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The Great Escape
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesCheck out bags of books, sacks of stories, and volumes of volumes from the Williams library branch Help the books escape the Williams branch of Josephine Community Library before Saturday, September 16 during The Great Escape. Next month, thousands of pounds of books must be moved to the new Williams library branch location which sits...
Adult crafting circle
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesBring your own creative project to work on and socialize with other local crafters. From seasoned makers to novice creators, all skill levels are welcome to enjoy this hour of uninterrupted creativity. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed to participate.
Williams branch is closed for move
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesThe current Williams branch located at 20695 Williams Highway will close on Monday, October 2 to move to the new location. The loan period on all items checked out from the Williams branch through October 1 is extended until Saturday, October 14 and can be returned to the new location.
New Williams branch grand opening
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesBe a part of library history! Community members are invited to the grand opening of the new Williams branch on Saturday, October 7 from 10 am–12 pm located at 158 Tetherow Road. Hear remarks from library leadership at 10:30 am. Be a part of the historical photo at 11 am. Tour the new branch. The...
WC The Great Book Grab
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesIn an effort to make space on the shelves for new materials, community members are invited to grow their at-home book collections during The Great Book Grab during open hours at the Wolf Creek branch. Participants will have a chance to “shop” The Great Book Grab’s selection and fill as many bags as they would...
GP Astronomy: Lunar and solar eclipses
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesGet ready for the October 14 annular eclipse! All ages are invited to join local expert Joe Stodola of the Grants Pass Astronomers Club to explore lunar and solar eclipses and how to safely observe them. During this program, participants will also learn about moon phases, types of full moons, and other observable lunar phenomena....
WC Astronomy: Lunar and solar eclipses
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesGet ready for the October 14 annular eclipse! All ages are invited to join local expert Joe Stodola of the Grants Pass Astronomers Club to explore lunar and solar eclipses and how to safely observe them. During this program, participants will also learn about moon phases, types of full moons, and other observable lunar phenomena....
GP Gardens for Everyone: Pollinators and habitat gardens
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesDuring this session of the Gardens for Everyone series, local expert Patrice Hanlon will teach participants about creating pollinator-friendly gardens. Leave with techniques, plant recommendations, and information about native bees and other pollinators that live in gardens. This program is offered in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank. Gardens for Everyone is offered at...
WC The Great Book Grab
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesIn an effort to make space on the shelves for new materials, community members are invited to grow their at-home book collections during The Great Book Grab during open hours at the Wolf Creek branch. Participants will have a chance to “shop” The Great Book Grab’s selection and fill as many bags as they would...
WMS Gardens for Everyone: Pollinators and habitat gardens
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesDuring this session of the Gardens for Everyone series, local expert Patrice Hanlon will teach participants about creating pollinator-friendly gardens. Leave with techniques, plant recommendations, and information about native bees and other pollinators that live in gardens. This program is offered in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank. Gardens for Everyone is offered at...
WWI: Art of WWI
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesTeens and adults are invited to join Grants Pass High School teacher and past Oregon History Teacher of the Year Lois MacMillan to explore World War I during this three-part series at the Grants Pass branch on Thursdays in November. To support the program series, community members are invited to view the “World War I...
Consider This: Getting Older and Staying Connected
OffsiteAging is a life-long experience that is both universal and different for everyone. Some people join new communities and friendships in old age, while others experience profound isolation. Generational divides, both real and perceived, can add to a sense of not belonging. Join us for a conversation with three people who work at the intersection...
CANCELLED WWI: Jazz and the 369th Infantry
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United States**UPDATE* | Due to illness, the Thursday, November 9 session of WWI with Lois MacMillan has been cancelled. Please join us the following Thursday, November 16 to continue the series. Thank you!** Teens and adults are invited to join Grants Pass High School teacher and past Oregon History Teacher of the Year Lois MacMillan to...
Closed for Veterans Day
All branchesAll library branches will be closed on Saturday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
WWI: Women, Jazz, and the 369th Infantry
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesTeens and adults are invited to join Grants Pass High School teacher and past Oregon History Teacher of the Year Lois MacMillan to explore World War I during this three-part series at the Grants Pass branch on Thursdays in November. To support the program series, community members are invited to view the “World War I...
The Village Healer’s Book of Cures
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin local author Jennifer Roberts for a discussion featuring her debut novel, The Village Healer’s Book of Cures. Afterward, head to Oregon Books & Games for a personal book signing event at 150 NE E St, Grants Pass. The Village Healer’s Book of Cures takes place in seventeenth-century England. A female healer enflames the fury...