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...

Creating teas, salts, and culinary blends using garden herbs Fresh and dried herbs from your garden can transform any recipe. During the first session of the Gifts from the Garden series, local expert Patrice Hanlon will show participants how to turn garden herbs into teas and other products in a cost-effective way to enjoy them...

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. Registration is not required.

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 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.

Families with young children are invited to join us at the Williams branch for the two-part Kid-Approved Cooking series in partnership with the Josephine County Food Bank and the Food Hero program. Both events will feature seasonal produce available in Food Bank boxes, live demonstrations, recipes, samples, and giveaways. Registration is not required and a...

Creating teas, salts, and culinary blends using garden herbs Fresh and dried herbs from your garden can transform any recipe. During the first session of the Gifts from the Garden series, local expert Patrice Hanlon will show participants how to turn garden herbs into teas and other products in a cost-effective way to enjoy them...

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.

Creating teas, salts, and culinary blends using garden herbs Fresh and dried herbs from your garden can transform any recipe. During the first session of the Gifts from the Garden series, local expert Patrice Hanlon will show participants how to turn garden herbs into teas and other products in a cost-effective way to enjoy them...