Check here for archived news releases about 2024 programs and events, changes at the Library, and services offered at NOLS.
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- Fashion Show Planning and Design Session, Jan. 11
December 31, 2024 – In preparation for the inaugural Forks February Fashion Show, community members are invited to a planning and design session on Saturday, Jan. 11, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. At this session, you can learn how to bring your upcycled fashion ideas to life and receive design assistance from Mendful.
Read Full Article - Teen Night at Sequim Library
December 30, 2024 – Students in grades 7–12 are invited to an after-hours Teen Night on Friday, Jan. 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. This month’s featured activity is crafting. Attendees can enjoy free pizza and use the provided supplies to draw, journal, make friendship bracelets, create diamond paintings or bring a craft project to work on.
Read Full Article - New Year, Renewed You virtual workshop on Jan. 8
December 27, 2024 – If you have made a New Year’s resolution and would like help getting started or staying motivated, attend “New Year, Renewed You,” a free online event hosted by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Life Coach Sabrina Caverly leads the virtual workshop on Wednesday, Jan. 8, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Read Full Article - Draw monsters with author/illustrator Ellie Peterson
December 27, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites community members of all ages to the Monster Evolution Artist Workshop with award-winning author and illustrator Ellie Peterson. The free drawing workshop will take place on Saturday, Jan. 4, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Forks Library to host video game tournaments for youths
December 26, 2024 – Kids and teens can compete in two simultaneous video game tournaments at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave., on Saturday, Jan. 4, from noon to 5 p.m. There will be an action-packed Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament on Nintendo Switch facilitated by NOLS staff. Roberto Rodriguez will lead the fast-paced Super Mario Kart tournament on Nintendo 64.
Read Full Article - Block Build and Play program for young children
December 26, 2024 – Children ages 5 and younger can enjoy hands-on afternoon playtime with blocks at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on the first Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5 p.m. January’s event will be held on Thursday, Jan. 2, due to the library’s holiday closure.
Read Full Article - STEAM Stations pair learning with fun
December 23, 2024 – Kids can enjoy various science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM) activities with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Free hands-on STEAM Stations are offered at Clallam Bay, Forks and Port Angeles libraries.
Read Full Article - January Book Discussion Groups
December 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - “Happy Feet” and Noon Year’s Eve Party for families
December 13, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites families to join two free, festive events at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The musical movie screening and bubble-filled party are great opportunities to spend time together during winter break.
Read Full Article - Poetry Gift Swap and Reading on Dec. 17
December 13, 2024 – Swap poetry gifts and enjoy a reading at an inspiring evening of poetic community from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 17, at Gentle House, 1215 11th St., Port Angeles.
Read Full Article - Free Winter Break Story Quest for Fourth Graders
December 4, 2024 – Fourth graders can sign up now for Story Quest, a free, four-day winter break program at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Space is limited, and advance registration is required at NOLS.org/storyquest.
Read Full Article - Little Hands Art program for ages 5 and younger
November 29, 2024 – Children ages 5 and younger can enjoy hands-on play with art materials during the Little Hands Art program offered at Sequim, Clallam Bay and Forks libraries. The free event provides materials such as paint, playdough and glue to encourage sensory learning through exploration, curiosity, creativity and tactile engagement. Caregivers and children should dress in clothes that can get artfully messy.
Read Full Article - Free Winter Craft and Movie Night at Clallam Bay Library
November 27, 2024 – All ages are invited to make seasonal crafts and watch the holiday classic “Dr. Seuss” How the Grinch Stole Christmas” (2000) on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 2:30 to 5 p.m. at Clallam Bay Branch Library, 16990 Hwy. 112. Enjoy free snacks and a hot chocolate bar.
Read Full Article - End of Life Ready Workshop on Dec. 9
November 25, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a free two-hour workshop with End of Life Washington at 10 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, in the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The workshop will provide an overview of advance care planning and end-of-life options.
Read Full Article - Sequim Library to host Pop-Up Paper Art program for tweens
November 22, 2024 – Tweens in grades 4 through 7 are invited to the Pop-Up Paper Art program from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, at the Sequim Library’s temporary location, 609 W. Washington St. Participants can create their own three-dimensional art or follow a template, with supplies and snacks provided for a fun, creative afternoon.
Read Full Article - December Book Discussion Groups
November 20, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Introduction to T’ai Chi on Nov. 23 at Port Angeles Main Library
November 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents Introduction to T’ai Chi, a free program from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Local instructor Patty Hannah will lead attendees in a brief introduction to this Chinese exercise method and martial art, which uses slow, controlled movements to improve balance and awareness of one’s surroundings.
Read Full Article - Art Journaling for Teens at Sequim Library
November 15, 2024 – Teens in grades 7 through 12 are invited to attend a free art journaling workshop on Wednesday, Nov. 20, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St.
