Read...Play...Discover!
Baby-preschool programs at both
libraries and schools
In the first five years of life, children learn more and at a faster pace than at any other time.
Make the most of these early years by reading, playing and discovering the world with your child! We offer storytimes for young children at all our locations. And, in conjuction with our community partners, we are able to offer two types of fun programs in numerous local schools for children ages birth to 5: Read & Plays and Building Blocks (find the dates and locations for these programs on our Storytimes & Kids Events page). Both include activies that encourage language development through books, songs, fingerplays, music and movement. It's also an opportunity for parents and caregivers to exchange ideas. At Read & Play programs, a parent educator is available to discuss developmental concerns and parenting triumphs.
--Jacquelyn Keith, Children's Services Coordinator
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Funding Nearly Complete
Battle Ground Library Friends are nearing their fundraising goal
Jane Higgins, president of the Battle Ground Library Friends, recently
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shared some very good news. A Battle Ground couple who wants to inspire the community to finish the campaign has pledged to give the final $25,000 out of the remaining $32,000 that is needed. That means the Battle Ground Friends need to garner just $7,000 more to fill the funding gap and secure this couple’s donation. “We cannot relax in this economy and make the mistake of thinking it will be easy,” said Jane. “But we know we will get the job done with this kind of inspiration!” To learn more about the Friends' campaign, contact Jane at (360) 666-1480.
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Setting Fiction in the Gorge
Author discusses Northwest settings at White Salmon library
Join regional fiction author
Sheila Simonson on Tuesday,
Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. at the White Salmon library for a discussion of the challenges and pleasures she has experienced in the process of researching actual locations in this region as settings for her mysteries.
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The Wanderers
Performances in three locations
If you enjoy folk songs and old-time music, you won’t want to miss The Wanderers when they
visit us this month! Carl Allen and Bill Murlin have performed together as The Wanderers since 1959 when they met at Washington State University in Pullman. Their performances feature folk songs from the 1960s to the present with close harmonies, banjo and guitar. Come and sing along to a wide range of well-known songs – including selections from Tom Paxton, The Kingston Trio, The Easy Riders, Bill Staines and Woody Guthrie.
Goldendale Community Library
Tuesday, Oct. 21, 7 p.m.
White Salmon Valley Community Library
Thursday, Oct. 23, 7 p.m.
(special focus on the music of Woody Guthrie)
Stevenson Community Library
Saturday, Oct. 25, 2 p.m.
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Forum at the Library presents:
Candidates for Clark County Commissioner
Hear the candidates speak at
Vancouver Community Library
Join us in the Vancouver library's lower-level meeting room on Thursday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. as candidates vying for the two seats on the Clark County Commission speak. Running for Position 1 are Pam Brokaw and Tom Mielke, and for Position 2 are Marc Boldt and Jeanne Harris. Gregg Herrington will serve as moderator. This event is co-sponsored with the League of Women Voters.
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Bluegrass Among the Books
Ridgefield Community Library joins in the BirdFest and Bluegrass celebration
This is one of Ridgefield’s biggest annual events, with activities throughout the downtown area and at the National Wildlife Refuge during October 11-12. Events at the Ridgefield library include the bluegrass sounds of The Why Nots on Saturday, Oct. 11 at 4:00 p.m. and also drop-in children's crafts from 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. that day.
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Ruby's Imagine
Local author Kim Antieau reads from her latest book at Stevenson Community Library
From Kirkus Reviews, on Ruby's Imagine: "Rich language and a unique perspective hint at the magic that exists just below the surface of everyday life." Meet the author and hear her read from her latest book on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson Community Library.
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Artists of the Gorge
29th Annual Exhibition at
Stevenson Community Library
Come to our annual exhibition of works by artists who live in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge! A wide range of media will be on display in the Stevenson library's gallery, including photography, oils, watercolors, mosaics and more. The opening reception is Thursday, October 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and features piano music by Gloria James and a silent auction sponsored by Friends of Stevenson Community Library. Spend an evening with other art lovers and enjoy hors d'oeuvres, beverages and desserts compliments of the Friends. Our juror this year is Joan Chase, artist and curator. The exhibit then continues through the month of October during library hours.
--Chris Hughey, Stevenson Community Librarian
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Kids: Read to the Dogs
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy & Education program. Program is designed for ages 5-12 and is limited to 4 children per 25-minute session. Two dates and locations:
Three Creeks Community Library
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 5-7 p.m.
Registration begins Oct. 9 - call 571-9696
Vancouver Mall Community Library
Saturday, October 11, 9-11 a.m.
Registration begins Oct. 4 - call 892-8256
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Introducing...
Reader's Theater
Goldendale Community Library
Do you like to act, or tell stories? Come be a star at the Goldendale library! Open to kids ages 8-12. There's no memorization required as the group will perform from scripts. Snacks provided. Parents and caregivers of participants welcome. Held the first Wednesday of the month at 3:00 p.m. beginning October 1.
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Masquerade Ball
 Event for teens at Three Creeks Community Library
Come to the Three Creeks library dressed as your favorite literary character on Friday, Oct. 24. Program runs from 7-9 p.m. Prize for the best costume! There also will be games, crafts, snacks and more.
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"Cosplay" - an event for teens
Vancouver Community Library
Have you ever wanted to be someone else? This is your chance! Come to the Vancouver library on Friday, Oct. 17 from 7-9 p.m. dressed as your favorite character from a movie, book, manga, video game, or whatever. Pretend to actually be your character! We'll celebrate the winners of the fall teen writing contest. We'll also play DDR, put on fake battles, watch anime movies, hold a costume contest, give out prizes and eat candy sushi. Don't miss it!
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