Library News for the Week of March 16

Telescope Available for Checkout
Thanks to the generosity of the Greater Hazleton Area Astronomical Society, the library now has an Orion StarBlast 4.5 telescope available for checkout. Patrons may borrow the telescope for one week by asking at the Reference Desk. It can only be checked out on an adult’s library card. Borrowers will also receive an instruction manual, red light flashlight, and various stargazing maps and guides.

Local Author Fair
The Hazleton Area Public Library is hosting a local author fair on Saturday, April 18 from 12:00 - 2:00 in the Reference Department. It is free for all ages to attend. Both adult and children's authors from around the Northeast Pennsylvania area will be present to sell and sign copies of their newest releases, as well as answer questions from attendees. Light refreshments will be provided. Please register in advance by calling the Reference Staff at 570-454-2961.

Caregiving Panel
The Hazleton Area Public Library will be hosting a Caregiving Panel on Saturday, May 2 from 11:00 - 2:00. A variety of guest speakers from various local social service agencies will present on different aspects of the caregiving experience, including meal preparation, medication management, and mental health. Refreshments will be provided, along with flyers and other handouts with helpful resources for caregivers. This program is free to attend and registration is required. Please register by calling the library at 570-454-2961, or by visiting the calendar tab on this website or our Facebook page.