Still need a gift idea?
Krispy Kreme doughnut gift certificates are the perfect gift for the holidays or just a sweet treat for yourself! Buy a certificate for one dozen original glazed doughnuts for $11.00 and the Friends of the Abington Community Library will receive...
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Stories and Signs Holidays
Join us for a holiday Stories and Signs with songs, stories, signing and bubbles too! Presented in partnership with the Scranton School for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children and our adult ASL students. Program will be held on Friday...
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Apply to Be Part of VCL’s Board
Are you looking for a way to serve your community? Consider becoming a board member of the Valley Community Library. Board members are advocates of the library in the community and are responsible for planning the future of the library,...
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Magazines and Comics Now Available in Our Digital Collection
We are excited to announce that you can now borrow thousands of magazines and comics our as part of digital collection with Libby . Enjoy up-to-date periodicals and keep up with your favorite heroes online using your computer, eReader, tablet,...
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Local Donations for the Holidays
This holiday season, consider making a difference by donating to local organizations and charities. Whether it’s food, clothing, toys, or monetary contributions, your generosity can help brighten the holidays for those in need. Local Organizations accepting donations this holiday season:...
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Get a Head Start on Your New Year’s Resolutions
Getting started on New Year's resolutions begins with setting clear, realistic, and meaningful goals that genuinely inspire you. Reflect on areas of your life you’d like to improve. The Lackawanna County Library System has many resources to help you with...
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National Learn a Foreign Language Month
December is National Learn a Foreign Language Month, encouraging individuals to embrace the advantages of language learning, facilitating cultural appreciation, cognitive enrichment and personal and professional development. Learning a new language also provides a boost to our brains by improving...
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All Aboard for Conductor Cody’s Holiday Express!
Get ready for a magical railway adventure at your local Library! Conductor Cody will be making stops at each Lackawanna County Library System location to share magic, stories, and plenty of excitement for kids of all ages. In the spirit...
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Celebrate Native American Heritage this November
With the harvest season in full swing, it is a great opportunity for us to reflect on the rich culture, beautiful traditions, and paramount contributions Native Americans add to the country we live in today. Though proclamations exist as early...
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Cozy Up with an eBook this Fall
With the leaves falling and cooler temperatures arriving in our area, it's a great opportunity to relax at home and enjoy all the good things fall has to offer. While you're getting cozy, don't forget that the Library is here...
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