White Haven Area Community Library

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

🚂 BIG BOY 4014 IS COMING TO WHITE HAVEN THIS WEEKEND! 🚂

The legendary Union Pacific Big Boy No. 4014, the world’s largest operating steam locomotive, will be traveling through our area Saturday June 13th and Sunday June 14th. We are excited to welcome railfans, residents, and visitors who want to witness this historic event.

As you enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, the White Haven Borough Police Department reminds everyone that safety must remain the top priority.

⚠️ Please remember:
• Stay off railroad tracks, bridges, and railroad property.
• Only view the train from designated public areas.
• Obey all railroad crossing signals and warning devices.
• Never attempt to beat the train at a crossing.
• Keep children close and supervised at all times.
• Remain alert and avoid distractions such as phones and headphones.
• Follow instructions from police officers, railroad personnel, and event staff.

✳️ Public viewing will be permitted from the White Haven Area Community Library property. However, parking is NOT permitted at the library.
Visitors must park in designated public parking areas and walk to the viewing location.
Visitors are encouraged to use the Lehigh Gorge State Park parking lots located both north and south of town and walk to viewing areas.

A train cannot stop quickly, and trespassing on railroad property is both dangerous and illegal. We want everyone to enjoy this historic visit and return home safely.

Thank you for your cooperation and for helping make this a safe and memorable event for our community.

Respect the Train. Protect Our Community.

Here is the link to track the train:
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06/10/2026

"Big Boy No. 4014” locomotive will be passing through White Haven this coming Sunday. The Engine House (White Haven library) parking area is restricted to pedestrians only. You will have to park elsewhere! Come and enjoy. See below for all details!!

“The Union Pacific Railroad will launch a coast-to-coast tour or their “Big Boy No. 4014” locomotive in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary! According to the latest reports, the locomotive is scheduled to leave Nesquehoning, PA around 10:00 AM on Sunday, June 14th. We estimate that the locomotive will pass by the Engine House here in White Haven at approximately 11:15 AM on its way to the Steamtown National Park in Scranton. The anticipation of this historic locomotive passing through our area will bring many enthusiasts to the Engine House to get a closer look at this American treasure. The Engine House parking lot will be restricted for pedestrian viewing only. There will be no access to the parking lot for vehicles. The community is invited to view this historic locomotive from the parking lot and the Rail Yard park.”

06/07/2026

Excitement is passing through White Haven with "Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive coming through at approximately 11:15am on June 14th. Please note that the parking area at the Engine House (White Haven Library) will be closed to vehicles but open for pedestrians along with the Rail Yard.

“The Union Pacific Railroad will launch a coast-to-coast tour or their “Big Boy No. 4014” locomotive in celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary! According to the latest reports, the locomotive is scheduled to leave Nesquehoning, PA around 10:00 AM on Sunday, June 14th. We estimate that the locomotive will pass by the Engine House here in White Haven at approximately 11:15 AM on its way to the Steamtown National Park in Scranton. The anticipation of this historic locomotive passing through our area will bring many enthusiasts to the Engine House to get a closer look at this American treasure. The Engine House parking lot will be restricted for pedestrian viewing only. There will be no access to the parking lot for vehicles. The community is invited to view this historic locomotive from the parking lot and the Rail Yard park.”

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06/03/2026

Our Book Club may have had to cancel for this month as the construction of our second floor goes on, but that doesn’t mean we are stopping! We chose our next read, ‘The Only One Left’ by Riley Sager. A Gothic whodunnit and a top book on BookTok, it is a spooky good beach read.

Follow this page for details on when and where our Book Club meets next. 🍷📚

06/03/2026

WHITE HAVEN BOOK CLUB IS CANCELLED FOR TONIGHT, JUNE 3RD DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES. WE WILL LET YOU KNOW THE NEXT DATE IN JULY WHEN WE WILL MEET. THANK YOU.

06/01/2026

Do to unforeseen circumstances the QR code for the free summer meals is not working. We are doing our best to get it up and running. It is not until the end of June so there is time. Once it is fixed it will be reposted and then you may sign up at that time. If you did get to sign up it may not have gone through and you may have to sign up again. Please be patient as we work to fix this issue. Thank you and have a good night.

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06/01/2026

Sorry for the confusion but our QR code for the summer food program is not working correctly. We are working on it and should have it up and running soon!!!

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05/30/2026

Stop by the Library today between 12pm-5pm to get your raffle tickets for Summer Fun Basket Raffle and check out the new logo clothing. Have a wonderful time.