Read Full Article - Vandalism at Lyre Conservation Area ruins children’s picture book experience
November 13, 2024 – On Saturday, Nov. 9, staff from the North Olympic Land Trust (NOLT) discovered that a StoryWalk® experience at the Lyre Conservation Area had been vandalized. Nearly all of the 20 picture-book signs were removed from the trail and disposed of in the woods. Staff and volunteers were able to recover several signs after hours of searching.
Read Full Article - NOLS offers free online art workshops by SilverKite Community Arts
November 13, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering three free art workshops taught by SilverKite Community Arts on Zoom this fall. Use your own materials and follow along with the instructor during the webinar or watch the recording after each session. Visit NOLS.org/silverkite to view the supply lists and register with access code NOLS2023.
Read Full Article - Aging Well Speaker Series: Dementia Care Support Resources
November 12, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers the Aging Well Speaker Series, a quarterly program featuring topics for those who want to live well while aging. Join the Zoom meeting at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 19, to learn about programs available to support families and caregivers of people living with dementia.
Read Full Article - Play games at Library Arcade on Nov. 15
November 12, 2024 – The Sequim Library invites all ages to play games at a free Library Arcade event on Friday, Nov. 15, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at its temporary location, 609 W. Washington St.
Read Full Article - NOLS to host “Fish War” film screening and panel discussion
November 12, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will screen the documentary “Fish War” and host a panel discussion featuring Miss Ann Penn-Charles and Quileute Elders who were involved in the events depicted in the film. The free event will take place from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 18, at Peninsula College at Forks, 481 S. Forks Ave.
Read Full Article - “Second Look” art exhibition opens Nov. 15 with live music by Ant Bath
November 8, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents “Second Look,” a new Art in the Library exhibition at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The free opening reception is set for Friday, Nov. 15, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Live music by surf rock band Ant Bath starts at 7 p.m.
Read Full Article - Library’s StoryWalk displayed along the trail at Lyre Conservation Area
November 5, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) and the North Olympic Land Trust (NOLT) have partnered to offer a StoryWalk® experience at the Lyre Conservation Area throughout November. Families and nature enthusiasts are invited to enjoy a display along the trail featuring pages from “We Are Water Protectors,” a Caldecott Award-winning picture book by Carole Lindstrom (Anishinaabe/Métis), with illustrations by Michaela Goade (Tlingit and Haida).
Read Full Article - Applications open for next Clallam County Poet Laureate
October 29, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is accepting online applications at NOLS.org/NextPoet for the 2025-2027 Clallam County Poet Laureate position. Poets age 18 and over who reside in Clallam County and have a passion for bringing poetry to their community are invited to apply. Submissions close on Monday, December 9.
Read Full Article - Free glow-in-the-dark bingo meetup at Port Angeles Main Library
October 28, 2024 – Adults in their 20s and 30s are invited to play bingo under UV lights at 20s & 30s Meetup: BINGlow on Friday, November 1, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - NOLS to host crossword contests in Sequim, Port Angeles and Forks
October 25, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting crossword puzzle contests in November and December. Teams, each limited to two people, will race to complete three puzzles accurately within two hours. Participants can compete individually, bring a friend, or meet a new teammate at the event.
Read Full Article - Forks Library to host Día de los Muertos celebration
October 24, 2024 – Families are invited to make crafts, share pan de muerto and celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave.
Read Full Article - Free in-person Humanities Washington talk, “Hunting, Fishing, and Native Sovereignty”
October 24, 2024 – Yakama hunter and fisherman Aaron Whitefoot discusses the history and tensions that linger from the Treaty of 1855 in his talk “Hunting, Fishing, and Native Sovereignty,” hosted by the North Olympic Library System in collaboration with Humanities Washington. There are two opportunities to attend the free public talk and registration is not required.
Read Full Article - Free online Humanities Washington talk, “Big Apples, Big Business”
October 21, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents Humanities Washington speaker, author and historian Amanda Van Lanen for her talk, “Big Apples, Big Business: How Washington Became the Apple State.” The free virtual presentation is set for Tuesday, Oct. 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register in advance at NOLS.org/hw to receive the Zoom link.
Read Full Article - November Book Discussion Groups
October 18, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Adults Night Out: Books and Beverage Tasting on Oct. 25 at Forks Library
October 16, 2024 – Adults Night Out: Books and Beverage Tasting is set for Friday, Oct. 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at the Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. This unique afterhours experience pairs carefully curated book recommendations with non-alcoholic beverages. Experts at the library will guide you through a variety of titles and drinks for all tastes, making this a fun night for book lovers and casual readers alike.
