In this fourth episode, Renee and Megha each present a handful of their favorite books, and then include the recordings and reviews we had collected last month – patrons and audience members sharing their favorite book this year. We also talk a bit about the Great American Read and next month’s podcast. We hope you enjoy it! You can listen here!
In Episode 3 we explore epistolary novels and feature our first guest, Mary Garm. Happy listening!
We hope you enjoy our Podcast! You can listen Here!
Transcript (will be) available Here!
Apologies for the delay, I didn’t realize this post was missing!
In episode 2, Megha and Renee discuss what they’re reading, “Terrier” by Tamora Pierce, Women’s History Month (especially Librarian of Congress Dr. Carla Hayden), and tease about their May episode. We hope you enjoy it! Listen here!
We have received some tax forms that are on display in the lobby of the Lackawanna County Children’s Library. These include the PA 40 form and instructions, PA Rent Rebate Form, Form 1040 and its instruction booklet and Form 1040EZ. We have not received Form 1040A or the instructions booklet. These should arrive in the next week. This is the second year that we have not received any schedules. These are available online at the Internal Revenue Service.
All are invited to join this multi-language conversation group. Practice speaking, listening, sharing history and cultures. All are welcome! Second Thursdays, 7 PM to 8:30 PM at Abington Community Library.
Lexivore is a podcast produced by the Abington Community Library, with library staff Renee Roberts and Megha Baikadi hosting it. We will be talking about library programs, book recommendations and explorations, and fun facts. This first episode, we speak a bit about who we are and what we hope the podcast can be, then start off with a brief discussion of Harry Potter – since it’s the 20th anniversary of its release – including some library events and the possible historical roots of one of the more fun cultural Harry Potter references, butterbeer. There is also a written transcript, linked below, which includes some notes on the research and resources we used to make this podcast. We hope you enjoy listening!
Transcript – Episode 1, Lexivore (The Abington Community Library’s Podcast)
Save the Date: Abington Community Library will host our 3rd Annual Tasting By the Book on Saturday, October 21, 7 PM. Our theme is All Around the Table with proceeds benefitting intergenerational and youth programming. Currently we’re looking for a few good men and women to join our planning committee to make final decisions on community cooks, decorations, and more. There’s 3 opportunities for you to attend a meeting to share your interest in being part of this signature event: Tuesday, July 18, 6 to 7 PM; Wednesday, July 19, 10 to 11 AM; Thursday, July 20, 1 to 2 PM. Register today! Light refreshments will be served.
Get ready for a busy weekend with the Abington Community Library! The Friends’ semi-annual book sale will take place at the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church on Saturday April 8 from 8:30 to 2:00; be sure to stop by the Teen Leadership Committee’s Bake Sale after perusing our large collection of adult and children’s books, DVDs and talking books. Also at the church, a drug take-back event co-sponsored by the library, the Clarks Summit Police, and the Voluntary Action Center of Northeast PA will run from 11:00 until 2:00. Don’t forget to also stop by the library to visit with representatives participating in the Scranton Area Community Foundation’s Match Day. Don’t miss this exciting weekend!
Scranton Area Foundation’s #nepamatchday Collective includes:
1Abington Community LibraryGive here!
2. AFA GalleryGive here!
3. Alzheimer’s Association Give here!
4. Boys & Girls Clubs of NEPA Give here!
5. Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA Give here!
6. Dress for Success Lackawanna Give here!
7. Greater Carbondale YMCA Give here!
8. Greater Scranton YMCA Give here!
9. Indraloka Animal Sanctuary Give here!
10. Jewish Family Service of NEPA Give here!
11. Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station and Environmental Education Center Give here!
12. Lackawanna Historical Society Give here!
13. Make-a-Wish Greater PA & WV Give here!
14. Marley’s Mission Give here!
15. Maternal & Family Health Services Give here!
16. Meals on Wheels of NEPA Give here!
17. Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Give here!
18. Scranton Cultural Center Give here!
19. Scranton Fringe Festival Give here!
20. The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania Give here!
21. The Greenhouse Project Give here!
22. United Neighborhood Centers Give here!
23. Valley Community Library Give here!
24. West Scranton Hyde Park Neighborhood Watch Give here!
25. Women’s Resource Center Give here!
National Library Week begins on April 9 and it will be a great week to visit and find out about all the great things happening at the Abington Community Library! Check out the tables set up that showcase the five library literacies…basic, information, civic and social, health, and financial. Join us for a multitude of programs happening next week for all ages…from PlayK and Read to Dogs for children to book clubs, Scrabble, and Kaffeeklatsch for adults, plus lots more. Don’t miss this opportunity to find out all that the library has to offer! And while you are there, consider a donation to #nepamatchday to benefit the Library.
Scranton Area Foundation’s #nepamatchday collective includes:
Abington Community Library is one of 25 local nonprofits participating in Scranton Area Community Foundation’s NEPA Match Day collective. If we can raise $1,000 in donations before May 5, we will get an additional $1,000 from the Foundation!
It’s a great way for us to show our support for our region’s nonprofits and demonstrate the Foundation’s belief that when we work together, we are stronger.
Local nonprofit partners do phenomenal work in our region. The efforts of their volunteers and employees provide assistance, education, and support services that touch nearly every facet of life and make NEPA a better place to live. Consider supporting our efforts today:
1. Abington Community Library Give here!
2. AFA Gallery Give here!
3. Alzheimer’s Association Give here!
4. Boys & Girls Clubs of NEPA Give here!
5. Children’s Advocacy Center of NEPA Give here!
6. Dress for Success Lackawanna Give here!
7. Greater Carbondale YMCA Give here!
8. Greater Scranton YMCA Give here!
9. Indraloka Animal Sanctuary Give here!
10. Jewish Family Service of NEPA Give here!
11. Lacawac Sanctuary Field Station and Environmental Education Center Give here!
12. Lackawanna Historical Society Give here!
13. Make-a-Wish Greater PA & WV Give here!
14. Marley’s Mission Give here!
15. Maternal & Family Health Services Give here!
16. Meals on Wheels of NEPA Give here!
17. Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Give here!
18. Scranton Cultural Center Give here!
19. Scranton Fringe Festival Give here!
20. The Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania Give here!
21. The Greenhouse Project Give here!
22. United Neighborhood Centers Give here!
23. Valley Community Library Give here!
24. West Scranton Hyde Park Neighborhood Watch Give here!
25. Women’s Resource Center Give here!