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Adulting 101: Organize the Chaos

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

Adulting 101: Organize the Chaos Learn how to better organize your life with Ms. Laura! We'll talk about strategies, tips and techniques to clean and organize any mess! Free giveaway for all participants! Wednesday April 24, 2024 5:00 - 6:30PM For Teens and Young Adults Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ […]

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: A Few Good Men

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

Join us for a free showing of A Few Good Men. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours 18 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Irish Step Dancing 101

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

Join Shannon Joyce Cerulli from Joyce School of Irish Dance for a free, all ages Irish step dancing class! Learn about the dance's history and try out some beginner-friendly moves. This event will be held in the patio space next to the library. To register: Phone: 570-821-1959 Online: Link

Event Series Book Shop BOGO

Book Shop BOGO

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

Buy one book, get one free in the Friends Book Shop on the last open Saturday of the month! Offer valid in the Friends Book Shop on the last Saturday of each month.

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 27, 2024 from 11am - 3pm 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 […]

Kidz Club – Origami Night

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

  On April 29th from 6-7 p.m., kids ages 9 - 12 can create an origami fortune teller! Please call to register - (570) 823-0156 ext. 217

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR

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

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training Certification This program is FREE and space is LIMITED. Learn about emergency situations, First Aid, and CPR with live demonstration from CINTAS. Certification is included with completion of this program. Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:00 -7:00 PM (This is a 3 hour course) Teens and Young Adults Registration […]

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

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 month, we will be discussing The Outgoing by Thomas A. Buhr. 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 […]

Friday Movie Matinee: The Farewell

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

Join us for a free showing of The Farewell. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Guided Meditation

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

Get yourself centered! Join Howard Thomas from Oak Street Health for a guided meditation to relieve pain and stress. Howard has studied and practiced for over ten years with Tibetan monks. This is a free class, and seating is available. Although mats are not provided, participants are welcome to bring their own. To register: Online […]

All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic

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, May 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. Tickets will be available for purchase at library toward the end of March! Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our homepage HERE […]

Adulting 101: Back to Basics Cooking Class

First Presbyterian Church Gather Room 97 S. Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Adulting 101: Back to Basics Cooking Class Learn how to cook with instruction from David Pembleton from Luzerne County Community College Culinary Department! Free giveaway for all participants! Tuesday May 7, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM Teens and Young Adults This program will be held at the First Presbyterian Church's Gather Room, next door to the […]

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Event Series Socrates Cafe

Socrates Cafe

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

Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Anatomy of a Murder

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

Join us for a free showing of Anatomy of a Murder. This film is not rated and runs for 2 hour 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Star Wars Day

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

Saturday, May 11th from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. is STAR WARS DAY at the Library.  Please call the Youth Services Desk at 570-823-0156 Ext. 217 to register if you plan to attend. Hope to see you there!  

Learn to Crochet: Beginner Level

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

This class will cover the basics of crochet for beginners. This is a free class, and supplies are provided! To register: Online form: Link Phone: 570-821-1959 Email: reference@luzernelibraries.org

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Adulting 101: Car Care

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

Adulting 101: Car Care Learn the basics of car care and maintenance from mechanic, Joe Kristan from Forty Fort Lube and Service. All participants will receive a free giveaway! Wednesday May 15, 2024 5:00 -6:30PM Teens and Young Adults Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This program was funded by the […]

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Red River

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

Join us for a free showing of Red River. This film is not rated and runs for 2 hours 13 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Medicare 101

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

Geisinger staff will be that the Osterhout Free Library to answer all your Medicare questions! This is a free event and all are welcome to attend. Registration is not required.

Horror Club: Pearl

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

The Horror Club meets once a month in the Osterhout Free Library's Reading Room to view and discuss horror movies. This month, we'll be watching Pearl. In honor of Mother's Day, we will be show a film about a girl being honest with her moth about her hopes and dreams, and the heartwarming tale of […]

Kidz Club

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

Kids ages 9 to 12 can join Miss Veronica on Monday, May 20th from 6 - 7 p.m. for a discussion about social skills and etiquette over tea and cookies! Please call the Youth Services Department to register: (570) 823-0156 ext. 217

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Introduction to 3D Printing

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

Introduction to 3D Printing Join Ms. Laura and learn the basics of 3D design and printing! Wednesday May 22, 2024 5:00-6:30PM 3rd Fl. Meeting Room Space is limited for this program. Registration is required. Call the library at 570-823-0156, or register online at https://osterhout.info/program-registration/