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Master Gardener Series: Hostas - Your Answer to Color in the Shade Garden

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Allene Wodaege Community Room at Ridgefield Community Library
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Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Room: Allene Wodaege Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
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Think you can't have color in your shade garden? You bet you can! Join Master Gardener John Wecks for a presentation on hostas, a variable and surprisingly colorful shade plant that thrives in the PNW.

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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.

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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
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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.

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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
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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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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.

Geology Rocks!

9:30am - 10:30am
Kids, Tweens
Three Creeks Community Library
Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Courtyard - Three Creeks
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Presenter or Speaker, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Explore the world of rocks and minerals through hands on learning. Take core samples, see a volcano erupt, create a rock pet 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.

Geology Rocks!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Tweens
Three Creeks Community Library
Library Branch: Three Creeks Community Library
Room: Courtyard - Three Creeks
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Presenter or Speaker, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Explore the world of rocks and minerals through hands on learning. Take core samples, see a volcano erupt, create a rock pet 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.

Art of Henna with Roving Horse Henna

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Cascade Park Community Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ever wondered about the beautiful designs you see in henna art? Join Roving Horse Henna to explore the history, culture, and science behind henna. Plus, everyone gets a beautiful henna adornment and aftercare tips! 

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

10:00am - 11:00am
Kids, Tweens
La Center Community Library
Library Branch: La Center Community Library
Room: Lawn - La Center
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.

Reptile Man

11:00am - 12:00pm
Kids, Tweens
Yale Valley Community Library
Library Branch: Yale Valley Community Library
Room: Community Room (YV)
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.

Science + Stories = Science Heroes

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Kids, Tweens
Stevenson Community Library
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Join the Science Heroes on a mission! Explore the science all around us with exciting experiments and interactive stories. https://www.thescienceheroes.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.

Origami Toys

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, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Fold, play, and create! Join Yuki Martin and learn how to make fun, interactive origami toys that move, spin, and transform. 

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.

Creature Teachers

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kids, Tweens, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker
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.

Cybersecurity 101

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Cascade Park Community Library
Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Join us to learn cybersecurity tips and tricks. This session will include a 45-minute presentation on what to look out for to protect yourself from scams online followed by a 45-minute question and answer session with HP volunteers. 

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.

Ecopsychology for Everyone

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Cascade Park Community Library
Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Nature is good for you, but did you ever wonder why?

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.

Beginner's Guide to Investing

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Battle Ground Community Library
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Room: Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Join Holly Blanchette, Financial Advisor with Edward Jones, for an informational presentation on the basics of investing. 

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.

Origami Toys

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Tweens
Woodland Community Library
Library Branch: Woodland Community Library
Room: Community Room (WD)
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Fold, play, and create! Join Yuki Martin and learn how to make fun, interactive origami toys that move, spin, and transform. 

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.

Plant Identification for Non-Botanists

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Stevenson Community Library
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
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.

Art of Henna with Anjali

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Stevenson Community Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Stevenson Community Library
Room: Gallery - Stevenson
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.

Program funded by the Friends of Stevenson Community Library.

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 Comedy Workshop / Taller de comedia para adolescentes

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Vancouver Community Library
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
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.

Cowlitz County Master Gardener Series: Seed Saving Part 2 (Late Summer)

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults
Woodland Community Library
Library Branch: Woodland Community Library
Room: Community Room (WD)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Do you have a favorite tomato, pepper, or other veggie that you like so well you'd like to grow it again? WSU Master Gardener Alice Slusher will explain about gathering and storing seeds for next year 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.

Origami Toys

10:30am - 11:30am
Kids, Tweens
Ridgefield Community Library
Library Branch: Ridgefield Community Library
Room: Children's Area - Ridgefield
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Fold, play, and create! Join Yuki Martin and learn how to make fun, interactive origami toys that move, spin, and transform. 

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.

Financial Literacy: Budgeting

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Adults
Vancouver Community Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Vancouver Community Library
Room: Columbia Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Hybrid (in-person and online), Presenter or Speaker
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the facts about money with Financial Advisor Ida West. This session will include Tracking Your Spending, Understanding Expenses, Wants vs Needs and Making a Budget Work for You.

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.

Hula Aloha: Dance & Culture of Hawaii

9:30am - 10:30am
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, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Celebrate the vibrant culture of Hawaii through language, music, and hula!

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.

Hula Aloha: Dance & Culture of Hawaii

11:00am - 12:00pm
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, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Celebrate the vibrant culture of Hawaii through language, music, and hula!

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.

Master Gardener Series: Pollinator Posse Workshop

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Battle Ground Community Library
Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Room: Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts/DIY, Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

Join us for an eye-opening presentation on Washington State’ s incredible pollinators!

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.

Science + Stories = Science Heroes

11:00am - 11:45am
Kids, Tweens
Cascade Park Community Library
Library Branch: Cascade Park Community Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Tweens
Program Type: Summer at Your Library, Games or Fun, Presenter or Speaker, STEM/Technology
Event Details:

Join the Science Heroes on a mission! Explore the science all around us with exciting experiments and interactive stories. https://www.thescienceheroes.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.