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Chill out with a book and a movie | Abington Community Library

Leaves are falling, pumpkins are on doorsteps, and a chilly wind is blowing. Fall is in the air and it’s the perfect time to “chill out” with a good book or movie. Better yet, try a book AND its movie for a chilling good time. Some ideas to get you started: Silence of the Lambs […]

Friends Fall Book Sale | Abington Community Library

It’s that time again! The Friends of the Abington Community Library Fall Book Sale will be held on Saturday Oct. 5 from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church. Don’t miss this chance to browse thousands of adult and children’s books, DVDs, and CDs priced from $.25 to $2.00; credit […]

Elections and the Supreme Court: Perspectives from the Bench | Abington Community Library

Spend an evening with Judge Tom Vanaskie as he discusses his experiences as a federal judge, shares about the need for judicial independence, and discusses the impact of the upcoming election on the federal judiciary, especially the Supreme Court. Don’t miss this fascinating presentation on Tuesday, October 1 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM. Call the library […]

Paw Open a Good Book | Abington Community Library

Library staff member Laura, here! I’m sharing some of my new favorite dog books, since those are the only ones I’ve been reading lately. I’ve had my dog Charlie for just a couple months now, and he’s inspired me to immerse myself in sweet dog stories. So grab a cup of tea, cuddle up with […]

Essential Read: Bottle of Lies by Katherine Eban | Abington Community Library

  For most of us, picking up family prescriptions at the local drugstore is just a part of our weekly “to-do” list, and we take them as directed daily in an effort to maintain or improve our health.   A chapter or two into the new book “Bottle of Lies” from investigative journalist Katherine Eban, we […]

Calling All Cooks!! | Abington Community Library

Calling all Community Cooks! Turn your Culinary Love into Books!… and services at Abington Community Library!  Feature that fabulous appetizer, soup, salad or dessert that friends and family can’t resist, at our 5th annual “Tasting by the Book”, an evening of fine food, live music and convivial conversation taking place at Abington Community Library on […]

Lexivore Podcast Episode 11 Children’s Literature | Abington Community Library

In Episode 11 of Lexivore, Renee and Megha are joined by two guests, local authors – Becky Loescher who writes children’s picture books and poetry, and Cindy Noonan who writes historical fiction for children. We discuss writing, publishing, and the writer’s group they are both members of, and then a few of their works – […]

September Programs to Expand Your Mind | Abington Community Library

Feeling blue the summer is over? Sign up for one of the countless programs we offer during September to cheer up! Learn something new when you attend “Northeastern Pennsylvania’s Civil War” program with historian and educator EJ Murphy on Thursday, September 12 at 6:30 PM.  Take in some art on Friday, September 13 at 6 […]

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month | Abington Community Library

While September conjures up thoughts of new backpacks and cooler weather, it also marks Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you have a friend, family member, or co-worker who doesn’t have a library card, now is the time. Having a library card opens up a world of opportunities for a person. A library card allows someone […]

Friends Board looking for new members! | Abington Community Library

Do you love the library? Do you like to help with fundraisers like the Friends Book Sales? Do you have ideas for providing support to the library? Do you like to give back to your community? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Friends of the Abington Community Library Board would like […]