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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...

Join our new movie group at Abington Community Library where fellow movie lovers will meet for a Saturday matinee on the second Saturday of every month. This month on Saturday, January 10 at 1:00 P.M. we will be viewing the...

Join Abington Community Library and the Penn State Extension Master Gardeners in Lackawanna County on Wednesday, January 14 at 6:00 P.M. as we delve into this economical and low maintenance technique for starting perennials, annuals, and native plants for your...

The Carbondale Public Library will be opening at 12:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 20th due to the icy conditions.

The Carbondale Public Library is closing at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, December 10 due to inclement winter weather conditions.

LACKAWANNA COUNTY LIBRARY BOARDREQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR AUDIT SERVICES FOR CALENDAR YEARS 2025 - 2027December 8, 2025 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a fair and open process, sealed proposals will be received and reviewed by the Lackawanna County...

The Carbondale Public Library is closed due to the snowy conditions.

Abington Community Library will be closed on Tuesday, December 2 due to inclement weather.

What is Gift of Sight Month? December is designated as "Gift of Sight Month" to raise awareness about the importance of eye health and vision care. This month encourages individuals to prioritize eye exams and take steps to protect their vision.  Gift...