Shamokin combines small-city character with schools, healthcare, recreation, public services, and active community organizations.
Education and Career Training
- Shamokin Area School District: 2000 West State Street, Coal Township, PA 17866. 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, PA 17866. Programs include construction, welding, automotive technology, health occupations, protective services, culinary arts, cosmetology, and childcare. Visit NCCTC.
Healthcare and Public Services
- Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital: 4200 Hospital Road, Coal Township, PA 17866. Find services and directions through Geisinger. Call 911 for emergencies.
- Shamokin City Hall: 47 East Lincoln Street, Shamokin, PA 17872. Visit the City website for municipal services, permits, notices, and contacts.
- Northumberland County Area Agency on Aging: 322 North Second Street, Sunbury, PA 17801. Find caregiver support, transportation, protective services, and senior programs through the county agency.
Library Programs and Learning
Shamokin-Coal Township Public Library: 210 East Independence Street, Shamokin, PA 17872; 570-648-3202. The library offers free Northumberland County library cards, Wi-Fi, computers, online resources, interlibrary loans, and family museum passes.
Programs include Preschool Storytime & Movement on Mondays at 10 a.m., Nighttime Storytime on the second Tuesday at 6 p.m., adult book clubs, and Library for All activities. Check the program calendar or library website before visiting.
Parks, Playgrounds and Recreation
- Claude Kehler Community Park: West Arch Street, Shamokin. Call City Hall at 570-644-0876 for rental information.
- Neighborhood playgrounds: 5th Street Playground, Sunbury Street Playground, and Shamokin Street Playground.
- Strausser Shroyer Memorial Swimming Pool: 132 North Rock Street, Shamokin. Confirm seasonal schedules and rates on the City Parks and Recreation page.
Arts and Community Connection
The Northumberland County Council for the Arts & Humanities at 8th and Arch Streets offers cultural programs. Artisan Alley, 702 North Shamokin Street, hosts artists, classes, and events. Find more groups through the City community directory and Go Shamokin calendar.
Hours and schedules may change. Confirm details directly before visiting.
