Teen Advisory Board
Monthly at your local NOLS branch
Come shape your library! Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up to help plan events and make NOLS a fun, supportive, and engaging place for teens. Gain leadership skills and volunteer hours while meeting others in your community. Sign up here.
Sequim Writing Contest: Grades 6-12
Writing Contest: For Sequim students grades 6-12.
Enter April 15-May 15
Come to the library’s Write-In and Workshop to guide your project. Prizes awarded!
Workshop: Improve your writing with Peninsula College instructor Elijah Sussman.
Thursday, April 25, 3:30-5pm
Sequim Middle School, 301 W. Hendrickson Rd.
In the Community: Tech Help & StoryCraft
La Push, Blue Shed:
StoryCraft on April 24, May 22, June 12 at 2:30pm
Alder Grove, Meeting Room: May 11, June 8
Tech Help at 10am and StoryCraft at 10:30am
Neah Bay: May 14
Makah Senior Center: Tech Help & Bookmobile at 1:45pm
Makah Boys & Girls Club: StoryCraft & Bookmobile at 3pm
Family Movie Matinee
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Fourth Fridays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: April 26
Forks Branch Library: Third Saturdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: May 18
Sit back and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Library. The movies will be in English with Spanish subtitles.
Spring Poetry Night
Aldrich’s Market (940 Lawrence St., Port Townsend):
Friday, April 26, 6-8pm
A free evening of music and poetry hosted by Conner Bouchard-Roberts, Port Townsend Poet Laureate.
Movie Musical Sing-Along: The Wizard of Oz
Sequim Library Temporary Location: Saturday, April 27, 5-7pm
Enjoy a sing-along screening of The Wizard of Oz. Costumes encouraged. Be ready to sing your heart out. Family-friendly fun plus popcorn, pizza, and snacks...oh, my! All ages are welcome.
Teen Tuesdays
Port Angeles Main Library: Every Tuesday, 3:30-4:30pm
Next Event Date: April 30
Every Tuesday, come to the Library for activities and snacks just for teens in grades 7-12!
Game Lounge
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: Spring Break session, Tuesday, May 1, 10:30am-5pm
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: Friday, May 3, 10:30am-5pm
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
Teen Board Game & Art Night
Sequim Library Temporary Location: Second Fridays, 6:00–7:30pm
Next Event Date: May 10
Teens in grades 7-12 can come to the Library after hours to play board games, create art, and eat pizza.
Anime and Manga Club – Forks
Forks Branch Library: Second Fridays, 3:30-4:30pm
Next Event Date: May 10
Teens in grades 7-12 can come to a monthly meetup in Forks to talk about manga titles, watch anime, and learn about Japanese culture.
Jigsaw Puzzle Contest
Port Angeles Main Library: Second Saturdays, 10am-12pm
Next Event Date: May 11
Race each other and the clock at a timed Jigsaw Puzzle Contest! Come with a team of up to four people or join up with others at the event. Be the first to complete a 500-piece puzzle to win a prize and bragging rights.
Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic
Forks Branch Library: Third Tuesdays, alternating months, 6:30-8pm
Next Event Date: May 21
Share acoustic music and performance art. The Forks Branch Library and Rainforest Council for the Arts have partnered to provide "Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic" for your self-expression.
Zine Making with Jaiden Dokken
Sequim Branch Library Temporary Location: Thursday, May 23, 3:30-5pm
Join local artist Jaiden Dokken to learn about zines and start making your own! Flex your creativity and your voice in this workshop especially for tweens and teens in grades 6-12. All ages welcome to attend.
Nature Series with North Olympic Land Trust
Elk Creek Conservation Area in Forks: May 29, 9-10am
Start your morning with a nature walk and scavenger hunt at the Elk Creek Conservation Area. Gather at the parking area with North Olympic Land Trust and Forks Library staff, then explore the trail together.
