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Can’t seem to get the puzzle pieces to fit together while doing a research project? Trying to fill the blanks in your family tree to learn more about yourself? Looking to learn more about Black Freedom movements, local family histories,...

Delve into the history of William Penn and his relationship with the Native American’s of Pennsylvania this month. Pennsylvania’s namesake chartered treaties with the local Delaware Tribe. Penn was one of the few leaders who tried to set an example...

November 13th, 10 AM- 4 PM and November 14th, 11 AM- 4 PM, come and shop handmade items from local vendors, just in time for the holidays! Enjoy free admission to this craft fair. Additionally, purchase tickets today for exciting...

The last episode of the year is here! Join Renee and Megha with special guest Nancy Burke as they discuss their favorite reads of the past year as well as explore the most checked out items from Abington and the...

Volunteers are needed to help us prepare our garden for winter!  On Saturday, November 6th, we will be spreading cardboard (10am), raking leaves (11am), and applying topsoil (12pm.)  Please bring your own gloves and rakes.  We hope you can join...

 Lackawanna County Library System is pleased to announce the launch of Brainfuse JobNow™ – a versatile online service designed to support every step of the job search process. Services through JobNow™ include live interview coaching, resume-building tools, varied career resources to help...

  On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Mike discuss the Scranton Public Library's role in the Victory Book Campaign. Between 1942 and 1943, the campaign encouraged the public to donate books to be sent to servicemen...

Looking for new items at the library? At Abington Community Library, Blue = New! Our new items for adults, young adults, and children (books, dvds, talking books, etc.) are marked with a blue strip of tape to let you know...

Join us for our next session of storytimes at the Abington Community Library: Toddler (ages 2-3) on Wednesdays Nov. 3, 10, 17, and Dec. 1; Baby (ages 0-2) on Fridays Nov. 5, 12, 19, and Dec. 3; Preschool (ages 3-5)...

Each month, libraries in Lackawanna County promote a local organization and their specific needs at that time. November’s organization is Friends of the Poor and they are looking for donations of new kids’ pajamas for all ages. Donations may be made directly...