Read Full Article - Cosplay Party for Teens on Oct. 25 at Port Angeles Main Library
October 9, 2024 – A free cosplay party for teens is set for Friday, Oct. 25, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Teens can dress as their favorite character, watch the movie “Five Nights at Freddy’s” (PG-13) and play Halloween-themed games with prizes. Pizza will be provided.
Read Full Article - Free glow-in the-dark bingo for foster families at Forks and Clallam Bay Libraries
October 8, 2024 – Foster families are invited to participate in Foster Family Library Fun on Tuesday, Oct. 15, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave., or on Thursday, Oct. 17, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Clallam Bay Library, 16990 Hwy. 112.
Read Full Article - Native Poets Group and open mic at Indigenous Peoples Day Poetry Reading
October 7, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) and Peninsula College are co-hosting the fourth annual Indigenous Peoples Day Poetry Reading. Native/Indigenous poets are invited to share at an open mic after members of The Native Poets Group offer readings from their original work. Gather in person at ʔaʔkʷustəŋáw̕txʷ House of Learning, Peninsula College Longhouse on the Port Angeles campus on Monday, Oct. 14, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., or watch the livestream on Zoom.
Read Full Article - Explore Olympic Peninsula Logging History at Clallam Bay and Forks Libraries
October 7, 2024 – Immerse yourself in the rich history of the logging industry through a narrated video presentation and discussion. The Olympic Peninsula Logging History program takes place on Friday, Oct. 11, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Clallam Bay Library, 16990 Hwy. 112, and on Saturday, Oct. 12, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave.
Read Full Article - NOLS offers free monthly STEAM programs for tweens
October 2, 2024 – Tweens can create and learn through free monthly science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) activities at the Port Angeles and Sequim libraries of the North Olympic Library System (NOLS).
Read Full Article - North Olympic Library System unveils sneak peek of new Sequim Library
September 25, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) has released a video tour showcasing the architectural renderings of the new Sequim Library, which is currently under construction. The expanded facility will nearly double the library’s size from 6,000 to 10,000 square feet, addressing the needs of the growing community and making critical infrastructure improvements.
Read Full Article - Kids Book Club at Port Angeles and Sequim Libraries
September 24, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is excited to announce the fall titles for Kids Book Club, a monthly program for students in grades 1–3 and their caregivers. Kids will read the book on their own and then join library staff for a lively discussion at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St., or at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Block Build and Play program begins Oct. 2 at Port Angeles Main Library
September 19, 2024 – Caregivers can bring children ages 5 and under to a free Block Build and Play program at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. Building with blocks can help babies, toddlers and preschoolers develop early math and science skills.
Read Full Article - Free movie screenings at all NOLS locations
September 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will screen movies at all branches this fall. West End libraries will feature family-friendly movies whereas Port Angeles and Sequim libraries are each hosting a movie event series for adults.
Read Full Article - October Book Discussion Groups
September 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Port Angeles Main Library to host monthly tabletop role-playing game nights
September 13, 2024 – A new monthly event, Tabletop Role-Playing Game Night, is set for 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18, at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Families, friends, and individuals are all encouraged to drop in and play on the third Wednesday of each month. Many of the provided games are recommended for ages 8 and older; children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Read Full Article - Free Family Concerts with Brian Vogan, Sept. 20 and 21
September 13, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting free family concerts with musician Brian Vogan across Clallam County. Each hourlong show will get kids and grown-ups alike dancing to fun family-friendly tunes.
Read Full Article - Forks Branch Library to host free event with Professor Angie Chau: Revisiting Twilight a Decade Later
September 10, 2024 – Professor Angie Chau will explore how the Twilight series influenced fashion marketing and celebrity culture in the late 2000s. Revisiting Twilight a Decade Later – Fashion, Celebrities, and Media takes place on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave.
Read Full Article - Magic Mondays for tweens and teens at Port Angeles Main Library
September 6, 2024 – Tweens and teens in grades 4 to 12 can play Magic: The Gathering on Mondays from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Craft Café at Port Angeles Main Library begins Sept. 9
September 6, 2024 – The Port Angeles Main Library invites adults and teens ages 15 and older to bring their in-progress projects to Craft Café, an event offered from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Attendees can connect with other creators and share expertise while working on their portable arts and crafts projects.
Read Full Article - Free teen events at your library
September 5, 2024 – Teens in grades 7 to 12 can play games, discuss books, create art and work on their creative writing skills with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). A variety of free activities and snacks are provided at each branch.
Read Full Article - Learn if your business idea will work at free Business and Connection program
August 26, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with the Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship (CIE) to offer the Business and Connection program series at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. The “Fast Feasibility” session is on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Read Full Article - Storytime begins in September at all NOLS branches
August 22, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers Storytime weekly in Forks, Port Angeles and Sequim, and monthly in Clallam Bay. The free events begin the first week of September and continue through December 13.
