Week of Events
Seed Library
From March through May, community members of all ages are invited to take up to five flower, fruit, and vegetable packets per week from the seed library at no cost to grow at home. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to nurture your green space and watch...
Illinois Valley branch closed for renovation
TEMPORARY SERVICE OFFERED AT ILLINOIS VALLEY SENIOR CENTER ON THURSDAYS The Illinois Valley branch of Josephine Community Library, 209 West Palmer Street, Cave Junction, will close for renovation beginning Sunday, March 3. The last day of service before closure will be Saturday, March 2. During the Illinois Valley branch closure, temporary library services will be...
GP K9 Reading Buddies
GP K9 Reading Buddies
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 Friday 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...
IV pick-up service
IV pick-up service
To take advantage of the weekly pick-up service, patrons can use their library card account to place requests on books and other items through the online catalog. Patrons are asked to wait until they receive a notification from the library when requested items are ready for pick up at the Illinois Valley Senior Center, 520...
Sprout a Reader Storytime
Sprout a Reader Storytime
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.
Free Tax Assistance Afternoons
Free Tax Assistance Afternoons
Get help with your tax questions and file for free with United Community Action Network (UCAN) at the library. UCAN VITA volunteers will help participants who want to file their own taxes set up a profile with TaxSlayer software to file for free — some computer skills required. Appointments can also be made with an...
Williams Weekly Storytime
Williams Weekly Storytime
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.
Free Tax Assistance Afternoons
Free Tax Assistance Afternoons
Get help with your tax questions and file for free with United Community Action Network (UCAN) at the library. UCAN VITA volunteers will help participants who want to file their own taxes set up a profile with TaxSlayer software to file for free — some computer skills required. Appointments can also be made with an...
Grants Pass Friday Storytime
Grants Pass Friday Storytime
Where K–3 learners discover the joy of reading! Children in Kindergarten through third grade are invited to a weekly interactive storytime that focuses on strengthening literacy skills through reading, rhyming, music, and other activities. Participants choose the books and activities each session, similar to a choose-your-own-adventure experience. This program takes place every Friday from 5...