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Check out our items available to help with your mental health, including kits and items in our Library of Things! A Library of Things is a collection of items for loan that expands the boundaries of traditionally defined library materials.  ...

In honor of the 150th Anniversary of the Carbondale Public Library, here is a preview of the history that will appear in the library's anniversary booklet as written by Jessica Pratt, our Adult Services Librarian. The History of the Oldest...

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Kate try to guess books based on a bad plot summary and reviews. They discuss their own opinions of the books and their memories of reading them. We hope you...

Since it was introduced in 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has aimed to raise awareness and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health issues. During May and every month of the year, your mental health matters. Whether you or someone you...

Join the Lackawanna County Library System for our annual Battle of the Books competition! This exciting reading competition for children in grades 4-12 gives kids a chance to experience great books over the summer while working as a team with...

The next Big Library Read kicks off on May 9! The Big Library Read is a global, online book club that is free for you to join with your Lackawanna County Library System library card. This reading program connects individuals...

Throughout the month of May, the Lackawanna County Library System will be collecting donations for Saint Joseph's Baby Pantry, an organization that serves over 3500 families in the local area. Please bring your donations of gently used or new clothes,...

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...

On this episode of Tales from the Albright, Alyssa and Briana discuss The Secret Service of Tea and Treason by India Holton. They discuss the book, what they thought the ending should have been, and similar titles. At the end...

The Abington Community Library has a variety of upcoming programs celebrating Earth Day. EARTH DAY SEED & PLANT GIVEAWAY Friday, April 19 from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. While Supplies Last All Ages Stop by the Library to receive vegetable and...