Exhibits

• "Three Voices from Home" Exhibit

  Three local pastel artists share their visions of our unique corner of the state. Artists' reception on Saturday, January 9 from 1:00-4:00 pm.
  Tuesday, January 5 through Saturday, February 27
  Battle Ground Community Library (Meyer Art Gallery)

• In Memory of Erick Karlsson, photographer

  A retrospective exhibit of photography by Erick Karlsson. Please join family and friends for a reception on Saturday, March 6 from 2:30-5:30 p.m.
  Tuesday, March 2 through Saturday, March 27
  White Salmon Valley Community Library (Sprint Baker Gallery)

• Latino Resource Fair

  The resource fair will include information on educational and social services, health screenings, activities for children, presentations, food, entertainment and FUN! Free admission. Sponsored by Latino Community Resource Group (LCRG) of Clark County.
  Sunday, March 7 from 2-5 pm
  St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church (8701 NE 119th St., Vancouver)

Feature Programs
for the Next 30 Days

• Library Lego League

  Join us for a monthly Lego challenge. Bring your own Legos or use the library's Lego collection!
  Tuesday, February 9 at 4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Scrumptious Snacks For Your Sweetheart

  Forget the greeting card. We'll show you how to make chocolate rosebuds and other yummy Valentine treats your honey will love.
  Tuesday, February 9 at 5 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• After School Special - GAMES! (grades 4-12)

  Bring your YuGiOh or Magic-the-Gathering cards, or play with our board games. We have dice, cards and puzzles, too.
  Tuesdays from 4-6 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• The Tween Scene!
  Where Families Meet to Talk about Books (ages 9-12 and one parent)

  The Ravenmaster's Secret by Elvira Woodruff. Refreshments provided. Each month a free copy of the "book of the month" will be given to those attending to keep. Call (360) 571-9696 to register.
  Tuesday, February 9 at 6:30 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• The Stitchery Group

  A free, informal weekly drop-in get-together. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome including projects like knitting, spinning, crocheting, quilting and mending.
  Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Knit-In

  Open to anyone who likes to knit or wants to learn. Volunteers will be available to teach and assist.
  Wednesdays at 6 pm
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• Stitch Wits

  Join our drop-in stitchery group! Bring your project to work on at this weekly informal get-together. Knitting, crochet, needlepoint, embroidery, quiltin and all other kinds of stitchery welcome!
  Wednesdays from 6-7:30 pm
  Battle Ground Community Library

• Teen Mystery Game

  Who burned down Hollywood High? Help find the guilty party!
  Friday, February 12 at 6pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Washougal Gaming Group

  Join this informal group for fun playing RPGs! We speak and play Dungeons and Dragons, GURPS, Call of Cthulu, etc.! Light snacks provided by Friends of Washougal Community Library.
  Fridays from 4-6 pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Anti-Valentine's Day Movie Night

  Cupid is stupid! Don't sit at home broken-hearted. Come catch a cool flick at the library and hang out with all your friends. Enjoy popcorn, drinks and sweets. No lovey-dovey anything, guaranteed. Come one, come all!
  Friday, February 12 from 6-8 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• It's Showtime!
  "Family Fun" movie series

  All ages are invited to pull up a chair and enjoy a movie starring Eddie Murphy. Popcorn and punch will be provided. Call the library at (360) 571-9696 for details.
  Saturday, February 13 at 2 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Teen Expression (ages 12-19)

  Teens, come express yourself @ the library! Enjoy Mehndi Body Art, DDR, a conversation hearts mural and snacks.
  Saturday, February 13 from 6-8 pm
  Goldendale Community Library

• Knitting at the Library

  Will not meet February 15. On ongoing group. Have an enjoyable time in a relaxed atmosphere learning a new art.
  Mondays from 10-11:30 am
  La Center Community Library

• Weekly Chess Club

  Will not meet February 15. All ages welcome. Informal chess play for all ages and abilities. Bring your own board and chess pieces.
  Mondays from 5 to 7:45 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• After School Special - GAMES! (grades 4-12)

