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 and Williams 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...

Children ages 3–6 and their caregivers are invited to join the Kindergarten Toolbox program to promote Kindergarten Readiness. During this six-week session, families will receive a toolbox with school supplies and other materials with demonstrations and practice sessions designed for preschoolers. Each week a new book and “tool” will be offered. Tools include letter and...

Families are invited to the Illinois Valley branch of Josephine Community Library every Saturday during open hours for a weekly themed storytime and craft session in a safe and fun environment. To learn more and view storytime themes visit the calendar. Registration is not required.

Join us for a special storytime celebration in Spanish and English in honor of Hispanic/Latin American Heritage Month. Children and their families can hear stories in both languages, participate in an interactive music program, do Latin-American-inspired crafts, and enjoy refreshments on Saturday, October 8 from 12–2 pm in the children’s library at the Grants Pass...

If you’re anything like us, navigating health insurance and the healthcare system can feel daunting. Join a panel of local experts from 1–2:30 pm on Saturday, October 8 at the Grants Pass branch to get common questions answered and leave feeling like you have a better understanding of how these systems work to serve you....