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  • Super Bowl Bingo

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

    Stop by  anytime between 1-3pm to play a game or two of Super Bowl Bingo. We are celebrating "Take Your Child to the Library Day" , each child will receive a free book.    

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).  

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Sketch Club

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

    Get together with other local artists for an evening of drawing. Everyone is welcome from beginners to professional artists. No drawing experience is required. This is not a how-to-draw class, but a studio drawing session. It is free to attend. Please bring your own sketchbook and dry media.

  • Delayed Opening

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

    The library will open at Noon today due to staff training.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Coraline (2009)

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

    Join us for a free showing of Coraline! This is a free event, and there will be popcorn served. Friday Movie Matinees are sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Valentine Make and Take!

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

    Stop by anytime between 11:00am-3:00pm to make some fun  Valentines including some crafty science too!  

  • How-to: Arm Knit a Chunky Scarf

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

    Learn how to knit a chunky scarf using your arms! Please bring your own yarn to use. This craft will require 80 yards of super bulky (6) or jumbo (7) yarn. Registration is required. Please visit the Information Services desk or call 570-821-1959 to register.

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Pajama Movie Night Canceled

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

    Pajama Movie Night has been cancelled. Please check again next month for our next Pajama Movie Night

  • Teen Night: Love Stinks Anti-Valentines Day Party

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

    I'm not yours, you're not mine, won't you be my anti-Valentine? Tired of pink hearts and sickeningly sweet cards? Celebrate everything anti-romance with us! We'll be making voodoo dolls, listening to moody music, playing games, and still enjoying some chocolate! This event is free for teens ages 12-18.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Up (2009)

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

    Join us for a free showing of Up! This is a free event, and there will be popcorn served. Friday Movie Matinees are sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Polar Fun!

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

    Learn about polar animals like the penguin and polar bear through stories, science activities, and more! Please call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register.

  • Infant Storytime Registration Begins

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register for Infant Storytimes.

  • President’s Day

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

    Join us for the President's Day  progra. Please call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register.  

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Teen Night: DIY Picture Frame Craft

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

    We'll have the supplies to let you decorate 1-4 style picture frames! Paint, glitter, buttons, and more...oh my! Whatever your style is, we'll help you make something special! This event is free for teenagers ages 12-18.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Coco (2017)

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

    Join us for a free showing of Coco! This is a free event, and there will be popcorn served. Friday Movie Matinees are sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

  • Awards Day

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

    Stop by anytime today to  get your certificate and prize for participating in the Winter Reading Club!

  • Preschool Storytime

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

    Call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register  for Preschool Storytime (ages 3 ½ -5 yrs).

  • Invention Scavenger Hunt

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

    Stop by anytime between 11:00am-3:00pm  to search for some everyday items"hidden" in the library that were invented or improved upon by African-American Inventors. Find all the inventions and get a treat! No need to register, just stop by!

  • Device Drop-In

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

    Did you get an e-reader recently? Drop in with your device and let us show you how to use this great resource!

  • Infant Storytime

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

    Infant storytime for children from birth-2 years old. Please call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register.

  • Infant Storytime

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

    Infant storytime for children from birth-2 years old. Please call Youth Services at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register.

  • Teen Night: Movie Night – Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

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

    Dreamy delivery girl Ramona captures Scott Pilgrim's heart, but he must vanquish all seven of her evil exes in martial arts battles to win her love. This movie is for anyone who's been through a breakup and loves video game references! This event is for teenagers ages 12-18. The run time of the movie is […]

  • Harry Potter Book Discussion for Adults

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

    This month we're reading Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban. Please register by visiting the Information Services desk or by calling 570-821-1959. This is an adults-only group.