  Bring your YuGiOh or Magic-the-Gathering cards, or play with our board games. We have dice, cards and puzzles, too.
  Tuesdays from 4-6 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• The Stitchery Group

  A free, informal weekly drop-in get-together. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome including projects like knitting, spinning, crocheting, quilting and mending.
  Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Drop-In Knitting

  Begins February 3. Knit one, purl one! Bring your project and spend time with other knitters! Experienced knitters will be there to lend a helping hand.
  Wednesdays, February 3 and 17 from 4:30-6 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Read to the Dogs (ages 5-12)

  Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Registration begins Wednesday, January 13. Call (360) 571-9696 to sign up.
  Wednesday, February 17 from 5-7 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Knit-In

  Open to anyone who likes to knit or wants to learn. Volunteers will be available to teach and assist.
  Wednesdays at 6 pm
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• Stitch Wits

  Join our drop-in stitchery group! Bring your project to work on at this weekly informal get-together. Knitting, crochet, needlepoint, embroidery, quiltin and all other kinds of stitchery welcome!
  Wednesdays from 6-7:30 pm
  Battle Ground Community Library

• Mad Science! Fire and Ice Event

  Take a trip to the land of "Fire and Ice" with Mad Science. Witness dazzling science magic complete with fire and bubbling potions!
  Thursday, February 18 at 6:30 pm
  La Center Community Center (1000 E. 4th St.)

• Manga Mania (ages 12-19)

  Three authors and a bonus to consider -- which do you like best? Borrow a copy of the book at the library before Book Club day. Read it! Bring it back on Book Club day and enjoy a snack as you share your opinion of the book. This month: Mu Shi Shi Yuki Urushibara.
  Friday, February 19 at 3:30 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Anime Club (grades 6-12)

  Enjoy a feature film and snacks provided by Friends of the Library.
  Friday, February 19 at 3:30 pm
  Stevenson Community Library

• Anime-zing Woodland

  A monthly program for teens and tweens. Adults welcome.
  Friday, February 19 from 4-6 pm
  Woodland Community Center (next door to the library)

• Teen Night: Post-Valentine Bash (ages 12-19)

  Join us for games, crafts, silliness and, of course, CHOCOLATE!
  Friday, February 19 from 7-9 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Imagine That! (ages 5-9)

  We provide the materials, you provide the imagination. Enjoy creative, hands-on activities that will make some of our favorite books come to life! This month: Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown. Design a Stanley postcard to travel around the world.
  Saturday, February 20 at 1 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Imagine That! (ages 5-9)

  We provide the materials, you provide the imagination. Enjoy creative, hands-on activities that will make some of our favorite books come to life! This month: Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown. Design a "Stanley" postcard to travel around the world.
  Saturday, February 20 at 1 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Aerospace Book Club

  Join the Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum for out-of-this-world activities at the library. Stories, crafts and space suits will all be part of the fun.
  Saturday, February 20 at 3 pm
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• Olympics Program

  The 2010 Olympics are here! Bobsled your way to the library for Olympic-themed crafts.
  Saturday, February 20 from 3-4:30 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• Here's to the Women: Songs, Stories & Images of Washington's Women

  An Inquiring Mind presentation by Dr. Linda Allen. Washington women are celebrating 100 years of suffrage! Hear stories of women who made a difference in bringing it about.
  Saturday, February 20 at 7 pm
  Battle Ground Community Library

• Teen Altered Book Workshop (ages 12-19)

  Come learn how to change an old discarded book into a work of art, a purse or a secret hiding place. All materials provided, but feel free to bring your own book and stuff to decorate it.
  Tuesday, February 23 at 3:30 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Snowflake Fairies Party

  Do YOU love fairies? Join the winter gathering of the Snowflake Fairies! Come dressed as fairies and wear wings if you have them. Create a snowflake tiara! Make your own wand! Play fairy games! Snacks provided.
  Wednesday, February 24 from 2:30-4:30 pm
  Goldendale Community Library (Camplan Room)

