Event Type : Abington Community Library

This summer in celebration of Tails and Tales we will be featuring a mermaid book-folding craft. Pick up your kit inside the library or via curbside.

In celebration of Harry Potter’s birthday we encourage teens to pick up a bundle of books based on their Hogwarts house. Each bundle will include 3-5 titles that we think members of that house would love. If you don’t know which house you are in, we will have a quiz that will match you up. This will be a month long event.

This month in celebration of Tails and Tales we will be making Dragon Eggs. This is a very limited craft so make sure to pick yours up early. You can pick it up inside the library or through curbside.

Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. Meeting outside at the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. 

Register on Beanstack  https://lclshome.beanstack.org to take the quizzes on 4 pre-selected books (Fever 1793 by Laurie Halse Anderson; Double Identity by Margaret Peterson Haddix; Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt; Peak by Roland Smith). Registration for BOB will be available July 1 through Aug. 13). During our review session, we’ll discuss the books to get you ready to take the quizzes.  Event will be held outdoors; rain date: Wed., July 7, 4:00 pm. Register for the review session below.  Questions about Battle of the Books? Call or see Nancy Burke at the Abington Community Library.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Creative Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Memoir/Non-Fiction Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. Email essandercock@albright.org to register and for the Zoom link.

Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. E-mail esandercock@albright.org for details.

Enjoy a short book talk about one of Miss Laura’s favorite chapter books. Watch it on our Facebook page, “Abington Community Library for Kids.”

Register on Beanstack  https://lclshome.beanstack.org to take the quizzes on 5 pre-selected books (Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris; Hello Universe by Erin Kelly; The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Warner; Front Desk by Kelly Yang; Newsprints by Ru Xu). Registration for BOB will be available July 1 through Aug. 13). During our review session, we’ll discuss the books to get you ready to take the quizzes. This review session will be repeated on July 8; choose one to attend. Event will be held outdoors; rain date: Thur., July 9, 4:00 pm. Register for the review session below.  Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris; Hello Universe by Erin Kelly; The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Warner; Front Desk by Kelly Yang; Newsprints by Ru Xu. Questions about Battle of the Books? Call or see Nancy Burke at the Abington Community Library.

Come ready to observe messy experiments, reactions, and explosions! Learn about scientific concepts and famous scientists. Leave with a Messy Science kit to do your own experimenting at home. Online registration is required. This is an outdoor event: social distancing will be observed. In case of weather cancellation, program will be moved to Facebook Live at “Abington Community Library for Kids” Facebook page. Registration is limited. Please register for either the 10:30 or 11:30 time slot. For Grades K-4.

Come ready to observe messy experiments, reactions, and explosions! Learn about scientific concepts and famous scientists. Leave with a Messy Science kit to do your own experimenting at home. Online registration is required. This is an outdoor event: social distancing will be observed. In case of weather cancellation, program will be moved to Facebook Live at “Abington Community Library for Kids” Facebook page. Registration is limited. Please register for either the 10:30 or 11:30 time slot. For Grades K-4.

Courage…generosity…commitment…What do these character qualities mean to you? Hear personal stories from a community guest, along with a story book. Take home a craft kit! Online registration required. This is an outdoor event; bring chairs and blankets if you wish. Social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families.

Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. Meeting outside at the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. 

“Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play!” with Miss Laura. Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required for each individual event. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. For Ages 3-5.

Join “Talewise” on a wild adventure about two kids who visit the city zoo and discover all sorts of incredible animals, including a horse who knows in its heart that it’s truly a unicorn! The animals join forces to stand up to the tyrannical Zoo Owner — but do they have what it takes to leave their cages forever? The fun animated story is interwoven with fascinating science concept segments about life sciences and animals, so you won’t only be entertained — you’ll learn something, too!

This is a live interactive Zoom program. Please RSVP to receive the Zoom link through email. For Children.

“Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play!” with Miss Laura. Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required for each individual event. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. For Ages 3-5.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Creative Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom.

