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Beanstack.org is more than just summer reading! | Abington Community Library

Did you know that by going to https://lclshome.beanstack.org, you can register for more than just our summer reading program, SummerQuest? Once you’ve registered on the site, you can also join 1000 Books Before Kindergarten, monthly challenges, as well as participate in fun activities on SummerQuest. Check out the site for fun all summer long (and […]

Battle of the Books | Abington Community Library

Looking to read some great books this summer? Want to work with a team to answer trivia questions on the books? Well, there’s still time to register for our county-wide reading competition, Battle of the Books! The Battles will take place at Marywood University on Aug. 9 (Grades 4-5) and on Aug. 11 (Grades 6-8 […]

Battle of the Books Competition coming in August! | Abington Community Library

Our county wide Battle of the Books competition will be held on August 9 (grades 4-5) and August 11 (grades 6-8 and 9-12) at Marywood University. For more  information, see the list of books, or to register for a team, visit the Abington Community Library or email nburke@albright.org. Teams are forming now!  

Ghost Hunting for Teens | Abington Community Library

The Abington Community Library will be partnering with The Pennsylvania Paranormal Association to host a Ghost Hunting 101 program for teens on Thursday, May 12 at 6:00 pm. There are still spaces available for middle and high school students to participate. Register here: https://lclshome.org/events/ghost-hunting-for-teens/

Earth Month Community Partnership Clean-up Events | Kids

Throughout the month of April, the Valley Community Library, Pennsylvania Sierra Club, and Keep NEPA Beautiful have partnered with various community organizations in our area to do litter clean-up events. These clean-ups are a great opportunity to learn more about local organizations and what they do and learn about the impacts litter has in our […]

We’re Marching through Women’s History | Abington Community Library

We’re celebrating Women’s History Month with some great displays of books by and about women. Check out our adult, teen, and children’s displays and find someone to cheer about!

Art Exhibit Open House | Abington Community Library

Did you submit an entry for the children’s, teen, or adult art contest in January or February? Your art will be on display in the Ryon Community Room through the month of March! Stop by during this open house to see your art installed at the library. Grab a snack, take your picture in front […]

Friends of the Abington Community Library has a new website! | Abington Community Library

The Friends of  the Abington Community Library are pleased to announce their new website! You can link to it HERE.  On the site, you’ll find information about upcoming events like their Spring Book Sale (coming Saturday, April 2nd), learn how your membership dollars directly help the library, and get information on volunteering with the Friends. […]

Calling All Designers and Creators | Abington Community Library

We want you to design a promotional flyer for the Abington Community Library’s Podcast for a chance to win a prize, have your design featured on our 2022 episodes, and be highlighted on our social media! The 2022 Lexivore Podcast theme is: BY ME, FOR ME: Exploring Representation and Resources. Check out our Facebook Page […]

So Busy! | Abington Community Library

Busy with holiday preparations and celebrations but still want to get your favorite book or movie? No need to spend time coming into the library; get your item using our curbside service! Put your item on hold here: https://lackawanna.chilipac.com/r1s/eg/opac/home. Once you’re notified your item is ready, come to the Abington Community Library, call us from […]