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Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesDiscuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Join us for a free showing of Robin Hood. This film is rated PG and runs for one hour and forty-two minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Stop in and celebrate Kid Inventors Day with us! We will have Snap Circuits available for you to build the electric-powered inventions of your dreams! Recommended ages: 8+
Students from the Wyoming Seminary Upper School will present stories and crafts inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King! No need to register, just stop in the Children's Wing. The program will run from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Brush off your craft clothes, bring your creativity, and leave your self-control and ability to feel shame at home—BAD ART NIGHT IS BACK! Adult crafters of all skill levels are invited to the Osterhout Free Library to unleash their inner glitter gremlin and make the gaudiest, most horrible creation they can imagine. It doesn't matter […]
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
Please join us for Comedy Film Night! Every third Thursday, we will be showing a different comedy film because we all need a laugh! This month, we'll be watching Clue. Seven suspects, six weapons, five bodies, and three endings! It's not just a game anymore! This film is rated PG. This is a free event, […]
Join us for a free showing of How to Marry a Millionaire. This film runs for one hour and thirty-five minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Did you get a new device for the holidays? Have you had a device for a while, but you're curious about the free digital services and databases offered by the Osterhout Free Library? You're in luck! On Saturday, January 20, at 12:00 pm, visit the Osterhout Free Library to take a tour of our digital […]
The Horror Club meets once a month in the Osterhout Free Library's Reading Room to view and discuss horror movies. This month, we'll be watching one of the most famous body horror/science fiction films ever made: The Thing. This event is free to attend. All attendees must at least 18 years old. To register, complete […]
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
Join us for a free showing of Hugo. This film is rated PG and runs for two hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Kids! Stop by the Library this Saturday between 11 am-Noon to learn how to finger-knit. Please call the Children's Desk at 570-823-0156 Ext. 217 to register.
Join Miss Bri and Miss Veronica to sip hot cocoa and create your own canvas painting! Recommended ages: 9-12 Call to register, 570-823-0156 ext. 217
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing Murder at the Book Club by Betsy Reavley. 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 […]
Join us for a free showing of The Color Purple. This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours, 33 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Join us for Super Bowl Bingo and Take Your Child to the Library Day! Play bingo! Win prizes! Stop by anytime between 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. No need to register.
All branches of the Osterhout Free Library (Central, North, Plains & South) will be CLOSED on Wednesday, February 7th for a staff development day. The library will reopen on Thursday, February 8th at 8:30 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Join us for a free showing of The Philadelphia Story. This film is not rated and runs for 1 hour, 52 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
We welcome the Year of the Dragon on Saturday, February 10th. Make a Chinese dragon, listen to a story and see a short film about this exciting celebration! Stop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Stories and film will be at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
Please join us for Comedy Film Night! Every third Thursday, we will be showing a different comedy film because we all need a laugh! This month, we’ll be watching Moonstruck. Led by energetic performances from Nicolas Cage and Cher, Moonstruck is an exuberantly funny tribute to love. This film is rated PG. This is a free event, […]
Join us for a free showing of Lincoln. This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours, 30 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
Join us for a free showing of Patton. This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours, 50 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory included. Saturday, February 24th from 10am - 2pm BAGS AVAILALBE FOR PURCHASE AT THE LIBRARY. BAGS FROM HOME WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.
The Horror Club meets once a month in the Osterhout Free Library's Reading Room to view and discuss horror movies. This month, we'll be watching Coraline - the film adaptation of a Neil Gaiman book that was almost declined for publication, as it was considered "too scary" for its target audience. This event is free […]
Stories, songs & a fun craft! Every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in the Youth Services Department. No need to register, just stop in!
During the months of January and February, read (or listen to) anything from our adult or young adult collection to enter our raffle. eMaterial on CloudLibrary qualifies! Fill out a ticket at the Library or use our online form. Two entries per week permitted. Winner gets a $100 Visa gift card! For more information, please […]