Book Discussion Groups
Ongoing, through December 2023
Attend any of the four monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Haikus From Here: Open Call for Poems
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for a chance to be published in Coffee News!
Game Lounge
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: December 1
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: January 11
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
World AIDS Day: Art in the Library
Port Angeles Main Library
Opening Night Event: Friday, December 1, 6:30-8pm
Live performances start at 7pm, in person and on Zoom
Exhibition: December 1, 2023 through February 29, 2024
World AIDS Day: Art in the Library is an exhibition celebrating work made by artists living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, and by others contributing to the conversation.
Crossword Contest
Port Angeles Main Library: Saturday, December 2, 10am-12pm
Forks Branch Library: Saturday, December 9, 10am-12pm
The timed Crossword Contest begins at 10am sharp! Come as a team of up to two people, or join up with a new friend at the event. Complete all three puzzles for bragging rights! Puzzles will be scored for accuracy and winners announced on NOLS’ Facebook page.
Bad Art Night
Forks Branch Library: Monday, December 4, 5:30-7pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, December 19, 4:30-6pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? This program is for you. Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
It’s All Fun and Games
Port Angeles Main Library: Second Saturdays, 10am-12pm
Next Event Date: December 9
Drop in to piece together jigsaw puzzles, and play a mix of board games and card games. Come as you are, or bring a friend and your favorite game to teach others! Ages 15 and up.
Poetry Write-In
Olympic Cellars, 255410 Highway 101, Port Angeles
Sunday, December 10, 3-5pm
Hosted by Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken, with live music by Ginny Holladay. Sip wine, listen to live music, and write poetry! Work on your craft alongside other folks. Bring your drafts, or start something new.
The Boys in the Boat Book Discussion
Locally Known Cowork, 112 W. Washington St., Sequim
Monday, December 11, 6-7pm
Zoom: Thursday, December 14, 11am-12pm
Join in reading "The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown and talk about it at a book discussion hosted by the Sequim Branch Library. Pick up a free copy of the book starting December 1, while supplies last.
No Pressure Book Club
Forks Branch Library: December 11, 6-7pm
No Pressure Book Club is a time for folks to gather to discuss what they are reading. No pressure to read the same book, and no pressure to read the newest and hottest titles!
Art from the Heart
Forks Branch Library: Saturday, December 16, 11am-12pm
Local artist Daria Hunt will provide an interactive workshop focusing on the healing that art can provide.
Intentional Aging: Palliative & Hospice Care
Zoom: Tuesday, December 19, 11am-12:30pm
Register Here
Priya Jayadev, Executive Director of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, will discuss palliative and hospice care. These patient- and family-centered care options provide comfort and improve quality of life for people experiencing life-limiting illness. Learn about the unique choices available in Clallam County, and how to know when care is appropriate.
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Port Angeles Main Library: 3rd and 4th Wednesdays, 11am-1pm
Next Event Date: December 20
Watch a mix of popular films during Wednesday Movie Matinee, open to all adults. Come by yourself or bring a friend to enjoy a movie and some snacks.
Family Movie Matinee
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Fourth Fridays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: December 22
Sit back and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Library. The movies will be in English with Spanish subtitles.
Bad Art Night for Adults
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, January 2, 5:30-7pm
Forks Branch Library: Monday, January 8, 5:30-7pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
Drop-In Tech Help
Sequim Branch Library - First Fridays, 9:30-11am
Next Event Date: January 5
Clallam Bay Branch Library - First Fridays, 1:30-2:30pm
Next Event Date: January 5
Stop by the library for help using NOLS’ online resources. Bring your portable device and learn how to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, streaming music, video, and more.
Yarn Circle
Sequim Branch Library: Saturdays in January, 9-10:30am
Next Event Date: January 6
Enjoy warm company and tea when you drop in at Yarn Circle. Bring your own project or supplies for finger-knitting will be provided. Ages 15 and up.
2024 Book Discussion Groups
Virtual on Zoom: Second Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Next Event Date: January 10
Sequim Branch Library: Second Saturdays, 3-4pm
Next Event Date: January 13
Port Angeles Main Library: Fourth Wednesdays, 6-7pm
Next Event Date: January 24
Attend any of the three monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic
Forks Branch Library: Third Tuesdays, alternating months, 6:30-8pm
Next Event Date: January 16
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.
Computer Classes: Northstar Digital Literacy Program
Port Angeles Main Library, Coffey Room:
Fourth Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm
( January 23, February 27, March 26)
Next Event Date: January 23
Want to brush up on your computer skills or learn how to use the computer for the first time? Build your computer confidence with free computer classes through the Northstar Digital Literacy Program.
