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Friday Movie Matinee: The Poseidon Adventure

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of The Poseidon Adventure. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour, 57 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.

Rabbits 101

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join Bunny Brigade INC. for a program about rabbit care and maintenance. Learn about proper diet, veterinary care, and handling. There will also be a special furry guest! This is a free event for individuals ages 12+.   To register, please contact the Information Services desk or sign up online! Online form: Link Phone: 570- […]

Event Series Socrates Cafe

Socrates Cafe

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!

Friday Movie Matinee: Darby O’Gill and the Little People

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Darby O'Gill and the Little People. This film is rated G and runs for 1 hour, 33 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.

Comedy Movie Night: Beverly Hills Cop

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Please join us for Comedy Film Night! Every third Thursday, we will be showing a different comedy film because we all need a laugh! This month, we’ll be watching Beverly Hills Cop. This is a free event, and there will be snacks!

Friday Movie Matinee: Rain Man

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Rain Man. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours, 13 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.

Horror Club: The Relic

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

The Horror Club meets once a month in the Osterhout Free Library's Reading Room to view and discuss horror movies. This month, we'll be watching The Relic. This event is free to attend. All attendees must at least 18 years old. To register, please contact the Information Services desk or sign up online! Online form: […]

Adult Spring Reading Begins

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

During the months of April and May, read (or listen to) anything from our adult or young adult collection. eMaterial on CloudLibrary qualifies! Fill out a ticket at the Library or fill out the form on our website. One title equals one entry. Two entries per week permitting. The winner of the raffle gets a […]

Franklin Street Sleuths

Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing The Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell. A limited number of copies are available to purchase at the Osterhout Free Library Central Branch for a nominal fee. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Barbie (2023)

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Barbie (2023). This film is rated PG-13 and runs for one hour and 54 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Event Series Socrates Cafe

Socrates Cafe

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Rear Window

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Rear Window. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 52 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Adult DIY Night: Pop Art Pet Portraits

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Learn how to turn a photo of your pet into a bright, fun painting! This is a free class for adults, and all materials are provided. Space is limited, so please register. Phone: 570-821-1959 Online Registration: Link

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Pennsylvania for an informative presentation on Alzheimer's disease. This is a free event, and there's no registration required. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Comedy Movie Night: Ghostbusters (1984)

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Please join us for Comedy Film Night! Every third Thursday, we will be showing a different comedy film because we all need a laugh! This month, we’ll be watching Ghostbusters. This is a free event, and there will be snacks!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Good Morning Vietnam

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Good Morning Vietnam. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Knitting for Beginners

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

This is a free class that will cover the basics of knitting. To register: Phone: 570-821-1959 Online: Link

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: A Few Good Men

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of A Few Good Men. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours 18 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Franklin Street Sleuths

Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing The Outgoing by Thomas A. Buhr. A limited number of copies are available to purchase at the Osterhout Free Library Central Branch for a nominal fee. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch […]

Friday Movie Matinee: The Farewell

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of The Farewell. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Guided Meditation

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Get yourself centered! Join Howard Thomas from Oak Street Health for a guided meditation to relieve pain and stress. Howard has studied and practiced for over ten years with Tibetan monks. This is a free class, and seating is available. Although mats are not provided, participants are welcome to bring their own. To register: Online […]

Event Series Socrates Cafe

Socrates Cafe

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Anatomy of a Murder

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Join us for a free showing of Anatomy of a Murder. This film is not rated and runs for 2 hour 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Learn to Crochet: Beginner Level

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

This class will cover the basics of crochet for beginners. This is a free class, and supplies are provided! To register: Online form: Link Phone: 570-821-1959 Email: reference@luzernelibraries.org

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]