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 is required, as spots are limited. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
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 This program is Teen run and organized. What are you reading? Come talk books with us! Last month we talked about Romance, this month we're talking about Mysteries! Teens Weds. March 12th, 2025 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room
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 display until the next Lego Club meeting! Registration for this event is required. To register, please call 570-823-0156 ext. 217. We hope to see you there!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
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 Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
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 not required. Just stop in any time from 10AM-2PM. We hope to see you there! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
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 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 in History and win prizes! Teens/ Young Adult Weds. March 19th 2025 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration required. Register online at: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/
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 Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
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. Just stop in any time from 10AM-12PM for some basketball fun! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
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 ages) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY OR ONLINE! Saturday tickets […]
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 ages) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY OR ONLINE! Saturday tickets […]
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. Please register! Phone: 570-821-1959 Email: reference@luzernelibraries.org
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 of Spring with featured activities, like: Flower Hunt Pin the Tail on the Bunny Candy Guessing Jar And more! Registration for this event is required. […]
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 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 everyday situations with confidence and style. Don’t be a slob, refine your style with this program ! Teens / Young Adults Weds March 26, 2025 […]
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 will be put on display until the next Lego Club meeting! Registration for this event is required. To register, please call 570-823-0156 ext. 217. We […]
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 Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
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 included.
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 empty cereal box to use for your theater! Stop in any time between 10AM and 2PM to create with us, and maybe even put on […]
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 and runs for 1 hour and 32 minutes. This is a free event for adults only. Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome! To register: […]
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 advance knowledge and opportunity for all. Join us during Library Giving Day for a one-day online fundraising event! We encourage patrons and library lovers to […]
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 to the new system. Stop by if you need help saving or printing your checkout history. Please bring your own thumb drive if that is […]
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.
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 Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. For more information, please call the Information Services Department: 570-821-1959. The Franklin Street Sleuths […]
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 Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
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, a craft and lots of fun! Copies of all of Dr. Bosek's books will be for sale at the special price of $10. All purchased […]
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.
