Week of Events
Summer Reading Program “Craftivities”
Summer Reading Program “Craftivities”
Drop-in to your preferred branch on any open day between 1–4 pm during the Summer Reading Program for weekly themed crafts and activities for children and teens.
GP K9 Reading Buddies
GP 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 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...
Williams Weekly Storytime
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.
GP Pop-up Storybook Walk
GP Pop-up Storybook Walk
During the month of July, find the Pop-Up Storybook Walk featured at select Oregon Summer Meals sites and other locations in Grants Pass, Illinois Valley, Williams, and Wolf Creek. Featured stories include “I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud” by Williams Wordsworth, “Harold and the Purple Crayon” by Crockett Johnson, and two adapted fables titled “I...
History of Grants Pass BearFest
History of Grants Pass BearFest
Join local artist Bob Eding to learn about the history of the Grants Pass public art installation known as “BearFest.” BearFest is a beloved community art project that showcases the talent of southern Oregon artists. Originally created in 2003, Evergreen Federal Bank introduced BearFest with 20 life-sized, fiberglass bears displayed as public artwork throughout downtown...