Read Full Article - September Book Discussion Groups
August 20, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Port Angeles Main Library to host model of Billy Frank Jr. statue August 19-24, visitors welcome
August 16, 2024 – Port Angeles, WA – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will host a model of Nisqually tribal leader and activist Billy Frank Jr. from Monday, Aug. 19, to Saturday, Aug. 24, in the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The model is a copy of the clay model made by renowned Chinese American sculptor Haiying Wu as he developed his vision for a statue of the late Nisqually leader.
Read Full Article - Free nature journaling event at Elk Creek
August 15, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with the North Olympic Land Trust (NOLT) to offer a free nature journaling event on Thursday, Aug. 29, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., at Elk Creek Conservation Area in Forks. Participants will spend the evening recording observations about plants, animals, and insects. Meet with staff from Forks Library and NOLT at the Elk Creek parking area to collect journaling supplies before heading out on the trail. Refreshments will be available at the pavilion near the creek. Participants are required to sign a waiver upon arrival.
Read Full Article - Aging Well Speaker Series: Small-Batch Cooking & Meal Preparation
August 13, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers the Aging Well Speaker Series, a quarterly program featuring topics for those who want to live well while aging. Join the Zoom meeting at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 20, to learn how cooking for one or two people can be delicious, fresh and affordable.
Read Full Article - End-of-summer parties at the library for kids
July 31, 2024 – Kids are invited to celebrate reaching their summer reading goals. Eat sweets and play games at North Olympic Library System (NOLS) branches in Forks, Clallam Bay, and Port Angeles. These programs are designed for children and accompanying adults.
Read Full Article - PACP Children’s Theatre preview of “Murder Most Fowl”
July 30, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites all ages to preview the Port Angeles Community Players Children’s Theatre summer show “Murder Most Fowl.” The preview takes place on Saturday, Aug. 10, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Forks Library to Host Video Game Tournament for Tweens and Teens
July 30, 2024 – Tweens and teens can enjoy some friendly competition while playing in the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 10, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Free pizza and light refreshments will be provided. The winner will receive a trophy and Smash Bros. poster.
Read Full Article - Game Night for Teens at Sequim Library Temporary Location
July 23, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System invites teens in grades 7-12 to Game Night for Teens, a free after-hours event at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St., on Friday, Aug. 9, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Read Full Article - NOLS to host free introduction to meditation
July 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites adults to attend an introduction to meditation event with Melanie Barclay in Clallam Bay, Port Angeles, Forks, and Sequim starting July 31. Melanie Barclay, Ayurveda Health Practitioner and owner of Life Force Ayurveda, will teach participants about meditation’s relevance, history and benefits.
Read Full Article - NOLS to host free cartoon drawing workshops for tweens
July 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will host free cartoon drawing workshops for tweens with Aron Nels Steinke in Sequim, Forks, and Port Angeles. Aron Nels Steinke, bestselling and award-winning creator of the “Mr. Wolf’s Class” series, will lead tweens in grades 4–7 as they design an anthropomorphic character and start creating a mini-comic.
Read Full Article - August Book Discussion Groups
July 17, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Teen book club to feature “Uglies” by Scott Westerfeld
July 17, 2024 – Teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to join the Teen Book Club for an engaging discussion on the novel “Uglies” by Scott Westerfeld. The group meets on Tuesday, July 30, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - NOLS and Feiro Marine Life Center to offer a free tidepool exploration at Slip Point
July 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with Feiro Marine Life Center to offer a free tidepool exploration event on Tuesday, July 23, 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Slip Point. Participants should meet at Slip Point Lighthouse at the end of Frontier Street in Clallam Bay.
Read Full Article - Free costume design workshop for tweens
July 12, 2024 – Tweens will create one-of-a-kind costumes at a free North Olympic Library System (NOLS) event. Re-Use Costume Design for Tweens will take place at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on Thursday, July 25, from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Read Full Article - Free Zumba class
July 12, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering free Zumba® classes for adults in Port Angeles and Sequim. Zumba®-certified instructor Teresa Schmid will teach fun dance fitness moves to the rhythms of salsa, merengue, cumbia and other music genres.
Read Full Article - Barbie Watch Party at NOLS
July 11, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will host a movie screening of “Barbie” (2023) at libraries in Port Angeles, Sequim and Forks. Adults and teens are welcome to attend the Barbie Watch Party and enjoy free pizza, popcorn and drinks. Attendees are encouraged to dress in pink or as their favorite Barbie, sing along with the film and pose in a life-size Barbie box for a photo op.
