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Geology Rocks!
Kids are invited to the Children's Department on Saturday, August 1st to learn about the rocks that make up our planet! No need to register; just stop in any time […]
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Summer Storytime!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, […]
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Rock Solid Art
Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesRock Solid Art Join us for Rock Solid Art, a creative, hands-on program where Teens & Young Adults will learn how to make stunning minimalist pebble art. Whether you're an […]
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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 […]
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Franklin Street Sleuths
Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesJoin 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 […]
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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 […]
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Unearth Ancient Egypt Day
On Saturday, August 8th, kids can join us for Unearth Ancient Egypt Day! Decode hieroglyphics and participate in crafts and activities. No need to register; just stop in any time […]
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Summer Storytime!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, […]
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Name that Tune: Television Theme Song Trivia
Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesName the Tune: Television Theme Song Trivia How well do you really know your favorite shows? Test your skills by guessing TV theme songs in this fun, fast-paced challenge just […]
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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.
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End of Summer Reading: T-Rex Tea Party!
Kids who have participated in this year's summer reading club are invited to join us for a T-Rex Tea Party from 11AM-12PM in the Children's Department on Friday, August 14th […]
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End of Summer Reading: T-Rex Tea Party!
Kids who have participated in this year's summer reading club are invited to join us for a T-Rex Tea Party from 11AM-12PM in the Children's Department on Friday, August 14th […]
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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 […]
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Tween Tuesday: Dinosaur Name Game
Kids ages 8-12 are invited to the library on Tuesday, August 18th at 6PM to play the Dinosaur Name Game! Decipher the meaning of dinosaur names, create your own dinosaur, […]
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Summer Storytime!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, […]
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Bookish Banter : Teen Book Club
Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesBookish Banter: Teen Book Club Calling all teens! Joins us for Bookish Banter, a fun and relaxed book club where you can talk about whatever you're into - books, movies, […]
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Lego Club: Farm
On Wednesday, August 19th, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to build based on this month’s farm theme at Lego Club! At the end of the night, your […]
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Amateur Relic Hunting: Finding History in Unexpected Places
Join Kassidy Cobb as she shares tips and guidance for discovering historical relics...sometimes right in your own backyard! From metal detecting dos and don'ts to suggestions for finding historical relics […]
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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 […]
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Dog Days of Summer
August is National Dog Month! Kids can join us in the Children's Department on Saturday, August 22nd to celebrate the Dog Days of Summer! Play dog-themed games, create dog-themed crafts, […]
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Online Auction Open for Bidding
Support the Osterhout Free Library during the 22nd Annual Gala & Auction: Marrakech in the Moonlight! Browse and bid on an exciting selection of auction items during our online auction, […]
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Summer Storytime!
Kids can join us in the Children's Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, […]
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Adulting 101 Presents: First Aid & CPR Training
Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesAdulting 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, […]
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22nd Annual Gala and Auction: Marrakech in the Moonlight
Westmoreland Club 59 S Franklin St, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United States22nd Annual and Gala & Auction: Marrakech in the Moonlight We hope you will join us for this very special evening on Friday, August 28, 2026 at the Westmoreland Club, […]
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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 […]
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Kidz Club: Break a World Record!
If you have ever seen a world record you thought you could break, now is your chance to show off your skills! Kids ages 8-12 are invited to this month's […]
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Fall Storytime
Kids can join us in the Children’s Department every Wednesday at 10:30AM for storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, crafts, and more! No need to register; just stop in! For more information, please call 570-823-0156, ext 217. […]
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Masterpiece Makeover
Osterhout Free Library - Central Branch 71 South Franklin Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesMasterpiece Makeover Put your own creative spin on some of history's most famous works of art! Reimagine masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, The Scream, Sunflowers, and more as you transform […]
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Lego Club: Your Favorite Food
On Wednesday, September 2nd, from 5:30-7PM, kids can join us in the Children’s Wing to build based on this month’s theme, "your favorite food," at Lego Club! At the end of the […]
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Franklin Street Sleuths
Osterhout Free Library - North Branch 28 Oliver Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, United StatesJoin 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 […]