Williams book club
2025-10-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Williams, 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, 97544, United States
Join the monthly Williams Book Club the last Saturday of every month from 12–1 pm at the Williams branch.
From gripping plot twists to heartwarming characters, participants can unravel the wonders of literature together. Explore what you love about the books you’re reading or the ones you’ve recently finished.
This program is offered at no charge and a library card is not necessary to participate.

LEGO Build and Play | Grants Pass
2025-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Join us for LEGO Build and Play the last Saturday of each month at the Grants Pass and Illinois Valley branches. Youth ages 12 and under and their families are invited to drop in anytime between 1 to 2 pm. LEGOs and blocks are available for all skill levels.

LEGO Build and Play | Illinois Valley
2025-10-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Illinois Valley, 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, 97523, United States

Conceptos Básicos de la Computadora | Inscripción requerida
2025-10-27 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-03 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-11-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Tome una curso de 6 semanas en español de computadora gratuito con un instructor de la biblioteca y facilitador Roxana Zepeda. Los participantes recibirán un incentivo de graduación al final del curso.
Práctica el uso de Internet, aprende a copiar/pegar, cuida de tu computadora, y mejora otras habilidades básicas. El espacio es limitado y es necesario inscribirse. Para inscribirse, llame al 541-476-0571 o envíe un correo electrónico a info@josephinelibrary.org.
Este proyecto ha sido posible en parte gracias al Fondo de la Familia Olrud de la Fundación Comunitaria de Oregón y el Instituto de Museos y Servicios Bibliotecarios a través de la Ley de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología, administrada por la Biblioteca Estatal de Oregón
HORARIO
Las clases son de 5–6:30 pm los lunes en la biblioteca de Grants Pass.
6 de Octubre
13 de Octubre
20 de Octubre
27 de Octubre
3 de Noviembre
10 de Noviembre

Movers and Groovers
2025-10-28 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-11-04 13:00 - 13:30, 2025-11-18 13:00 - 13:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Storytime for Busy Toddlers
Toddlers ages 2–3 and their caregivers are invited to Movers and Groovers Storytime, held Tuesdays from 1–1:30 pm at the Grants Pass branch. This program led by Early Childhood Service–Southern Oregon Education Service District is designed for little ones who are full of energy and just beginning to enjoy books. Each session includes lively songs with scarves or bubbles, interactive books, and hands-on sensory play or a themed craft. Caregivers and children participate side by side, building early literacy skills through play, movement, and connection.
Space is limited and registration is required. To register and for more information, email info@josephinelibrary.org or call 541-476-0571. A library card is not needed to participate.

K9 Reading Buddies | Grants Pass
2025-10-28 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-04 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-11-18 15:00 - 16:00 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Each week the library comes alive with furry friends waiting to hear a good book.
Visit Grants Pass and Williams every Tuesday or Wolf Creek every second Wednesday 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.

Sprout a Reader Storytime
2025-10-30 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-06 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-13 10:30 - 11:00, 2025-11-20 10:30 - 11:00 | OR
Children ages birth to five and their caregivers are invited to learn how to give a great storytime from home during the Sprout a Reader program from 10:30–11 am on Thursdays at the Grants Pass branch.

Tonies Demo and Meet-Up
2025-10-30 10:30 - 11:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Join us for a spook-tacular Tonies meet-up and storytime! Tonies are screen-free audio players for kids, bringing cozy stories and playful tunes to life with collectible characters. Borrow a Tonies kit from the Library of Things — perfect for cool autumn days and Halloween fun. This program is offered at no charge and open to the public. A library card is not needed to participate
• Live Tonies demo
• Giveaways
• Coloring station
• Character trading station — Bring your extra figures to swap with other families.

Williams Weekly Storytime
2025-10-31 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-07 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Williams, 158 Tetherow Rd, Williams, OR, 97544, United States
Families are invited to the Williams branch of Josephine Community Library every Friday from 11 am–12 pm for a weekly themed storytime and craft session in a safe and fun environment.

Illinois Valley Saturday Storytime
2025-11-01 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-08 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-15 11:00 - 17:00 | Illinois Valley, 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, 97523, United States
Families are invited to drop-in to the Illinois Valley branch of Josephine Community Library every Saturday for themed storytime and crafts all day. Storytime takes place every half hour.
This program is offered at no charge and a library card is not necessary to participate.

