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Scranton Reads Announces February Events | Albright Memorial Library

The Scranton Reads Committee is happy to release its full list of events happening all month long in February 2021. A list of these events and information on this year’s book “Never Caught” by Erica Armstrong Dunbar can be found on the Scranton Reads website: scrantonreads.org. Guests interested in participating in any of these events […]

PA’s Medicaid Informational Webinar Feb. 3 at 7 PM | Albright Memorial Library

Do you receive medical assistance or are you currently insured through Medicaid? Are you looking to receive medical assistance? Join us for this FREE MONTHLY virtual presentation about HealthChoices – the name of Pennsylvania’s managed care programs for medical assistance recipients. During this free session you’ll learn: • The basic components of HealthChoices • The […]

Teen and Children’s Winter Reading Challenge at Library Express | Library Express

The children’s Winter Reading Challenge started January 11th and runs until February 26th. Library Express made a raffle basket specifically for the children’s challenge. The theme this year is “Reading Takes You Places”. For every log page completed (either on paper or on Beanstack) and handed in by February 26th, earn tickets for the raffle […]

Scranton Public Library Will Reopen January 11 | Albright Memorial Library

Dear Patrons, The Scranton Public Library will be reopening its doors to the public starting Monday, January 11. This includes the Albright Memorial Library, Lackawanna County Children’s Library, and the Nancy Kay Holmes Library. The following safety procedures will be in effect. Face masks are required to be worn at all times while on library […]

Young Writers Group | Library Express

Hello all!            Natalie has a fun and exciting new program for middle schoolers (ages 11-14). The young writers group is a fun new way to learn about creative writing and create their own works! This program will help kids learn to express themselves creatively without the limitations of a classroom. […]

Curbside Wi-Fi Now Available at Albright Memorial Library | Albright Memorial Library

The Albright Memorial Library now has curbside Wi-Fi available to the public. Anyone who needs access to the Internet through their electronic devices can drive up or walk up to the front gates of the library on the 500 block of Vine Street to access the Wi-Fi. Patrons will need to look for the name […]

Library Express Bookstore is Now on Bookshop | Albright Memorial Library

Library Express Bookstore is now on Bookshop.org! Support your local library and favorite independent bookstore now when you shop online. Bookshop.org is designed to help support local bookstores, and provide a way for customers to shop online while still supporting their community. It’s easy to sign up, shop, and support. Every time you purchase through […]

Library Express Bookstore Will Remain Open with Limited Occupancy | Library Express

Library Express Bookstore will remain open with increased safety procedures and limited occupancy December 14, 2020 through January 2, 2021. Occupancy is limited to 10 customers at a time. All customers are required to wear a face mask inside Library Express Bookstore. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and enforced. Watch our video tutorial on […]

Holiday Stories from the Scranton Public Library | Albright Memorial Library

December is a time for celebration for many cultures and religious groups. The staff at the Scranton Public Library will be sharing stories celebrating Bodhi Day, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Eastern Orthodox Christmas. All stories will be prerecorded and shared on the Library’s Facebook pages. Save the dates below to view these stories […]

Pennie: An educational session on the Pennsylvania Insurance Marketplace | Albright Memorial Library

Join the Albright Memorial Library for an educational session on how to use the new Pennsylvania insurance marketplace, Pennie.  Zachary Sherman, Pennie’s Executive Director, will be guiding attendees in this virtual educational session related to health insurance, dental insurance, the Pennsylvania marketplace, financial assistance, and topics related to the Affordable Care Act. Pennie’s open enrollment […]