Patriotic Patchwork 🧵🇺🇸 Celebrate creativity and America’s 250th birthday at the Osterhout Free Library! Join us for Patriotic Patchwork, where Teens & Young Adults will learn the art of Kinusaiga, a traditional Japanese no-sew quilting technique, to create their own patriotic-themed patchwork designs. All materials will be provided. 📅 Wednesday, July 1, 2026 🕔 5:00 […]
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing The Body in the Bookstore by Ellie Alexander. 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 […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Millennial Movie Night: The Goonies 🏴☠️🎬 Hey you guys! Join us at the Osterhout Free Library for a special Millennial Movie Night screening of The Goonies! Follow Mikey, Mouth, Chunk, Data, and the gang as they search for One-Eyed Willie’s legendary treasure while dodging traps, pirates, and the Fratellis in one of the most beloved […]
On Wednesday, July 8th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to build based on this month’s theme, History, 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 hope […]
Girls who are entering Kindergarten-7th grade, who have never been Girl Scouts or been enrolled within the past year, can join us to explore the Girl Scout traditions for free this summer in the library! There are two remaining sessions on Thursday, July 9th, and Thursday, July 16th, both from 10:00-11:30AM. To register, please fill […]
Join us for a night of Disney trivia! Both single players and pairs are welcome. This event is open to participants aged 12 and older, and players under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Winners will receive a Disney-themed gift basket! To register: Phone: 570-823-0156 Online: Link
Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.
Kids, join Ms. Frizzle on a dinosaur dig as she takes her class on a field trip! This exciting adventure will be shown at 6PM on Thursday, July 9th, followed by some fun dinosaur activities! No need to register; just stop in the Children's Department to join in on the fun! Can't make it this Thursday? […]
Join us for a free showing of The Patriot. Peaceful farmer Benjamin Martin is driven to lead the Colonial Militia during the American Revolution when a sadistic British officer murders his son. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours 45 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter […]
Join the Northeast Pennsylvania Chamber Music Society for Beyond the Page: A Journey Through American Chamber Music. Explore the evolution of American music and the country's diverse, artistic heritage. This is a free concert and no registration is required.
Kids, join Ms. Frizzle on a dinosaur dig as she takes her class on a field trip! This exciting adventure will be shown at once at 11AM and once at 12PM on Saturday, July 11th, followed by some fun dinosaur activities! No need to register; just stop in the Children's Department to join in on […]
On Monday, July 13th, kids can stop by the Children's Department any time between 10AM and 12PM to make a dinosaur skeleton with different shapes of dried pasta! Registration for this event is not required; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Join us for a book discussion with Charles Bufalino, cousin of the legendary crime boss Russell Bufalino and the author of Bufalino: Revelations of a Mafia Family, the Teamsters, and the Final Resting Place of Jimmy Hoffa. Charles with discuss his book and answer audience questions. Participants will also have the opportunity to purchase a copy […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Bookish Banter: Teen Book Club Looking for a fun way to talk about your latest reads? Join our Bookish Banter Teen Book Club at the Osterhout Free Library! 📖✨Read, discuss, and swap book recommendations with other teens each month. No assigned reading—just great conversations. Come share what you’re reading, watching, playing or creating! We’re open to all […]
Girls who are entering Kindergarten-7th grade, who have never been Girl Scouts or been enrolled within the past year, can join us to explore the Girl Scout traditions for free this summer in the library! To register, please fill out the form on the attached flyer's QR code, or stop in the library to fill […]
Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]
It's Christmas in July! Learn the basics of embroidery and hand stitching as you sew a felt ornament. This is a free class for adults, and all of the supplies are provided. To register: Online: Link Phone: 570-829-1959
Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is ice cream. We will have frozen treat-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is […]
Kids, get ready for Minecraft Day! Join us on Saturday, July 18th in the Children's Department for Minecraft-themed games, crafts, and stories! No need to register; just stop in any time between 11AM and 1PM. For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us in celebrating America's 250th birthday in the Children's Department! At 6PM on Tuesday, July 21st, join us as we play games, make crafts, and have snacks in honor of this milestone event! Registration is required, as space is limited. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We […]
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Analog to App: A Retro Tech Journey Join us for Analog to App: A Retro Tech Journey, where teens and young adults can get hands-on with gadgets from the pre-digital age. Explore retro technology, learn how it worked, discover how far innovation has come, and test your knowledge of life before the internet was at […]
On Wednesday, July 22nd, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to build based on this month’s theme, Underground, 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 hope […]
Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]
Join us for a free showing of 1776. A musical retelling of the American Revolution's political struggle in the Continental Congress to declare independence. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours 21 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free […]
Join Kassidy Cobb as she shares tips and guidance for discovering historical relics...sometimes right in your own backyard! From metal detecting dos and don'ts to suggestions for finding historical relics and coins without a detector even needed, attendees will realize that historical relics just light be closer than they think! This is a free event […]
**THIS PROGRAM IS NOW WAITLIST ONLY** Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, July 25th, from 11AM-1PM, to adopt their very own dinosaur! Choose and paint your own ceramic dinosaur, give your dino a name, fill out an adoption certificate, and more! Registration is required, as space is limited. We cannot guarantee dinosaurs […]
Join Horror Club on Monday, July 27th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Good Boy! From IMDb: "A loyal dog moves to a rural family home with his owner, only to discover supernatural forces lurking in the shadows. As dark entities threaten his human companion, the brave pup must fight to protect the […]
