Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us for a K-Pop Night on Monday, December 22nd at 6PM. This event is inspired by the hit movie! Participants can expect a golden night of games, music, snacks, and fun. Registration is required, as space is limited. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to […]
Join us for a free showing of Home Alone. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 43 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
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 included.
Kids are invited to the Children's Wing every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft! No need to register. Just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
Teen Movie Night: The NeverEnding Story! Join us for the beloved ‘80s fantasy adventure responsible for about 87% of Millennial childhood trauma (don’t worry — we’ll get through that scene together 🐴😢). 📅 Wednesday, January 7th, 2026⏰ 5:30 PM📍 Reading Room — Osterhout Free Library👥 All Ages Welcome - Rated PG🎟️ Free | Snacks & […]
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing A Long Time Dead by J. M. Dalgliesh. 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 […]
Join us for a free showing of Citizen Kane. This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
Are you yeti for fun? Join us at any time from 9AM-3:30PM on Saturday, January 10th for Winter Reading Club sign-ups! We will also be playing some winter-themed games. Winter reading club is for all children, up to age 12. Kids can participate in fun activities each week and keep track of their reading goals! […]
Join us for a no-cost blood pressure screening from Geisinger, located on the main floor near the entrance to the library. Geisinger's wellness team will review your results and can help you develop a personalized plan to meet your health goals. No registration is required.
Kids are invited to the Children’s Wing every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft! No need to register. Just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
Sticker Therapy Need a break? Come unwind, get creative, and let the sticker magic take over! Create charming scenes — from cozy cafés to sunny beaches and whimsical hideaways — using beautifully detailed stickers. No rules, no pressure… just a relaxing evening of creativity and good vibes. 💛 📅 Wednesday, January 14th, 2026⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM📍 […]
On Wednesday, January 14th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to make houses 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 to see you there!
Join us for a free showing of Green Book. This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 2 hours and 10 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, January 17th for some fun winter STEAM activities. Create your own snowball launcher, have fun with Ozobot yeti racing, create a winter craft, and learn how to make a snowstorm in a jar! No need to register for this program; just stop by any time from […]
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us for a game night! Meet us in the Children's Wing at 6PM on Tuesday, January 20th for a night full of fun, games, and snacks! Registration is required. To register, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. We hope to see you there!
Kids are invited to the Children’s Wing every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft! No need to register. Just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
Bookish Banter - Teen Book Club Calling all teens! Join us for Bookish Banter, a fun and relaxed book club where you can talk about whatever you’re into — books, movies, games, or TV shows. No assigned reading, no pressure, just great conversation and shared interests! 🎮🎬📖 📅 Wednesday, January 21st, 2026⏰ 5:00 PM📍 3rd Floor Meeting Room – Osterhout Free […]
Join us for a free showing of Boys Town. This film is not rated and runs for 1 hour and 47 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
On Saturday, January 24th, kids can join us in the Children's Department for some fun winter crafts! Make a sledding craft, a fun penguin headband, and a snowplow paper airplane. Registration for this event is not required; just stop in any time from 10AM-2PM for "snow" much fun! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext […]
Join Horror Club on Monday, January 26th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Alligator! From IMBd: "An oddball group of cops, criminals, tourists and teens converge on a Georgia forest where a huge black bear goes on a murderous rampage after unintentionally ingesting cocaine." This film is rated R and runs for 1 […]
On Monday, January 26th at 6PM, kids ages 8-12 are invited to join us in the Children's Department for some finger knitting fun! Learn how to make your own finger knitted bunny to take home with you! All materials will be provided, and no experience is required. Registration for this event is required, as space […]
Kids are invited to the Children’s Wing every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft! No need to register. Just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
Adulting 101: Saucy Secrets! Ready to level up your kitchen skills? Teens & Young Adults are invited to learn how to make a delicious homemade marinara/ragu sauce — perfect for pasta nights, impressing friends, or just treating yourself like the culinary icon you are! 😎🔥 📅 Wednesday, January 28th, 2026⏰ 5:00 PM📍 3rd Floor […]
Join us for a free showing of All The King's Men. This film is not rated and runs for 1 hour and 50 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, January 31st from 10AM-2AM for a bookmark contest! Decorate your own bookmark, and one winner per age category will be chosen to have their bookmark featured in the Children's Department! Age categories are as follows: 3-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years Also enjoy library-themed crafts and […]
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing Don't Tell A Soul by D. K. Hood. 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 […]
Join us for a free showing of The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 3 hours and 21 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.
Kids are invited to the Children’s Wing every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime. Enjoy stories, songs, and a craft! No need to register. Just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217.
Threaded Memories: Photo Embroidery Celebrate National Embroidery Month with a creative twist! Teens and Young Adults are invited to turn their favorite photos into stitched works of art. Learn how to add simple embroidery stitches directly onto photographs to create something truly personal and meaningful. No experience needed—just bring your own photos and we’ll provide […]
