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  • Friends Tent Book Sale

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

    Friday, June 10: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 11: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Monday, June 13 – Tuesday, June 14 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 15 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books for $5 Thursday, June 16 9:30 […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale: Children’s Day

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

    Friday, June 10: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 11: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Monday, June 13 – Tuesday, June 14 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 15 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books for $5 Thursday, June 16 9:30 […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale

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

    Friday, June 10: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 11: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Monday, June 13 – Tuesday, June 14 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 15 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books for $5 Thursday, June 16 9:30 […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale: Bag & Box Day

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

    Friday, June 10: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 11: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Monday, June 13 – Tuesday, June 14 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 15 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books for $5 Thursday, June 16 9:30 […]

  • All “Fore” Books Mini Golf Classic

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

    The Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre, PA invites you, your family and friends to the 3rd Annual All 'Fore' Books Mini Golf Classic! Enjoy 18 fun and very unique holes played within, through and around the library stacks at the Osterhout Free Library! Sunday, July 31, 2022 | 11am-3pm $5 per child | $10 per adult […]

    $5 – $10
  • Gala & Silent Auction

    Westmoreland Club 59 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

    Save a very important date: Friday, September 9, 2022   Online Silent Auction The online silent auction opens at 12noon (EST) on Tuesday, September 6, 2022. Full timeline and details are as follows: Opens at 12noon on Tues, Sept. 6 Closes at 12noon on Sat, Sept. 10 Over 100 items will be up for grabs! […]

  • Brewsterhout Rooftop Party

    Intermodal Transportation Center 47 S. Washington Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

    13th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party: Friday, October 7, 2022 from 5-8PM Intermodal Center Rooftop, 47 S. Washington St, Wilkes-Barre SOLD OUT!

    $30
  • Friends $5 Bag Sale

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

    The Friends of the Osterhout Free Library are having a $5 bag sale on Saturday, October 29th from 10am to 2pm! Fill a bag for only $5 All inventory included Bags will be provided while supplies last

    $5
  • Friends Holiday Sale

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

    Come shop at the Friends of the Osterhout Book Shop from 10am to 2pm for some amazing deals on Christmas themed books, DVDs, CDs, puzzles and more!  

  • All “Fore” Books Mini Golf Classic

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

                  The Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre, PA invites you, your family and friends to the 4th Annual All 'Fore' Books Mini Golf Classic! Enjoy 18 fun and very unique holes played within, through and around the library stacks at the Osterhout Free Library! Sunday, March 26, 2023 | 10am-2pm […]

  • NEPA Gives!

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

      We’re so excited to be a part of NEPA Gives! You can support our campaign by visiting:  Give to Osterhout Free Library | NEPA Gives  and donating on June 6-7 (7pm - 7pm)! Plan your donation ahead of time and help us win some amazing prizes that will provide matching funds and boost our […]

  • Library Giving Day

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

    Libraries strengthen communities and transform lives every day. In addition to well-loved books, the Osterhout Free Library offers innovative programs that promote lifelong learning, connect patrons to technology, and advance knowledge and opportunity for all. Join us during Library Giving Day for a one-day online fundraising event! We encourage patrons and library lovers to make a […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale

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

    Friday, June 7: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 8: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 4:30PM Monday, June 10 – Tuesday, June 11: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 12: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books for $5 Thursday, June 13: 9:30 […]

  • Fundraising night at Buff City Soap

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

    Shop in-store (407 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre) from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and 20% of all sales during this time will be donated back to the library! Look for limited edition soaps and gift sets! All purchases are eligible for the donation.

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. Saturday, October 26th from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BAGS AVAILALBE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY. BAGS FROM HOME WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. 

  • Giving Tuesday 2024

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

    Join us for this annual day of global generosity when we raise critical funding for library programs and services! Kick off the end of year giving season with a donation to the Osterhout Free Library. A tax-deductible donation of $100 can provide one day of school outreach in the community or one educational program at […]

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. Saturday, February 22nd from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BAGS AVAILALBE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY. BAGS FROM HOME WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. 

  • All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic All Ages

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

    All 'FORE' Books Mini Golf Classic in partnership with Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre is set for Saturday March 22nd (21+) from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday March 23rd (all ages) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY OR ONLINE! Saturday tickets […]

  • Library Giving Day

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

      Libraries strengthen communities and transform lives every day. In addition to well-loved books, the Osterhout Free Library offers innovative programs that promote lifelong learning, connect patrons to technology, and advance knowledge and opportunity for all. Join us during Library Giving Day for a one-day online fundraising event! We encourage patrons and library lovers to […]

  • North Branch Books, Baskets & Bake Sale!

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

    Friends of the North Branch will be holding their annual Books, Baskets & Bake Sale fundraising event on Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 10am - 2pm at the North Branch - 28 Oliver St., Parsons, Wilkes-Barre Great reads, great deals, over 20 raffle baskets and yummy sweets! We hope to see you there in support […]

  • NEPA Gives!

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

        We’re so excited to be a part of NEPA Gives! You can support our campaign by visiting:  Give to Osterhout Free Library | NEPA Gives and donating on June 5-6 (7pm - 7pm)! Plan your donation ahead of time and help us win some amazing prizes that will provide matching funds and boost […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale

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

    Friday, June 13: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 14: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Sunday, June 15: BOOK SALE CLOSED Monday, June 16 – Tuesday, June 17: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Wednesday, June 18: 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM Children’s Day Fill a bag with children’s books […]

  • 16th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party

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

      The Osterhout Free Library is thrilled to announce our 16th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party! Mark those calendars for Friday, October 3, 2025 atop the Intermodal Center in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Event runs from 5-8pm. Tickets are $30 per person. Beer and food are included (while supplies last). Must be 21+ to attend. We hope you […]

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 cash and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. Saturday, October 25th from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BAGS AVAILALBE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY. BAGS FROM HOME WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. 

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 cash and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. Saturday, February 28th from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. BAGS AVAILALBE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY. BAGS FROM HOME WILL NOT BE PERMITTED. 

  • All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic Adult Night (21+)

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

    All 'FORE' Books Mini Golf Classic in partnership with Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre is set for Saturday March 21st (21+) from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY OR ONLINE! Saturday tickets are $20 per person (includes 2 drink tickets).  All proceeds support children's […]

  • All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic All Ages

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

    All 'FORE' Books Mini Golf Classic in partnership with Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre is set for Sunday March 22nd (all ages) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY OR ONLINE! Sunday tickets are $5 for children and $10 for adults. All proceeds support […]

  • North Branch Books, Baskets & Bake Sale!

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

    Friends of the North Branch will be holding their annual Books, Baskets & Bake Sale fundraising event on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10am - 2pm at the North Branch - 28 Oliver St., Parsons, Wilkes-Barre Great reads, great deals, over 20 raffle baskets and yummy sweets! We hope to see you there in support […]

  • Last Day For Book Donations

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

    Today is the last day to donate books for the Friends Tent Book Sale!

  • NEPA Gives!

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

        We’re so excited to be a part of NEPA Gives! You can support our campaign by visiting:  Give to Osterhout Free Library | NEPA Gives and donating on June 4-5 (7pm - 7pm)! MORE THAN BOOKS. ENDLESS OPPORTUNITY.  This NEPA Gives, your donation helps keep library resources free and available to everyone who […]