Join Mrs. Burke as we enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. Please register for each date individually. For Ages 2-3.

Join Mrs. Burke as we enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. Please register for each date individually. For Ages 2-3.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Memoir/Non-Fiction Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. Email essandercock@albright.org to register and for the Zoom link.

Schedule an appointment with a certified therapy dog by emailing Miss Laura at Lgardoski@albright.org. Get some extra reading practice and make a new furry friend! *Space is limited; register now by emailing to reserve a spot. For Grades K-4.

Anyone interested in playing D&D whether experienced player or interested with no experience. Players between the ages of 13 and 17 preferable. Those with DMing experience welcome! This program will not have a consistent staff member presence. We will be meeting outside weather permitting. 

Please register below. Any questions please e-mail MGraham@albright.org

Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. E-mail esandercock@albright.org for details.

Are you using or thinking of using an insulin pump to manage your diabetes? Talk with diabetics who know. Join insulin pump users with/without a sensor in a group setting to share and talk about your experiences. The group is open to children, parents, and senior citizens who are presently using a pump or are considering it. 

Courage…generosity…commitment…What do these character qualities mean to you? Hear personal stories from a community guest, along with a story book. Take home a craft kit! Online registration required. This is an outdoor event; bring chairs and blankets if you wish. Social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families.

Do you knit or crochet? Join this group that creates delightful things for the Library and for the less fortunate. Meeting outside at the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. 

Moving Forward is a community group of support and encouragement dedicated to women who have experienced mother loss. Dealing with mother loss is a lifelong journey; you are welcome, at any age and any stage of loss. We will relieve some of the emotional burden we all carry as a result of this loss by moving forward together– sharing experiences, support, and discussions that honor our moms and our journey. Meeting on the grounds of the library weather permitting, or on Zoom.

“Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play!” with Miss Laura. Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required for each individual event. This is an outdoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. For Ages 3-5.

“Talk, Sing, Read, Write, and Play!” with Miss Laura. Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required for each individual event. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed.  Limited to 10 families. For Ages 3-5.

The Lackawanna Backyard Beekeepers are a Beekeeping group in (but not limited to) Lackawanna County. Our mission is to foster interest in backyard beekeeping and provide a forum for discussion among local beekeepers. Whether you are already a beekeeper, are interested in becoming a beekeeper, are interested in honeybees, or have land that you would like to use to help sponsor a beehive, then this is the place for you. Beekeeping and honey bee information is exchanged in an informal and friendly environment to help keep our honeybees (and other pollinators) healthy and thriving. Families welcome. Please email esandercock@albright.org for details.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Creative Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom.

Join Mrs. Burke as we enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. Please register for each date individually. For Ages 2-3.

Join Mrs. Burke as we enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes! Online registration is required. This is an indoor event; social distancing will be observed. Limited to 10 families. Please register for each date individually. For Ages 2-3.

A Fresh Look: That’s the theme for Memoir/Non-Fiction Writing. We will be trying on fresh ways to look at our stories, new approaches to our old stories, and creative ways to pull the reader into those stories. We might even sneak in a week or two of poetry to help us focus on finding just the right word. You are welcome to join us for a taste if you have been thinking about writing some of those stories you have rattling around in your head. And you just might find that this is what you have been looking for: a fun way to use some of this quarantine time with a group of like-minded writers. Meeting outside the library weather permitting, or on Zoom. Email essandercock@albright.org to register and for the Zoom link.

Anyone interested in playing D&D whether experienced player or interested with no experience. Players between the ages of 13 and 17 preferable. Those with DMing experience welcome! This program will not have a consistent staff member presence. We will be meeting outside weather permitting. 

Please register below. Any questions please e-mail MGraham@albright.org

Facilitators provide an educational series and support group for teens and their families affected by substance abuse. Co-sponsored by the Clear Brook Foundation. E-mail esandercock@albright.org for details.