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  • Kidz Club: Solve the Mystery

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

    Children ages 8-12 are invited to the Children's Department for a night of sleuthing! Put your detective skills to the test as you search for clues and decode puzzles to […]

  • 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 […]

  • DIY Geode Crystal Skulls

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

    DIY Geode Crystal Skulls Learn how to make your own fake geode skull. All supplies provided. Teens/ Young Adults Weds October 1, 2025 5:00-7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration is […]

  • Countdown to Kindergarten

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

    Do you have a child entering kindergarten in the Fall of 2026? Join us for Countdown to Kindergarten! This program runs every Thursday from October 2nd-April 30th. We will meet […]

  • 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 Dark Hours by Amy Jordan. This meeting will be held at the Osterhout […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Eight Men Out

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

    Join us for a free showing of Eight Men Out. This film rated PG and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate […]

  • 16th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party

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

      The Osterhout Free Library is thrilled to announce our 16th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party! Mark those calendars for Friday, October 3, 2025 atop the Intermodal Center in downtown Wilkes-Barre. […]

  • Monster Mania!

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

    Kids are invited to the Children's Wing on Saturday, October 4th for some monster fun! Stop in any time between 10AM and 2PM to create monster-themed crafts and watch a […]

  • 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 […]

  • Adulting 101: Fact vs Fiction

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

    Adulting 101: Fact vs Fiction Think you can spot fake news? In today’s world of endless information, knowing what’s real—and what’s not—is a must-have life skill. Join us for 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!

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Sunset Boulevard

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

    Join us for a free showing of Sunset Boulevard. This film is not rated and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate […]

  • Tween Tuesday: Pumpkin Decorating

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

    Kids ages 8-12 are invited to decorate their own pumpkin for this month's Tween Tuesday! Join us at 6PM on Tuesday, October 14th in the Children's Wing to be a […]

  • 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 Join us at the Osterhout Free Library for a fun and relaxed space to chat about the books you’re reading, the shows you’re watching, and […]

  • Lego Club: Build Your Halloween Costume

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

    Kids are invited to join us for Lego Club on Wednesday, October 15th from 5:30-7PM. Build a Lego creation based on your Halloween costume! All Lego creations will be put […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Untouchables

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

    Join us for a free showing of The Untouchables. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate […]

  • Make Your Own Board Game Day

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

    On Saturday, October 18th, kids are invited to create their own board games in the Children's Department! Materials will be provided, but also feel free to bring your own cereal […]

  • 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 […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Tootsie

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

    Join us for a free showing of Tootsie. This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and […]

  • Friends $5 Bag Sale!

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

    Friends of the Osterhout Free Library $5 Bag Sale! Buy a bag at the book shop for $5 cash and fill it with books, CDs and DVDs. All book shop inventory […]

  • Kidz Club: Fall Ball

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

    Kids ages 8-12 are invited to our Fall Ball! Join us in the Children's Wing at 6PM on Monday, October 27th for fall-themed games, activities, prizes, and more! Costumes are […]

  • 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 […]

  • Spooky Halloween Party

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

    SPOOKY Halloween Party Join us for a spooky good time with a costume contest, games, prizes, candy, pizza, snacks and other refreshment served. Invite your friends! Teens/ Young Adults Weds […]

  • Trick-or-Treat!

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

    Stop in the Children's Wing in your Halloween costume on Friday. October 31st to receive a treat! Children are welcome to stop by any time from 9AM until 4:30PM. We […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Old Dark House

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

    Join us for a free showing of The Old Dark House. This film is not rated and runs for 1 hour and 12 minutes. This is a free event sponsored […]

  • Falling for Crafts

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

    Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, November 1st for some fall crafting fun! No need to register for this program. Just stop in any time from 10AM-2PM […]

  • 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 […]