Read Full Article - Free Scribble Bots event for tweens
July 9, 2024 – Kids in grades 4–7 will build robots that scribble at STEAM for Tweens: Scribble Bots, a free event offered by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). The event takes place at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on Thursday, July 18, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Read Full Article - Indie Folk Rock Concert and Teen Songwriting Workshops
July 5, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents an indie folk rock concert with Seattle-based musicians Connor Colbert and K. Van Petten. The free all-ages show is at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., on Tuesday, July 16, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Read Full Article - Composting Workshops with WSU Clallam County Extension
July 5, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with Washington State University (WSU) Clallam County Extension to offer free composting workshops in Sequim, Port Angeles, and Forks. Learn how to turn your yard and kitchen waste into a rich soil amendment. The workshops are for beginners and for those who already compost but are looking for more information.
Read Full Article - Free Junk Journaling Workshop for tweens and teens
July 3, 2024 – Tweens and teens are invited to join artist Heather Lietzke of the Heather Sky Project at the Forks Branch Library on Tuesday, July 9, from 10 a.m.¬ to 11 a.m. for a free Junk Journaling Workshop. Lietzke will guide participants through the process of journaling with reclaimed materials and imagination as a pathway for self-expression and reflection.
Read Full Article - Pajama Movie Night for Teens
July 3, 2024 – Teens can wear their pajamas to the Port Angeles Main Library to watch “The Princess Bride” on Tuesday, July 9, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free snacks and pizza will be provided. Pajama Movie Night for Teens was designed by the library’s Teen Advisory Board.
Read Full Article - Indigenous Stories and Culture from the Olympic Peninsula, from Far to Near
June 27, 2024 – In partnership with the New Old Time Chautauqua, three Indigenous storytellers from the Olympic Peninsula will share stories at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St., at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3. The storytellers include Harvest Moon, Mark Charles, and Professor Ron Johnson.
Read Full Article - Weekly activities for kids at free Discovery Club
June 26, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is excited to offer Discovery Club for kids in grades K-5, and their families and caregivers. Returning for a third year, this popular free program features a different hands-on activity each week, with time to meet new friends and try new things. Special guests, community organizations, and NOLS youth services staff will present STEAM Stations, wildlife and nature education, recycled art, and more.
Read Full Article - Beekeeping Basics with Mark Urnes at NOLS
June 26, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting Mark Urnes of the North Olympic Peninsula Beekeepers Association for a workshop about how to get started with beekeeping. This free event will cover beehives, useful tools, accessories, clothing, and more.
Read Full Article - Summer Family Storytime offered July 2–August 9
June 26, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers weekly Summer Family Storytime July 2 through August 9 as part of the Summer Reading Program. Listen to great books, learn new songs, and shake your wiggles out with plenty of movement and fun!
Read Full Article - Code Club teaches video game coding
June 25, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites students in grades 4–7 to participate in Code Club, a free STEAM event that teaches video game coding skills. Sequim-based artist and educator Cecilia Hillway will help kids use creativity, art, and technology to start creating a basic video game with Microsoft’s free MakeCode software.
Read Full Article - July Book Discussion Groups
June 25, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Teen Movie Night at Sequim Library
June 24, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites teens in grades 7–12 to watch “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” at 6 p.m. on Friday, June 28, at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. Pizza and snacks are provided. This after-hours event was planned by the NOLS Teen Advisory Board.
Read Full Article - Little Hands Art activities at NOLS
June 24, 2024 – Children ages 5 and under together with their caregivers can enjoy hands-on play with art materials during the Little Hands Art program offered by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Paint, playdough, glue, and other materials are provided to encourage sensory learning through exploration, curiosity, creativity, and tactile engagement. Children should wear clothes that can get artfully messy.
Read Full Article - Mindful Mending at the Library with Ginger’s Closet
June 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is teaming up with Mendful, a program of Ginger’s Closet and Forks Disaster Relief, to offer free Mindful Mending workshops. Learn to mend textiles so you can revive your favorite clothes. Bring in your repairable items and let Mendful’s skilled volunteers guide you through the textile repair process. You’ll learn tips and tricks so you can fix clothes and textiles while reducing waste.
Read Full Article - Eco Art in the Library opens Friday with live music by True Reckoning
June 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents Eco Art in the Library, featuring the work of more than 20 local artists at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The free opening reception is set for Friday, June 21, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., with live music by coastal dream folk duo True Reckoning.
Read Full Article - Free shows with The Reptile Man on June 25
June 17, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting three free events with The Reptile Man on Tuesday, June 25. Zoologist and educator Scott Petersen of The Reptile Zoo will present live reptiles in an exciting show that teaches the importance of all animals in nature. Petersen has been featured nationally on Disney’s “Bill Nye the Science Guy” and on PBS’s “Biz Kids.”
