Wyoming Valley
The Friends of the Osterhout Library have reopened their used book shop, on the third floor of the main library at 71 S. Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre, on a reduced schedule. The shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays, by appointment, which can be made by calling the library at 570-823-0156. Inventory includes hardcover/trade books, $2; audio books, $2; paperbacks, $1; childrenâs books, two for $1; young adult books, $1, and coffee table books, priced as marked. Masks are required and social distancing will be implemented, allowing two shoppers per half hour time period. All proceeds benefit the library.
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Wyoming Valley
The International Order of Alhambra announces its scholarship program providing financial aid to students pursuing careers in education for persons with disabilities. The Alhambra Scholarship awards assist college students studying to teach intellectually and developmentally disabled persons. The scholarships are granted on the basis that applicants are dedicated to the field of special education. The number of scholarships and amounts awarded vary from year to year, based on scholarship program fund levels. The program is open to all eligible U.S. residents. Eligibility guidelines include undergraduate juniors and seniors enrolled in qualifying programs; and master’s degree and community college students specializing in special education studies who have accrued half of the required graduation credits. For information on requirements and to obtain an application, contact Patrick Umbra, Alhambra Supreme Director for Region II, at 570-822-3597 or email Patrick Umbra@