• Image of text promoting our virtual kids group that is an lgbtq safe space with photo of guest hosts  Cari and Lauri Ryding and book cover - Rainbow Allies: The True Story of Kids Who Stood Against Hate by Nancy Churnin.
    Join us for Rainbow Connections!

    Monday, May 11, 6:30—7:30 p.m.

    This month, our special guests are Cari and Lauri Ryding, the couple featured in the book Rainbow Allies: The True Story of Kids Who Stood Against Hate by Nancy Churnin.  They will read and talk about the book, and children will make their own Pride flags.

  • Colorful Image with a board game graphic and text "Tabletop Social" for an adults game day at the library.
    Love board games? This is for you!

    Sunday, May 17, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

    Join us for a relaxed afternoon of board games, snacks, and good company at the library! This program is designed for adults ages 18 and up.

  • Illustrated image of an alligator holding a book, and stack of colorful books behind it. Text that reads "Story Explorers Book Club" and book cover of The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung for a children's book club on May 20 at the library.
    Let's explore a story!

    Wednesday, May 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

    Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Miss Jessica!  She will read the book The Truth About Dragons by Julie Leung, and children will make a dragon themed craft.

  • Colorful graphic with text "Pride Fest" for an event at the library on June 9 at 5:30 p.m.
    Everyone is welcome!

    Tuesday, June 9, 5:30-8:00 p.m.

    Enjoy music, food trucks, crafts, community organizations, vendors, and more! Rain or shine.

  • Image of an illustrated dinosaur holding a book on it's back with the Unearth a Story Summer Reading Program theme logo.
    Join us for our Annual Summer Reading Kick Off Party!

    Monday, June 22, 4:00-6:00 p.m.

    Sign up for Summer Reading! Kids, teens, and adults of all ages are welcome to join us for our Annual Summer Reading Kick Off Party!

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