Read Full Article - NOLS Summer Reading Program for all ages
June 11, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System invites everyone in Clallam County to take part in the Summer Reading Program, June 14-August 24! All ages, from babies to adults, can join in the fun. Sign up for the reading challenge at nols.org/srp, at your local branch or at the Bookmobile.
Read Full Article - Celebrate Pride Month with NOLS
May 31, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering programs and resources for people to celebrate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Pride Month occurs each year in June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising and to uplift voices of the LGBTQIA+ community. June is also recognized as Rainbow Book Month, an initiative of the American Library Association that fosters community, understanding and access to LGBTQIA+ literature.
Read Full Article - Humanities Washington talk on Northwest Rock & Roll, June 4
May 24, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents Humanities Washington speaker, author and music history expert Peter Blecha for his talk “Stomp and Shout: The Untold Story of Northwest Rock & Roll.” The free presentation is on Tuesday, June 4, 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Brainstorm small business ideas at the free Business and Connection program
May 24, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with the Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship (CIE) to offer the Business and Connection program series at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. The “Imagine and Ideate” session will be held on Tuesday, June 4, from noon to 2 p.m.
Read Full Article - Nature walk and scavenger hunt May 29
May 22, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with the North Olympic Land Trust to offer a morning nature walk and scavenger hunt for all ages on Wednesday, May 29, at Elk Creek Conservation Area. Meet in the parking area at 9 a.m., then walk the trail together while exploring plants, animals and insects. There is no cost to attend and refreshments are provided.
Read Full Article Zine workshop with Jaiden Dokken, May 23
May 20, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a zine workshop led by local artist Jaiden Dokken on Thursday, May 23, from 3:30-5 p.m. in the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. Come learn about zines, the do-it-yourself booklet that allows you to use drawing, collage, writing, and other creative skills to share your message.
Read Full ArticleMay 17, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance). All are welcome – join every month or just drop in when you’d like.
Read Full Article- Aging Well Speaker Series: Mindfulness for Seniors
May 8, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers the Aging Well Speaker Series, a quarterly program featuring topics for those who want to live well while aging. Join the Zoom meeting at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, for a presentation by Mindfulness Northwest that explores the components and benefits of a mindfulness practice.
Read Full Article - End of Life Ready Workshop on May 16
May 7, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a free two-hour workshop with End of Life Washington at 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, in the KSQM Community Room, 609 W. Washington St. The End of Life Ready Workshop will provide an overview of advance care planning and end-of-life options.
Read Full Article - Virtual visit with children’s book author and crafts at Forks Library
April 30, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a virtual visit with Gabriella Aldeman, author of the children’s book “Paula’s Patches,” at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 10, at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Homeschool students ages 5 to 8 are invited to join first-grade students from Forks Elementary and Quileute Tribal School at the library to enjoy the story read by the author.
Read Full Article - Celebrate el Día del Niño/Children’s Day with the Library
April 23, 2024 – Children of all ages and their families are invited to celebrate el Día del Niño/Children’s Day with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Attend the free event on Saturday, April 27, from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Forks Library, 171 S. Forks Ave., and on Tuesday, April 30, 3:30-4:30 p.m. at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. Enjoy games, Mexican treats and prizes!
Read Full Article - “The Wizard of Oz” singalong at Sequim Library
April 22, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites people of all ages to a sing-along screening of “The Wizard of Oz” at 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. Watch the 1939 musical film, rated G, and enjoy singing along to “Over the Rainbow,” “The Merry Old Land of Oz,” “We’re Off to See the Wizard” and more.
Read Full Article - Writing contest for Sequim students, grades 6-12
April 22, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a writing contest for Sequim students in grades 6-12. Submit original writing such as a fiction story, nonfiction essay, or poem that is 300 words or less to the Sequim Library by Wednesday, May 15. Students must incorporate the theme of “shoes” into their entry.
Read Full Article - National Library of Medicine Exhibit and Virtual Book Discussion
April 17, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is displaying the National Library of Medicine traveling banner exhibition, “Take Two and Call Me in the Morning: The Story of Aspirin Revisited,” at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St., from April 22 to May 11. Relatedly, NOLS is hosting a virtual book discussion about “The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness” by Meghan O’Rourke. Join the Zoom discussion at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7.
Read Full Article - May Book Discussion Groups
April 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Firewise presentation on Zoom, April 17
April 15, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering “Be Firewise at Home,” a virtual presentation by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources. Olympic Peninsula residents are invited to learn how to reduce wildfire risk and increase home safety and preparedness.
Read Full Article - Adults Night Out: Blues Fusion Dance on April 26
April 12, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting Adults Night Out, a new event series held four times per year in Forks. Put on your dancing shoes for the next event on Friday, April 26, from 6-8 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Learn a few Blues Fusion steps with local dance instructor Heather Sky Lietzke. Bring your partner or meet new friends.
