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  • 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 to sign up.

  • 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 or programming you want to attend,  sign up! Teach the Teen Librarian something new… She’s listening! Call or email to register. 570-821-1959 or LHarding@LuzerneLibraries.org

  • 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 to attend! This "brown bag workshop" will be from 10:00am until 1:00pm at the Osterhout Free Library. Attendees will only need to bring a notebook, […]

  • 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 12-18 are welcome.

  • 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.

  • Valentine Fun and Winter Olympics

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

    Stop by today anytime between 11AM-3PM. Make your own valentine! Play Winter Olympic Games! No need to register!

  • What’s Love Got To Do With It?

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

    Karen Holcomb, LSW, will be hosting this free event about using your emotions in a healthy way. Seating is limited, so please call 570-821-1959 or visit the Information Services desk to reserve a spot.

  • Teen Valentine’s Day Party and Craft

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

    Join the Teen Librarian and learn how to make paper flowers for your Valentine or loved ones. Food and drinks will be provided. Please register at the Information Services Desk or Call 570-821-1959.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: 3 Days of the Condor (1975)

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

    Join us for a free showing of 3 Days of the Condor! Popcorn will be served. Reservations are not required.

  • Year of the Dog

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

    Join us as we celebrate the Chinese New Year with fun dog  activities and crafts. No need to register,  just stop by!

  • Toddler Storytime Registration Begins

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

    Toddler storytimes begin next week. Call 570-823-0156,ext 217 to register.

  • Celebrate President’s Day

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

    Join us  for  stories, crafts, and more! Please call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register!

  • Board of Directors Meeting

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

    The Osterhout Free Library's Board of Directors will meet tonight at 5:00 PM.

  • Dress for Success

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

    Linda Armstrong, founder and executive of Dress for Success Luzerne County, will be making a presentation about her organization. All patrons are invited to attend this free presentation to learn what Dress for Success does, what it can do for immigrants and other members of the community, and provide tips for success in your next […]

  • Teen Night: Learn How to Zentangle

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

    The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. We call these patterns tangles. It increases focus and creativity. Zentangle provides artistic satisfaction and an increased sense of personal well being. Visit the Information Services Desk or call 570-821-1959 for more information or to register.

  • Book Signing: Adriane’s Warehouse

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

    Author Adriane Marrin will be signing copies of her book, Adriane's Warehouse, as well as selling copies for $5.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Stalag 17 (1953)

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

    Join us for a free showing of Stalag 17! Popcorn will be served. Reservations are not required.

  • Awards Day and Build It!

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

    Stop by anytime Saturday for your Winter Reading Club Award and certificate. We will celebrating Engineers Week with  building activities  from 11:00AM-3:00PM. No need to register!

  • DIY Craft Night: Faux Cactus Planters

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

    Join us in making faux cacti planters with paint, rocks, and other materials. This is a free event, but you must bring your own 4" clay flower pot to use. All other materials will be provided. This class is for teens and adults (13+). Seating is limited, so please visit the Information Services desk or […]

  • Toddler Storytime

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

    Call  570-823-0156, ext 217 to register for Toddler Storytime ( ages 2-3 1/2 years).

  • Toddler Storytime

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

    Call  570-823-0156, ext 217 to register for Toddler Storytime ( ages 2-3 1/2 years).

  • Marvel Movie Madness

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

    Teen event for ages 12-18! Light refreshments will be provided.

  • Pajama Movie Night

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

    Call 570-823-0156, ext 217 to register for Pajama Movie Night. This month's selection is the film Up!

  • Deadline for Word Fountain Submissions

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

    The Word Fountain submission window will close at the end of the day (midnight). To send your poems and short fiction to be considered for publication in Word Fountain, the Literary Magazine of the Osterhout Free Library, please see our submission guidelines (Click here).