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Book Lists, Kids, Library Book Clubs, Programs
Young Critics Book Club
December 7, 2023
2024 Monthly, on the third Thursday Young Critics Book Club is a monthly book discussion for ages 8-12. We will share ideas for other great reads while enjoying fun activities… Read More
Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs
Senior Book Club
December 5, 2023
2024 Reading List Senior Book Club meets at 3pm on the second Tuesday of the month at Luther Crest in Allentown. All are welcome. Non-residents may participate with their own… Read More
Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs
PCL Book Club Reading List
2024 Reading List PCL’s book club for adults meets to discuss our latest book pick at 7pm on the third Tuesday of the month. Join us each month for a… Read More
Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs
Short Story Society
December 2, 2023
2024 Reading List Welcome to the club! If you want to enjoy all the fun, ideas, and conversation but don’t have much time, Short Story Society is the group for… Read More
Event Calendars
November 29, 2023
For the most up-to-date events calendar, please view the online calendar here. Get more out of your library by attending programs and events! Our monthly event calendars are available to… Read More
2022-2023 Annual Report
November 21, 2023
Connect • Discover • Grow Consider Making A Charitable Donation To Your Library! Mission: The library connects people to each other and the world, serving as the cornerstone of our community… Read More
What’s Happening at Your Library
December 2023 Here is what’s happening at your library in December 2023—a news round-up, recommendations, databases, holidays, and celebrations. Holiday ClosuresDecember 23, 25 & 30 | Monday, January 1, 2024
Celebrate Kwanzaa
November 9, 2023
Joyous Kwanzaa! December 26-January 1, 2024 The Origin of Kwanzaa Kwanzaa was first celebrated in 1966 and created by college professor Maulana Karenga. The celebration is a way of uniting… Read More
Celebrate Christmas
‘Tis the season to be merry! The Origin The origin of celebrating Christmas on December 25th is unknown. However, there are several theories speculating its roots. One explanation ties the… Read More
Book Lists, Diversity, Happenings
Celebrate Hanukkah
Chag sameach! The History Hanukkah is a Jewish celebration of the defeat of the Greeks and the reclamation of the Second Temple in Jerusalem in the 2nd century BCE. The… Read More
Food Collection
October 29, 2023
The Parkland Community Library is a dropbox location assisting Parkland CARES Food Pantry as a food collection site! We will collect the four items below to support our Parkland Snack… Read More
New Research Tools
October 27, 2023
November 2023 New Databases If you are looking for full-text journal articles, newspapers, archives, or eBooks, you have many options. They cover all ages and grade levels for students and library… Read More
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Parkland Community Library has fully integrated our programming curriculum into the PA Forward® Initiative. We are committed to providing the programming that fuels the PA Forward program that fuels the five literacies of Basic, Information, Civic and Social, Health, and Financial.
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Museum Passes
Connect, Discover & Grow: Borrow a Museum PassWe’ve partnered with some incredible museums to provide you and your family access to one-of-a-kind educational experiences. Entertain the whole family, or maybe even your friends, neighbors, or coworkers, without breaking the bank!