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A heartfelt thank you goes out to our vendors, volunteers, community, and staff who supported our 6th annual Dorothy Boccella Holiday Marketplace last weekend. The Abington Community Library was definitely THE place to be, whether you were searching for the perfect...

A new resource, Community and Church Cookbooks from Northeastern Pa.,  has just been added to the Lackawanna Valley Digital Archives. This collection of cookbooks contains hundreds of unique recipes. Find many ethnic and cultural favorites all in one location. So many recipes...

Read His Favorites List   “Read any good books lately?” is a conversation starter for many readers for there is something endlessly fascinating to a reader about what other people read. When the New York Times asked Bruce Springsteen what...

Although most county librarians did vote last week, that wasn't the only reason all Lackawanna County libraries were closed on Election Day. For almost ten years, local librarians have met at the Scranton Cultural Center for Staff Development Day. Guest speakers,...

See Photos from this Event! Last Saturday, the patrons of Library Express had the opportunity to meet local author, Michael Kaminski and discuss his book, Life After Russian Roulette. We wish to thank Mr. Kaminski for taking the time to...

The Children's Library will be closed on Monday, November 10  for a small make over.  We are sorry for the inconvenience but think you will like the results! The Albright Library will be open if you need assistance.

Special thanks to ALWAYS IN STITCHES and Marie Littel for manning the BOUTIQUE this past weekend, and to all those that contributed: Always In Stitches, Caring Hands, Leigh-Ann Puchalski, Abington Community Library staff, and patrons. Well over $1,000 was raised at...

Saturday, November 8th from 2PM-4PM Join us as for a book signing with C.J. Messina, author of The Diary of P.O. Jones and Flight 7-10-4. All royalties from his books go to help widows and orphans of fallen police officers.

On Friday, December 5th, 7 - 9 PM at Albright Memorial Library (500 Vine Street, Scranton), come dressed as your favorite book, comic, movie, or anime/manga character and enjoy music, prizes, and refreshments! Costumes are encouraged but optional. Sponsored by...

The Library's Annual Fund Drive is announced! Your donation is what helps maintain our excellence. Simply drop off your donation or mail to the Library, 1200 W. Grove Street, Clarks Summit PA 18411 before Dec. 31. Thank you!