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News Category: Nancy K. Holmes Branch Library

This Is What We Want to Fix

This is the current entrance to the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch. Unless you are very spry and able-bodied, it is forbidding which is why we need your help to install a new entrance on the the south side of the...
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What the Library Means to Me

Children at the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch were told about the plans to make the branch accessible to everyone and were asked to paint pictures of what the library means to them. This one is by Ava Milke 7-years-old and...
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Progress Report: Over Halfway There!

We are halfway to our $300,000 goal! You can help. [thermometer]
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A Little Imagination….

....and an architect with graphical skills can show us a glimpse into the Nancy Kay Holmes branch future. The fireplace is already there, but long hidden. You can donate here to make this a reality.
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Pennsylvania 2045 Long-Range Transportation Plans Available

  The Reference Department of the Scranton Public Library has received copies of the Pennsylvania 2045 Long-Range Transportation Plan and Pennsylvania Freight Movement Plan.  These draft plans are available for public comment until October 19th.  We have comment cards that...
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Drop-By Tech Table

Patrons are invited to bring their laptops, tablets, and smartphones to receive personalized assistance and have their tech questions answered. Assistance is available for PC, Mac, iPhone, Android, and Kindle devices. Assistance will be offered Monday/Wednesday from 5-7 P.M. and...
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Now Live: Tales From the Albright: Episode 3!

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Jess discuss the first staff at the Albright Memorial Library. After this, they discuss the history of the Nancy Kay Holmes Branch Library. Topics discussed will include images of the...
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Family Mini Golf at the Library

The Scranton Public Library will bring back its Family Mini Golf fundraiser on Sunday, June 13, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This family-friendly event will take place at the Albright Memorial Library on 500 Vine Street in Scranton...
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Tech Table – Ask Us Questions About Your Device

Need immediate assistance with your digital devices? Drop by the Albright Memorial Library to receive help from the computer lab instructor. Please bring your devices with you, including a laptop, tablet, smartphone, or eReader so the instructor can better assist...
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Friends of the Scranton Public Library Sidewalk Sale

The Friends of the Scranton Public Library will be holding a Sidewalk Book Sale: Saturday, May 15, 2021 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM Located at the Scranton Public Library, 500 Vine Street. BOOKS  *  CDs  *  DVDs  *  Audio Books...
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