Adult Summer Reading Club
This summer, all adult patrons are welcome to participate in our Summer Reading Club. Participants will track and review their reading over the summer, win prizes, and attend special library events. There will be an adult “Show and Tell” party on Thursday, June 19 at 5:30, and a “Christmas in July”
BINGO Night on Wednesday, July 30 at 5:30 We also welcome patrons of all ages to submit their original works of art (drawings, paintings, crafts, sculptures) to the Reference Desk starting Monday, June 23 to be put on display at the library. Please call the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961 to register for the club. Registration begins Monday, June 9.
Children's Summer Reading Club
The Hazleton Area Public Library's Summer Reading Club for children registration begins at the main library and all its branches on Monday, June 9. Joining the Summer Reading Club gives access to exclusive programs, a reading challenge, fun prizes, and a special party. All events hosted by our club are free and open to the public.This year's theme is " Color Our World," so look forward to fun themes revolving around art and other colorful creations. Please call the Youth Services Department at 570-454-2961 for more information.
Walking Meditation at Greater Hazleton Rails to Trails
The library will be hosting a guided meditation walk at Greater Hazleton Rails to Trails on Saturday, June 21 at 1:00.Licensed meditation instructor Sheila Dignazio will guide us through various meditation exercises as we enjoy a relaxing walk on the trail. It is free for all adults to attend. We will meet at the Broad St. entrance across from Dr. Sacco's office. Please call the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961 to register.
Adult Board Game Night
The library is hosting a board game night for adults on Saturday, June 28 from 1:00 – 2:30. It will take place in the library's Community Room (Green Street entrance), and it is free for all adults to attend. We will provide plenty of classic games, including Scrabble, Scattergories, UNO, chess, and Pictionary. Participants are also welcome to bring their own games. Please register by calling the Reference Desk at 570-454-2961.
Memorial Books
Preschoolers at play, in memory of Joann Babbish, from Janie, Jayne Ann & Denise Bugda.
Cat or tiger, in memory of Mary Ann Bellitts, from Northeast PT Associates.
Modern parents, vintage values, in memory of Martha Carr, from Jimmy Leib & Joan Churbock.
Francis of Assisi, in memory of Ann Coyle, from Mimi Keba and Family.
Occasional glory, in memory of Beth Dippel, from Breakfast Club Bowling League.
The backyard bird chronicles, in memory of Joanne Getz, from Martin Karchner Family.
I love you to the moon and back, in memory of Kathy Gibson, from Cindy & John McAfee.
My heart on paper, in memory of Rita Gillenardo, from Sharon & Peter.
The 7 essential haircuts for women, in memory of Catherine Griguoli, from Michelle Sotack & Family.
Hoop Atlas, in memory of Paul Hoffman, from St. Gabriel High School Class of 1968.
The world’s fair quilt, in memory of Jean Jones, from Claire Young & Family.
Kingdom on fire, in memory of George Joseph, from Mike & Barbara Christina.
What nurse practitioners need to know, in memory of Nancy Kendall, from Tony, Carol & Alicia Colombo.
Making a difference with the American Red Cross, in memory of Shirley Kessell, from Jimmy Leib.
The piano player of Budapest, in memory of Patricia Melito, from The Ellucian HRIS Team.
Good vibes baking, in memory of Angeline Michelin, from John, Stephanie & Christine.
Rag rugs, pillows and more, in memory of Violet Poleri Nicholas, from Barbara Dennis Blanner.
The night sky, in memory of Carole Palermo, from Laura Yamona.
The compact beginner’s guide to quilting & patchwork, in memory of Barbara Ann Pancerella, from Mr. and Mrs. Michael Christina and Daughter.
The wisdom of nurses, in memory of Mary Ann Tyler Romano, R.N., from Patty & Barry Veet.
Do your best, in memory of Dylan J. Saccketti, from Jeff & Tracey Sheehan.
Build more stuff with wood, in memory of Ron Simasek, from Andy & Marion DeBalko.
The shot, in memory of Michael Sukel, from Sandi Brill, Debbie Calucci, Bernell Crooks, Maureen Umbriac & Nancy Veet.
Golf architecture for normal people, in memory of Jeff Urban, from Sara & Marie Muscavitch.
Honor Book
My baseball story, in honor of Cooper Davis, from Mom & Dad.