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150th Anniversary Dinner | Carbondale Public Library

Carbondale Public Library's 150th Anniversary Dinner Friday, May 10th, 5:30-9:30pm This year, the Carbondale Public Library will be turning 150 years old!  On May 9th, 1874, the "Young Men's Library Association" opened to the public in a single room in the offices...

Recycling Challenge Completed with 1072 lbs. of Plastic Collected! | Valley Community Library

Thank you so much to everyone who helped participate in the Valley Community Library's Recycling Challenge! We collected 1072 pounds for our second challenge, totaling 1,785 pounds of plastic since we started our project. We officially earned a second bench...

Multigenerational Discussion, Part II [Tales from the Albright] | Albright Memorial Library

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa, Ann, Briana, and Scott continue their discussion about the differences growing up in the 80's, 90's and early 2000's. The topics discussed in this episode include television shows, tabloids, and social...

Right to Read Program | Valley Community Library

The Right to Read program planned for Thursday, March 21 at the Valley Community Library has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 23 at 5:30 p.m.

2nd Annual BINGO Fundraiser | Abington Community Library

Calling all BINGO fans! Join the Abington Community Library for a lively afternoon of "Pamper & Indulge" BINGO with guest caller WNEP-TV Newswatch 16 Mindi Ramsey. Treat yourself, bring a friend and play to win incredible gift certificates for massages,...

Period Products | Valley Community Library

OUR SUPPLIES ARE RUNNING LOW! If you would like to donate period products, please drop them off at the Valley Community Library to keep our bathroom stocked with free products for everyone.

Multigenerational Discussion, Part I [Tales from the Albright] | Albright Memorial Library

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa, Briana, Ann, and Scott discuss generational differences. This episode is part one of a discussion that loosely follow's Chuck Klosterman's book, The Nineties, but quickly develops into a conversation about our...

March Into Literacy Month | Lackawanna County Library System

Get ready to celebrate the power of reading and writing on National March into Literacy Month. This month-long event, beginning on March 1, aims to promote literacy and education around the world. Did you know that literacy is a crucial...

PAWsitively for the Animals | Lackawanna County Library System

Established in 2015, PAWsitively for the Animals is a group of volunteers who give their time to support Pet Adoption, Pet Rescue, Low Cost Spay/Neuter Programs, a Four-Legged Food Bank, Veterinary Assistance Fund, and Education Regarding Responsible Pet Ownership.  The...

Women’s History Month | Lackawanna County Library System

National Women’s History Month traces its origins back to March 8, 1857, when women from New York City factories staged a protest over working conditions. International Women’s Day was later observed in 1909.  In 1981, the U.S. Congress designated the second...