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  • Let’s talk about it: Women’s Suffrage

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

    Let's talk about it: Women's Suffrage. The Osterhout Free Library will hold a book discussion at our North Branch location on Thurs. April 28 at 6:00pm. Click here to learn more. Hope to see you there!

  • Franklin Street Sleuths Book Discussion Group

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

    This week, we will be discussing The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call the library: 570-821-1959.

  • One More Row: Knit and Crochet Group

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

    Everyone is welcome! Knit, crochet, and share tips and ideas.

  • DIY Night: Bad Art Night

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

    Join us for Bad Art Night! At the end of the night, one lucky artist will go home with the Best Worse Artist trophy! This is a free event for adults.

  • Book Buddies Event – Book from the Past

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

    A Book from the Past with the Book Buddies Kids are encouraged to come dressed up as their favorite decade! We will travel to the past with books about time travel and history. Kids will also get to get crafty with a coloring sheet of their decade choice! Snacks and drinks will be offered. This […]

  • Book Discussion & Signing

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

    Author Maxim Furek will be at the Osterhout Free Library to discuss his book Somebody Else's Dream: Dakota, the Bouys, and Timothy. Come meet the author and have your copy of the book signed!

  • Teen Game Night is Back!

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

    Teens Nights are coming back!! Celebrate our return with new friends, new games and of course...PIZZA! Space is limited to 15 participants. Please call (570) 823-0156 to register. This event is FREE!

  • North Branch Books, Baskets & Bake Sale

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

    The Friends of the Osterhout Free Library North Branch are excited to bring back the Books, Baskets & Bake Sale! Mark those calendars for Saturday, May 21, 2022 from 11am – 3pm at the North Branch Library located at 28 Oliver St., Wilkes-Barre. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase new and used books, take […]

  • 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 week, we will be discussing Hostage by Clare Mackintosh. 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 on 28 Oliver […]

  • Medicare 101 Seminar

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

    Register now to attend a free Medicare 101 educational seminar on June 6th where Orion Client Services will walk you through the Medicare process. Discover your Medicare options today! Call: 717-323-2000 Visit: www.urlinsgroup.com/medicare10 This is not a library program. For educational purposes only. This is an advertisement.

  • DIY Night: Beaded Cuffs

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

    Join the Osterhout Free Library for a special DIY Night celebrating Pride Month! We will be making beaded cuffs for this intermediate-level adult craft program. Seating is limited, so registration is required. Please call the Information Services desk at 570-821-1959 to register.

  • Pajama Movie Night!- Encanto

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

    Join us Tuesday, June 7th, at 5:00pm for Pajama Movie Night: Encanto! Space is limited and registration is a required! Please call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, Ext. 217 to register.  

  • Socrates Cafe

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

    Socrates Cafe is back! Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a chosen topic. This is a free event, and all are welcome.

  • Friends Tent Book Sale: Preview Night

    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: Opening 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 […]

  • Wimpy Kid Day

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

    Make comics, games, and more! Join us  for Wimpy Kid Day on Saturday, June 11, 2022  from 11:00am-12:30pm. Space is limited, registration is required. Please call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, Ext. 217 to register.

  • 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 […]

  • Children’s Day: Storytime Under the Trees

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

    Stop by for Storytime at 10:30am-11:00am  & 1:00-1:30pm! Kids Craft Table 11am-1pm Free Balloon Animals (while they last) 1 Free Book for Every Child Free Raffle Prizes! Special Book Sale Rate: Fill a bag for $5!

  • Children’s Day: Storytime Under the Trees

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

    Stop by for Storytime at 10:30am-11:00am  & 1:00-1:30pm! Kids Craft Table 11am-1pm Free Balloon Animals (while they last) 1 Free Book for Every Child Free Raffle Prizes! Special Book Sale Rate: Fill a bag for $5!

  • 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 […]

  • Book Signing & Discussion

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

    Author and Wilkes-Barre native Suzanne Jones will discuss her book, From the Flood, which details her family's experience during and after the Hurricane Agnes flood.

  • Summer Storytime

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

    Join us on Wednesdays, July 6th- August 24th,  at 10:30am for ocean-themed stories and a craft. No need to register, just drop in!

  • Book Buddies

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

    The Book Buddies are back with another FREE event happening Saturday, July 9, from 11-1! Click here to register for all the fun!

  • Pajama Movie Night: Luca

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

    Join us Tuesday, July 12th at 5:00pm for Luca. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 570-823-0156, Ext 217 to register.

  • Franklin Street Sleuths Book Discussion Group

    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 week, we will be discussing Fortune Favors The Dead by Stephen Spotswood. 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 […]

  • An Ocean of Plastic: See How to Save the Seas!

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

    Join us on Tuesday, July 26th at 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Please call Youth Services to register at 570-823-0156, Ext 217.

  • Let’s Talk About It! : Book discussion series

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

    Join us for Let's Talk About It!, a book discussion series hosted jointly with King's College. We will be discussing Ida B. the Queen: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Ida B. Wells by Michelle Duster. A limited number of copies are freely available at the Osterhout Library.

  • 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