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  • Tween Tuesday: Game Night

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

    On Tuesday, March 11th, tweens ages 8-12 are invited to the library at 6PM for game night! Play an old favorite, learn a new game and enjoy a snack! Registration […]

  • Spring Storytime

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

    Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext. 217.

  • Bookish Banter – Teen Book Club

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

    Bookish Banter - Teen Book Club This program is Teen run and organized. What are you reading? Come talk books with us! Last month we talked about Romance, this month […]

  • Lego Club: Rainbow

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

    On Wednesday, March 12th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing for a rainbow-themed Lego Club! At the end of the night, your creations will be put on […]

  • 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!

  • 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!

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Philomena

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

    Join us for a free showing of Philomena. This film rated PG-13 and runs for 1 hour and 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • St. Patrick’s Day Celebration!

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

    On Saturday, March 15th, children of all ages are invited to the Children's Department for a St. Patrick's Day celebration! Enjoy St. Patrick's Day crafts, games, and activities. Registration is […]

  • Spring Storytime

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

    Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext. 217.

  • Event Cancelled – Women’s History Month Trivia

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

    EVENT CANCELLED - Women's History Month Trivia March is Women's History month, an opportunity to honor and celebrate women and women's contributions on the world. Test your knowledge of Women […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Wicked

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

    Join us for a free showing of Wicked. This film rated PG and runs for 2 hours and 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • March Basketball Madness!

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

    On Saturday, March 22nd, kids can join us in the Children's Department for some basketball fun! Enjoy basketball-themed bingo, crafts, and games at this fun event! Registration is not required. […]

  • Tea and Textiles

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

    Bring your latest needlework or fiber arts project and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea as we stitch, sip and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No classes, no fees […]

  • All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic Adult Night (21+)

    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 Saturday March 22nd (21+) from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday March 23rd […]

  • All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic All Ages

    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 Saturday March 22nd (21+) from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. and Sunday March 23rd […]

  • Dog Trivia

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

    Single or pairs of contestants aged 13+ are invited to compete with other dog lovers for the chance to win a pet supplies gift card. This is a free event. […]

  • Kidz Club: Spring Fling!

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

    On Monday, March 24th at 6PM, children ages 8-12 can join us in the Children's Department for Spring Fling! Enjoy a night of games, prizes, and snacks! Celebrate the arrival […]

  • Spring Storytime

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

    Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext. 217.

  • Mind Your Manners

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

    Mind Your Manners It’s time to level up your social skills! Join us for a fun and interactive session on manners and etiquette. Learn how to navigate conversations, dining, and […]

  • Lego Club: One Color Wonders!

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

    On Wednesday, March 26th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to make one color wonders at Lego Club! At the end of the night, your creations […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: 9 to 5

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

    Join us for a free showing of 9 to 5. This film rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 50 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the […]

  • Book Shop BOGO

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

    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 […]

  • Puppet Playtime

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

    On Saturday, March 29th, kids are invited to the Children's Department to make their own puppets and puppet theaters! Materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own […]

  • Horror Club: The Witch

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

    Let's get spooky! This month, we'll be meeting in the Reading Room of the Osterhout Free Library to watch and discuss the film The Witch. This film is rated R […]

  • Library Giving Day

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

      Libraries strengthen communities and transform lives every day. In addition to well-loved books, the Osterhout Free Library offers innovative programs that promote lifelong learning, connect patrons to technology, and […]

  • Don’t Lose Your Checkout History!

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

    The library will be migrating to a new software in April. If you have opted into your checkout history being saved in your library account, it will not transfer over […]

  • Spring Storytime

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

    Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext. 217.

  • 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 Iron Lake by William Kent Krueger. This meeting will be held at the […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Post

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

    Join us for a free showing of The Post. This film rated PG-13 and runs for 1 hour and 56 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth […]

  • Meet the Author!

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

    Children are invited to the Children's Department to meet Dr. Mary F. Bosek, author of In My Imagination There Are Many Different Cats and Lets Do "The Moose."  There will be reading, dancing, […]