Scranton Public Library Opening at 11 AM, 2/6/25
The Scranton Public Library will open at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 6 due to winter weather conditions. This includes the Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, and the Nancy Kay Holmes Library.
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Job Openings at Scranton Public Library
The Scranton Public Library is looking to hire for the following job openings: Part-Time Circulation Clerk at Albright Memorial Library Part-Time Circulation Clerk at Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library Part-Time Maintenance Technician To see full job descriptions and to apply...
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Scranton Libraries Closed Sunday, January 19
Due to the impending snowstorm, all Scranton Public Library locations will be closed on Sunday, January 19. This includes the Albright Memorial Library and Lackawanna County Children's Library.
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Scranton Libraries Closed on Friday, 11/22
The Albright Memorial Library and the Lackawanna County Children's Library will be closed on Friday, November 22 due to inclement weather.
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Pajama Drive with Friends of the Poor
During the month of November, the Scranton Public Library is partnering with Friends of the Poor for a collection that benefits the local community. Through November 30, we are accepting donations of the following items: Pajamas Slippers Bathrobes Fuzzy socks...
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Mini Masterpieces For Teens is Back!
Calling all teens! Visit your local library this summer to participate in an exciting countywide program where you can create a mini masterpiece. Your artwork will be showcased at the Everhart Museum of Natural History, Science & Art in September! Don't miss...
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Swingin’ on Vine is Back for it’s 13th year!
Swingin’ On Vine for the Albright Memorial Library is a block party fundraiser that takes place in front of the Library on the 500 block on Vine St. in downtown Scranton. This year’s event is on Friday, June 7, 2024...
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Lansing C. Holden [Tales from the Albright]
On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Ann discuss the architect Lansing C. Holden, who designed the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library. They talk about his other projects, such as the Watres Armory and the Dixie Theatre,...
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Guess the Book (Again) [Tales from the Albright]
On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Kate try to guess books based on a bad plot summary and reviews. They discuss their own opinions of the books and their memories of reading them. We hope you...
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Book Discussion: The Secret Service of Tea and Treason [Tales from the Albright]
On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Briana discuss The Secret Service of Tea and Treason by India Holton. They discuss the book, what they thought the ending should have been, and similar titles. At the end...
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