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  • 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 of the Osterhout Book Shop! Sale valid the last Saturday of each month.  

  • Dog Man Day!

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

    On Saturday, January 25th, kids can join us in the Children's Department for Dog Man Day! Stop in any time from 10AM-2PM for Dog Man-themed crafts and activities! If you […]

  • 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 […]

  • Horror Club: The Invisible Man

    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 Invisible Man. This film is rated […]

  • Kidz Club: Cocoa Wars!

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

    Kids ages 8-12 can join us on Monday, January 27th at 6PM in the Children's Wing to sample and rate different flavors of hot cocoa! Rate various flavors of hot cocoa […]

  • Kindergarten Readiness!

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

    Help your child get ready for kindergarten by registering for our Kindergarten Readiness Program! This program will cover the following topics: Literacy skills Number sense Fine motor skills Personal skills […]

  • Winter Storytime

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

    Winter 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.

  • Happy Lunar New Year

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

    Happy Lunar New Year! Learn about Lunar New Year traditions, Chinese culture and find out what your Chinese horoscope might be! Chinese food will be served! Teens Weds. January 29th, […]

  • Lego Club: Build a Book!

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

    On Wednesday, January 29th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing for a book-themed Lego Club! At the end of the night, your creations will be put on […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Nobody’s Fool

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

    Join us for a free showing of Nobody's Fool. This film rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and […]

  • Lunar New Year: Year of the Snake!

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

    Join us in the Children's Department on Saturday, February 1st to celebrate the Year of the Snake! From 10AM to 2PM, children are invited to make a snake craft, hear […]

  • 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 Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson. A limited number […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Fences

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

    Join us for a free showing of Fences. This film rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours and 19 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • Empty Casket Talking Board Museum Pop Up and Lecture

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

    The public is welcome to visit this pop up museum of historical and diverse Ouija boards. The museum will be open during our regular business hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 […]

  • Football Bingo!

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

    Children are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, February 8th for football bingo! No need to register. Just stop in any time from 10AM-12:30PM to play bingo and win […]

  • Tween Tuesday: Pizza Party

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

    On Tuesday, February 11th, tweens ages 8-12 are invited to the library at 6PM for a pizza party! Join us for a fun-filled evening sampling pizza, making a dessert cookie […]

  • Winter Storytime

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

    Winter 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 Join us for "Bookish Banter", the brand new TEEN book club where you can dive into exciting stories, share your thoughts, and have fun chatting […]

  • Make a Heart Air Balloon!

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

    On Wednesday, February 12th, kids are invited to the Children's Department to make a "Heart Air Balloon!" Stop in any time from 5:30PM-7PM to make this fun Valentine's Day craft! […]

  • 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: Marty

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

    Join us for a free showing of Marty. This film not rated and runs for 1 hour and 30 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • Winter Science!

    On Saturday, February 15th, kids can join us in the Children's Wing to try out some fun and exciting winter science experiments! Registration for this event is NOT required; just […]

  • Winter Storytime

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

    Winter 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.

  • Succulents 101

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

    Succulents 101 Learn about Succulents and how to keep them alive and healthy with Kristin Armstrong from Peaches Green! Take home your own potting kit! Teens & Young Adults February […]

  • Lego Club: Animals!

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

    On Wednesday, February 19th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing for an animal-themed Lego Club! At the end of the night, your creations will be put on […]

  • Adult DIY Night: 80’s Theme

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

    Join the Osterhout Free Library for an 80's themed craft night! We will be making "pixel art" inspired by classic arcade games using fuse beads. All supplies are provided, but […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Ghost and Mrs. Muir

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

    Join us for a free showing of The Ghost and Mrs. Muir. This film not rated and runs for 1 hour and 45 minutes. This is a free event sponsored […]

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. […]

  • Winter Reading Awards Day: Love Your Library Celebration!

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

    Join us to celebrate the completion of Winter Reading! Return your Winter Reading Log to get a prize. Plus, have some fun making library and book-themed projects! This program will […]