May 2022
Lectoescritura en los primeros años
Niños de nacimiento hasta cinco años y sus padres son invitados para aprender como introducir los niños a el mundo de lectoescritura con Claudia Cervantes, escritora del libro Con tu Ayuda Mamá. Esta serie incluye tres sesiones en la biblioteca de Grants Pass, 200 NW C St. Cada familia recibirá una bolsa de regalo gratis con libros y materiales incluyendo juguetes de abecedario, jizes de colores, Play-Doh, y más. Para registrarse, mande un mensaje por correo electrónico a info@josephinelibrary.org o…
Find out more »Emergency Preparedness for Your Family and Neighborhood
Families and children are invited to learn how to prepare for emergencies such as earthquakes and wildfires. Josephine County Emergency Management will explain the Cascadia Subduction Zone and strategies for acting with our neighbors in response to hazard situations. When we are prepared for big emergencies, we’ll also be prepared for smaller ones. For more information, email info@josephinelibrary.org or call 541-476-0571.
Find out more »Bilingual Storytime
Everyday Empathy: A Bilingual Storytime Children and their families are invited to join us for a storytime in Spanish and English with a special focus on empathy and being kind to others. After storytime, participants will look at self portraits of famous artists and create their own. This event is part of the Everyday Civics program. For more information about upcoming events and other self-paced activities, email info@josephinelibrary.org or call 541-476-0571. Cuentas Bilingüe: Empatía Diario Los niños y sus familias…
Find out more »K9 Reading Buddies
Each week the library comes alive with furry friends waiting to hear a good book. Stop by the children's library at the Grants Pass branch every Tuesday from 3–4 pm for K9 Reading Buddies. During this program, trained therapy dogs provide a non-intimidating environment for children to learn to read out loud. Young readers have the opportunity to explore language and books during this special storytime. Registration is not required.
Find out more »Game On!
Grab a friend, drop in, and Game On! Try your hand at a variety of games, including chess, Pictionary, Uno, cards, and Exploding Kittens. Game On! is held from 4:30–5:30 pm every Wednesday at your preferred branch during the school year.
Find out more »Sprout a Reader
Parents and caregivers of children ages birth to five are invited to learn how to give the best storytime from home during the Sprout a Reader program. Participants will each receive a free storytime kit to take home. Storytime kits include silk scarves, tambourines, wrist bells, board books, and more! Email adonoho@josephinelibrary.org to register, registration is required. Sprout a Reader is made possible by Oregon Community Foundation.
Find out more »Kindergarten Toolbox: spring session
Children ages 3–6 and their caregivers are invited to join the Kindergarten Toolbox program on Thursdays from 5:30–6:30 pm at the Grants Pass branch beginning April 28 to promote Kindergarten readiness. During this six-week session, families will receive a toolbox with school supplies and other materials that they will learn to use over the course of the session. Each week a new book and “tool” will be offered. Tools include letter and number manipulatives, a journal, tips for parents, and…
Find out more »Williams Weekly Storytime
Families are invited to visit the Williams branch in person for Williams Weekly Storytime from 11 am–12 pm on Fridays. Enjoy themed stories and crafts in a safe and fun environment.
Find out more »Lectoescritura en los primeros años
Niños de nacimiento hasta cinco años y sus padres son invitados para aprender como introducir los niños a el mundo de lectoescritura con Claudia Cervantes, escritora del libro Con tu Ayuda Mamá. Esta serie incluye tres sesiones en la biblioteca de Grants Pass, 200 NW C St. Cada familia recibirá una bolsa de regalo gratis con libros y materiales incluyendo juguetes de abecedario, jizes de colores, Play-Doh, y más. Para registrarse, mande un mensaje por correo electrónico a info@josephinelibrary.org o…
Find out more »Emergency Preparedness for Your Family and Neighborhood
Families and children are invited to learn how to prepare for emergencies such as earthquakes and wildfires. Josephine County Emergency Management will explain the Cascadia Subduction Zone and strategies for acting with our neighbors in response to hazard situations. When we are prepared for big emergencies, we’ll also be prepared for smaller ones. For more information, email info@josephinelibrary.org or call 541-476-0571.
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