Join us for a free showing of Inherit the Wind. Based on a real-life case in 1925; two great lawyers argue the case for, and against, a Tennessee science teacher accused of the crime of teaching Darwin's theory of evolution. (IMDb) This film runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the […]
Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, October 17th to create their own Halloween accessories! Decorate a tote bag to hold your treats, or create a mask to trick-or-treat in style! This program runs from 10AM to 2PM and registration is required, as space is limited. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. […]
Join Horror Club on Monday, October 19th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film We Are What We Are! A chilling horror film filled with family secrets, dark traditions, and small-town mystery! Adults only. Viewer discretion advised. Do you dare to watch with us? This is a free event for adults only. Registration is […]
Join us for a free cross-stitch embellishment workshop! Spend an evening learning the basics of cross-stitch while adding a unique, personal design to your own clothes. Please bring one article of clothing or an accessory to customize. Recommended items: Baseball caps, canvas tote bags, sweatshirts. Tee-shirts are not recommended for this specific technique. To register: […]
Tweens ages 8-12 are invited to join us on Tuesday, October 20th at 6PM for Eerie Eats! Create fun seasonal snacks and drinks, enter contests, and play games! Registration is required, as space is limited. To register, 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!
Adulting 101 Presents: Wash, Rinse, Repeat Laundry doesn’t have to be a mystery! If you’re away at school or want to help out around the house. Join us for Wash, Rinse, Repeat, a practical Adulting 101 program designed to help Teens & Young Adults learn the essentials of doing laundry the right way. 👕🧦 With help […]
Join us for a free showing of All the President's Men. "The Washington Post" reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein uncover the details of the Watergate scandal that leads to President Richard Nixon's resignation. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours and 18 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by […]
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 Halloween. We will have spooky-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is welcome! This […]
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us in the Children's Department on Monday, October 26th at 6PM for a Halloween Costume Party! Enjoy games, festive treats, and prizes, as you show off your Halloween costume! Registration is required, as space is limited. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you […]
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!
Halloween Party! Get ready for a night of Halloween fun at the Osterhout Free Library! 🕷️🧡Teens & Young Adults are invited to join us for an evening filled with: 🎭 Costume Contest – Come dressed to impress!🎲 Games🍕 FREE Pizza🍿 Snacks & Refreshments 📅 Wednesday, October 28, 2026⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM📍 3rd Floor Meeting Room, Osterhout Free Library Bring your friends, wear your favorite costume, and celebrate […]
Join us for a free showing of Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. Wallace and his loyal dog, Gromit, set out to discover the mystery behind the garden sabotage that plagues their village and threatens the annual giant vegetable growing contest. (IMDb) This film is rated G and runs for 1 hour and […]
Buy one book, CD or DVD and get one free in the Friends of the Osterhout Book Shop! Sale valid the last Saturday of each month. All Book Shop inventory included.
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!
✨ DREAM WEAVERS ✨ Teens & Young Adults—come get creative and learn how to make your very own Ojibwe Dreamcatcher! 🪶 Join us for an evening of hands-on crafting while learning about Dreamcatchers and other Native American art forms. All materials are provided! 📅 Wednesday, November 4, 2026 ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM 📍 3rd Floor Meeting […]
An acclaimed writer with 56 years in publishing, 46 books, and more than 4,000 published poems, Swoyersville-born John Yamrus will be sharing his experience and advice for aspiring writers. He will also be discussing his recent books and local roots. Some of his works will be available for purchase and for signing. To register, […]
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing His Perfect Crime by Alex Sigmore. 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 […]
Join us for a free showing of High Noon. A town Marshal, despite the disagreements of his newlywed bride and the townspeople around him, must face a gang of deadly killers alone at "high noon" when the gang leader, an outlaw he "sent up" years ago, arrives on the noon train. (IMDb) This film is […]
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 Calling all teens! Joins us for Bookish Banter, a fun and relaxed book club where you can talk about whatever you’re into – books, movies, games or TV shows. No assigned reading, no pressure, just great conversation and shared interests! Try out a new genre, get recommendations from peers […]
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.
Join us for a free showing of Judgment at Nuremberg. Fictionalized depiction of the 1947 Judges' Trial, the third of 12 trials of Nazi war criminals conducted by the American occupying forces in Nuremberg, Germany, in which former judges of Nazi Germany were tried for their actions. (IMDb) This film runs for 3 hours. 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!
Adulting 101: Party Like A Pro Want to throw an unforgettable party? Learn how to plan one like a pro! 🥳 We’ll cover everything you need to know to host a fun, safe, and successful event—plus, there will be a giveaway for all participants! 🎁 📅 Wednesday, November 18, 2026 ⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM 📍 3rd […]
Stop in to make your own bookmark! The library will provide pressed flowers, stickers and the laminator. Feel free to bring your own supplies! This is a free, all ages event. Children under the age of 16 need to be accompanied by a parent. To register: Phone: 570-821-1959 Online: Link
Join us for a free showing of Planes, Trains and Automobiles. A Chicago advertising man must struggle to travel home from New York for Thanksgiving, with a lovable oaf of a shower-curtain-ring salesman as his only companion. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 1 hour and 33 minutes. This is a free […]
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 Dinovember. We will have dinosaur-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is welcome! 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!
Join us for a free showing of Home for the Holidays. After being fired, making out with her soon-to-be ex-boss, and discovering that her daughter plans to spend Thanksgiving with her boyfriend, Claudia Larson faces the unenviable task of spending the holiday with her exceedingly dull family. (IMDb) This film is rated PG-13 and runs […]
