Penn State Extension of Lackawanna County

05/12/2026

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Want to stay one step ahead of identity theft? Join Penn State Extension at Taylor Community Library for a free workshop focused on protecting your personal information, keeping an eye on your accounts, and acting quickly if something doesn’t look right. You’ll learn practical ways to reduce your risk and stay financially secure. Registration is encouraged—call 570-562-1234 to reserve your spot!

11/09/2025

🥗 There’s still time to join us for the remaining Nutrition Links courses!

We’re partnering with Penn State Extension of Lackawanna County to help families and individuals learn how to eat healthier, plan smart grocery trips, and make the most of every food dollar. Whether you attended the first session or are jumping in now, you’re welcome to join!

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📞 For more information or to register, contact Melissa Germano-Ryczak, director of lifestyle modification and preventive medicine, at 570.892.8598 or [email protected].

09/22/2025

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📚 Ready to learn on your own time? Our self-paced noncredit courses make it easy to grow your skills anytime, anywhere.

Enroll today and use code LEARN25 by Sept. 30 for savings!

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08/25/2025

Information and registration is available at:

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08/23/2025

🌱🥕 From Garden to Table! 🥕🌱

You’ve grown it—now let’s eat it! Join Penn State Extension of Lackawanna County and Lackawanna County PA 4-H at Abington Community Library for a special class where students and their parents will learn delicious and simple ways to prepare the fresh produce from their gardens.

Discover how to turn your hard work in the soil into healthy meals the whole family can enjoy! 🍅🍴

👉 Register through email to [email protected]

08/21/2025

Cheers to Karel and Carissa! Watch them on PALive at 3pm.

08/13/2025

Learn how to guide youth through career exploration, money management, and budgeting with hands-on activities and a real-world financial simulation experience.

07/28/2025

Need a fun Monday activity for the kiddos? This is it! You do not need to be a 4-H member to attend. Registration is required- please e-mail Deb at [email protected] to register.

07/23/2025

Build Your Bones is a program series for adults interested in learning more about preventing osteoporosis and retaining their bone health. In these classes, you will learn strategies for strengthening your bones and about medical interventions available for those who have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia.

Who is this for?
This program is for anyone:
Who wants to learn more about preventing or managing osteoporosis
Who has been diagnosed with osteoporosis
Who is a family member or caregiver for someone with osteoporosis

What will you learn?
Important nutrition and health information to prevent and manage osteoporosis
How to stay active and prevent falls
How to retain independence while living with osteoporosis

Register at: https://extension.psu.edu/build-your-bones