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Adulting 101: Career Coaching

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

PA CareerLink are back with more resources and job/ life skills to help you succeed in your future career. Free giveaway for all participants. Wednesday March 6, 2024 5:00 - 6:30PM Ages 12-18 Registration Required - Call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This program was funded by the Wilkes-Barre Health Department's Preventative Health […]

Adulting 101: Meal Prep Made Easy

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

Learn how to properly put together a well balanced meal on a budget! Laura Ascenzi R.D, will explain proper nutrition, what to shop for and easy meal prep ideas! Saturday March 9, 2024 10:00 - 11:30AM Ages 12-18 Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This program was funded by the […]

Adulting 101: Dollars and Sense

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

Join Cathy Casey from Cross Valley Federal Credit Union and learn about important financial skills to set yourself up for future success! Free giveaway for all participants. Wednesday, March 20, 2024 5:00 - 6:30PM Ages 12-18 Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This program was funded by the Wilkes-Barre Health […]

Adulting 101: Talk with a Cop

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

Meet and talk with Officer Jamie Sheridan from the Wilkes-Barre Police Department. He'll be talking about internet, gun and personal safety along with any questions you'd like to ask! Free giveaway for all participants. Wednesday, March 27, 2024 5:00 - 6:30PM Ages 12-18 Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This […]

Adulting 101: And Sew it Begins…Again!

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

Learn the basics of sewing and mending with help from professional Tailor, Liza Roper! Free giveaway for all participants. Monday, April 1, 2024 4:00 - 5:30PM Ages 12-18 Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ This program was funded by the Wilkes-Barre Health Department's Preventative Health Improvement Grant.

Adulting 101: Beginners Yoga

Balance Yoga 900 Rutter Ave 2nd Fl., Kingston

Join Corinne Farrell from Balance Yoga and learn the basics and benefits of Yoga. This program will meet at Balance Yoga, located at 900 Rutter Ave. 2nd Floor Kingston, PA 18704. Free giveaway for all participants. Thursday, April 11, 2024 6:30 - 8:30 PM Teens and Young Adults Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 […]

Adulting 101: Organize the Chaos

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

Adulting 101: Organize the Chaos Learn how to better organize your life with Ms. Laura! We'll talk about strategies, tips and techniques to clean and organize any mess! Free giveaway for all participants! Wednesday April 24, 2024 5:00 - 6:30PM For Teens and Young Adults Registration required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ […]

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR

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

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training Certification This program is FREE and space is LIMITED. Learn about emergency situations, First Aid, and CPR with live demonstration from CINTAS. Certification is included with completion of this program. Wednesday May 1, 2024 4:00 -7:00 PM (This is a 3 hour course) Teens and Young Adults Registration […]

Adulting 101: Back to Basics Cooking Class

First Presbyterian Church Gather Room 97 S. Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Adulting 101: Back to Basics Cooking Class Learn how to cook with instruction from David Pembleton from Luzerne County Community College Culinary Department! Free giveaway for all participants! Tuesday May 7, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM Teens and Young Adults This program will be held at the First Presbyterian Church's Gather Room, next door to the […]

Game Night!

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

  Teens & Young Adults, join us on Wednesday, June 26th from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. for video games, pizza and drinks! No registration required!

Survival Kit Tins

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

Make your own SURVIVAL KIT TIN! Ready to go on an adventure? Don't forget your survival kit! Decorate and fill your own kit and never be unprepared! All supplies provided! Registration required: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ Teens Wednesday July 10th, 2024 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room

World Travel Trivia

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

World Travel Trivia Who's ready to travel the world? Test your knowledge of the world, landmarks, cultures and customs and be crowned the true world explorer! Prizes and snacks provided! Registration required: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ Teens Wednesday July 17, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room

Movie Night – “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire”

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

Movie Night - "Ghostbusters Frozen Empire" Let's cool this Summer down with "Ghostbusters Frozen Empire"! Watch the movie and enjoy some frozen snacks! Teens and Young Adults Wednesday July 24, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM Reading Room Rated PG-13

Adulting 101: And Sew it Begins…Again!

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

Adulting 101: And Sew it Begins...Again! If you missed it last time, here's another chance to learn the basics of sewing and mending with Tailor, Liza Roper! Free giveaway for all participants! Registration is required: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ Teens and Young Adults Monday July 29, 2024 5:30 - 7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room

Friendship Bracelet Party

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

Friendship Bracelet Party Learn how to make your own Friendship Bracelet! Make new friends, trade bracelets, enjoy yourselves! All materials provided! Registration is required: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/ Teens Wednesday August 7th 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room

Read & Share

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

Read & Share What are you reading this Summer? We want to know. Stop in for this laid back version of a book club and share what you're reading with us! Drinks and snacks will be provided! Teens Wednesday August 14th 5:00 -6:30PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration is not required but appreciated; https://osterhout.info/program-registration/

