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  • Tea and Textiles

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

    Bring your latest needlework or fiber arts project and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea as we stitch, sip and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No classes, no fees […]

  • Fall Storytime!

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

    Fall 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. We hope […]

  • The Art of Tea

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

    The Art of Tea Teens & Young Adults are invited to explore the world behind the cup at the Osterhout Free Library! Join us for an evening of sampling a […]

  • Socrates Cafe

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

    Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!

  • Socrates Cafe

    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.

  • Franklin Street Sleuths

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

    Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Spartacus

    Join us for a free showing of Spartacus. The slave Spartacus survives brutal training as a gladiator and leads a violent revolt against the decadent Roman Republic, as the ambitious […]

  • Author Visit: Megan Pasonick

    Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, April 11th at 10AM to meet children's book author, Megan Pasonick! Hear Megan read her book "Kimmy Goes Camping," make a […]

  • Tween Tuesday: Celebrate Earth Day!

    On Tuesday, April 14th at 6PM, tweens ages 8-12 are invited to the Children's Department for an Earth Day celebration! Make an upcycled flower planter, test your knowledge at trivia, […]

  • Fall Storytime!

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

    Fall 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. We hope […]

  • Bookish Banter: Teen Book Club

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

    Bookish Banter: Teen Book Club A different genre picked every month and recommendations from your peers on everything you love. Let’s talk about books, movies, music, games, art and even […]

  • Lego Club: Video Games

    On Wednesday, April 15th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to build based on this month’s theme, video games, at Lego Club! At the end of the night, […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: L.A. Confidential

    Join us for a free showing of L.A. Confidential. As corruption grows in 1950s Los Angeles, three policemen - one strait-laced, one brutal, and one sleazy - investigate a series […]

  • The Pigeon Gets His Own Day!

    Kids voted, and The Pigeon won our March Madness Book Bracket Contest! Now, kids can join us in the Children's Department on Saturday, April 18th to celebrate the Pigeon's victory! No need […]

  • Tea and Textiles

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

    Bring your latest needlework or fiber arts project and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea as we stitch, sip and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No classes, no fees […]

  • Horror Club: Cocaine Bear

    Join Horror Club on Monday, April 20th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Cocaine Bear! From IMBd: "An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converge on […]

  • Fall Storytime!

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

    Fall 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. We hope […]

  • Adulting 101: Gardening Workshop

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

    Adulting 101: Gardening Workshop Celebrate Earth Day with us and learn how to get your hands dirty in the best way! 🌿🌎 Join the Osterhout Free Library for an Adulting 101 Gardening Workshop, […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Devil Wears Prada

    Join us for a free showing of The Devil Wears Prada. With an aspiration to become a journalist, Andy, a smart but sensible young graduate, travels to New York. She […]

  • Book Shop BOGO

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

    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 […]

  • Knotty Brunch

    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 […]

  • Kidz Club: Tea Party

    Kids ages 8-12 are invited to the Children's Wing on Monday, April 27th at 5:30PM for a tea party! Enjoy tea and cookies, while watching a movie! Registration for this […]

  • Fall Storytime!

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

    Fall 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. We hope […]

  • Game Night!

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

    GAME NIGHT! Ready to level up your evening? Join us for Game Night at the Osterhout Free Library! 🎮🍕 Teens and Young Adults are invited to spend the evening playing games, hanging […]

  • North Branch Books, Baskets & Bake Sale!

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

    Friends of the North Branch will be holding their annual Books, Baskets & Bake Sale fundraising event on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 10am - 2pm at the North Branch […]

  • Mother’s Day Buds

    Join the North Branch Land Trust and learn the importance of native flora. Afterwards, decorate a personal flower pot and plant a native flower. All ages are welcome. Registration and […]

  • Tea and Textiles

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

    Bring your latest needlework or fiber arts project and enjoy complimentary coffee and tea as we stitch, sip and socialize in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No classes, no fees […]

  • Fall Storytime!

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

    Fall 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. We hope […]

  • Millennial Movie Night: The Karate Kid Part II

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

    Millennial Movie Night: The Karate Kid Part II Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us at a special Millennial Movie Night featuring The Karate Kid Part II! […]

  • Franklin Street Sleuths

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

    Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing Lost Hills by Lee Goldberg. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout Free […]