Sprout a Reader Storytime
2026-03-19 10:30 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Williams Weekly Storytime
2026-03-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-17 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
2026-03-21 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-28 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-04 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-11 11:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-18 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.

Movers and Groovers
2026-03-24 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-03-31 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-04-07 13:00 - 13:30, 2026-04-14 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
2026-03-24 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-31 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-07 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-14 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
2026-03-26 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-02 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-09 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-04-16 10:30 - 11:00 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
Children ages birth to five and their caregivers are invited to join the Sprout a Reader program to learn tips for creating engaging storytimes from 10:30–11 am on Thursdays at the Grants Pass branch

Computer Basics Drop-in Lab
2026-03-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Grants Pass, 200 NW C Street, Grants Pass, OR, 97526, United States
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:
January 15 | Digital tools for career success: Southern Oregon Goodwill
Explore online resources from Southern Oregon Goodwill to boost your job search, skills, and opportunities.
January 29 | Exploring Google Suite
Learn how to use Google Docs, Sheets, and more to create, organize, and collaborate—all for free.
February 12 | Getting started with Microsoft 365
Learn how to use Word and Excel to create documents and manage spreadsheets.
February 26 | Passwords and password protection
Learn tips and tricks for creating effective passwords and how to keep login information safe.
March 12 | Getting started with computers
Learn to click, scroll, and type with confidence—no experience needed.
March 26 | Windows 11 made easy
Learn how to navigate your computer, organize files and folders, and open programs with confidence.

Williams book club
2026-03-28 12:00 - 13:00 | 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
2026-03-28 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
2026-03-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Illinois Valley, 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, 97523, United States

Declaration 250 | Grants Pass
2026-04-02 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

WC K9 Reading Buddies
2026-04-08 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 | Illinois Valley
2026-04-11 11:30 - 12:30 | Illinois Valley, 209 West Palmer, Cave Junction, OR, 97523, 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.
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 | 3–4:30 p.m. – A New Birth of Freedom
April 11, 2026 | 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Twentieth-Century Legacies
