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  • Pride Craft Night

    Crafters aged 13+ are invited to make pride-themed fuse bead, shrink art, and beaded wearable crafts. This is a free event and all supplies are provided. To register: Phone: 570-823-0156 Online: Link

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House

    Join us for a free showing of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House. A man and his wife decide that they can afford to have a house in the country built to their specifications. It's a lot more trouble than they think. (IMDb) This film runs for 1 hours 34 minutes. This is a free […]

  • Beaded Hoop Workshop

    Come join us for a fun crafting workshop where you will make your own hooped artwork with beads and string. Come with your favorite book quote or saying! This is a free, guided workshop, and basic materials are provided. This workshop is for adults, and registration is required. Registration will open in June. Stay tuned!

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Rope (1948)

    Join us for a free showing of Rope. Two young men murder a former classmate as a test of their intellectual and moral superiority, then hide the body as they host a dinner party attended by the victim's girlfriend and father, as well as their former schoolmaster and mentor. (IMDb) This film runs for 1 […]

  • Knotty Brunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is Junicorn. We will have unicorn- and rainbow-inspired patterns available, but any project you're working on is […]

  • Horror Club: Child’s Play

    Join Horror Club on Monday, June 29th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Child's Play! From IMDb: "A dying serial killer transfers his consciousness into a popular kids doll using voodoo. A struggling single mother gifts her six-year-old son the much sought-after doll for his birthday, and the doll slowly begins to show […]

  • 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 Body in the Bookstore by Ellie Alexander. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. For more information, please call the Information Services Department: 570-821-1959.   The Franklin Street […]

  • Trivia Night: Disney Edition

    Join us for a night of Disney trivia! Both single players and pairs are welcome. This event is open to participants aged 12 and older, and players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Winners will receive a Disney-themed gift basket! To register: Phone: 570-823-0156 Online: Link

  • Socrates Cafe

    Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Patriot (2000)

    Join us for a free showing of The Patriot. Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours 45 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • String Quartet Concert

    Join the Northeast Pennsylvania Chamber Music Society for Beyond the Page: A Journey Through American Chamber Music. Explore the evolution of American music and the country's diverse, artistic heritage. This is a free concert and no registration is required.

  • Charles Bufalino Book Talk

    Join us for a book discussion with Charles Bufalino, cousin of the legendary crime boss Russell Bufalino and the author of Bufalino: Revelations of a Mafia Family, the Teamsters, and the Final Resting Place of Jimmy Hoffa. Charles with discuss his book and answer audience questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to purchase a copy […]

  • Nutrition Links with Penn State Extension

    Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]

  • Adult Crafting: Embroidered Felt Snowflakes

    It's Christmas in July! Learn the basics of embroidery and hand stitching as you sew a felt ornament. This is a free class for adults, and all of the supplies are provided. To register: Online: Link Phone: 570-829-1959

  • Knotty Bunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is ice cream. We will have frozen treat-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is […]

  • Nutrition Links with Penn State Extension

    Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: 1776

    Join us for a free showing of 1776. A musical retelling of the American Revolution's political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours 21 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free […]

  • Horror Club: Good Boy

    Join Horror Club on Monday, July 27th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Good Boy! From IMDb: "A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to protect the […]

  • Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy

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

    Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy Have you ever wondered where your family came from or wanted to learn more about your ancestors? Join us for Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy and learn the basics of researching your family tree! We'll introduce you to helpful genealogy resources, share tips for getting started, and show you how to uncover […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Last of the Mohicans

    Join us for a free showing of The Last of the Mohicans. Three Mohican trappers agree to protect the daughters of a British Colonel in the midst of the French and Indian War. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 1 hours 52 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth […]

  • Nutrition Links with Penn State Extension

    Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]

  • 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 Author's Guide to Murder by Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig, and Karen White. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. For more information, please call the Information Services Department: […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Glory (1989)

    Join us for a free showing of Glory. Robert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices from both his own Union Army, and the Confederates. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the […]

  • Socrates Cafe

    Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.

  • Adult Craft: Foam Block Printing

    Using foam, learn how to carve your own stamps! You will receive all necessary materials as well as five greeting cards to use with your stamps. This is class is for adults only, and there is a $5 to cover the cost of materials. Registration is required. To register, visit this link.

  • Knotty Brunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is cats. We will have feline-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is welcome! This […]

  • Adulting 101 Presents: First Aid & CPR Training

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

    Adulting 101 Presents: First Aid & CPR Training Be prepared when every second counts by joining us for our Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training with Cintas! This hands-on, certification course will teach you the essential skills needed to respond confidently during emergencies. Whether you're looking to build your resume, prepare for babysitting or […]

  • Horror Club: Jurassic Park (1993)

    Join Horror Club on Monday, August 31st at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Jurassic Park! From IMDb: "An industrialist invites some experts to visit his theme park of cloned dinosaurs. After a power failure, the creatures run loose, putting everyone's lives, including his grandchildren's, in danger." This film is rated PG-13 and runs […]

  • 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 Serial by Casey Hill This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. For more information, please call the Information Services Department: 570-821-1959.   The Franklin Street Sleuths are sponsored by […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Pirate (1948)

    Join us for a free showing of The Pirate. A girl is engaged to the local rich man, but meanwhile she has dreams about the legendary pirate Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with her and to impress her he poses as the pirate. (IMDb) This film runs for 1 hour and 42 minutes. […]