• Family Movie Matinee

  Watch a fun animated movie the whole family will enjoy. Popcorn and drinks provided. Call the library at (509) 493-1132 for movie title.
  Saturday, February 27 at 1 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Tween Game Afternoon

  Call the library for information.
  Saturday, February 27 from 4-6 pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Creating Your Resume (Get Job Help @ Your Library)

  Never had a resume? Or is your resume so old that you might as well start from scratch? Learn to identify your valuable skills and how to feature them to impress employers. Tour library tools and resources that can help you create an excellent resume.
  Tuesday, March 2 from 2-3 pm
  optional computer lab from 3-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (downstairs Computer Training Lab)

• Gaming @ the Library

  Use our new projection system to play Rock Band and Guitar Hero. For unplugged games, we'll have board and card games here for you. You're also welcome to bring your own.
  Tuesday, March 2 at 5 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• Kids' Club (ages 8-12)

  Enjoy games, readers' theater and snacks. Games provided or bring your own to share.
  Wednesday, March 3 at 3 pm
  Goldendale Community Library

• Classic Movie Series

  Join your friends and neighbors for our first classic movie series at the library. Call the library for movie titles.
  Wednesdays, March 3, 10, 17 and 24 at 6 pm
  Stevenson Community Library

• Celtic Music with The Fiddleheads

  Start your St. Patrick's Day celebrations with The Fiddleheads in concert. An 11 piece band featuring Gorge musicians. The whole family will enjoy this festive evening of waltzes, airs, jigs, reels and polkas from Ireland and Scotland.
  Friday, March 5 at 7 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Dinos Roar!

  Dinosaur stories, dinosaur crafts and roaring fun!
  Saturday, March 6 at 11 am
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• Scrapbooking

  You love to take photos but where are those photos now? Brenda Matkins, professional scrapbooker, will share fun tips on organizing and decorating your photos.
  Saturday, March 6 at 1 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• Polishing Your Resume (Get Job Help @ Your Library)

  Does your resume need some buffing and waxing? Learn about new formats to really make it shine. Is it so lengthy it needs to go on a crash diet? Learn how to cut down and target a resume that is over-stuffed with experience and skills. Tour library tools and resources that can help you create the right resume for the job.
  Tuesday, March 9 from 2-3 pm
  optional computer lab from 3-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (downstairs Computer Training Lab)

• Make Your Own Sewing Bag! (ages 8-12 with accompanying adult)

  Sewing class for girls and boys! Bring your own sewing machine. You must know how to thread it. Children will learn basic sewing and ironing techniques and safe operation of a sewing machine. Call the library for supplies needed. Space is limited: pre-registration is required.
  Saturday, March 13 from 10 am - 12 pm
  Battle Ground Community Library

• Crafting Cover Letters (Get Job Help @ Your Library)

  You need the right attention-grabbing introduction to help your resume get a second look. A finely-tooled cover letter, targeted to the employer's requirements, is the way to get your foot in the door. In this class, you will learn how to tailor your cover letter to each job you seek. Tour library tools and resources that can help you write an excellent cover letter every time.
  Tuesday, March 16 from 2-3 pm
  optional computer lab from 3-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (downstairs Computer Training Lab)

• Dolly Dessert

  Parade your favorite stuffed animal, doll or action figure right through the library. Enjoy guest storytellers bringing the magic of books to life. Refreshments and door prizes. Music provided by Opus School of Music.
  Tuesday, March 16 at 6 pm
  Ridgefield Community Center (next to the library)

• Teen Movie Night (ages 12-19)

  Snacks! Soda! Call the library for movie title.
  Friday, March 19 at 7 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• An Apple a Day…A Tribute to Johnny Appleseed

  Join us for apple crafts and more! All ages are welcome.
  Saturday, March 20 from 3:00-4:30 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• May's Vote

  Learn about two fascinating women from Washington's past and their efforts to win the vote for women in Washington State in 1910 in this living history presentation of Emma Smith DeVoe and May Arkwright Hutton. Underwritten by Soroptimists of Mt. Adams.
  Tuesday, March 30 at 7 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library