Community Resources
Shamokin combines small-city character with education, healthcare, recreation, public services, and a strong network of organizations that support residents at every stage of life.
Education, Child Development and Career Training
- Shamokin Area School District: 2000 West State Street, Coal Township. Find registration, calendars, athletics, meals, and family resources on the district website.
- Northumberland County Career and Technology Center: 1700-2000 West Montgomery Street, Coal Township. Programs include construction, welding, automotive technology, health occupations, protective services, culinary arts, cosmetology, and childcare. Visit NCCTC.
- Luzerne County Community College Northumberland Regional Center: Located on the fourth floor of the Northumberland County Career and Arts Center in downtown Shamokin. The center offers college courses, degree pathways, workforce education, advising, and learning support close to home. Explore the Shamokin center and its Goldman Sachs Learning Center.
- Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit (CSIU): CSIU serves local children and families through Early Head Start, Head Start at the Shamokin Annex, early intervention, and after-school and summer programming for Shamokin Elementary students.
- BHA PRIDE IES at Shamokin Academy: 115-117 North Seventh Street, Shamokin. This specialized school program provides intensive emotional support for eligible elementary-age students. Learn about PRIDE IES at Shamokin Academy.
Healthcare, Behavioral Health and Family Support
- Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital: 4200 Hospital Road, Coal Township. Find hospital services and directions through Geisinger. Call 911 for emergencies.
- Shamokin Health Center - Primary Health Network: 531 North Franklin Street, Shamokin; 570-486-4588. The center provides local primary and family medicine. View the Shamokin Health Center.
- Community Services Group (CSG): CSG’s Shamokin office connects people with community-based mental-health and intellectual and developmental-disability services. Find referral and appointment information on the CSG Shamokin page.
- NORCO: Northumberland County Organizational Resources for Community Outreach operates a Shamokin drop-in center and peer/community support activities for people living with mental-health challenges. Call 570-644-9088 for current location, hours, and programs.
- Northumberland County BH/IDS: County services include behavioral-health, intellectual-disability, autism, and early-intervention information and supports. Visit BH/IDS or call 570-495-2039.
- Central Susquehanna Opportunities (CSO): 2 East Arch Street, Shamokin; 570-644-6575 ext. 0. CSO helps residents connect with employment services, housing and utility assistance, food programs, transportation support, workshops, and other resources. Review CSO programs and services.
Library Programs and Learning
Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library: 210 East Independence Street, Shamokin; 570-648-3202. The library offers Northumberland County library cards, Wi-Fi, computers, online resources, interlibrary loans, family museum passes, storytimes, book clubs, and inclusive activities. Check the program calendar or library website.
Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation
- Claude Kehler Community Park: West Arch Street, Shamokin. The park supports recreation, concerts, festivals, public gatherings, and pavilion rentals. Call City Hall at 570-644-0876 for rental information.
- Volunteer Park: A day-use green space for picnics, community events, open-space activities, and passive recreation. A city master plan proposes an accessible playground, shaded picnic areas, a rain garden, and a bridge connection to Claude Kehler Park. Follow the Volunteer Park project for progress.
- Neighborhood playgrounds: Fifth Street Playground, East Sunbury Street Playground, South Shamokin Street Playground, and Second Street Playground are listed in the City’s community welcome guide. Confirm current conditions and hours through the City Parks and Recreation page.
- Strausser Shroyer Memorial Swimming Pool: 132 North Rock Street, Shamokin. The municipal pool operates seasonally, weather permitting; confirm current schedules and rates with the City.
Everyday Services, Housing, Transportation and Seniors
- Shamokin City Hall: 47 East Lincoln Street, Shamokin. Visit the City website for municipal services, permits, notices, parks information, and contacts.
- Coal Region Adult Community Center: 2 East Arch Street, Shamokin; 570-644-0772. The Northumberland County Area Agency on Aging center offers a local gathering place and programs for older residents. See Adult Community Centers.
- Housing Authority of the City of Shamokin: 1 East Independence Street, Shamokin; 570-644-0431. Contact the authority for current information about public housing and Housing Choice Voucher programs. The City also provides fair-housing information.
- rabbittransit Shared Ride: Northumberland County residents can use shared-ride and paratransit services for eligible trips. Call 1-800-632-9063 or review Northumberland County travel information.
- Northumberland County Area Agency on Aging: The agency coordinates caregiver support, protective services, transportation, community centers, and other programs for older adults. Visit the county agency.
Arts and Community Connection
The Northumberland County Council for the Arts & Humanities at Eighth and Arch Streets presents cultural programs and the Anthracite Heritage Festival. Artisan Alley, 702 North Shamokin Street, hosts artists, classes, and events. Find more activities through the City community directory and Go Shamokin calendar.
Programs, eligibility, locations, and schedules can change. Contact each organization directly for current information.