Rainbow Reads
Port Angeles Main Library: Tuesday, June 4, 3:30-4:30pm
Hurricane Coffee Company, Sequim: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Forks Branch Library: Wednesday, June 26, 1:30-2:30pm
Looking for your next great read? Find LGBTQIA+ stories in all genres at this book tasting for teens!
Clallam County Poet Laureate
Learn about Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken and how to request their participation at your community event! As Poet Laureate, they will bring poetry to residents across Clallam County by participating in events, leading workshops, and championing the community power of the written and spoken word.
Guaranteed No-Waiting eBooks: Social and Emotional Learning titles for Youth
July 19, 2023 – June 30, 2025
Over 50 eBooks and eAudiobooks for younger readers and parents on topics like empathy, kindness, and confidence — no waiting.
Haikus From Here: Submit Poems!
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for an opportunity to be published in a Haikus From Here zine!
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2024
Hurricane Coffee, 104 W Washington St, Sequim
Take a poem and leave a poem at this creative space designed with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken.
No Wait – Everyone Reads! eBooks and eAudiobooks
Guaranteed no-waiting
260+ eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens, and classics readers are now available with no waiting through OverDrive. These materials are always available for checkout. No holds needed!
Clallam County Writes: Community Journals
Borrow a themed community journal and add your own story!
Check out a themed journals to see what others in the community have written or drawn. Add your own creative energy, then return it for the next person to enjoy!
Teen Lit Bag/Libros para Jóvenes
A personalized monthly book subscription for teens. Includes two preselected library books and goodies!
Los jóvenes ya pueden subscribir para recibir una bolsa personalizada de libros y golosinas para recoger cada mes.
Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Try this Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Download and print or use Google Forms to solve the puzzles at your own pace, or set a timer and challenge yourself to complete it in about an hour.
Teen Advisory Board
Monthly at your local NOLS branch
Come shape your library! Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up to help plan events and make NOLS a fun, supportive, and engaging place for teens. Gain leadership skills and volunteer hours while meeting others in your community. Sign up here.
Teen Tuesdays
Port Angeles Main Library: Every Tuesday, 3:30-4:30pm
Next Event Date: April 30
Every Tuesday, come to the Library for activities and snacks just for teens in grades 7-12!
Jigsaw Puzzle Contest
Port Angeles Main Library: Second Saturdays, 10am-12pm
Next Event Date: May 11
Race each other and the clock at a timed Jigsaw Puzzle Contest! Come with a team of up to four people or join up with others at the event. Be the first to complete a 500-piece puzzle to win a prize and bragging rights.
Rainbow Reads
Port Angeles Main Library: Tuesday, June 4, 3:30-4:30pm
Hurricane Coffee Company, Sequim: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Forks Branch Library: Wednesday, June 26, 1:30-2:30pm
Looking for your next great read? Find LGBTQIA+ stories in all genres at this book tasting for teens!
Clallam County Poet Laureate
Learn about Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken and how to request their participation at your community event! As Poet Laureate, they will bring poetry to residents across Clallam County by participating in events, leading workshops, and championing the community power of the written and spoken word.
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2024
Hurricane Coffee, 104 W Washington St, Sequim
Take a poem and leave a poem at this creative space designed with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken.
No Wait – Everyone Reads! eBooks and eAudiobooks
Guaranteed no-waiting
260+ eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens, and classics readers are now available with no waiting through OverDrive. These materials are always available for checkout. No holds needed!
Clallam County Writes: Community Journals
Borrow a themed community journal and add your own story!
Check out a themed journals to see what others in the community have written or drawn. Add your own creative energy, then return it for the next person to enjoy!
Teen Lit Bag/Libros para Jóvenes
A personalized monthly book subscription for teens. Includes two preselected library books and goodies!
Los jóvenes ya pueden subscribir para recibir una bolsa personalizada de libros y golosinas para recoger cada mes.
Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Try this Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Download and print or use Google Forms to solve the puzzles at your own pace, or set a timer and challenge yourself to complete it in about an hour.
