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

    All branches of the library will be closed today.

  • LABOR DAY – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for Labor Day.

  • LIBRARY CLOSING EARLY

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

    In observance of Thanksgiving, all branches of the library will close at 4 p.m. today.

  • THANKSGIVING – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

  • CHRISTMAS 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 the Christmas Holiday.

  • CHRISTMAS DAY – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for the Christmas Holiday.

  • 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. on December 28, December 29, and December 30, 2020.

  • 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– 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 Day.

  • EARLY CLOSING

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

    The library will close at 11:30 a.m.

  • Mini Golf Classic

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

    Come play Mini Golf at the Osterhout! Enjoy a fun family outing and play Mini Golf inside the library. The tentative date is set as May 16th. More details to follow.    

  • LIBRARY CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed.

  • MEMORIAL DAY – CLOSED

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

    In honor of Memorial Day, all branches of the library are closed.

  • 4TH OF JULY – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for the July 4th Holiday.

  • Take-Away Dinner

    Westmoreland Club 59 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

    In addition to the sold-out in-person Gala happening September 10, we are offering a British inspired menu to enjoy at home on Thursday, September 2! Pick-up times are available between 4:30pm-6:30pm at the Westmoreland Club. $50 per entrée | Entrée choices include: British Burger *braised-pulled brisket topped with English cheddar on a brioche bun with […]

  • LIBRARY CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed.

  • LABOR DAY – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for Labor Day.

  • Online Silent Auction

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

    On Friday, September 10, we will host the Osterhout’s LONDON CALLING Gala and this Online Silent Auction will support that! The Online Silent Auction will take place from September 7-10 (click here to pre-register & browse items).  Head to the Gala's event page for more information by clicking here. Questions? Contact Amber at (570)823-0156, ext. 218 or […]

  • Annual Gala

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

    JOIN US FOR THE LONDON CALLING GALA & AUCTION! On Friday, September 10, we will host the Osterhout’s LONDON CALLING Gala and Auction! We are looking forward to celebrating with you in person, however, we will also host an online auction, virtual program, cash raffle and take-away dinner components of the event so everyone can […]

  • EARLY CLOSING

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

    The Library will close at 4 p.m.

  • THANKSGIVING – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

  • CHRISTMAS 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 the Christmas Holiday.

  • CHRISTMAS DAY – CLOSED

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

    The four branches of the library are closed for the Christmas Holiday.

  • 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.

  • Book Buddies Read-Along

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

    Looking for something fun to do? Come and read about superheroes of all kinds with the Book Buddies! Click here for the Sign-up link.

  • Book Discussion with Marisa Burke

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

    We are so excited to be hosting former WNEP anchorwoman, Marisa Burke, on January 18, 2022. She'll be discussing her new book, "Just Checking Scores." We ask that participants RVSP to 570-821-1959. The event will be capped at 20 participants.

  • Friends of the Osterhout $5 Bag Sale

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

    The Friends of the Osterhout Free Library are excited to announce their $5 bag sale! Saturday, March 19 from 10am to 2pm Come fill a bag for only $5! All inventory is included and bags will be provided.

  • Book Buddies Read-A-Long

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

    The Book Buddies are back for a March Read-A-Long Event! Join us on Saturday, March 19 from 11am to 1pm for this FREE event for children of all ages. Click here to register as only 15 children are able to participate. And don't forget to wear something green!    

  • Franklin Street Sleuths Book Discussion Group

    Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

    The Franklin Street Sleuths are back! This week, we will be discussing She Lies in Wait by Gytha Lodge. A limited number of copies are available to purchase at the Osterhout Free Library Central Branch for a nominal fee. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free Library North Branch on 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre. […]

  • Hop into Reading with the Book Buddies

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

    Hopping into Reading with the Book Buddies🐰🌈🌷 Chirping to all young readers to join us for a read-along! As all the bunnies, bees, and birds hop out in the beautiful month of April, we will hop into reading! We will read all about the adventures of spring! Don’t forget to bring your coolest basket, as […]