Teens/Tweens
Life Happens: Your resume for the job – WMS
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesFrom building the perfect resume and cover letter to social media and web applications, master the job hunt with local expert, Teresa Stover. During this program learn about formatting a great resume and cover letter, including buzzwords to increase chances of getting an interview. Gain tips for improving your social media presence and leave with...
Life Happens: Your resume for the job – GP
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesFrom building the perfect resume and cover letter to social media and web applications, master the job hunt with local expert, Teresa Stover. During this program learn about formatting a great resume and cover letter, including buzzwords to increase chances of getting an interview. Gain tips for improving your social media presence and leave with...
Wolf Creek branch is CLOSED
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesThe Wolf Creek branch is closed today due to weather and road conditions.
IV Only Hope: A survivor’s story of the Holocaust
Illinois Valley 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, United StatesBefore she died in 1974, Felicia Bornstein Lubliner wrote about her internment in ghettos and concentration camps in Nazi-occupied Poland, powerful stories published by her son. During this program, Irving Lubliner, will share excerpts from his book, Only Hope: A Survivor’s Stories of the Holocaust, shedding light on his mother’s fortitude and resilient spirit.Participants will...
GP Only Hope: A survivor’s stories of the Holocaust
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesBefore she died in 1974, Felicia Bornstein Lubliner wrote about her internment in ghettos and concentration camps in Nazi-occupied Poland, powerful stories published by her son. During this program, Irving Lubliner, will share excerpts from his book, Only Hope: A Survivor’s Stories of the Holocaust, shedding light on his mother’s fortitude and resilient spirit. Participants...
Williams branch closed
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesThe Williams branch is closed today for staff training. Regular hours will resume tomorrow, March 24. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Wolf Creek branch closed
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesThe Wolf Creek branch will close at 1 pm Friday, March 24 for staff training. We apologize for any inconvenience and will resume normal hours on Saturday.
GP Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Astrology Explained
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin local expert Joe Stodola of the Grants Pass Astronomers Club to explore telescopes, astrophotography, stellar evolution, and more. Then, dive into the history and lore of astrology during this all-ages program. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed to participate.
Grants Pass branch is CLOSED
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesThe Grants Pass branch of Josephine Community Library will be closed for Boatnik on Saturday, May 27.
WMS Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Astrology Explained
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesJoin local expert Joe Stodola of the Grants Pass Astronomers Club to explore telescopes, astrophotography, stellar evolution, and more. Then, dive into the history and lore of astrology during this all-ages program. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed to participate.
Summer Reading Program “Craftivities”
All branchesDrop-in to your preferred branch on any open day between 1–4 pm during the Summer Reading Program for weekly themed crafts and activities for children and teens.
GP The Traveling Crew
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United States“The Traveling Crew” led by local artists Bobbi Kidder and Ed Gangner will present an interactive performance that includes story, music, and movement for children and their families at the Grants Pass and Williams library branches. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed...
WMS The Traveling Crew
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United States“The Traveling Crew” led by local artists Bobbi Kidder and Ed Gangner will present an interactive performance that includes story, music, and movement for children and their families at the Grants Pass and Williams library branches. This program is offered at no charge and is open to the public. A library card is not needed...
GP Songwriting workshop
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesDuring this workshop, local artist Coleman Antonucci will play original tunes and describe the various processes and motivations that helped him throughout the creative process. After that, participants will have a chance to develop and fine-tune their own songs. A variety of instruments will be available for participant use. This program is offered at no...
WMS Songwriting Workshop
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesDuring this workshop, local artist Coleman Antonucci will play original tunes and describe the various processes and motivations that helped him throughout the creative process. After that, participants will have a chance to develop and fine-tune their own songs. Some instruments will be available for participant use. This program is offered at no charge and...
LEGO Club
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin us for LEGO Club the last Saturday of each month at the Grants Pass branch. Families are invited to drop in anytime between 1 to 2 pm to build and play. LEGOs and blocks are available for all ages and skill levels. This program is offered at no charge and open to the public....
Closed for Independence Day
All branchesAll library branches will closed on Tuesday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.
GP Wayward Girls of the Rogue Valley
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin Southern Oregon Historical Society’s archivist Jan Wright to explore the lives of Mattie Sisley, Sadie Hudson, and Ida Griner who lived in Jackson County from the 1880s to the 1920s and went astray from societal norms. Wright will talk about the contributing factors of the girls’ delinquency and attempted reforms to their behavior through...