Read Full Article - Open call for Eco Art in the Library
April 11, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites people living on the Olympic Peninsula to submit artwork inspired by environmental conservation for the Eco Art in the Library exhibition that will be displayed in the Port Angeles Main Library.
Read Full Article - Olympic National Park’s Perspectives Speaker Series: Bat Research
April 5, 2024 – “Bat Research on the Olympic Peninsula,” a presentation by Rebecca McCaffery, Ph.D., is the final event of this season’s Olympic National Park Perspectives Speaker Series, hosted by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). The talk begins at 7pm on Tuesday, April 9, in a hybrid format on Zoom and in person at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Celebrate National Poetry Month with Clallam County Poet Laureate
April 4, 2024 – Celebrate National Poetry Month in April with Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken. Here are several upcoming opportunities to experience poetry and share your own poems on the Olympic Peninsula. For more information, visit nols.org/poet.
Read Full Article - Olympic BirdFest Film Night on April 12
April 3, 2024 – To celebrate Olympic BirdFest, the North Olympic Library System (NOLS), Dungeness River Nature Center, and Jamestown S’Klallam Tribal Library are partnering to host a free film screening of “The Big Year” at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 12, at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St.
Read Full Article - Earth Month Seed Exchange at Forks Library
April 2, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting an Earth Month Seed Exchange from noon to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, and Saturday, April 20, at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Bring seeds from your garden to share or swap. The first 15 participants on each event date will receive a Garden Seed Starter Kit, limit one per household.
Read Full Article - (CANCELED) Science Talk: Gravitational Waves with LIGO on April 15
April 2, 2024 – Update April 11: This event has been canceled due to a change in the presenter’s schedule. NOLS apologizes for the inconvenience.
Read Full Article - Yarn Circle at Sequim Library Temporary Location in April
March 26, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) will resume Yarn Circle, now held at the Sequim Library Temporary Location, 609 W. Washington St. The event is offered every Saturday in April from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Attendees can bring their knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, or similar project.
Read Full Article - Little Hands Art program for ages 5 and younger
March 25, 2024 – Children ages 5 and younger can enjoy hands-on play with art materials during the Little Hands Art program at Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The free 45-minute program is offered twice on Wednesday, April 3, at 10 a.m. and again at 11 a.m.
Read Full Article - Homebuyer’s Info Night at the Forks Library, March 25
March 19, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a Homebuyer’s Info Night presented by Forks Avenue Real Estate on Monday, March 25, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Registration is optional, but encouraged.
Read Full Article - Humanities Washington talk on Museum Objects
March 18, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) presents Humanities Washington speaker and author Harriet Baskas for her talk, “Weird, Wonderful, and Worrisome Objects in Washington State’s Museums.” The free presentation will be on Zoom, Wednesday, April 3, at 7 p.m.
Read Full Article - April Book Discussion Groups
March 15, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - NOLS and Olympic National Park offer Poetry Walks along three trails in April and May
March 14, 2024 – Poetry Walks features nature-themed poems placed in inspiring locations along three Olympic National Park trails from April 1 through May 31. Returning for its 10th season, the experience is designed by North Olympic Library System (NOLS) in partnership with Olympic National Park to combine nature and art in playful and poignant ways.
Read Full Article - History Center’s “Signs and Designs” exhibit at Port Angeles Main Library
March 8, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS), in partnership with the North Olympic History Center, presents the exhibition “Signs & Designs: 100 Years of Advertising in Clallam County” at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The opening reception is Friday, March 15, 6:30-8pm, with a presentation at 7pm.
Read Full Article - Fourth-grade students compete in Battle of the Books on March 22
March 7, 2024 – See the joy of reading come alive as fourth-grade students from Clallam County schools take part in a trivia-style Battle of the Books competition at 6:30pm on Friday, March 22, at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The competition is the culmination of a school-year reading program.
Read Full Article - Sequim Library Moves to Temporary Location during Construction Project
March 5, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is excited to announce the Sequim Library Expansion and Renovation Project is entering its next phase in preparation for construction. Staff and professional movers who specialize in relocating library materials will soon be packing up approximately 50,000 items in the Sequim Library’s collection and moving to the temporary location, 609 W. Washington St., near the former JCPenney store.
Read Full Article - Learn how to start a business at the free Business and Connection program
March 1, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is partnering with the Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship (CIE) to offer a new program series, Business and Connection, at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. The first presentation, “How to Start a Business: The First Steps,” will be held on Tuesday, March 5, from noon to 2 p.m. There is no cost to attend and refreshments are provided.