Adults Night Out!
Forks Branch Library: Four times per year, fourth Fridays, 6-8pm
(January 26, April 26, July 26, October 25)
Next Event Date: January 26
From games to scavenger hunts and date night, join the fun! A different activity is planned for each event.
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.
Take A Poem & Leave A Poem
Ongoing, 2023
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!
Book Discussion Groups
Ongoing, through December 2023
Attend any of the four monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Haikus From Here: Open Call for Poems
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for a chance to be published in Coffee News!
World AIDS Day: Art in the Library
Port Angeles Main Library
Opening Night Event: Friday, December 1, 6:30-8pm
Live performances start at 7pm, in person and on Zoom
Exhibition: December 1, 2023 through February 29, 2024
World AIDS Day: Art in the Library is an exhibition celebrating work made by artists living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, and by others contributing to the conversation.
Crossword Contest
Port Angeles Main Library: Saturday, December 2, 10am-12pm
Forks Branch Library: Saturday, December 9, 10am-12pm
The timed Crossword Contest begins at 10am sharp! Come as a team of up to two people, or join up with a new friend at the event. Complete all three puzzles for bragging rights! Puzzles will be scored for accuracy and winners announced on NOLS’ Facebook page.
It’s All Fun and Games
Port Angeles Main Library: Second Saturdays, 10am-12pm
Next Event Date: December 9
Drop in to piece together jigsaw puzzles, and play a mix of board games and card games. Come as you are, or bring a friend and your favorite game to teach others! Ages 15 and up.
Poetry Write-In
Olympic Cellars, 255410 Highway 101, Port Angeles
Sunday, December 10, 3-5pm
Hosted by Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken, with live music by Ginny Holladay. Sip wine, listen to live music, and write poetry! Work on your craft alongside other folks. Bring your drafts, or start something new.
Intentional Aging: Palliative & Hospice Care
Zoom: Tuesday, December 19, 11am-12:30pm
Register Here
Priya Jayadev, Executive Director of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, will discuss palliative and hospice care. These patient- and family-centered care options provide comfort and improve quality of life for people experiencing life-limiting illness. Learn about the unique choices available in Clallam County, and how to know when care is appropriate.
Wednesday Movie Matinee
Port Angeles Main Library: 3rd and 4th Wednesdays, 11am-1pm
Next Event Date: December 20
Watch a mix of popular films during Wednesday Movie Matinee, open to all adults. Come by yourself or bring a friend to enjoy a movie and some snacks.
2024 Book Discussion Groups
Virtual on Zoom: Second Wednesdays, 4-5pm
Next Event Date: January 10
Sequim Branch Library: Second Saturdays, 3-4pm
Next Event Date: January 13
Port Angeles Main Library: Fourth Wednesdays, 6-7pm
Next Event Date: January 24
Attend any of the three monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Computer Classes: Northstar Digital Literacy Program
Port Angeles Main Library, Coffey Room:
Fourth Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm
( January 23, February 27, March 26)
Next Event Date: January 23
Want to brush up on your computer skills or learn how to use the computer for the first time? Build your computer confidence with free computer classes through the Northstar Digital Literacy Program.
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, 2023
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!
Book Discussion Groups
Ongoing, through December 2023
Attend any of the four monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Haikus From Here: Open Call for Poems
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for a chance to be published in Coffee News!
Poetry Write-In
Olympic Cellars, 255410 Highway 101, Port Angeles
Sunday, December 10, 3-5pm
Hosted by Clallam County Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken, with live music by Ginny Holladay. Sip wine, listen to live music, and write poetry! Work on your craft alongside other folks. Bring your drafts, or start something new.
The Boys in the Boat Book Discussion
Locally Known Cowork, 112 W. Washington St., Sequim
Monday, December 11, 6-7pm
Zoom: Thursday, December 14, 11am-12pm
Join in reading "The Boys in the Boat" by Daniel James Brown and talk about it at a book discussion hosted by the Sequim Branch Library. Pick up a free copy of the book starting December 1, while supplies last.
Intentional Aging: Palliative & Hospice Care
Zoom: Tuesday, December 19, 11am-12:30pm
Register Here
Priya Jayadev, Executive Director of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, will discuss palliative and hospice care. These patient- and family-centered care options provide comfort and improve quality of life for people experiencing life-limiting illness. Learn about the unique choices available in Clallam County, and how to know when care is appropriate.
