• Appeal
    Annual Appeal

    December 2025

    In the very simplest terms, you are our why. You, our patrons and friends, are why we do what we do--and then strive to do it better.

    We are so fortunate to have supporters and advocates who stand by us and help us fulfill our mission, year after year. We couldn't serve our community without you.

  • Story
    Story Explorers Book Club

    Wednesday, December 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

    Miss Jessica will read the book Saturday at the Food Pantry by Diane O'Neill and then we'll complete an activity. 

    If you are able, please bring food donations for our Philabundance food drive.

  • Coffee
    Coffee, Tea, & Talk

    1st and 3rd Thursdays, 10:30—11:30 a.m. 

    Join a casual conversation, make connections, and new friends. Just drop in on December 4 or 18, or next year!

    Refreshments provided.

We help adults, ages 18 and older, in the following areas:

  • Assist English language learners improve their English skills
  • Improvement with basic reading, writing, and math skills
  • Preparation to take a high school equivalency or other tests 

The Friends are community members who work to keep Abington libraries strong by funding:

  • Library programs for children and adults
  • New books, movies, computers, and library furnishings