Join Abington Community Library and the Lackawanna County Area Agency on Aging on Wednesday, April 2 at 6:00 P.M. to learn about different types of scams that affect the senior population, how to identify them, and available resources for victims....

Support Abington Community Library with an afternoon of BINGO on Sunday, March 30 at 1:00 P.M. Play for a variety of Vera Bradley handbags, totes, sling backpacks, duffels, and more, with an average retail value of $75. The event will take place...

Our next ABC Play With Me, a Family Place five week workshop series begins soon! Choose from Wednesday March 19 - April 16 at 6:00 PM OR Thursday March 20 - April 17 at 10:00 AM. The Family Place Parent/Child...

At this point in the year, we're all ready for warmer temperatures and sunny days. With spring on its way, we won't have to wait much longer to enjoy fresh blooms, blue skies, and all the joys the season has...

In Honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday, March is celebrated as National Reading Month. This observance is a great opportunity to foster a love of books and highlight the importance of reading. Reading is one of the best habits to develop,...

During the month of March, we take time to honor, commemorate, and celebrate the vital role women play in history and the world at large. The observance dates back to initial celebrations of International Women's Day in the early 1900s...

Join your local Library to turn trash into treasure and make a difference in your community! The Lackawanna County Library System has partnered with the Lackawanna County Office of Environmental Sustainability for an exciting program. Kids ages 5 through 10...

Schedule a Mother's Day or Easter portrait to support the Valley Community Library! Pictures will be at the library at 739 River Street, Peckville. March 15th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMMarch 16th, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM Pictures are $15...

While many of us are taught from a young age that birds fly South for the winter, up to 25% of North American birds bear the brunt of the harsh winter weather.  Despite their small size and light weight, many...

September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month and April has National Library Week but, this month is dedicated to YOU, our fiction fanatics, biblio buffs, and DVD devotees!  February is National Library Lovers Month where we celebrate those who are...