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English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Three Creeks Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided.

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Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Intermediate Class

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Plant Identification for Non-Botanists

Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Columbia Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Age Group:
Adults

No botany degree? No problem! Join Master Naturalist Rebecca Lexa as she shares beginner-friendly tools and skills for identifying plants wherever you may be.

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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

No botany degree? No problem! Join Master Naturalist Rebecca Lexa as she shares beginner-friendly tools and skills for identifying plants wherever you may be.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

The Craft of Writing: Writing Workshop and Book Group

Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Book Group, Class or Workshop, Hybrid (in-person and online)
Age Group:
Adults

How does one get their story on the page? This workshopping and discussion group will provide an exploration of the craft of writing.

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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Group, Class or Workshop, Hybrid (in-person and online)
Event Details:

How does one get their story on the page? This workshopping and discussion group will provide an exploration of the craft of writing.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language / Inglés como Segundo Idioma / Английский как второй язык

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gallery - Stevenson at Stevenson Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

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Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Woodland Writers Group

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room (WD) at Woodland Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

The Woodland Writers Group exists for the benefit of writers of all genres, from flash fiction, poetry, and screenplays to memoirs, novels, hybrid works and beyond.

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Library Branch: Woodland Community Library
Room: Community Room (WD)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Meeting
Event Details:

The Woodland Writers Group exists for the benefit of writers of all genres, from flash fiction, poetry, and screenplays to memoirs, novels, hybrid works and beyond.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle

Friday, August 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Line Dancing

Monday, August 11, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Cascade Park Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Games or Fun, Health/Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Get your dancing shoes on—or really any shoe, boot, slipper that you can find, and join us as we learn line dances for fun and exercise.

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Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Games or Fun, Health/Wellness
Event Details:

Get your dancing shoes on—or really any shoe, boot, slipper that you can find, and join us as we learn line dances for fun and exercise.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Beginner Class

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

View Details
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle at Fourth Plain Commons

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning, Outreach

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult ASL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Online
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - ASL:

Practice signing American Sign Language (ASL)  in a group setting, led by a fluent ASL signer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough comm...

The link to join the event will be emailed to registrants. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. 

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Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice signing American Sign Language (ASL)  in a group setting, led by a fluent ASL signer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in ASL and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources 

The link to join the event will be emailed to registrants. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. 

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle / Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Battle Ground Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

View Details
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Large Study Room at Ridgefield Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

View Details
Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Room: Large Study Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language photo

English as a Second Language (ESL)

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Three Creeks Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided.

View Details
Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries. Textbook and materials are provided.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Intermediate Class

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

View Details
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Forests, Fire Ecology, and Climate Change

Wednesday, August 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Cascade Park Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Age Group:
Adults

Learn skills and tools to help you identify common edible mushrooms and plants. We’ll also cover some poisonous species, safety, ethics, and other topics surrounding foraging. 

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Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Learn skills and tools to help you identify common edible mushrooms and plants. We’ll also cover some poisonous species, safety, ethics, and other topics surrounding foraging. 

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Genealogy Group

Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
La Center Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Meeting
Age Group:
Adults

Come learn about your family history along with fellow genealogy enthusiasts. This informal group meets on the second Thursday of each month.  

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Library Branch: La Center Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Meeting
Event Details:

Come learn about your family history along with fellow genealogy enthusiasts. This informal group meets on the second Thursday of each month.  

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Photo of Angel Ocasio and balloons

Teen Comedy Workshop / Taller de comedia para adolescentes

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gallery - Stevenson at Stevenson Community Library
Program Type:
Summer at Your Library, Class or Workshop, En Español, Presenter or Speaker
Age Group:
Teens

Nationally recognized as a top physical comedian in the Pacific Northwest, Angel Ocasio shares tips and tricks on how to be funny. ocomedy.com

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Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Class or Workshop, En Español, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Nationally recognized as a top physical comedian in the Pacific Northwest, Angel Ocasio shares tips and tricks on how to be funny. ocomedy.com

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle

Friday, August 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

View Details
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Poetry Writing Workshop

Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Cascade Park Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Hybrid (in-person and online)
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join Clark County Poet Laureate Susan Dingle for a generative writing workshop in which we will experiment with a variety of prompts to encourage creativity and self-expression.

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Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Hybrid (in-person and online)
Event Details:

Join Clark County Poet Laureate Susan Dingle for a generative writing workshop in which we will experiment with a variety of prompts to encourage creativity and self-expression.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

English as a Second Language (ESL): Beginner Class

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Klickitat Room at Vancouver Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Klickitat Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Event Details:

Improve your English language reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classes are hosted by a TESOL* certified instructor from Goodwill Industries.

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle at Fourth Plain Commons

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Off-site
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning, Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning, Outreach

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult ASL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 5:45pm - 6:45pm
Online
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - ASL:

Practice signing American Sign Language (ASL)  in a group setting, led by a fluent ASL signer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough comm...

The link to join the event will be emailed to registrants. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. 

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Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Registration Required
Event Details:

Practice signing American Sign Language (ASL)  in a group setting, led by a fluent ASL signer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in ASL and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources 

The link to join the event will be emailed to registrants. You will need a computer, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. 

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.

Adult English Conversation Circle / Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Battle Ground Community Library
Program Type:
Class or Workshop, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
Adult Conversation Circle - English:

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.For adults 18+To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the langu...

View Details
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Language Learning

Practice speaking English in a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

  • Introduce yourself
  • Discuss topics related to your life
  • Express ideas and ask simple questions
  • Follow discussions on a variety of topics
  • Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in the language and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are NOT formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

 

Círculo de conversación en inglés para adultos

Practique inglés en grupo, dirigido por un voluntario angloparlante.

Para mayores de 18 años.

Para participar en los Círculos de conversación, debe tener un dominio suficiente de la lengua para poder:

  • Presentarse
  • Debatir temas relacionados con su vida
  • Expresar ideas y formular preguntas sencillas
  • Seguir los debates sobre diversos temas
  • Participar con confianza en el debate

No es necesario que converse completamente sin errores en inglés y es posible que tenga algunas lagunas en su vocabulario. Los Círculos de conversación NO son clases formales de idiomas.

¿Necesita ayuda para empezar o mejorar sus conocimientos? Consulte estos recursos de forma gratuita con su carné de la biblioteca. Recursos para el aprendizaje de idiomas

Note

Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Special accommodations may be requested using our Disability Accommodation Request Form no later than 15 days prior to the event.

Los eventos y programas de la biblioteca están abiertos al público y se brindan sin costo. Se pueden solicitar adaptaciones especiales utilizando nuestro formulario de solicitud de adaptaciones para personas con discapacidades (en inglés) hasta 15 días antes del evento.