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We know that snowy weather and other concerns may prevent you from visiting the library in the next few weeks. The Scranton Public Library is now offering a Winter Loan Program. From November 2020-February 2021 borrow 10 or more items...

Your holidays will be sweeter when you buy Gertrude Hawk candy bars, each for only $1.00! We've got 13 different flavors including Milk Chocolate Pretzel and Dark Chocolate Lava Cake! This is the perfect time to stock up for the...

Library Express Bookstore will open at 9:00 am on Friday, November 27. Find deals on new and used books, literary gifts, mugs, tote bags, calendars, journals, and novelty stocking stuffers! Stay tuned for information on special Black Friday deals at...

The Scranton Public Library is seeking applications for a Van Driver. Position:  Van Driver Type:  Full Time Location:  Scranton Public Library Position Description JOB TITLE: Van Driver DEPARTMENT: District Library Center CLASSIFICATION: D REPORT TO: District Consultant STATUS: Full Time - 35 hours...

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The Scranton Public Library has a collection of church and community cookbooks that have been digitized for use on the Lackawanna Valley Digital Archives. Through November and December, a member of the SPL staff will be baking a recipe of...

Libraries Will Be Closed Thanksgiving is next week and in this most difficult of years we may find ourselves celebrating without the familiar large family gathering but the spirit of thankfulness should still be in our hearts. Libraries in Lackawanna...

Today, November 17th, we learned that one of our staff was in close contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19. The contact did not occur in the library. We are therefore temporarily closing Library Express for deep-cleaning. When we...

Did you know that Tutor.com is not just for students? With so many parents becoming academic mentors this year, Tutor.com has stepped up to put together a series that supports parents in this unique situation. This 1-to-1 series is available...

The computer lab's online schedule this week is: Monday - Word Tuesday - Excel Wednesday - Game Night Thursday - PowerPoint All sessions are held from 7-8PM and are free! Looking for one on one assistance? We offer Zoom virtual...