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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 the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing Death of a Rainmaker by Laurie Loewenstein. 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 North […]
Join us for a free showing of Moulin Rouge. This film 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.
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 What's Up, Doc? This film is rated G. This is a free event, and there will be snacks!
Join us for a free showing of Notorious. This film runs for one hour and forty minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Join the Osterhout Free Library and the Luzerne County Historical Society for a beginner genealogy session. Learn about both physical and digital genealogy resources available in the local area and how to use them. This is a free event, and there will be a questions-and-answers session afterwards. To register, please call or email the Information […]
Grab yourself a new, blank journal (we recommend a bound, hardcover one) and join us for a visual and gratitude journaling workshop. There will be a brief presentation on the structure and benefits of journaling, and then we will customize, decoupage, and decorate our journals to our hearts' content! Cozy refreshments will be provided! This […]
Join us for a free showing of The Grapes of Wrath. This film 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.
Stop by the Children's Dept. this Saturday, November 25 at 11:30 a.m. for a special nature program presented by the North Branch Land Trust.
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 The Menu. This event is free to attend. All attendees must at least 18 years old. For more information or to RSVP for this event, please visit the Information Services […]
Join us for this annual day of global generosity when we raise critical funding for library programs and services! Kick off the end of year giving season with a donation to the Osterhout Free Library. A tax-deductible donation of $100 can provide one day of school outreach in the community or one educational program at […]
Join us for a free showing of Murder on the Orient Express. This film is rated PG and runs for two hours and eleven minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Join the Franklin Street Sleuths for our monthly mystery book discussion! This month, we will be discussing A Corpse for Christmas by Benedict Brown. 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 North […]
Join us for a free showing of Places in the Heart. 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.
Discuss, listen to, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome!
Join us for a free showing of The Yellow Rolls-Royce. This film 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.
Shop in-store (407 Arena Hub Plaza, Wilkes-Barre) from 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. and 20% of all sales during this time will be donated back to the library! Look for 2 limited edition Osterhout soaps - makes a great gift!
Join us for a free showing of Miracle on 34th Street. This film runs for one hour and forty 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 a free showing of The Preacher's Wife. 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.
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 […]
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 Cross Her Heart by Melinda Leigh. 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 North Branch […]
Join us for a free showing of Laura. This film runs for one hour and twenty-eight minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library. Popcorn is provided.
Spend some time at the library and play some fun board games, or build with our building toys (Lincoln Logs, Magna Tiles and more)! No need to register, just stop in the Children's Wing between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 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!
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 […]