Computer Basics Drop-in Lab
2025-11-06 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-11-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Offsite
Drop in to the WorkSource Rogue Valley computer Lab twice a month to boost your computer skills with an instructor from Josephine Community Library. Practice using the internet, learn how to copy/paste, try uploading and downloading, and more. This free, hands-on program is open to all — no library card or WorkSource Oregon enrollment needed.
Classes are from 2–3:30 pm every other Thursday in the computer lab at WorkSource Rogue Valley, 1569 NE F St. Grants Pass, OR 97526. Registration is not required — space is limited.
This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the State Library of Oregon.
Schedule:

September 11 | Getting Started with Microsoft 365
Learn how to use Word and Excel to create documents and manage spreadsheets.
September 25 | Exploring Google Suite
Learn how to use Google Docs, Sheets, and more to create, organize, and collaborate—all for free.
October 9 | Passwords and password protection
Learn tips and tricks for creating effective passwords and how to keep login information safe.
October 23 | Digital tools for career success
Explore online resources from WorkSource and Josephine Community Library to boost your job search, skills, and opportunities.
November 6 | Getting started with computers
Learn to click, scroll, and type with confidence—no experience needed.
November 20 | Windows 11 made easy
Learn how to navigate your computer, organize files and folders, and open programs with confidence.
December 4 | Internet Basics and Staying Safe Online
Discover how to explore the web, find what you need, and protect yourself while surfing the internet.
December 18 | Introduction to Email
New to email? No worries! Join us to learn how to set up an email account, send messages, and manage your inbox—whether you’re using Gmail or another service.

Illinois Valley Computer Basics Workshop
2025-11-07 10:00 - 11:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Drop in once a month to boost your computer skills. Practice using the internet, learn how to copy/paste, try uploading and downloading, and more. This free, hands-on program is open to everyone — no library card or registration required. Space is limited, and a small number of devices will be available for participants to use during the session. Participants are encouraged to bring their own device.
Classes are from 10–11:30 am every first Friday at the Illinois Valley branch.
This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the State Library of Oregon.
SCHEDULE
October 3 | Getting started with computers
November 7 | Windows 11 made easy
December 5 | Internet basics and staying safe online
January 2 | Introduction to email
February 6 | Getting started with Microsoft 365
March 6 | Exploring Google Suite

Día de los Muertos Bilingual Storytime Celebration
2025-11-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Celebrate Día de los Muertos with bilingual stories, crafts, and learning! Enjoy stories in English and Spanish, then make a colorful sugar skull mask. This Mexican and Central American tradition honors loved ones with joy and remembrance. Crafts and treats will be available at all library branches at various times the first week of November—contact your local branch for details. Free and open to the public—no library card needed.

¡Celebra el Día de los Muertos con cuentos, manualidades y aprendizaje bilingüe! Escucha historias en inglés y español y crea tu propia colorida máscara de calavera. Esta tradición mexicana y centroamericana honra a los seres queridos con alegría y recuerdo. Habrá manualidades y dulces en todas las sucursales de la biblioteca durante la primera semana de noviembre—comunícate con tu sucursal local para más detalles. Gratuito y abierto a todos—no se necesita tarjeta de biblioteca.

ALL BRANCHES CLOSED
2025-11-11 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
In observance of Veterans day

WC K9 Reading Buddies
2025-11-12 15:00 - 16:00 | Wolf Creek, 102 Ruth Avenue, Wolf Creek, OR, 97526, United States
The library comes alive with furry friends waiting to hear a good book!
Visit Grants Pass and Williams every Tuesday or Wolf Creek every second Wednesday 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.

Declaration 250 | Grants Pass
2025-11-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Join former Oregon History Teacher of the Year Lois MacMillan for Declaration 250, a monthly program exploring a different topic each session related to the history and ideals of the Declaration of Independence. Each program features primary sources from the Gilder Lehrman Institute’s panel exhibit, Declaration 1776: The Big Bang of Modern Democracy, which will be on display throughout 2026 in Josephine County.
Programs are held the first Thursday of each month, 5:30–6:30 pm, at the Grants Pass branch unless otherwise noted. Free and open to all — no library card or registration needed.
Lois MacMillan teaches history at Grants Pass High School and has been recognized nationally for her innovative teaching and dedication to Founding Era education.
Grants Pass Program Schedule:

September 4, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – The Big Bang of Modern Democracy
October 2, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – The Origins of the Civil Rights Movement
November 13, 2025 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – The Idea of Independence Spreads Internationally
January 8, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – A New Birth of Freedom
February 5, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – Women’s Rights
March 5, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – The Fall of Empires and Proliferation of Independent Countries
April 2, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – Twentieth-Century Legacies
May 7, 2026 | 5:30–6:30 p.m. – Reflections of Independence

Illinois Valley Program Schedule:

January 17, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – A New Birth of Freedom
April 11, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Twentieth-Century Legacies
