Writer’s Group
Every 1st & 3rd Thursday
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Join us for discussion, feedback & writing sessions! Participate at your comfort level & meet other local writers! Ages 18+
Join the Facebook Group!
Seed Library
Learn More!
Library Cards
Library cards are now available for readers of all ages!
Request a Card
Wireless Hotspots
National Creativity Day
Stop in today & learn more about checking out one of our wireless hotspots!
Third Monday

Meeting the 3rd Monday of the month from 1:00 — 2:00 PM to discuss a different book!

2024 – 2025 Book List
Museum Passes
Ask Us About
Bag Sale
National Creativity Day
$25 Canvas Bag

Your purchase comes with one free fill from our book sale!
$5 to refill for the life of the bag!
While supplies last!

previous arrow
next arrow

Welcome to the Palmerton Area Library!

The mission of the Palmerton Area Library is to provide quality materials and services which fulfill the educational, informational, cultural and recreational needs of the entire community in an atmosphere that is welcoming and respectful.

Upcoming Events

There’s always something happening at the library! Check out our upcoming events for the next week, or use the arrows to browse the full schedule. We frequently add new events, so check back regularly to keep up to date on all our programs and presentations!

September 18, 2025

  • Palmerton Writer's Group

    September 18, 2025 • 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

    Join us every 1st & 3rd Thursday for discussion, feedback & writing sessions! Participate at your comfort level & meet other local writers! Must be18+ to attend

    You can also join the Palmerton Writer's Facebook Group

    See more details

September 19, 2025

  • Storytime

    September 19, 2025 • 10:30 am - 11:30 am

    Join us as we explore and read together each week with our volunteer readers! Recommended ages 4+

    See more details

September 20, 2025

  • Saturday Morning Yoga

    September 20, 2025 • 9:00 am - 10:00 am

    $10 per class paid to the instructor. Please call Melissa at 570-778-7968 to reserve a spot.

    See more details

September 21, 2025

  • Quilt Bingo- Sew What Quilt Guild

    September 21, 2025 • 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
    Aquashicola Volunteer Fire Company, 270 Little Gap Rd, Palmerton, PA 18071, USA

    Quilt Bingo
    Doors Open at 11:30- Games begin at 1pm
    Tickets ($25 in advance- $30 at the door)
    For more info, please call the library at (610) 826-3424
    Seating is Limited!
    *Proceeds benefit Sew What Quilt Guild & Palmerton Area Library

    See more details

September 22, 2025
September 23, 2025

  • Meals On Wheels

    September 23, 2025 • 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    See more details

  • Community Services for Children

    September 23, 2025 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

    See more details

  • Quilted Crow

    September 23, 2025 • 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

    See more details

September 24, 2025

Online Databases

LIBBY

Power Library

Ancestry

Heritage Quest

Newsbank Allentown Morning Call

LearnNow

HelpNow

AskHerePA

Power Kids

BrainFuse JobNow

NewsBank World News