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Library Giving Day

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

Libraries strengthen communities and transform lives every day. In addition to well-loved books, the Osterhout Free Library offers innovative programs that promote lifelong learning, connect patrons to technology, and advance knowledge and opportunity for all. Join us during Library Giving Day for a one-day online fundraising event! We encourage patrons and library lovers to make a […]

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

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 Fifth Gospel by Ian Caldwell. 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 […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Barbie (2023)

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

Join us for a free showing of Barbie (2023). This film is rated PG-13 and runs for one hour and 54 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Event Series Socrates Cafe

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!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Rear Window

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

Join us for a free showing of Rear Window. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 52 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Adult DIY Night: Pop Art Pet Portraits

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

Learn how to turn a photo of your pet into a bright, fun painting! This is a free class for adults, and all materials are provided. Space is limited, so please register. Phone: 570-821-1959 Online Registration: Link

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

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

Join the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Pennsylvania for an informative presentation on Alzheimer's disease. This is a free event, and there's no registration required. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Comedy Movie Night: Ghostbusters (1984)

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

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 Ghostbusters. This is a free event, and there will be snacks!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: Good Morning Vietnam

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

Join us for a free showing of Good Morning Vietnam. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Knitting for Beginners

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

This is a free class that will cover the basics of knitting. To register: Phone: 570-821-1959 Online: Link

Lego Club

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

Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Please call to register (570) 823-0156

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

Friday Movie Matinee: A Few Good Men

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

Join us for a free showing of A Few Good Men. This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours 18 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Irish Step Dancing 101

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

Join Shannon Joyce Cerulli from Joyce School of Irish Dance for a free, all ages Irish step dancing class! Learn about the dance's history and try out some beginner-friendly moves. This event will be held in the patio space next to the library. To register: Phone: 570-821-1959 Online: Link

Event Series Book Shop BOGO

Book Shop BOGO

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

Buy one book, get one free in the Friends Book Shop on the last open Saturday of the month! Offer valid in the Friends Book Shop on the last Saturday of each month.

North Branch Books, Baskets & Bake Sale!

Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States

Friends of the North Branch will be holding their annual Books, Baskets & Bake Sale fundraising event on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 11am - 3pm at the North Branch - 28 Oliver St., Parsons, Wilkes-Barre Great reads, great deals, over 20 raffle baskets and yummy sweets! We hope to see you there in support […]

Kidz Club – Origami Night

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

  On April 29th from 6-7 p.m., kids ages 9 - 12 can create an origami fortune teller! Please call to register - (570) 823-0156 ext. 217

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Event Series Qigong for Wellbeing

Qigong for Wellbeing

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

Harmonizing the mind and spirit. Qigong is a Chinese system of breath, mindfulness, posture, and gentle body movements. The routines range from very simple to more complicated sets. This class will give you a simple and effective way to align the three aspects of the whole person—mental/emotional (qi), spiritual (shen), and physical (jing)—so that they […]

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 Outgoing by Thomas A. Buhr. 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 […]

Friday Movie Matinee: The Farewell

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

Join us for a free showing of The Farewell. This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour 40 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the Friends of the Osterhout Free Library.

Guided Meditation

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

Get yourself centered! Join Howard Thomas from Oak Street Health for a guided meditation to relieve pain and stress. Howard has studied and practiced for over ten years with Tibetan monks. This is a free class, and seating is available. Although mats are not provided, participants are welcome to bring their own. To register: Online […]

All ‘FORE’ Books Mini Golf Classic

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

All 'FORE' Books Mini Golf Classic in partnership with Rotary Club of Wilkes-Barre is set for Sunday, May 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Osterhout Free Library. Tickets will be available for purchase at library toward the end of March! Sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our homepage HERE […]

Event Series Think Spring Storytime

Think Spring Storytime

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

Think Spring Storytime!  Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. No need to register, just stop in for stories, songs & a fun craft!

Christopher Kelly