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Self Defense Program for Teens

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Self Defense Program for Teens

Join Aaron Turner of Tiger Karate Academy for two weeks of self defense classes! He will teach you basic and fun self defense and karate moves, give you confidence building tools, and teach you how to break a board with...
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Lexivore Podcast Episode 10 – Patron Roundup

In the 10th episode of Lexivore, Renee and Megha welcome a guest for this episode, Chris Fotta, and have some lovely conversation with him about libraries, books, and other interesting things. We also have some listener participation going on, like...
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Gina Rice’s Artist Talk

In the sad event you missed Gina Rice's Artist Talk for her exhibition at the Abington Community Library, "Whimsical to Wearable: Gina Rice", you can read her transcript below. Find her work on Instagram at: @vixenvice. Gina Rice Transcript  
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READ-A-THON: A New Fundraiser for the Whole Family

We're hosting a Read-A-Thon! The Library will be open for a twenty-four hour period to allow for non-stop reading! Participants will pick up a registration form and ask friends, family, or neighbors for sponsorship. The sponsorship is a flat donation...
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Focus Group Opportunity

We're hosting a special focus group dedicated to library topics. We are always trying to better serve our community and your feedback is vital to us! If you have opinions on what we do well and areas for improvement, we'd...
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Books for Memory Challenged Adults

There are an estimated 5.8 million adults in the United States who live with Alzheimer's dementia. You may know that listening to and singing familiar music can engage Alzheimer and dementia patients. But research has also shown that books written...
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Let’s Get Messy!

If you're a teen who likes science AND likes to get messy, the Abington Community Library is the place for you! We're having 4 Messy Science programs this summer for teens going into grades 5-12. These programs will have lots...
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Book Tasting

You'll never know if you like something until you taste it! Stop in the Ryon Community Room on Monday June 17th from 1-6 PM to "sample" books from various genres. Find your new favorite book, maybe something unexpected! No registration...
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SummerQuest 2019

SummerQuest begins today! SummerQuest is a dynamic learning challenge for all ages. By spending time outdoors and having tech-free meals, as well as a variety of activities, you'll earn raffle tickets, book nook coupons and a chance to win larger...
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The Battle Is On!

Join a team at the Abington Community Library as we prepare to compete against readers from all over Lackawanna County in Battle of the Books! Junior Battle of the Books (JBOB) is open to readers going into 4-6th grade, and...
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