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  • Holiday Fundays!

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

    Since schools are closed for the winter holidays, why not stop by the Library for some fun? We’ll have crafts, board games, and building toys to keep you busy on […]

  • Library Closing Early

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

    All branches of the library will be closing at 5 p.m. from December 26 - December 29, 2017

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Rhapsody in Blue (1945)

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

    Free movie showing with popcorn served. No reservation necessary.

  • New Year’s Eve – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for New Year's Eve.

  • NEW YEAR’S DAY (OBSERVED) – CLOSED

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

    In observance of New Year's Day, all locations of the library are closed.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: On the Waterfront (1954)

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

    Join us this Friday for On the Waterfront! Friday Movie Matinees are free, and reservations are not required. The theme for this month is Oscar winners!

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Coal Miner’s Daughter (1980)

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

    Join us this Friday for Coal Miner's Daughter! Friday Movie Matinees are free, and reservations are not required. The theme for this month is Oscar winners!

  • Book Launch: You’re Not Dead ‘Til I Say You’re Dead

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

    Author Joyce Victor reads excerpts from her book You're Not Dead 'Til I Say You're Dead. There will be a book signing, and copies of the book will be available for […]

  • Word Fountain Opens for Submissions

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

    Word Fountain, the Literary Magazine of the Osterhout Free Library opens for submissions for the spring/summer issue. To send your short fiction and poetry for consideration, please see our guidelines […]

  • Preschool Storytime Registration Begins

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

    Starting today, call Youth Services Desk at 570-823,0156, ext 217,  to register for our upcoming Preschool Storytime Sessions for children ages 3 1/2- 5 years.  

  • Franklin Street Sleuths Book Discussion Group

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

    Join us for a lively discussion of The Constable's Tale by Donald Smith. Light refreshments served.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Ed Wood (1994)

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

    Join us this Friday for Ed Wood! Friday Movie Matinees are free, and reservations are not required. The theme for this month is Oscar winners!

  • Winter Reading Club Kickoff

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

    Stop by anytime Saturday as we kick off our Winter Reading Club with some fun winter games. No need to register!  There will be exciting activities and programs each week […]

  • DIY Craft Night: Snowman Paintings

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

    For this month's DIY craft, we will be creating snowman paintings. This is a free event for both adults and teens (13+). Seating is limited, and reservations are required. To […]

  • 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 for children ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Wednesdays, January 24-February 14  at 10:45 AM- 11:30AM.  

  • 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 for children ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Wednesdays, January 24-February 14  at 2:00PM-2:45PM.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Chicago (2002)

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

    Join us this Friday for Chicago! Friday Movie Matinees are free, and reservations are not required. The theme for this month is Oscar winners!

  • 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 for children ages 3 1/2 to 5 years. Saturdays,  January 27-February 17   at 10:00 AM- 10:45AM.

  • Winter Science Saturday

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

    Join us anytime between 10:00am and 3:00pm for some cool  indoor experiments. No need to register!  

  • Central Branch turns 129

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

    The Central Branch of the Osterhout Free Library is celebrating serving the public for 129 years today.

  • Pajama Movie Night- Frozen

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

    Join us for a viewing of Frozen. Call 570-823-0156, ext 217  to register.

  • Movie Trivia

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

    Sign up to meet the new Teen Librarian and enjoy a night filled with movie trivia, food, and prizes! For ages 12-18. Visit the Information Services Desk or call 570-821-1959 […]

  • Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

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

    Go ahead, boss us around! TAB is open to teens ages 12– 18. If you know what you want to see at the library, have suggestions for books to order […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: 88 Minutes (2007)

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

    Join us for a free showing of 88 Minutes! Popcorn will be served. Reservations are not required.

  • Take Your Child to the Library Day

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

    Stop by any time to day to celebrate "Take Your Child to the Library Day!".  Each child will receive a free book!

  • Poetry Workshop

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

    Join the editors of Word Fountain, the Osterhout Free Library's literary magazine, for a free workshop about found and blackout poetry! All poets- aspiring or published- aged 13+ are invited […]

  • Super Bowl Bingo Party

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

    Join us for a Super Bowl Bingo Party! Drop by anytime between 1:00pm and 3:00pm and play a game or two! No need to register!  

  • South Branch turns 94

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

    The South Branch of the Osterhout Free Library is celebrating serving the public for 94 years.

  • Homework Help for Teens

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

    Need a little help with your homework? Researching a topic for a paper and not sure where to start?  The Young Adult Librarian is available to help! All teens aged […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The 7 Little Foys (1955)

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

    Join us for a free showing of The 7 Little Foys! Popcorn will be served. Reservations are not required.