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  • 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.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Giant Claw

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

    This month's movies are so bad, they're good! Join us for a free showing of The Giant Claw! 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.

  • Seuss-A-Thon

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

    Join us for non-stop Seuss stories, short films, crafts and more! Stop by anytime between 1:00pm-3:00pm. No need to register!  

  • Teen Night: Stop Motion Animation Workshop

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

    Are you a fan of Nightmare Before Christmas, Coraline, The Lego Movie, or Wallace and Gromit? Interested in how they make these movies? Stop by this program to learn all about stop motion animation. We'll even create our own video! This is a free event for teens ages 12-18.

  • Sketch Club

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

    Artists of all skill levels are welcome to join the Sketch Club! The Sketch Club hosts studio drawing sessions where artists can come together to draw, share ideas, and receive feedback from one another. There will be a new subject to draw every month. These sessions are for adults and are free to attend. You […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Mommie Dearest

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

    This month's movies are so bad, they're good! Join us for a free showing of Mommie Dearest! 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.

  • Come to a Block Party

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

    Stop by anytime Saturday from 10am to 3pm for a Block Party. We will have all kinds of   materials available to build your own creation. No need to register, just stop by!

  • Meet General Meade!

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

    Interested in meeting a Civil War hero? Now is your chance. Professor Andy Waskie will be at the Osterhout as General Meade.  Patrons of all ages are invited to attend this program

  • Pajama Movie Night Smallfoot

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

    Please call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register for our Pajama Movie night- Smallfoot!

  • Movie: Girl Rising

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

    We're celebrating Women's History Month with some "girl power." This film follows nine girls from Haiti, Nepal, Ethiopia, India, Egypt, Peru, Cambodia, Sierra Leone, and Afghanistan on their journey and fight for education. This movie is rated PG-13, and everyone is welcome to attend.

  • Lower Back Pain Workshop

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

    Staff from Cawley Physical Therapy will be here to give you some tips on dealing with back pain! To register for this free workshop, please visit the Information Services desk or call 570-821-1959.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Sharknado

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

    This month's movies are so bad, they're good! Join us for a free showing of Sharknado! 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.

  • St Patrick’s Day Fun!

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

    Join us for stories, games, crafts, and science activities too! Please call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register.

  • Toddler Storytime Registration Begins!

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

    Toddler Storytimes for children ages 2-3 1/2 begin next week.  Call Youth Services  anytime after March 18th at 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register!