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  • Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy

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

    Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy Have you ever wondered where your family came from or wanted to learn more about your ancestors? Join us for Adulting 101: Beginners Genealogy and learn the basics of researching your family tree! We'll introduce you to helpful genealogy resources, share tips for getting started, and show you how to uncover […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Last of the Mohicans

    Join us for a free showing of The Last of the Mohicans. Three Mohican trappers agree to protect the daughters of a British Colonel in the midst of the French and Indian War. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 1 hours 52 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth […]

  • Nutrition Links with Penn State Extension

    Families are invited to join us in the Children's Department with our friends from Penn State Extension for the upcoming session of Nutrition Links! This Program runs every Thursday at 10:30AM from July 16th to August 6th and teaches the importance of food safety, showcases healthy recipes, and offers incentives each week. For participants who […]

  • 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 Author's Guide to Murder by Beatriz Williams, Lauren Willig, and Karen White. 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: […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Glory (1989)

    Join us for a free showing of Glory. Robert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices from both his own Union Army, and the Confederates. (IMDb) This film is rated R and runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth Walter Estate and the […]

  • Socrates Cafe

    Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.

  • Adult Craft: Foam Block Printing

    Using foam, learn how to carve your own stamps! You will receive all necessary materials as well as five greeting cards to use with your stamps. This is class is for adults only, and there is a $5 to cover the cost of materials. Registration is required. To register, visit this link.

  • Knotty Brunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is cats. We will have feline-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is welcome! This […]

  • Adulting 101 Presents: First Aid & CPR Training

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

    Adulting 101 Presents: First Aid & CPR Training Be prepared when every second counts by joining us for our Adulting 101: First Aid & CPR Training with Cintas! This hands-on, certification course will teach you the essential skills needed to respond confidently during emergencies. Whether you're looking to build your resume, prepare for babysitting or […]

  • Horror Club: Jurassic Park (1993)

    Join Horror Club on Monday, August 31st at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Jurassic Park! From IMDb: "An industrialist invites some experts to visit his theme park of cloned dinosaurs. After a power failure, the creatures run loose, putting everyone's lives, including his grandchildren's, in danger." This film is rated PG-13 and runs […]

  • 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 Serial by Casey Hill 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 Sleuths are sponsored by […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: The Pirate (1948)

    Join us for a free showing of The Pirate. A girl is engaged to the local rich man, but meanwhile she has dreams about the legendary pirate Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with her and to impress her he poses as the pirate. (IMDb) This film runs for 1 hour and 42 minutes. […]

  • Socrates Cafe

    Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Romancing the Stone

    Join us for a free showing of Romancing the Stone. A mousy romance novelist sets off for Colombia to ransom her kidnapped sister, and soon finds herself in the middle of a dangerous adventure hunting for treasure with a mercenary rogue. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 46 minutes. […]

  • Bracelet Craft and Trade

    Meet new friends by trading bracelets! Crafters aged 13+ are invited to make and trade bracelets, kandi, friendship bracelets, or whatever your preferred term for them is! This is a relaxed, friendly event with no pressure to make anything complicated. Basic supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own special beads […]

  • Kinusaiga Craft

    Known as "quilting without thread," kinusaiga involves pushing fabric scraps into grooves carved into a board to create textured, mosaic-like pictures without any sewing or glue. This class is for adults only, and all materials are provided. There is a $7.00 fee. To register, visit this link.

  • Halloween Garland DIY

    Make your own Halloween Garland! This is a class for adults, and experience with sewing is required. The program fee is $5.00. All materials are provided, and there will be light snacks. To register, visit this link.

  • Knotty Brunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is ice cream. We will have frozen treat-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is […]

  • Horror Club: Insidious

    Join Horror Club on Monday, September 28th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film Insidious! From IMDb: "A family looks to prevent evil spirits from trapping their comatose child in a realm called The Further." This film is rated PG-13 and runs for 1 hour 43 minutes. Adults only. Viewer discretion advised. Do you […]

  • 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 Murder Takes The Stage by Colleen Cambridge. 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 Sleuths […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Driving Miss Daisy

    Join us for a free showing of Driving Miss Daisy. An old Jewish woman and her African-American chauffeur in the American South have a relationship that grows and improves over the years. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 1 hour and 39 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by the Elizabeth […]

  • 17th 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 17th Annual Brewsterhout Rooftop Party! Mark those calendars for Friday, October 2, 2026 atop the Intermodal Center in downtown Wilkes-Barre. Event runs from 5-8pm. Tickets are $30 per person. Beer and food are included (while supplies last). Must be 21+ to attend. We hope you will […]

  • Socrates Cafe

    Discuss, listen, and raise questions about a topic chosen. All are welcome. Tea and coffee are provided. This event is held in the 3rd floor meeting room.

  • Friday Movie Matinee: A Man for All Seasons

    Join us for a free showing of A Man for All Seasons. The story of English statesman Sir Thomas More who defied King Henry VIII after Henry rejected the Roman Catholic Church in order to obtain a divorce and remarry. (IMDb) This film is rated G and runs for 2 hours. This is a free […]

  • Medicare Open Enrollment

    Learn about Medicare and the upcoming Annual Enrollment Period. Review important changes and things to keep in mind for the coming year, discuss how to review your current coverage, and discover what options may be available. Q & A to follow. This event is facilitated by Mendy Goldstein, a local, licensed Medicare instance broker through […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: Inherit the Wind (1960)

    Join us for a free showing of Inherit the Wind. Based on a real-life case in 1925; two great lawyers argue the case for, and against, a Tennessee science teacher accused of the crime of teaching Darwin's theory of evolution. (IMDb) This film runs for 2 hours. This is a free event sponsored by the […]

  • Horror Club: We Are What We Are

    Join Horror Club on Monday, October 19th at 5:00 p.m. for a showing of the film We Are What We Are! A chilling horror film filled with family secrets, dark traditions, and small-town mystery! Adults only. Viewer discretion advised. Do you dare to watch with us? This is a free event for adults only. Registration is […]

  • Cross-Stitch Embellishments

    Join us for a free cross-stitch embellishment workshop! Spend an evening learning the basics of cross-stitch while adding a unique, personal design to your own clothes. Please bring one article of clothing or an accessory to customize. Recommended items: Baseball caps, canvas tote bags, sweatshirts. Tee-shirts are not recommended for this specific technique. To register: […]

  • Friday Movie Matinee: All the President’s Men

    Join us for a free showing of All the President's Men. "The Washington Post" reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein uncover the details of the Watergate scandal that leads to President Richard Nixon's resignation. (IMDb) This film is rated PG and runs for 2 hours and 18 minutes. This is a free event sponsored by […]

  • Knotty Brunch

    Knitters and crocheters of all skill levels are welcome to join the Knotty Brunch, a club where you can share tips and tricks, swap supplies, and make new friends while working on your projects together! This month's theme is Halloween. We will have spooky-themed patterns available, but any project you're working on is welcome! This […]