Teen Advisory Board
Monthly at your local NOLS branch
Come shape your library! Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up to help plan events and make NOLS a fun, supportive, and engaging place for teens. Gain leadership skills and volunteer hours while meeting others in your community. Sign up here.
Sequim Writing Contest: Grades 6-12
Writing Contest: For Sequim students grades 6-12.
Enter April 15-May 15
Come to the library’s Write-In and Workshop to guide your project. Prizes awarded!
Workshop: Improve your writing with Peninsula College instructor Elijah Sussman.
Thursday, April 25, 3:30-5pm
Sequim Middle School, 301 W. Hendrickson Rd.
Movie Musical Sing-Along: The Wizard of Oz
Sequim Library Temporary Location: Saturday, April 27, 5-7pm
Enjoy a sing-along screening of The Wizard of Oz. Costumes encouraged. Be ready to sing your heart out. Family-friendly fun plus popcorn, pizza, and snacks...oh, my! All ages are welcome.
Teen Board Game & Art Night
Sequim Library Temporary Location: Second Fridays, 6:00–7:30pm
Next Event Date: May 10
Teens in grades 7-12 can come to the Library after hours to play board games, create art, and eat pizza.
Zine Making with Jaiden Dokken
Sequim Branch Library Temporary Location: Thursday, May 23, 3:30-5pm
Join local artist Jaiden Dokken to learn about zines and start making your own! Flex your creativity and your voice in this workshop especially for tweens and teens in grades 6-12. All ages welcome to attend.
Rainbow Reads
Port Angeles Main Library: Tuesday, June 4, 3:30-4:30pm
Hurricane Coffee Company, Sequim: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Forks Branch Library: Wednesday, June 26, 1:30-2:30pm
Looking for your next great read? Find LGBTQIA+ stories in all genres at this book tasting for teens!
Clallam County Poet Laureate
Learn about Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken and how to request their participation at your community event! As Poet Laureate, they will bring poetry to residents across Clallam County by participating in events, leading workshops, and championing the community power of the written and spoken word.
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2024
Hurricane Coffee, 104 W Washington St, Sequim
Take a poem and leave a poem at this creative space designed with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken.
No Wait – Everyone Reads! eBooks and eAudiobooks
Guaranteed no-waiting
260+ eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens, and classics readers are now available with no waiting through OverDrive. These materials are always available for checkout. No holds needed!
Clallam County Writes: Community Journals
Borrow a themed community journal and add your own story!
Check out a themed journals to see what others in the community have written or drawn. Add your own creative energy, then return it for the next person to enjoy!
Teen Lit Bag/Libros para Jóvenes
A personalized monthly book subscription for teens. Includes two preselected library books and goodies!
Los jóvenes ya pueden subscribir para recibir una bolsa personalizada de libros y golosinas para recoger cada mes.
Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Try this Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Download and print or use Google Forms to solve the puzzles at your own pace, or set a timer and challenge yourself to complete it in about an hour.
Teen Advisory Board
Monthly at your local NOLS branch
Come shape your library! Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up to help plan events and make NOLS a fun, supportive, and engaging place for teens. Gain leadership skills and volunteer hours while meeting others in your community. Sign up here.
Family Movie Matinee
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Fourth Fridays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: April 26
Forks Branch Library: Third Saturdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: May 18
Sit back and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Library. The movies will be in English with Spanish subtitles.
Game Lounge
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: Spring Break session, Tuesday, May 1, 10:30am-5pm
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: Friday, May 3, 10:30am-5pm
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
Anime and Manga Club – Forks
Forks Branch Library: Second Fridays, 3:30-4:30pm
Next Event Date: May 10
Teens in grades 7-12 can come to a monthly meetup in Forks to talk about manga titles, watch anime, and learn about Japanese culture.
Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic
Forks Branch Library: Third Tuesdays, alternating months, 6:30-8pm
Next Event Date: May 21
Share acoustic music and performance art. The Forks Branch Library and Rainforest Council for the Arts have partnered to provide "Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic" for your self-expression.
