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Words Tech Petting Zoo

Family STEM Lab: Tech Petting Zoo at Fourth Plain Community Commons

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-site
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Library Branch: Off-site
Age Group: Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Games or Fun, STEM/Technology
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Come play with different STEAM-focused learning tools. Practice engineering, coding, robot programming skills and more.

For ages 3–19.

This program made possible through generous support from the Pacific Power Foundation.

Capitol building with waving flags

Washington State Civics 101

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Columbia Room at Vancouver Community Library
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Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Community/Civic Engagement, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Want to know how a bill becomes a law in Washington State? Join us for a workshop exploring the legislative process. Learn about the three branches of state government and discover how to track bills and participate in the legislative process.

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Alzheimer's Association Series: Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room (WD) at Woodland Community Library
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Library Branch: Woodland Community Library
Room: Community Room (WD)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

For centuries, we have known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. Now, science is able to provide insights into how to optimize our physical and cognitive health as we age.

Photo of capitol building and waving flag

Washington State Civics 101

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at Three Creeks Community Library
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Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Community/Civic Engagement, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Want to know how a bill becomes a law in Washington State? Join us for a workshop exploring the legislative process. Learn about the three branches of state government and discover how to track bills and participate in the legislative process.

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STEM Petting Zoo

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Goldendale Community Library
Library Branch: Goldendale Community Library
Room: Camplan Community Room
Age Group: Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Come play with different STEAM-focused learning tools. Practice engineering, coding, robot programming skills and more!

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.

Planet Tea Lights

11:00am - 5:00pm
Tweens
Yacolt Library Express
Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Create your own glowing mini solar system! Design swirling gas giants or rocky worlds, then light them up with LED tea lights for a stunning display.

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.

STEM Petting Zoo

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Battle Ground Community Library
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Room: Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room
Age Group: Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Come play with different STEAM-focused learning tools. Practice engineering, coding, robot programming skills and more!

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 & Tweens STEM Lab: Space Lander Challenge

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids, Tweens
Washougal Community Library
Library Branch: Washougal Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Can you design a space lander that will keep an alien safe during a crash landing? Using everyday materials, you'll build and test your landing pod - just like real NASA engineers designing spacecraft! 

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.

Reptile man

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Tweens
Goldendale Community Library
Library Branch: Goldendale Community Library
Room: Camplan Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Slither, crawl, and leap into the world of reptiles! The Reptile Man brings amazing live creatures from around the globe, sharing fun facts, expert knowledge, and a bit of humor in this wild and unforgettable show.

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.

Planet Tea Lights

2:30pm - 5:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Yale Valley Community Library
Library Branch: Yale Valley Community Library
Room: Community Room (YV)
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Create your own glowing mini solar system! Design swirling gas giants or rocky worlds, then light them up with LED tea lights for a stunning display.

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.

75th Anniversary Celebration: Reptile Man

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Stevenson Community Library
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 75th Anniversary, Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Celebrate FVRLibraries’ 75th anniversary with a special presentation from the Reptile Man. Slither, crawl, and leap into the world of reptiles!

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 & Tweens Build It: Space Lander Challenge

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Kids, Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Can you design a space lander that will keep an alien safe during a crash landing? Using everyday materials, you'll build and test your landing pod—just like real NASA engineers designing spacecraft! 

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.

Teen Hangout: Deep Space Adventure - Choose Your Own Mission

4:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun
Event Details:

Embark on an interstellar journey where you make the choices in this live-action space survival game! Inspired by the Oregon Trail, you'll navigate challenges, gather supplies, and see if your crew can complete the mission.

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.

Planet Tea Lights

11:30am - 12:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Ridgefield Community Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Room: Allene Wodaege Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Create your own glowing mini solar system! Design swirling gas giants or rocky worlds, then light them up with LED tea lights for a stunning display.

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.

Art of Henna with Anjali

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens
Goldendale Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Goldendale Community Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Presenter or Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rock your own Henna design! Dive into the art and culture of Henna and get a custom tattoo from Anjali. 

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.

Drop-In Dungeons: Learn to Play D&D and Other Fantasy Role-Playing Games

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Stevenson Community Library
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Class or Workshop, Games or Fun
Event Details:

DM Steve from Drop-In Dungeons PDX teaches everything you need to know to start playing the world's most popular role-playing games. dropindungeons.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.

Creature Teachers

10:00am - 11:30am
Kids, Tweens
Yacolt Library Express
Library Branch: Yacolt Library Express
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Performance or Celebration
Event Details:

Explore the weird, wonderful and wild world of the creepy crawlies and animals who tend to be unloved by society. Learn about these creatures and meet them up close!

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.

75th Anniversary Celebration: Reptile Man at the Farmers' Market

10:30am - 11:30am
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Ridgefield Community Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Room: Off-site - Ridgefield
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: 75th Anniversary, Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Games or Fun, Outreach, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Celebrate FVRLibraries’ 75th anniversary with a special presentation from the Reptile Man. Slither, crawl, and leap into the world of reptiles!

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.

Art of Henna with Anjali

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Battle Ground Community Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Room: Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Presenter or Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rock your own Henna design! Dive into the art and culture of Henna and get a custom tattoo from Anjali. 

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.

Reptile Man

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Kids, Tweens
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Slither, crawl, and leap into the world of reptiles! The Reptile Man brings amazing live creatures from around the globe, sharing fun facts, expert knowledge, and a bit of humor in this wild and unforgettable show.

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.

Teen Hangout: Deep Space Adventure - Choose Your Own Mission

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Teen Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun
Event Details:

Embark on an interstellar journey where you make the choices in this live-action space survival game! Inspired by the Oregon Trail, you'll navigate challenges, gather supplies, and see if your crew can complete the mission.

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.

Stunteddy's Flea Circus

9:30am - 10:15am
Kids, Tweens
Three Creeks Community Library
Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Courtyard - Three Creeks
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Performance or Celebration
Event Details:

Stunteddy and JuggleMania share amazing tricks and tons of giggles as they resurrect a 140 year old flea circus. 

jugglemania.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.

Stunteddy's Flea Circus

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Tweens
Three Creeks Community Library
Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Courtyard - Three Creeks
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Performance or Celebration
Event Details:

Stunteddy and JuggleMania share amazing tricks and tons of giggles as they resurrect a 140 year old flea circus. 

jugglemania.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.

Deep Space Adventure: Choose Your Own Mission

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Stevenson Community Library
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun
Event Details:

Embark on an interstellar journey where you make the choices in this live-action space survival game! Inspired by the Oregon Trail, you'll navigate challenges, gather supplies, and see if your crew can complete the mission.

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.

Rubber Duck Cosplay

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Tweens, Teens
Washougal Community Library
Library Branch: Washougal Community Library
Room: In Library - Washougal
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY
Event Details:

Give your rubber duck a whole new look with creative costumes and accessories! Design your own amazing rubber duck masterpieces with an original design or based on your favorite character.

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.

Museum of Curious Things

10:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Ridgefield Community Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Step into a world of wonder as you explore this mobile curiosity museum!

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.

Museum of Curious Things

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Cascade Park Community Library
Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Age Group: Kids, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Step into a world of wonder as you explore this mobile curiosity museum!

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.