Great Reads of 2018
There were so many great books in 2018! Below are the books that stayed memorable to me throughout the year; these were the books I shoved into the hands of friends and gushed about across the circulation desk to patrons....
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Winter storytimes beginning soon!
Winter is here and even though the weather may be frightful, it's a delightful time to visit the library and join our upcoming storytime programs! Our next five week session will begin for preschoolers on Tuesday January 15 for ages...
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Season’s Greetings!
From our library family to yours, may your holidays be merry and bright!
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Analyze Your Body Composition @ the Library
Register today for a new program at the Abington Community Library introducing InBody570: The Body Composition Analysis (fees apply, see below). Join us on Saturday, January 12th, between 11AM-2PM to learn all about your body: -Percent Body Fat (gauge your...
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Program Highlight: Read to Dogs
[caption id="" align="alignnone" width="294"] Photo from Abington Suburban, July 19, 2018[/caption] Volunteers from Therapy Dogs, International gather each month at the Abington Community Library for an evening of reading and togetherness. Library patrons may do a double-take when dogs walk...
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Collection for St. Joseph’s Center
Throughout the month of December, donate gloves, mittens, scarves and hats to any library in Lackawanna County Library System. These will be given to the St. Joseph's Center to help the kids stay warm and cozy this winter. Thank you!
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Staff Picks: Holiday Reads
We're counting down the days until Christmas. To make your season extra merry and bright, try out these recommended reads from Abington Community Library staff: Christmas at Little Beach Street Bakery by Jenny Colgan (adult) The Christmas Train by David...
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Let Your Life Speak: An Artist Talk with Cindy Reynolds
Join artist Cindy Reynolds as she speaks about her artwork, inspiration, and unique path post-retirement. Her solo exhibition, "Seasonal Sentiments" is on display throughout the Library during the month of December. Her art features intimate winter scenes alongside inspirational sayings....
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Wreath and Poinsettia Fundraiser
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Take a walk and help your brain.
Having trouble remembering everything on your to-do list? A New York Times recently published article by Gretchen Reynolds explains how even a 10-minute stroll can be good for the brain. The article details a study showing that people who exercised...
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