Kids, join us on Tuesday, June 23rd, at 2PM for a Jurassic journey! See and touch life-size and genuine museum exhibit pieces up-close, while learning from a Dinosaurs Rock expert! This event will be held in the tent next to the Osterhout Free Library at 71 S Franklin St in Wilkes-Barre. To register for this […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
🌻🎨 Wild by Design Discover the beauty of patterns in the world around us at Wild by Design. From spirals and symmetry to stripes and textures, this creative program invites Teens & Young Adults to explore nature’s designs and turn them into their own artistic creations. 📅 Wednesday, June 24, 2026🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM📍 […]
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!
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 […]
On Saturday, June 27th, kids can join us in the Children's Department for some DINO-mite STEAM fun! Witness a volcano eruption, create "lava" slime, play with Ozobots, and more! No need to register; just stop in any time from 10AM-2PM to be part of the fun! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We […]
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 […]
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 […]
On Monday, June 29th at 6PM, kids ages 8-12 can join us in the Children's Department to solve a mystery! The dinosaurs have broken into the library, and it's up to you to crack the case! Put your detective skills to the test, and help us unearth the story of the dinosaur library mystery! Registration […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Patriotic Patchwork 🧵🇺🇸 Celebrate creativity and America’s 250th birthday at the Osterhout Free Library! Join us for Patriotic Patchwork, where Teens & Young Adults will learn the art of Kinusaiga, a traditional Japanese no-sew quilting technique, to create their own patriotic-themed patchwork designs. All materials will be provided. 📅 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 🕔 5:00 […]
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 […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Millennial Movie Night: The Goonies 🏴☠️🎬 Hey you guys! Join us at the Osterhout Free Library for a special Millennial Movie Night screening of The Goonies! Follow Mikey, Mouth, Chunk, Data, and the gang as they search for One-Eyed Willie’s legendary treasure while dodging traps, pirates, and the Fratellis in one of the most beloved […]
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
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Bookish Banter: Teen Book Club Looking for a fun way to talk about your latest reads? Join our Bookish Banter Teen Book Club at the Osterhout Free Library! 📖✨Read, discuss, and swap book recommendations with other teens each month. No assigned reading—just great conversations. Come share what you’re reading, watching, playing or creating! We’re open to all […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Analog to App: A Retro Tech Journey Join us for Analog to App: A Retro Tech Journey, where teens and young adults can get hands-on with gadgets from the pre-digital age. Explore retro technology, learn how it worked, discover how far innovation has come, and test your knowledge of life before the internet was at […]
Join Kassidy Cobb as she shares tips and guidance for discovering historical relics...sometimes right in your own backyard! From metal detecting dos and don'ts to suggestions for finding historical relics and coins without a detector even needed, attendees will realize that historical relics just light be closer than they think! This is a free event […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
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 […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
