Poetry, Music and Writing Events to help you express your creativity. Poetry Workshop Vancouver Community Library (upstairs in Young Adult section) Thursday, January 3, 7:00 p.m. Monthly drop-in workshop for all ages, taught by local poets. Bring pen and paper and come prepared to write and share poems. Led by Rivkah Loewus. Open-Mic Poetry Night Vancouver Community Library Wednesday, January 9, 7:00 p.m. All ages and voices welcome. Those who wish to read are encouraged to arrive by 6:45 p.m. to sign up. Led by Rivkah Loewus. Song Circle Goldendale Community Library Tuesday, January 15, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Join in the fun singing folk songs, reading poetry, telling stories or playing music. All ages and voices welcome. Remembering William Stafford White Salmon Valley Community Library Saturday, January 26, 2:00 p.m. Poets and poetry lovers are invited to an open mic poetry reading of original work, one of your favorite poems by William Stafford or just come to listen. Writers' Circle Woodland Community Center (next door to the Woodland library) Thursday, January 31, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Encouragement, exercises and support for your poetry, stories and songs. Meets the last Thursday of each month. Teen Events The library is a welcoming place for teens! Teen 'Scape Vancouver Community Library (in Library Hall) Fridays in January from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Teen 'Scape is a relaxing time to kick back, have fun and meet other teens in our community. Fun-loving teens are welcome to join us for Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, crafts, snacks, fun and friends. Teen Manga Book Group Vancouver Community Library (in Library Hall) Tuesday, January 8, 4:30-5:15 p.m. Join us as we discuss Full Metal Alchemist by Hiromu Arakawa. Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Group Vancouver Community Library Tuesday, January 8, 7:00-8:00 p.m. For ages 12-15. Come and discuss The Naming by Alison Croggon. Teen Book Group Vancouver Community Library Tuesday, January 8, 8:00-8:45 p.m. For ages 15-19. Join us as we talk about The Book Thief by Markus Zusak. Teen Book Talk! Goldendale Community Library` Wednesday, January 9, 3:00 p.m. This month's title is Bound by Donna Jo Napoli. Woodland Anime Club Woodland Community Center (next door to the library) Friday, January 11, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, January 14, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Anime-zing! New! Meet twice each month to watch, talk and write about a new DVD of anime from FUNimation. Snacks too! It's Showtime! Three Creeks Community Library Friday, January 11, 6:00 p.m. Pull up a chair and enjoy a movie. Popcorn and lemonade will be provided. This program will be held the second Friday each month. Teen Games Night Woodland Community Center (next door to the library) Friday, January 11, 6:00 p.m. Bring your gear and your games every second Friday night. The library will bring a PS2, projector and speakers, DDR, Guitar Hero and pizza! Teen Book Club Three Creeks Community Library Tuesday, January 15, 6:00 p.m. Come and discuss Fat Kid Rules the World by K.L. Going. Teen Vampire Book Discussion Series Ridgefield Community Library Thursday, January 17, 3:30 p.m. New! This group will read a series of four books and meets every third Thursday, January through April. Snacks, too! Twilight by Stephanie Meyer will be discussed at the first meeting. Teen Game Night! Three Creeks Community Library Friday, January 18, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Friends, food fun! Come be a part of it. Dance, Dance Revolution Party Vancouver Mall Community Library Saturday, January 26, 3:00 p.m. Lots of fun for ages 9-15. Teen Book Discussion La Center Community Library Monday, January 28, 6:00 p.m. Come talk about New Moon by Stephanie Meyer. Teen Book Gab Woodland Community Library Wednesday, January 30, 4:00-5:00 p.m. The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer will be discussed. Snacks, too! Teen Book Talk Battle Ground Community Library Thursday, January 31, 4:00-5:00 p.m. This month we're discussing Sasquatch by Roland Smith Many more events are happening at your library. See our Events page for details. Past newsletter issues - see the archive. Subscribe to this newsletter (get email notices when the latest issues are available).

