Upcoming Events

East of the Sun and West of the Moon: Folktales from the Far East

All Day 6/15–8/31

Kids, Tweens

Online

Virtual Event

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Kids, Tweens

Program Type: Performance or Celebration

Event Details:

Mukashi, mukashi! Journey to the Far East with storyteller Alton Takiyama-Chung as he brings to life folktales from across Asia—timeless stories of adventure, wisdom, and wonder.

altonchung.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.

Space Origami with Yuki

All Day 6/15–8/31

Kids, Tweens

Online

Virtual Event

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Kids, Tweens

Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Performance or Celebration

Event Details:

Blast off into creativity! Join Yuki Martin and fold along as you create origami figures inspired by space.

https://yukiorigami.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.

Virtual Visit to Wolf Haven

All Day 6/15–8/31

Kids, Tweens

Online

Virtual Event

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Kids, Tweens

Program Type: Performance or Celebration

Event Details:

Take a virtual journey through the sanctuary, discover unique skull adaptations of Pacific Northwest mammals, and explore the blooming beauty of the Mima mound prairie.

wolfhaven.org

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 Spicy Romance Book Group

6:00pm–7:00pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Group

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for a lively discussion about this month’s title.

For adults 18+

Limited copies are available on a first come, first serve basis at the library. You can also check the Libby App from Overdrive for the eBook or eAudio.

Register to receive the online link. If available, a copy of the title will be sent to the Library that is most convenient for you.

The July monthly pick is The Road of Bones by Demi Winters.

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.

Independence Day Closure

All Day

All Branches

Closing

Branches:

Operations Center, Battle Ground Community Library, Cascade Park Community Library, Goldendale Community Library, Goldendale/Klickitat Bookmobile, La Center Community Library, North Bonneville Community Library, Ridgefield Community Library, Skamania/Klickitat Bookmobile, Stevenson Community Library, Three Creeks Community Library, Vancouver Community Library, Vancouver Mall Library, Washougal Community Library, White Salmon Valley Community Library, Woodland Community Library, Yacolt Library Express, Yale Valley Community Library, Online, Off-site

Description:

All FVRLibraries are closed in observance of Independence Day, but many resources and services are available on our website 24/7.

Adult Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

6:00pm–8:00pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition for Grown-Ups.

For adults 18+

After you register fill out a Google Character Creation Form so that we can send you your pre-generated character. We will send you a link to the virtual ev

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.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Tweens, Teens

Online

Waitlist

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Waitlist

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

For ages 9–19.

Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.

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

5:30pm–7:00pm

Adults

Off-site

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

5:45pm–6:45pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

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.

Kids Create

11:00am–5:00pm

Kids

Yacolt Library Express

Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY

Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill.

For ages 5–9.

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 Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Heroes Unlimited.

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.

Board Game Social Club: Online

6:00pm–7:00pm

Teens, Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Learn to play popular games using Board Game Arena. We welcome beginning and experienced players.

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.

Kids Book Group: Online

4:00pm–5:00pm

Kids

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Book Group

Registration Required

Event Details:

Are you ready for chapter books? Grab an adult to join you and come ready to discuss, have fun and make new friends.

For ages 5–9.

Limited copies are available on a first come, first serve basis at the library.

In July we'll be discussing

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.

Friends of Yacolt Library Express Monthly Meeting

9:30am–10:30am

Adults

Yacolt Library Express

Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Friends or Foundation, Meeting

Event Details:

Looking for a fun way to support your library? Join the Friends of the Library and attend this regular meeting.

Meetings are held at an off-site location. Please call (360) 906-4742, for the address.

Note

This is a Friends of the Library event. The Friends group is an independent fund-raising organization under the umbrella of the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation, which is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, working to support Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries through funding, advocacy and volunteer support.

Este es un evento Friends of the Library (Amigos de la biblioteca). El grupo Friends es una organización benéfica independiente en el marco de Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation (Fundación de Bibliotecas Regionales de Fort Vancouver) , registrada como organización sin fines de lucro 501(c)(3), que opera en respaldo de las Bibliotecas Regionales de Fort Vancouver mediante la recaudación de fondos, servicios de defensoría y apoyo voluntario.

Kids Create

11:00am–5:00pm

Kids

Yacolt Library Express

Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY

Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill.

For ages 5–9.

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.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Tweens, Teens

Online

Waitlist

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Waitlist

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

For ages 9–19.

Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.

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.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Tweens, Teens

Online

Waitlist

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Waitlist

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

For ages 9–19.

Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.

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

5:30pm–7:00pm

Adults

Off-site

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

5:45pm–6:45pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

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.

Space Painting

11:00am–5:00pm

Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens

Yacolt Library Express

Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express

Age Group: Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens

Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY

Event Details:

Shake, rattle and roll your way through making your own galaxy and aliens! Get creative with a variety of space-themed art techniques while you explore the colors and textures from around the universe.

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 Classics Book Group: Online

7:00pm–8:30pm

Adults

Online

Open

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Open

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Group

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for a lively discussion about this month’s title.

For adults 18+

Limited copies are available on a first come, first serve basis at the library. You can also check the Libby App from Overdrive for the eBook or eAudio.

Register to receive the online link. If available, a copy of the title will be sent to the Library that is most convenient for you.

This month we will read Ten Days in a Mad-House by Nellie Bly.

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.

Kids Create

11:00am–5:00pm

Kids

Yacolt Library Express

Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY

Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill.

For ages 5–9.

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.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Tweens, Teens

Online

Waitlist

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Waitlist

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

For ages 9–19.

Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.

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.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure: Online

4:30pm–6:30pm

Tweens, Teens

Online

Waitlist

Registration Required

Virtual Event

Waitlist

Library Branch: Online

Age Group: Tweens, Teens

Program Type: Games or Fun

Registration Required

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story.

For ages 9–19.

Whether you are wanting to learn or an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

This 12 week-long season will play through the Sunless Citadel adventure.

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.

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