abington Community Library as we prepare to compete against readers from all over Lackawanna County in Battle of the Books! Junior Battle of the Books (JBOB) is open to readers going into 4-6th grade, and...
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