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Join us at Hillside Park under the pavilion for an evening with Abigail Adams, portrayed by globally acclaimed author Deborah Courville. She'll speak about the role of women in early America and her own life and times. Tickets are $30...

Have you registered for our virtual SummerQuest? There's still time to join this free, fun challenge where all ages may log their reading and activities to earn virtual badges! Register here with the Abington Community Library before July 31 to...

The rising tensions of July 27, 1877 are reflected in the letters and telegrams found in Mayor McKune’s papers. On July 27th, Mayor McKune met with the Brotherhood of Trainmen to discuss a potential return to work. Railway workers, firemen,...

The events of July 26, 1877 focused on preparing for the anticipated clashes between strikers, and the military presence in Scranton. The relatively calm day is reflected in Mayor McKune’s papers though a telegram to Governor Hartranft and letter from...

Mayor McKune’s papers related to the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, begin on July 25, 1877 with a proclamation issued by Mayor McKune and a telegram from Governor John F. Hartranft. Railway workers and miners continued to strike and make...

In order to understand Mayor McKune’s papers on the Great Railroad Strike of 1877, the backgrounds of the major figured he corresponded with or about should be examined. Many of the figures are veterans of the Civil War or prominent...

Student Success: SPECIAL PARENT SESSION Helping Parents Prepare Teens & Pre-Teens for School Date: Wed., July 29, 2020 Time: 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm ET The kids are all right...but could you help them do better? Learn how to help your teens and pre-teens get...

The Abington Community Library has an immediate full-time opening, Circulation Plus. If you're interested in working with a vibrant, creative team to provide services and resources, please respond with your Resume and Letter of Interest (outlining the reasons for your...

Recently, the Scranton Public Library’s Reference Department became aware of documents from former Scranton Mayor Robert H. McKune in our collection. Before becoming Mayor, McKune traveled to California during the Gold Rush, fought in the Battle of Antietam during the...

The Abington Community Library is pleased to present a new series entitled “Conversations Matter” which explores current events and promotes discussion and change in our community. Our first program will focus on "Black Lives Matter" and systemic racism in America....