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Creature Teachers

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Yacolt Library Express
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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!

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75th Anniversary Celebration: Reptile Man at the Farmers Market

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Off-site - Ridgefield at Ridgefield Community Library
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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!

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Art of Henna with Anjali

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room at Battle Ground Community Library
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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. 

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Stunteddy's Flea Circus

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Courtyard - Three Creeks at Three Creeks Community Library
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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

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Community Conversation

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room at Battle Ground Community Library
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Library Branch: Battle Ground Community Library
Room: Meyer Memorial Trust Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community/Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Join a Community Conversation to share what the library means to you—and what you hope it will become. Your input will help shape the future of library spaces, services, and priorities across the district.

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Growing Through the Seasons: Drought Tolerance and Gardening Q&A

10:00am–11:30am
Adults
Goldendale Community Library
Library Branch: Goldendale Community Library
Room: Camplan Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class or Workshop, Health/Wellness, Hybrid (in-person and online), Presenter or Speaker
Event Details:

From garden planning to transplanting to drought tolerance, foraging, harvesting and saving seeds, follow this series through the seasons to learn how to grow and be self-sustaining. 

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
Open
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.

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.

Birdwatching for Beginners

11:00am–1:00pm
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:

Learn the skills and tools to know what to pay attention to when you see a new bird and how to figure out what species it is. We’ll also cover bird feeders and great places to go birdwatching.

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

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
Open
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, 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
Open
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.