IV Wayward Girls of the Rogue Valley
Illinois Valley 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, United StatesJoin Southern Oregon Historical Society’s archivist Jan Wright to explore the lives of Mattie Sisley, Sadie Hudson, and Ida Griner who lived in Jackson County from the 1880s to the 1920s and went astray from societal norms. Wright will talk about the contributing factors of the girls’ delinquency and attempted reforms to their behavior through...
Everyday Civics for Youth
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesWhat is civic engagement? Why and how do we participate? Teens are invited to meet local elected officials and get these questions answered at a program facilitated by our local YMCA. Learn about the year-round YMCA Youth & Government program where teens have the opportunity to represent their community through model government, leadership, professional development...
History of Grants Pass BearFest
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin local artist Bob Eding to learn about the history of the Grants Pass public art installation known as “BearFest.” BearFest is a beloved community art project that showcases the talent of southern Oregon artists. Originally created in 2003, Evergreen Federal Bank introduced BearFest with 20 life-sized, fiberglass bears displayed as public artwork throughout downtown...
GP Bugs-R-US
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesReptiles and amphibians Back by popular demand, the Bugs-R-Us team brings us Reptiles and Amphibians this summer. Learn about life cycles and explore the role that reptiles and amphibians play in the environment. Children and families will also have a chance to meet live animals including a box turtle, bearded dragon lizard, and various frogs....
GP Bugs-R-US
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesReptiles and amphibians Back by popular demand, the Bugs-R-Us team brings us Reptiles and Amphibians this summer. Learn about life cycles and explore the role that reptiles and amphibians play in the environment. Children and families will also have a chance to meet live animals including a box turtle, bearded dragon lizard, and various frogs....
WMS Bugs-R-US
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesReptiles and amphibians Back by popular demand, the Bugs-R-Us team brings us Reptiles and Amphibians this summer. Learn about life cycles and explore the role that reptiles and amphibians play in the environment. Children and families will also have a chance to meet live animals including a box turtle, bearded dragon lizard, and various frogs....
IV Bugs-R-US
Illinois Valley 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, United StatesReptiles and amphibians Back by popular demand, the Bugs-R-Us team brings us Reptiles and Amphibians this summer. Learn about life cycles and explore the role that reptiles and amphibians play in the environment. Children and families will also have a chance to meet live animals including a box turtle, bearded dragon lizard, and various frogs....
WC Bugs-R-US
Wolf Creek 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, United StatesReptiles and amphibians Back by popular demand, the Bugs-R-Us team brings us Reptiles and Amphibians this summer. Learn about life cycles and explore the role that reptiles and amphibians play in the environment. Children and families will also have a chance to meet live animals including a box turtle, bearded dragon lizard, and various frogs....
GP Teen/young adult book club
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesThe summer book club pick for teens is Set in Stone by local author Frank Morin. Borrow it with your library card or pick up a copy to keep from any branch. Join us at the end of Summer Reading Program as we share opinions, ask questions, and explore deeper meanings of the book.
WMS Teen/young adult book club
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesThe summer book club pick for teens is Set in Stone by local author Frank Morin. Borrow it with your library card or pick up a copy to keep from any branch. Join us at the end of Summer Reading Program as we share opinions, ask questions, and explore deeper meanings of the book.
GP All ages story hour
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesCommunity members of all ages are invited to hear local storyteller Georgia Churchill. Georgia is an Illinois Valley local with over 40 years of storytelling experience. She uses the Viola Spolin method of improvisation and enjoys researching the history, locations, and cultures behind the tales she tells. This event is part of the 2023 Summer...
WMS All ages story hour
Williams 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, United StatesCommunity members of all ages are invited to hear local storyteller Georgia Churchill. Georgia is an Illinois Valley local with over 40 years of storytelling experience. She uses the Viola Spolin method of improvisation and enjoys researching the history, locations, and cultures behind the tales she tells. This event is part of the 2023 Summer...
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...
LEGO Club
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin us for LEGO Club the last Saturday of each month at the Grants Pass branch. Families are invited to drop in anytime between 1 to 2 pm to build and play. LEGOs and blocks are available for all ages and skill levels. This program is offered at no charge and open to the public....
LEGO Club
Grants Pass 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, United StatesJoin us for LEGO Club the last Saturday of each month at the Grants Pass branch. Families are invited to drop in anytime between 1 to 2 pm to build and play. LEGOs and blocks are available for all ages and skill levels. This program is offered at no charge and open to the public....
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....