Nature Series with North Olympic Land Trust
Elk Creek Conservation Area in Forks: May 29, 9-10am
Start your morning with a nature walk and scavenger hunt at the Elk Creek Conservation Area. Gather at the parking area with North Olympic Land Trust and Forks Library staff, then explore the trail together.
Rainbow Reads
Port Angeles Main Library: Tuesday, June 4, 3:30-4:30pm
Hurricane Coffee Company, Sequim: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Forks Branch Library: Wednesday, June 26, 1:30-2:30pm
Looking for your next great read? Find LGBTQIA+ stories in all genres at this book tasting for teens!
Clallam County Poet Laureate
Learn about Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken and how to request their participation at your community event! As Poet Laureate, they will bring poetry to residents across Clallam County by participating in events, leading workshops, and championing the community power of the written and spoken word.
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2024
Hurricane Coffee, 104 W Washington St, Sequim
Take a poem and leave a poem at this creative space designed with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken.
No Wait – Everyone Reads! eBooks and eAudiobooks
Guaranteed no-waiting
260+ eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens, and classics readers are now available with no waiting through OverDrive. These materials are always available for checkout. No holds needed!
Clallam County Writes: Community Journals
Borrow a themed community journal and add your own story!
Check out a themed journals to see what others in the community have written or drawn. Add your own creative energy, then return it for the next person to enjoy!
Teen Lit Bag/Libros para Jóvenes
A personalized monthly book subscription for teens. Includes two preselected library books and goodies!
Los jóvenes ya pueden subscribir para recibir una bolsa personalizada de libros y golosinas para recoger cada mes.
Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Try this Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Download and print or use Google Forms to solve the puzzles at your own pace, or set a timer and challenge yourself to complete it in about an hour.
Teen Advisory Board
Monthly at your local NOLS branch
Come shape your library! Teens in grades 7-12 can sign up to help plan events and make NOLS a fun, supportive, and engaging place for teens. Gain leadership skills and volunteer hours while meeting others in your community. Sign up here.
Family Movie Matinee
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Fourth Fridays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: April 26
Forks Branch Library: Third Saturdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: May 18
Sit back and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Library. The movies will be in English with Spanish subtitles.
Game Lounge
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: Spring Break session, Tuesday, May 1, 10:30am-5pm
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: Friday, May 3, 10:30am-5pm
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
Rainbow Reads
Port Angeles Main Library: Tuesday, June 4, 3:30-4:30pm
Hurricane Coffee Company, Sequim: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Thursday, June 6, 3:30-4:30pm
Forks Branch Library: Wednesday, June 26, 1:30-2:30pm
Looking for your next great read? Find LGBTQIA+ stories in all genres at this book tasting for teens!
Clallam County Poet Laureate
Learn about Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken and how to request their participation at your community event! As Poet Laureate, they will bring poetry to residents across Clallam County by participating in events, leading workshops, and championing the community power of the written and spoken word.
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2024
Hurricane Coffee, 104 W Washington St, Sequim
Take a poem and leave a poem at this creative space designed with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken.
No Wait – Everyone Reads! eBooks and eAudiobooks
Guaranteed no-waiting
260+ eBooks and eAudiobooks for kids, teens, and classics readers are now available with no waiting through OverDrive. These materials are always available for checkout. No holds needed!
Clallam County Writes: Community Journals
Borrow a themed community journal and add your own story!
Check out a themed journals to see what others in the community have written or drawn. Add your own creative energy, then return it for the next person to enjoy!
Teen Lit Bag/Libros para Jóvenes
A personalized monthly book subscription for teens. Includes two preselected library books and goodies!
Los jóvenes ya pueden subscribir para recibir una bolsa personalizada de libros y golosinas para recoger cada mes.
Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Try this Virtual Escape Room for Teens
Download and print or use Google Forms to solve the puzzles at your own pace, or set a timer and challenge yourself to complete it in about an hour.