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Teen Night: DIY Picture Frames

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

We’ll have all the supplies for you to decorate 1 or 4 style frames. Paint, glitter, buttons and more...Oh my! Whatever your style is, we’ll help you make something special! This is a free event for teenagers ages 12-18. To register, visit the Information Services desk or call 570-821-1959.

Teen Night: Money Talks

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

If you want to get ahead in the world, you need to understand money— what to do with it ( and what not to do).  This program hopes to help  teens understand financial literacy to effectively manage their financial resources for a lifetime of financial well being. This is a free event for teenagers ages […]

Teen Night: Movie Trivia

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

Movie trivia night with pizza and prizes! For teens ages 12-18.

DIY Craft Night: Mini Chickens

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

Celebrate Dance Like a Chicken Day by making your very own mini chicken! This program is for teens and adults ages thirteen and older. Reservations are required for this free program. Light refreshments will be served. To register, please call 570-821-1959 or visit the Information Services desk.

Teen Night: Book Tasting

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

Sit down and broaden your tastes with some new or old books. For teens ages 12-18

Teen Night: The Hunt for Isaac Osterhout’s Treasure

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

Join us as we search the library for clues that may lead us to the location of Isaac Osterhout's fabled lost treasure. This scavenger hunt will show you all the secrets that the library has been hiding right under your nose! This is a free event for teens 12-18.

Teen Night: Basketball/Volleyball

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

Just in time for the nice weather. Let's shoot some hoops! For teens 12-18.

Teen Movie Night: Pitch Perfect

In keeping with our Summer Reading Theme—”Libraries Rock!”, we’re presenting Pitch Perfect!   Starring Anna Kendrick and Rebel Wilson in this unmissable musical comedy! Free popcorn too!! This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Guitar Hero

We’ll be rocking out to Guitar Hero 4 World Tour on the XBoX 360. We’ve got dueling guitars to see who will be crowned the “Rock god!” This is event is for teens ages 12-18. Food and drink will be provided.

Teen Night: Music Appreciation Night

Join us for a night of Music Appreciation! We want you to come in with your favorite music and songs, whether it’s a CD, Tape or MP3 bring it in and share why you love it with fellow music lovers. You might discover something new! This event is for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Open Mic Night

All artists welcome: Singers, songwriters, musicians, comedians, and poets! You must sign up for spot to perform! To sign up, please visit or call the Information Services at 570-821-1959 or email the teen librarian at LHarding@luzernelibraries.org .

Teen Night: DIY Wind Chimes

Drop in the library to make silverware wind chimes! We have all the supplies you'll need and show you how to put it all together. For teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Back To The 80s

You're totally invited to the raddest party around! We're going back in time to the 80s!! Dress up in your best 80s gear while we play awesome 80s music and play retro videogames! There'll be food and drinks, too! We'll also have a contest for the best 80s outfit! Be there or be square! Cowabunga, […]

Teen Night: Harry Potter Celebration

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

This is a free event! All teens ages 12-18 are welcome!

Teen Night: Cornhole Tournament

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

Join us for a few games of cornhole, a fun summer pastime! This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Ice Cream Social

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

Join our Teen Night as we say "goodbye" to summer and "hello" to another school year! This event is free, and all teens ages 12-18 are welcome!

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Teen Night: Adulting 101

For everything school can't teach you! Learn basic cooking, home repair, employment and other valuable life skills. Great for students going away to college! This is a free event for teenagers 12-18.

Teen Night: Epicurious?

Adventurous? Like to try new things? How about a starfruit? Sample an assortment of foods maybe you've never tried before! Please be aware of any food allergies. This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Talk Saves Lives – Suicide Awareness

Join us for a presentation by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention about the warning signs and risk factors associated with mental health and suicide. September is Suicide Awareness Month. This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Pumpkin Painting Craft

We're painting pumpkins for Halloween! Stop in and get creative with the help of the Young Adult Librarian. We'll have all the supplies you'll need. This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: DIY Bookmarks

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

To kick off "Teen Read Week", we're creating our very own bookmarks. Make it personal! Make it fun! Whatever you have planned, we'll have the supplies you'll need. Not sure what you make? We'll also have some ideas ready, so don't fret. Stop by and get creative! This is a free craft for teens ages […]

Teen Night: Horror Movie Night

We'll be watching the 80s cult classic, Gremlins! Who can say no to Gizmo?! Popcorn and refreshments will be provided! Movie starts at 5:30PM. This event is free to attend and is for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Stop Bullying

Please join us in welcoming Mike Walters, a retired school principal, as he presents ways to stop bullying. This free program is for all ages; parents are welcome to join.

Teen Night: Halloween Party

Trick or Treat at the Library! Show off your costume and be entered into our costume contest! Refreshments will be provided! Prizes for best costumes! This event is for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Game Night

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

We're taking game night to a whole new level! Stop in with your friends or meet new friends for Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, or pick from our collection of classic board games. There will be free pizza and snacks! This event is for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: Internet Safety – What You Need To Know

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

Do you know who you're talking to online? Do you know what's attached to that email? Or what's in that download? Are you being cyberbullied or asked to share personal information? These are all important questions worth asking, and we'll help answer them for you. This event is for teens ages 12-18.

Teen Night: DIY Christmas Ornaments

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

Make your very own, one-of-a-kind, marbled swirl or melted crayon ornament. Super easy to make and beautiful to hang or give as a gift!