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  • NEPA Gives!

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

        We’re so excited to be a part of NEPA Gives! You can support our campaign by visiting:  Give to Osterhout Free Library | NEPA Gives and donating on […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Camelot (1967)

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

    Join us for a free showing of Camelot. This film rated G and runs for 3 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the […]

  • Once Upon an Orchestra: NEPA Philharmonic

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

    Please join us on Saturday, June 7th at 10AM for Once Upon an Orchestra! Hear members of the NEPA Philharmonic play along as they read "Ben's Trumpet" by Rachel Isadora. […]

  • Tween Tuesday: Fairy/Gnome Garden

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

    On Tuesday, June 10th, at 6PM, tweens (ages 8-12) are invited to join us in the Children's Department to make their own fairy or gnome gardens! All materials are provided. […]

  • Shelf Expression

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

    Shelf Expression Design, paint, and personalize metal bookends to reflect your unique style. Whether you're into bold colors, fandom flair, or minimalistic vibes - your shelf, your expression. All materials […]

  • 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: Stagecoach

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

    Join us for a free showing of Stagecoach. This film not rated and runs for 1 hour and 35 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • Friends Tent Book Sale

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

    Friday, June 13: Preview Sale 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM $10 Admission Saturday, June 14: Opening Day 9:30 AM to 3:30PM Sunday, June 15: BOOK SALE CLOSED Monday, June 16 […]

  • Family Fun Night Author Visit

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

      Join us for Family Fun Night with an author visit and reading of her book - De Guadalajara A Nueva York - From Guadalajara to New York in both […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

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

    Join us for a free showing of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. This film rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours and 7 minutes. This is a free event […]

  • Garden Workshop

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

    Garden Workshop Let's get a little dirty! Learn the basics of creating your own garden. Free giveaway and craft for all participants! Part of our "Adulting 101" series. This program […]

  • Pride Month Craft

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

    Join us for an evening of crafting pride accessories! Create beaded jewelry, fuse bead pins, or shrinky dinks pins! All supplies are provided. This free event is for people aged […]

  • Family Fun Night: Food as Art

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

    Children are invited to join us with our guests from CEO to create a colorful, fun plate and learn a new recipe! This event will take place in the Children's […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Only Angels Have Wings

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

    Join us for a free showing of Only Angels Have Wings. This film not rated and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • Horror Club: Bodies Bodies Bodies

    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 Bodies Bodies Bodies. This film is rated […]

  • Kidz Club: Ladybugs & Lemonade

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

    On Monday, June 30th at 6PM, kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us for Kidz Club! This month, we will be following a step-by-step tutorial to paint ladybugs on […]

  • 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 Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon. A small number of books are available […]

  • Make a Rainbow Colored Treat!

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

    Join us with special guest Miss Deidra from D Sweets--Baking With a Purpose! Make your own rainbow colored cereal treat to enjoy! This event will take place on Saturday, July […]

  • Tween Tuesday: Hanging Yarn Art

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

    Children ages 8-12 are invited to join us for this month's Tween Tuesday--Hanging Yarn Art! All supplies are included for you to make your art! This event will take place […]

  • WVIA’s PBS Kids in the Classroom Storytime

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

    Please call the Children's Department to register for our special event with WVIA! On Wednesday, July 9th, at 10:30AM, families will: View a popular PBS Kids show Participate in a […]

  • Teen Movie Night : A Minecraft Movie

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

    Teen Movie Night : A Minecraft Movie Join us for an epic adventure on the big screen with "A Minecraft Movie"! Whether you're a Creeper fan or just love pixel […]

  • Lego Club: Summer Fun

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

    On Wednesday, July 9th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to make creations inspired by summer fun at Lego Club! At the end of the night, your creations […]

  • 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: Lust for Life

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

    Join us for a free showing of Lust for Life. This film not rated and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate […]

  • Comic Book Day

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

    On Saturday, July 12th, kids can stop by the Children's Department from 11AM-1PM for Comic Book Day! Learn how to make your own comic book! Costumes are permitted but not […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Some Like It Hot

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

    Join us for a free showing of Some Like It Hot. This film not rated and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]

  • Finger Knitting

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

    Kids are invited to the Children's Department for Finger Knitting Fun! Join us on Saturday, July 19th to make your own creations out of yarn.  All materials will be provided. […]

  • Chihuly on the Wind

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

    Chihuly on the Wind Discover the vibrant world of Dale Chihuly, the master of glass art! Then create your own Chihuly-inspired wind catcher using colorful plastic bottles and cups. It's […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Gosford Park

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

    Join us for a free showing of Gosford Park. This film rated R and runs for 2 hours and 17 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth […]

  • Create With Color

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

    Children are invited to join us on Saturday, July 26th from 11Am-1PM to create with color! Experiment with colors and create your own masterpieces. Registration is not required; just stop […]