Drop-In Tech Help
Sequim Branch Library - First Fridays, 9:30-11am
Next Event Date: January 5
Clallam Bay Branch Library - First Fridays, 1:30-2:30pm
Next Event Date: January 5
Stop by the library for help using NOLS’ online resources. Bring your portable device and learn how to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, streaming music, video, and more.
Yarn Circle
Sequim Branch Library: Saturdays in January, 9-10:30am
Next Event Date: January 6
Enjoy warm company and tea when you drop in at Yarn Circle. Bring your own project or supplies for finger-knitting will be provided. Ages 15 and up.
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, 2023
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!
Book Discussion Groups
Ongoing, through December 2023
Attend any of the four monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Haikus From Here: Open Call for Poems
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for a chance to be published in Coffee News!
Game Lounge
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: December 1
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: January 11
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
Crossword Contest
Port Angeles Main Library: Saturday, December 2, 10am-12pm
Forks Branch Library: Saturday, December 9, 10am-12pm
The timed Crossword Contest begins at 10am sharp! Come as a team of up to two people, or join up with a new friend at the event. Complete all three puzzles for bragging rights! Puzzles will be scored for accuracy and winners announced on NOLS’ Facebook page.
Bad Art Night
Forks Branch Library: Monday, December 4, 5:30-7pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, December 19, 4:30-6pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? This program is for you. Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
No Pressure Book Club
Forks Branch Library: December 11, 6-7pm
No Pressure Book Club is a time for folks to gather to discuss what they are reading. No pressure to read the same book, and no pressure to read the newest and hottest titles!
Art from the Heart
Forks Branch Library: Saturday, December 16, 11am-12pm
Local artist Daria Hunt will provide an interactive workshop focusing on the healing that art can provide.
Intentional Aging: Palliative & Hospice Care
Zoom: Tuesday, December 19, 11am-12:30pm
Register Here
Priya Jayadev, Executive Director of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, will discuss palliative and hospice care. These patient- and family-centered care options provide comfort and improve quality of life for people experiencing life-limiting illness. Learn about the unique choices available in Clallam County, and how to know when care is appropriate.
Bad Art Night for Adults
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, January 2, 5:30-7pm
Forks Branch Library: Monday, January 8, 5:30-7pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
Art, Angst & Acoustic: Open Mic
Forks Branch Library: Third Tuesdays, alternating months, 6:30-8pm
Next Event Date: January 16
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.
Adults Night Out!
Forks Branch Library: Four times per year, fourth Fridays, 6-8pm
(January 26, April 26, July 26, October 25)
Next Event Date: January 26
From games to scavenger hunts and date night, join the fun! A different activity is planned for each event.
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, 2023
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!
Book Discussion Groups
Ongoing, through December 2023
Attend any of the four monthly meetings. All are welcome to join the conversation!
Haikus From Here: Open Call for Poems
Ongoing
Submit haiku poems to Poet Laureate Jaiden Dokken for a chance to be published in Coffee News!
Game Lounge
Forks Branch Library - First Fridays, 3:30-5pm
Next Event Date: December 1
Clallam Bay Branch Library - Second Thursdays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: January 11
Bring your own games or play board games, card games, puzzles and more from the Library’s collection.
Bad Art Night
Forks Branch Library: Monday, December 4, 5:30-7pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, December 19, 4:30-6pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? This program is for you. Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
Intentional Aging: Palliative & Hospice Care
Zoom: Tuesday, December 19, 11am-12:30pm
Register Here
Priya Jayadev, Executive Director of Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, will discuss palliative and hospice care. These patient- and family-centered care options provide comfort and improve quality of life for people experiencing life-limiting illness. Learn about the unique choices available in Clallam County, and how to know when care is appropriate.
Family Movie Matinee
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Fourth Fridays, 3-5pm
Next Event Date: December 22
Sit back and enjoy a family-friendly movie at the Library. The movies will be in English with Spanish subtitles.
Bad Art Night for Adults
Clallam Bay Branch Library: Tuesday, January 2, 5:30-7pm
Forks Branch Library: Monday, January 8, 5:30-7pm
Do you love to art but don’t consider yourself an artist? Join NOLS to create something imperfect or just outright BAD, all for fun! Supplies provided.
Drop-In Tech Help
Sequim Branch Library - First Fridays, 9:30-11am
Next Event Date: January 5
Clallam Bay Branch Library - First Fridays, 1:30-2:30pm
Next Event Date: January 5
Stop by the library for help using NOLS’ online resources. Bring your portable device and learn how to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, digital magazines, streaming music, video, and more.
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, 2023
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!