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With the leaves falling and cooler temperatures arriving in our area, it's a great opportunity to relax at home and enjoy all the good things fall has to offer. While you're getting cozy, don't forget that the Library is here...

Want to share your story but not sure where to start? Writing can be difficult, even for the most seasoned writers—National Novel Writing Month can help you get started and find your voice. Each November since 1999, NaNoWriMo organizes a...

Come one, come all to our annual marketplace with local vendors selling homemade items, dozens of raffle baskets, and more! Saturday November 9 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Sunday November 10 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Free...

The Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic returns to present "Once Upon an Orchestra," featuring "Ben's Trumpet" by Rachel Isadora! Brass players will bring the story to life with vibrant jazz music that captures its essence. Plus, children will have the chance to...

Libby's Big Library Read is the world's first online, global book club. During the club, eBook and eAudiobook copies of the current selection are available for download with no waitlist or holds. Big Library Read helps you enjoy a new...

Schedule a portrait to support the Valley Community Library this winter! Pictures will be at the library at 739 River Street, Peckville. NOVEMBER 9th, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PMPictures will be taken with a backdrop only. NOVEMBER 10th, 10:00 AM...

October is National Arts & Humanities Month (NAHM)— a collective recognition of the importance of culture in America. NAHM was launched by Americans for the Arts more than 30 years ago as National Arts Week in honor of the twentieth...

In 1994, Rodney Wilson, a Missouri high school teacher, believed a month should be dedicated to the celebration and teaching of gay and lesbian history, and gathered other teachers and community leaders. They selected October because public schools are in...

Whether you’re a vegetarian or not, there are a lot of excellent reasons to participate in Vegetarian Awareness Month this October. By definition, a vegetarian is a person who decides to abstain from meat whether it be for health, religious,...

National Book Month is held each October. The month-long celebration focuses on the importance of reading, writing and literature. National Book Month is also a time to honor the country’s best books and authors. In mid-October, the National Book Awards...