Call for Entries!
You should never judge a book by it’s cover, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be well designed! This year Scranton Reads has selected The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger, an often banned book in many community around...
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Medical Information: Where to Look
Have you ever wondered where to find the best medical information or wondered about a prescription or over the counter drug you are taking? The Reference Department at the Scranton Public Library would like to make your life a little...
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Results: Lackawanna County Library System LEGO Build Off!
The winning design is "Warrior Clan" built by children from the Abington Community Library. Congratulations! We had participants from 5 libraries! Abington Community Library Carbondale Public LIbrary Library Express Nancy K. Holmes Branch Valley Community Library Kids at each library...
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Friends of the Scranton Public Library Used Book Sale
Join us for the Friends of the Scranton Public Library Used Book Sale! The sale will be held at Library Express for your convenience. Stop by and browse through a large selection of used books and save with our low prices....
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Add These Tools to Your Back to School List
The Scranton Public Library has students covered for going back to school. From tutoring to homework assistance, there are a variety of tools to help students make the grade this year. Check out the list below. Tutor.com Tutor.com provides free...
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North Pocono Sweeps Battle of the Books
The North Pocono Public Library had a fantastic showing by winning all grade levels: Grades 4-6, Grades 7-9 and Grades 10-12. Congratulations to the winning teams! All participants deserve a round of applause. Competition was tough, and many rounds were...
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Spiderman and Batman Storytime
Join us for a very special story time featuring 2 visitors - Spiderman and Batman! On Monday, August 10th at 11:30AM, we will have a superhero themed story time, followed by visits from both Spiderman and Batman and a craft....
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COLTS’ Adult Student Passes
Beginning August 1, COLTS began selling 31-day adult student passes for students who attend local colleges, trade schools, or beauty schools. These passes are bright red with the COLTS logo on them. They cost $28. You can also purchase these new passes and other COLTS...
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Rob the Juggler is coming to the Nancy Kay Holmes Library!
Prepare to be dazzled by juggler, Rob Smith, as he flawlessly juggles five balls, clubs, fire torches, and rings ….. not to mention flying knives with razor sharp accuracy and a chainsaw! Rob will share...
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Story Time with the Railriders!
You're invited to a very special story time on Friday, July 31st at 11:30AM at the Nancy Kay Holmes Library. A baseball player from the Railriders will be coming to read to us! Stop by to share baseball stories, a...
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