• Writing Group
    Adult Writing Group

    Tuesday evenings, monthly.  Starts on Tuesday, June 24, 6:30—8:00 p.m.

    Join us on the last Tuesday of each month to build community, offer supportive critiques, and grow your skills as a writer!

    Abington Free Library, Community Room.

  • Book Discussion
    Ruth and Robert Abel Memorial Book and Film Discussion Group

    On Wednesday, May 21 at 7:00 p.m., we will discuss This is Happiness

    Join this discussion group!  Discussions of award-winning books and films are led by Dr. Karen Weekes.

    Abington Free Library, Shorday Room.

  • Arlo
    PA One Book: Arlo Draws an Octopus

    Friday, May 9, 10:30—11:30 a.m.

    Read this year's PA One Book selection Arlo Draws an Octopus by Lori Mortensen, create an octopus craft, and make a snack! For kids ages 2-6 and their families. 

    No registration required.

  • 1st Amendment
    First Amendment for Kids!

    Monday, May 12 at 6:30 p.m.

    Join Abington Senior High School graduate Allison Matulli for a dynamic discussion on the First Amendment! Explore your rights, freedom, and power through interactive activities. 

    No registration is required.  

  • PrideFest
    PrideFest

    Tuesday, June 3, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

    Everyone is invited to our fifth-annual PrideFest celebration! Enjoy music, food trucks, crafts, community organizations, vendors, and more! 

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