bookshelf 
Every month we'll let you know what new books, BluRays, and DVDs we've added to our collection.  
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It's Time for Pre-School Storytime!  story time
Join us at the Main Library for Storytime for kids 3 1/2 to 5 years old. 
Three sessions to choose from:

Wednesdays, Jan. 30- Feb. 20

10:45-11:30 a.m.

Wednesdays, Jan. 30 - Feb. 20 

2:00-2:45 p.m.

Saturdays, Feb. 2 - Feb. 23

10:00-10:45 a.m.

 

Registration begins Monday, January 21. Call Youth Services at 823-0156 ex. 217.
FloodWord Fountain Flood Issue

The Osterhout Free Library will be hosting a Word Fountain

premiere with featured readers from our commemorative flood issue Saturday, January 19th at 2 PM in the Reading Room. Copies of the magazine will be available for a suggested donation of $5 per issue. All proceeds benefit local flood victims through The Luzerne Foundation. Click for more information.

Have Some Mid-Winter Fun at the North Branch
Hey kids, come spend your day off having fun!  You can play board games, watch a movie, make a craft, and enjoy some snacks on Monday, January 21st from 1-3 PM at the North Branch Library, 28 Oliver Street. Call 822-4660 to register. 
Open Computer Lab
Need to use a computer for homework or to update your resume?  You can use the computers in the Osterhout Library's Gates Lab.  Hours are:
Monday and Wednesday 5 PM-8 PM
Saturday 1PM-4PM
  
Winter Weather 
If the Wilkes-Barre Area School District delays or closes, the Library will open at 10:30 AM.  In the event of severe weather, the Library may remain closed.  Call 823-0156 or check our website or Facebook for updates. 
Osterhout Free Library, A Member of the Luzerne Co. Library System
Central: 570-823-0156 | North: 570-822-4660 | Plains: 570-824-1862 | South: 570-823-5544