Join us in February for these exceptional events
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Horses & History in Native North America
Drawing from his forthcoming book, From Sky Dogs to Wild Ones: Nativing the Horse in North America, Dr. Steven Fountain will discuss the cultural and environmental changes sparked by horses in both Native American and Euro-American societies. Held at the Three Creeks library on Thursday, February 4 at 7 p.m.
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Chinese New Year Celebration
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Chinese puppet show, "Images of China" by Dragon Art Studio.
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Bring your whole family to celebrate the Year of the Tiger with free and not-to-be-missed performances at Wy’East Middle School Auditorium (1112 SE 136th Ave., Vancouver) on Saturday, February 6, beginning at 2 p.m. Enjoy the traditional Lion Dance performed
by Portland Lee’s Association and a Chinese puppet show, "Image of China," by the award-winning Dragon Art Studio. Students from Salmon Creek Chinese School and Portland Chinese Art and Cultural Center also will perform. For more information, contact Vancouver Community Library at (360) 695-1566 or Amy Lee at (360) 699-8831.
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Here’s to the Women: Stories & Images of Washington’s Women
Washington women are celebrating 100 years of suffrage! Hear stories of women who helped bring women's rights to our state, in this Inquiring Mind program featuring Dr. Linda Allen.
Held at the Battle Ground library on Saturday, February 20 at
7 p.m.
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And many more...
See our Web site for more events and activities, including:
Book discussion groups - adult, teen, parent/child
Other events:
gaming, poetry, movie events and more!
View a printable February calendar.
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See what's going on for teens:
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Tax-Time Helpers
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will be providing free tax assistance at area libraries and other community locations in February, March and the first half of April. The program is focused on helping low- and moderate-income taxpayers, with special attention to those age 60 or older. See a listing of locations and hours.
Tax links on our site:
See a list of resources we've put together, including federal and state forms, common savings and credits, and more.
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Job Hunting? Visit Our New Self-help Job Lab!
If you are job hunting, you may benefit from our new Job Lab. It is located in the downstairs computer lab of the Vancouver library and is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to Noon. Use resources to find job listings, get computer time to write your resume, obtain support in preparing for an interview, and access tools that help you determine what career may suit you. Bring a portable USB drive to save your documents.
The Get Job Help @ Your Library project received a grant from the Office
of the Secretary of State, Washington State Library as a part of the Renew
Washington Project which is funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services.
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More Free Computer Help
Facebook, Google Searching, Savvy Consumer, Non-profit Research, and more
See a schedule of upcoming training sessions. Improve your skills and broaden your horizons! One-on-one assistance also may be available -- call your local library for details.
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Friends' Sales Help to Support Your Library
Used book bargains offered by the Friends of the Library.
Vancouver Mall library
Held February 11-12 from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Feb. 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A special bag sale will be held on Feb. 13 from 2-3 p.m.
Friends' Rooms
Check out the ongoing book sales in Friends' Rooms at the White Salmon, Battle Ground and Cascade Park libraries.
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Chocolate Fest Fundraiser
Enjoy an evening of rich indulgence at this "Chocolate Fest" fundraiser! This event will be held Thursday, February 11, 5-8 p.m. at the Vancouver Whole Foods Market (815 SE 160th Avenue). Purchase a $5 passport and then enjoy exclusive samples of chocolate-inspired food and products at "tasting stations" found throughout the store. Proceeds will benefit FVRL Foundation and their efforts to purchase books for the NEW Cascade Park Library. The passports can be purchased in advance at the Vancouver Whole Foods Market beginning Monday, February 1.
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