Read Full Article - March Book Discussion Groups
February 15, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Zine Workshop with Jaiden Dokken
February 13, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting a Zine Workshop and Create-In led by local artist Jaiden Dokken on Saturday, March 2, from 3-5 p.m. in the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Learn about creative self-published booklets called zines and start making your own with the provided materials.
Read Full Article - Aging Well Speaker Series: Explore Posture Exercise Therapy
February 12, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers the Aging Well Speaker Series, a quarterly program featuring topics for those who want to live well while aging. This program replaces the Intentional Aging Monthly Discussion Group, and the new name better illustrates the contributions of guest speakers.
Read Full Article - New Year, Renewed You workshop on Feb. 15
February 12, 2024 – If you have made a New Year’s resolution and would like help getting started or staying motivated, attend “New Year, Renewed You,” a free workshop hosted by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Life Coach Sabrina Caverly leads the workshop on Thursday, Feb. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Olympic Theatre Arts Center, 414 N. Sequim Ave. No registration is needed.
Read Full Article - Fun-A-Day Library Takeover
February 9, 2024 – In collaboration with the North Olympic Library System (NOLS), Rainforest Council for the Arts will lead a Fun-A-Day Library Takeover on Saturday, Feb. 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Artists and craftspeople inspired by the Fun-A-Day daily art practice throughout January – and any community member who has made something creative this year – are invited to display their work.
Read Full Article - Concert and Family Dance Party with Eli Rosenblatt
February 8, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites people of all ages to a free Concert and Family Dance Party with Eli Rosenblatt. The Seattle-based musician combines world music, movement, and imagination in a high-energy mix that creates a unique interactive experience.
Read Full Article - February Friendship and Valentine Cards at Clallam Bay and Forks Libraries
February 2, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites people of all ages to celebrate friendship and love with a card decorating craft activity. Drop in to the free February Friendship and Valentine Cards event on Friday, Feb. 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Clallam Bay Branch Library, and on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Forks Branch Library.
Read Full Article - Nature Storytime at Dungeness River Nature Center
January 22, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) has partnered with the Dungeness River Nature Center to offer Nature Storytime on Saturday, Jan. 27, 10:30 to 11 a.m. inside Rainshadow Hall at the center, 1943 W. Hendrickson Rd., Sequim. This free drop-in program is open to all ages and geared toward children ages 5 and younger.
Read Full Article - Free computer classes at Port Angeles Main Library
January 18, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) offers free computer classes from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of the month, Jan. 23 through Oct. 22, at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. In November, the class meets on the third Tuesday, Nov. 19. The classes are part of the Northstar Digital Literacy Program that assists people interested in learning how to complete general tasks using a computer.
Read Full Article - Adults Night Out at Forks Library
January 18, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is hosting Adults Night Out, a new event series held four times per year in Forks. The series starts with a trivia night, 6-8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 26, at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave. Bring your partner or meet new friends and test your knowledge of North Olympic Peninsula trivia. Prizes are awarded each round.
Read Full Article - February Book Discussion Groups
January 16, 2024 – The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) hosts three Book Discussion Group meetings monthly. Registration is not required. Learn more at nols.org/book-groups (or call or visit the library for assistance).
Read Full Article - Jigsaw Puzzle Contests at Port Angeles Main Library
January 10, 2024 – This winter, the North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering three chances to race the clock and other puzzle teams at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Jigsaw puzzle contests start at 10 a.m. sharp on the second Saturday of the month, Jan. 13, Feb. 10 and March 9.
Read Full Article - Art, Angst and Acoustic: Open Mic at the Forks Library, Jan. 16
January 8, 2024 – Share your acoustic music and performance art at “Art, Angst and Acoustic: Open Mic,” a new event series designed for your creative self-expression, presented in partnership with Forks Branch Library and Rainforest Council for the Arts. The first open mic is set for Tuesday, Jan. 16, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave.
Read Full Article - New Year, Renewed You
January 8, 2024 – If you have made a New Year’s resolution and would like help getting started or staying motivated, attend “New Year, Renewed You,” a free workshop hosted by the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Life Coach Sabrina Caverly leads the workshop on Thursday, Jan. 11, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Olympic Theatre Arts Center, 414 N. Sequim Ave. No registration is needed.
Read Full Article - Craft Café at Port Angeles Main Library
January 2, 2024 – The Port Angeles Main Library invites crafters ages 15 and older to bring their in-progress projects to Craft Café, a new event offered from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, Jan. 8 through April 8. Attendees can connect with other creators and share expertise while working on their portable arts and crafts projects.
Read Full Article - Yarn Circle at Sequim Branch Library
January 2, 2024 – Sequim Branch Library is hosting a new Yarn Circle every Saturday in January from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. People ages 15 and older are invited to drop in with their knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, or similar project. Basic finger knitting supplies will be available for those who want to start something new. . All experience levels are welcome.
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