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February may be the shortest month but there is so much to commemorate in these 28 days! Find books at the library about Black History Month, the Winter Olympics, Valentine's Day, Presidents Day, Chinese New Year, Ramadan, plus it's National...

Order soup by the quart for you and your family from The Friends of the Valley Community Library. All soups are sold by the quart and come cold so they’re perfect to freeze for a later date. Choices this time...

In 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first proclamation declaring February American Heart Month. According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Tips on...

Black History Month allows us to learn about, celebrate, and honor Black leaders. Many of these leaders who contributed to the world in the name of science, innovation, and economy were never acknowledged and/or received their honor. Black History Month celebrates and...

Carbondale Public Library is closed due to weather.

Join the Keystone State Literacy Association at their upcoming storytime at the Viewmont Mall on Saturday, February 14, from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M. It will be located at the center court, outside JCPenney. At this free event, there will...

Due to unforeseen circumstances, our Hidden History program originally scheduled for Wednesday, January 21 has been postponed. We plan to hold this program at a later date, which will be determined soon. Check back later on our website and Facebook...

Due to the weather, the Carbondale Public Library will open at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 17.

When you read, you grow ideas that can change in the world. In the spirit of the 250th anniversary of the United States’ independence, join our “Reading Starts a Revolution” Winter Challenge and discover how stories can inspire action, empathy,...

The Lackawanna County Library System is excited to announce that, beginning Wednesday, January 7, we will be going fine free! This means all 10 of our locations will no longer be collecting fines on overdue items and that any existing overdue...