Movie Night – “Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes”

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

Movie Night - Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes Experience the story of THE HUNGER GAMES - 64 years before Katniss Everdeen volunteered as tribute, and decades before Coriolanus Snow became the tyrannical President of Panem. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Teens & Young Adults Wednesday August 21st 4:30 - 7:00PM Reading Room […]

Adulting 101: Guided Meditation

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

Adulting 101: Guided Meditation Join Howard Thomas for a guided meditation. Focus on your mental health and get yourself centered! Participants receive a free Yoga mat! Teens and Young Adult Wednesday, August 28th 5:00 - 6:30PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration is required. Please call 570-823-0156 or register online at:  https://osterhout.info/program-registration/

Make your own Cemetarium

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

Make your own Cemetarium! We're celebrating the spooky season a little early but just in time for the new "Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice" movie! We'll provide all the supplies. You can choose to bring your own glass container, otherwise we'll have extras available. Teens Wednesday September 4, 2024 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Call us at […]

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training

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

Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training Get certified in First Aid & CPR Training for FREE! Training provided by CINTAS. (This is a 3 hour course) Wednesday September 18th, 2024 4:00 -7:00PM 16 & Older Only 3rd Floor Meeting Room WAITLIST ONLY. For more information or to register call 570-823-0156 or go to: https://osterhout.info/program-registration/

Teen Horror Movie Night

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

Teen Horror Movie Night - "Five Nights at Freddy's" Join us for a frightening good time! We'll be watching "Five Nights at Freddy's" based on the popular video game! Snacks, popcorn and other refreshments will be provided! Teen/ YA - Rated PG-13 Weds. October 2, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM Reading Room

Event Series Guided Meditation Classes

Guided Meditation Classes

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

Guided Meditation Classes If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD or just aiming for personal growth, join Howard Thomas and let him guide you on your path to mental well-being, mindfulness and fulfillment. No prior experience is needed. Plus, get a FREE yoga mat while supplies last! Teens & Young Adults Tuesdays - October […]

Create your own Crystal Ball Craft

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

Create your own "Crystal Ball" Craft Learn how to make your own color changing plastic "Crystal Ball"! All materials provided! Teens Weds. October 9, 2024 5:00 -7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration is required. Please call us at 570-823-0156 or register online at https://osterhout.info/program-registration/

Event Series Guided Meditation Classes

Guided Meditation Classes

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

Guided Meditation Classes If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD or just aiming for personal growth, join Howard Thomas and let him guide you on your path to mental well-being, mindfulness and fulfillment. No prior experience is needed. Plus, get a FREE yoga mat while supplies last! Teens & Young Adults Tuesdays - October […]

Event Series Guided Meditation Classes

Guided Meditation Classes

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

Guided Meditation Classes If you're dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD or just aiming for personal growth, join Howard Thomas and let him guide you on your path to mental well-being, mindfulness and fulfillment. No prior experience is needed. Plus, get a FREE yoga mat while supplies last! Teens & Young Adults Tuesdays - October […]

Halloween Party!

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

Halloween Party!! Calling all Teens! Costume contest, video games, pizza, snacks and other refreshments! Oh my! Can't forget the candy! Teens Weds. October 30, 2024 5:00 - 7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room  

Adulting 101: Chicken Noodle Soup & One Pot Meals

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

Adulting 101: Chicken Noodle Soup & One Pot Meals Learn how to make Chicken Noodle Soup and cooking one pot meals. Everything cooks in one pot or pan for maximum flavor and minimum cleanup! Easy dinner recipes eliminate the need to figure out what sides to cook with your main dish, because each recipe provides […]

Cranberries, Turkey and Murder Mystery

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

Cranberries, Turkey & Murder Mystery You have received an invitation to play a part in the Dread Family’s yearly Thanksgiving dinner for their neighbors! Last year was filled with gossip, treachery and scandal; many of the neighbors may not get along. The Dreads hope everyone enjoys themselves – at least until dessert hits the table! […]

Christmas Crafting for Teens

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

Christmas Crafting for Teens Christmas Crafting Potluck! Join us for a fun, creative session where we'll recycle old Christmas cards and ornaments to make something fresh and festive! Choose your own craft project and let your creativity shine! Teens Weds December 4, 2024 5:00-7:00PM 3rd Floor Meeting Room Registration is required. To register online, go […]

Holiday Bingo Night

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

Holiday Bingo Night Get ready for a festive and fun-filled Teen/ Young Adult Holiday Bingo Night! Gather your friends for an evening of sweet treats, hot cocoa and exciting bingo games with a holiday twist! Great prizes and fun for all! Teens/ Young Adults Weds. December 11, 2024 5:00-7:00PM Reading Room Registration is required. To […]