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Grant Recipient Featured on YALSA Blog | Albright Memorial Library

Over the summer, our very own Young Adult Librarian, Anna Kilcullen, received a $1,000 grant from Baker and Taylor and the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA). The Collection Development […]

Scranton Public Library Open on Columbus Day | Albright Memorial Library

The Albright Memorial Library, Nancy Kay Holmes Library, and the Lackawanna County Children’s Library will be open regular hours on Columbus Day, Monday, October 10. To view the libraries’ hours, […]

Student Discount for Chris Smither in Concert | Albright Memorial Library

Calling all college and university students! The Scranton Public Library’s fundraising concert, featuring Chris Smither, now has discounted tickets for college and university students. Tickets are $12 when you show […]

Go Green at the Library: Save Energy and Money in the Kitchen | Albright Memorial Library

The kitchen is home to some of the largest energy-consuming appliances.  As the cooler months draw near, we’ll be using our ovens and stoves more often. It’s no surprise then […]

Read like the President! | Albright Memorial Library

Want to read like the President this summer? President Obama recently released his summer reading list. Borrow any of his picks for free with your library card!   Barbarian Days: […]

Go Green with the Library: Natural Fertilizers | Albright Memorial Library

Last month, we celebrated Earth Day by learning what kinds of plants are native to our area. This month, we’ll break down the best natural fertilizers to use on your […]

Go Green with the Library: Energy Calculators | Albright Memorial Library

Winter has certainly arrived, but now is a great time to know how well your home or business is energy efficient. Energy calculators can help you measure how much energy […]

Library Lovers Month Coloring Contest! | Albright Memorial Library

February is Library Lover’s Month, so to kick off this awesome month, the library is holding a Coloring Contest. The contest is open to children, teens, and adults. During your […]

Go Green with the Library: Natural Ice Melts | Albright Memorial Library

As winter sets in, more of us will be buying rock salt to clean our driveways and sidewalks. Unfortunately, all of that rock salt can end up in our water supply due […]

Go Green with the Library: Holiday Recycling | Albright Memorial Library

According to Eco-cycle, the majority of people will create 25% more trash during the holiday season. But there are easy ways for you to stay green this holiday season and […]