Used Book Sales Find great book bargains at these sales, hosted by Friends of the Library groups. Vancouver Mall Community Library Thursday, January 10, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday, January 11, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday, January 12, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Special "Books by the Bag" sale on Saturday from 2:00-3:00 p.m. Used Book Sale Three Creeks Community Library Saturday, January 26, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Special pre-sale from 8:00-10:00 a.m. for Friends of the Library members (memberships available at the door). Preliminary Drawings Approved for New Eastside Library We've officially entered the "Construction Documents Phase" of the Eastside library building project, now that the Vancouver Library Capital Facility Area (VLCFA) board has given their approval to the design concepts. The VLCFA board consists of the three Clark County Commissioners, who met on Nov. 27 to go over the plans. "The commissioners had suggested several changes at an earlier meeting, and we were very pleased to be able to address their concerns," said Rita Levesque, Building Projects Manager. "At their suggestion, we integrated a continuous covered area from the south end of the Firstenburg Community Center to the library, so visitors can stay under cover between the two buildings. We're also going to put out a bucket of umbrellas for visitors to use and return at their next trip." See the designs on the building project page. Knitting and Stitchery Bring your nimble fingers to the library to stitch while you visit and make friends. The Stitchery Group Ridgefield Community Library Wednesdays in January from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. A free, informal weekly drop-in get-together. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome including mending projects. Knit-In Vancouver Mall Community Library Wednesday, January 9 and 23, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Open to anyone who likes to knit or wants to learn. Volunteers will be available to teach and assist. Other Special Events Come Get Your Groove On! Vancouver Community Library (in Library Hall) Saturday, January 12, 11:00 a.m. Bring the whole family for a morning full of movement! Play Dance Dance Revolution, decorate a masquerade ball mask and make your own tambourine to take home. Take home a free book. One book per family while supplies last. Coming Attractions! Three Creeks Community Library Saturday, January 12, 2:00 p.m. All ages are invited to this "family fun" movie series. Call the library at (360) 571-9696 for information. "Classics" Movie Series Three Creeks Community Library Thursday, January 17, 3:00 p.m. This program is held the third Thursday of each month. Call the library at (360) 571-9696 for information. Forum at the Library presents "Who is Attending to the Public's Health?" Vancouver Community Library (in Library Hall) Thursday, January 17, 7:00 p.m. Find out what is being done in Clark County to prepare for emergencies, prevent diseases and promote healthier lifestyle choices. For Kids Capture your kids' imagination, build their confidence and expand their knowledge of the world around them! Vancouver Mall Community Library's sign-up for "Awesome Books Discussion Group" begins Monday, January 21. For ages 9-12. Call (360) 892-8256 for details. Tween Book Discussion Three Creeks Community Library Tuesday, January 8, 6:30-8:00 p.m. For ages 9-12 plus at least one parent. Our title this month is Olive's Ocean by Kevin Henkes. Call the library to register and pick up a copy of the book. Discussion Junction Vancouver Community Library Thursday, January 10, 6:30-8:00 p.m. For ages 9-12 with an accompanying adult. Join us for a lively discussion of A Wrinkle in Time by Madeline L'Engle. A free copy of the book will be given to families to add to their home collection. No older or younger children siblings, please. "InbeTWEEN" Book Group Cascade Park Community Library Wednesdays, January 2 and 16, 5:00-6:00 p.m. For ages 9-12. Reading, art, friends. Mister Monday by Garth Nix will be discussed. Super Saturday - "Mad Science - Fire and Ice!" Three Creeks Community Library Saturday, January 19, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Come and be amazed by experiments performed by a Mad Scientist! Storigami at the Library Vancouver Mall Community Library Saturday, January 19, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Come hear fun stories and learn how to fold your own origami animals. All materials provided. Tween Book Discussion Stevenson Community Library Tuesday, January 22, 6:00 p.m. For ages 9-13, parents welcome. Our title this month is Amulet of Samarkland by Jonathan Stroud. Book Talk Vancouver Community Library (Library Hall) Thursday, January 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For ages 6-9 years and accompanying adult. Come talk about Nasty Stinky Sneakers by Eve Bunting. Storytimes for younger children and more kids events... Handy Links Catalog (search for library materials) Renew books (review your account) Library locations & hours Bookmobile schedule Contact us

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