Events at Vancouver Community Library for the next month

• Children's Chess Mates

  All beginning level chess players from 7-19 years old can drop in for fun and interactive chess!
  Mondays from 4-5 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Chess Club

  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

• English Conversation Circle

  Practice speaking English in a comfortable setting. No registration required and everyone is welcome. Children's activities are provided. For more information, call Amy L. at (360) 699-8831.
  Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• English Conversation Circle

  Practice speaking English in a comfortable setting. No registration required and everyone is welcome. Children's activities are provided. For more information, call Amy L. at (360) 699-8831.
  Tuesdays from 10 to 11:30 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Preschool Storytime at Vancouver

  June 23 through July 30 for both days of the week. Stories and activities for children ages 3-6 years.
  Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Free Email

  Registration required. Call (360) 695-1566 to register.
  Tuesday, July 7 from 2-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Tiny Tots Storytime at Vancouver

  Last program July 29. Storytime for ages 12-24 months with parent or caregiver.
  Wednesdays at 10:30 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Internet Basics

  Registration required. Call (360) 695-1566 to register.
  Wednesday, July 8 from 2-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Game Modeling Mayhem / Workshop for Teens (ages 12-19)

  Join us for a two-session hands-on modeling workshop with Tinderbox Entertainment founder Kyle Rhone. Each participant will have the opportunity to create their own 3D video game model using innovative software and the latest technology. Call (360) 699-8857 to register in advance.
  Wednesdays, July 1 and 8, 3-5 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (Training Lab)

• "Extreme Reads" Book Discussion Group: Vancouver

  Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science by Atul Gawande.
  Wednesday, July 8 at 6:30 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (Library Hall)

• Toddler Storytime at Vancouver

  Last program July 30. Stories and activities for children 24-36 months with accompanying adult.
  Thursdays at 11 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Discussion Junction (ages 9-12 years with accompanying adult)

  Petey by Ben Mikaelsen. No older or younger children siblings, please.
  Each month a free copy of the next month's "book of the month" will be given to those attending to keep.
  Thursday, July 9 from 6:30-7:45 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Teen 'Scape (ages 12-19)

  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, Rock Band, food, fun and friends.
  Fridays from 3-5 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• "Bugs and Burns and Barbeques, Oh My! Natural Tips for Summertime Health"

  Join naturopathic physician Dr. Zora DeGrandpre for an informative discussion of seasonal health issues including allergies, sunburn, insect bites, poison ivy and much more.
  Saturday, July 11 at noon
  Vancouver Community Library

• Children's Chess Mates

  All beginning level chess players from 7-19 years old can drop in for fun and interactive chess!
  Mondays from 4-5 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Chess Club

  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

• Preschool Storytime at Vancouver

  June 23 through July 30 for both days of the week. Stories and activities for children ages 3-6 years.
  Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Teens Read (ages 12-19)

  Things Not Seen by Andrew Clements.
  Tuesday, July 14 at 6:30 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Tiny Tots Storytime at Vancouver

  June 24 through July 29. Storytime for ages 12-24 months with parent or caregiver.
  Wednesdays at 10:30 am
  Vancouver Community Library

• Author Visit - Jill Kelly

  Oregon author, Jill Kelly, will discuss her book, "Sober Truths: The Making of an Honest Woman." Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
  Wednesday, July 15 at 6:30 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (Library Hall)

• Forum at the Library and League of Women Voters present "Candidates for Vancouver City Council"

  Position 1: Jack Burkman, Bart Hansen, John Jenkins, Bill Turlay
  Position 2: David Michael Heywood, Jeanne E. Stewart
  Position 3: Jeanne Harris, Don Houston, Anne McEnerny-Ogle
  Moderator: Betty Sue Morris
  Thursday, July 16 at 7 pm
  Community Room, Clark Public Utilities (1200 Ft. Vancouver Way, Vancouver)

• Nonprofit Research Free Class

  Learn to use the Foundation Directory Online and other electronic resources to research possible grantmakers for nonprofit organizations. Class is free but registration is required. Call (360) 695-1566.
  Monday, July 20 from 11:30 am - 1 pm
  Vancouver Community Library (downstairs training lab)

• Getting More Out of Google

  Registration required. Call (360) 695-1566 to register.
  Tuesday, July 21 from 2-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Find Information: Online Shopping

  Registration required. Call (360) 695-1566 to register.
  Wednesday, July 22 from 2-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Vancouver YAAB

  Teens, help plan programs and events for your peers by joining your branch's Young Adult Advisory Board. Bring your friends and make new friends. For ages 12-19. Downstairs in Library Hall.
  Wednesday, July 22 at 4:30 pm
  Vancouver 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, July 15. Call (360) 699-8857 to sign up.
  Wednesday, July 22 from 5-7 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Internet Basics

  Registration required. Call (360) 695-1566 to register.
  Thursday, July 23 from 2-4 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Book Talk (ages 6-9 years with accompanying adult)

  Stuart Little by E.B. White.
  Thursday, July 23 at 6:30 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Forum at the Library and League of Women Voters present "Candidates for Vancouver Mayor"

  Mayoral Candidates: Tim Leavitt, Royce E. Pollard, Charlie Stemper
  Moderator: Byron Hanke
  Thursday, July 23 at 7 pm
  Community Room, Clark Public Utilities (1200 Ft. Vancouver Way, Vancouver)

• Book Discussion Group: Vancouver

  The Robber Bride by Margaret Atwood
  Tuesday, July 28 at 7 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• So You Want To Be A Rock Star? (ages 12-19)

  Musician/producer Tyler Chen will discuss finding the right musicians, songwriting, recording, creating a press kit, booking shows, promotions, networking and finding endorsements.
  Wednesday, July 29 from 6:30-7:30 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• Tweens (NOT TEENS) 'Scape (ages 9-12 years)

  Tween 'Scape is a relaxing time to kick back, have fun and meet other tweens in our community. Fun-loving tweens are welcome to join us for Dance Dance Revolution, Guitar Hero, Rock Bank, snacks, fun and friends.
  Friday, July 31 from 1-3 pm
  Vancouver Community Library