Books-by-Mail cutbacks  determined
Thank you to everyone who wrote to us this past month with thoughts and suggestions for the reductions that needed to be made to our Books by Mail service. The Board truly appreciated receiving your thoughtful comments.
As you know, the Board had previously agreed to reduce the Books by Mail service by $250,000 as part of the service cuts needed to bridge a significant budget shortfall. At their Feb. 9 meeting, they took action on the next issue: determining what level of service could be provided with the remaining $150,000 budgeted for this service. They agreed the free service would continue to those who apply and are qualified based on disability or distance criteria. Mail to all others stops on April 1.
We will be working on a payment system for those who don't qualify for the free service to obtain it at a charge; we hope to offer this in 2010. We also continue to accept donations and are grateful to those who have provided their support in the past.
See our Books by Mail page for more information.
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Friends' Used Book Sales
Find great used book bargains at these sales hosted by Friends of the Library groups. Proceeds benefit library programs.
Stevenson Community Library
March 13, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
March 14, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Visit our "Pot of Gold" extra-special books section. Most other items are 50 cents for paperbacks and $1 for hardcovers. Special Friends’ members-only presale on Thursday, March 12 from 6-8 p.m. Memberships available at the door. Giant $2/grocery bag sale on Saturday from 2-3 p.m.
White Salmon Valley Community Library
March 13, 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
March 14, 10 a.m. – Noon and 12:30-3 p.m.
Includes sales of multi-media. Bag sale on Saturday from 12:30-3 p.m. $1 per bag – bring your own bag. Special pre-sale events for Friends’ members on Thursday, March 12, 5-7 p.m. Memberships available at the door.
Cascade Park - held at 925 NE 136th Avenue in Vancouver (in the new building at the entrance to the Winco parking lot)
Friday, March 20, 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, March 21, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Come early for the best selection. Friends' members-only sale from 4-6 p.m. on March 20 (memberships available at the door).
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Tax-time help continues
Free tax assistance continues at libraries and other community locations. This service is provided by AARP Tax-Aide volunteers, who focus their efforts on assisting low- and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 or older. See a listing of locations and hours.
Tax-related links on our Web site:
See our handy list that includes federal and state forms, some common savings and credits, and more.
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Teens - What's happening
Sign up for the brand new teen email newsletter! It's put together by our Young Adult Services Coordinator, Jen, and is one way to stay up-to-date on the latest teen library events and activities. Please tell your friends!
See also our Teen web page, where you can find more about how to get involved.
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Plan to have your St. Patrick's Day lunch or dinner celebration at The Rock Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits on Tuesday, March 17 between 11 a.m.-midnight. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the FVRL Foundation and 2009 Summer Reading Program! The Rock Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits is located at 2420 Columbia House Blvd in Vancouver, near the new Grand Central Station Fred Meyers.
Event sponsors: The Rock, FVRL Foundation, Columbia Credit Union, Coors Light, The Columbian, and Fish Brewing Company - Thank you!
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Many More Events
There's a whole lot more going on around our library district. See our Web site for ongoing events and activities, including:
Eleanor Roosevelt: No Ordinary Woman
 For over 30 years, Eleanor Roosevelt was the most powerful woman in America. She comes to life before your very eyes as Joan Wolfberg takes you from Eleanor's shy, awkward childhood, to life as the First Lady, and later to the United Nations. You'll learn of her belief in the equality of women, civil rights, human rights and freedom. Held at the Old Liberty Theater located at 115 N. Main Avenue in Ridgefield, on Friday, March 27, 7:30 p.m. An Inquiring Mind program underwritten by Humanities Washington, Friends of Ridgefield Community Library and the Old Liberty Theater.
The Muses: Celtic Music with Zing
An evening concert the whole family will enjoy, on Saturday, March 21 from 7-8 p.m. at White Salmon Valley Community Library
Goldendale Business Meet-and-Greet
 Get in the community spirit and meet other business leaders in the Goldendale area. Find out what's new at the library and about FVRL's great business resources. A partnership program with Greater Goldendale Chamber of Commerce, held Thursday, March 26 from 6-8 p.m. at the Goldendale Community Library.
Book discussion groups - adult, teen, parent/child
Other events:
knitting, movie events, writing and more!
View a printable March calendar.
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