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Families are cordially invited to attend The Northeastern Pennsylvania Reading Association’s “Making Book Characters Come Alive” Series featuring JUNIE B. JONES! This interactive program features readings from Barbara Park’s famous book series and fun activities!  For Children 5-12 and their...

We encourage you to support this Library on a regular basis by donating to our Annual Fund Drive. All donations are gratefully accepted and will be listed on our website. Mail your donation to Abington Community Library, 1200 W. Grove...

During the month of November we are decorating a tree with new hats, gloves, mittens, and socks for the residents of St. Joseph's Center. The tree is located in Childrens.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner.   Get in the spirit with some staff favorites!   The Wordy Shipmates  by Sarah Vowell From the author of the "New York Times" bestseller "Assassination Vacation" comes an examination of the Puritans, their covenant communities,...

The Bookmobile will take part in Scranton's 22nd Annual Santa Parade at 9 am on Saturday, November 22nd in Downtown Scranton! Stop by and say hi! For more information, visit http://www.santaparade.net/

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our vendors, volunteers, community, and staff who supported our 6th annual Dorothy Boccella Holiday Marketplace last weekend. The Abington Community Library was definitely THE place to be, whether you were searching for the perfect...

A new resource, Community and Church Cookbooks from Northeastern Pa.,  has just been added to the Lackawanna Valley Digital Archives. This collection of cookbooks contains hundreds of unique recipes. Find many ethnic and cultural favorites all in one location. So many recipes...

Read His Favorites List   “Read any good books lately?” is a conversation starter for many readers for there is something endlessly fascinating to a reader about what other people read. When the New York Times asked Bruce Springsteen what...

Although most county librarians did vote last week, that wasn't the only reason all Lackawanna County libraries were closed on Election Day. For almost ten years, local librarians have met at the Scranton Cultural Center for Staff Development Day. Guest speakers,...

See Photos from this Event! Last Saturday, the patrons of Library Express had the opportunity to meet local author, Michael Kaminski and discuss his book, Life After Russian Roulette. We wish to thank Mr. Kaminski for taking the time to...