NOLS now has laptop computers available for checkout. Laptops are available for a 2-hour loan period, for use on library property. The laptops automatically connect to NOLS Wi-Fi (and do not connect to any other network). Laptops are available to NOLS cardholders on a first-come, first-served basis during library curbside hours. Signing up for a library card is free and can be completed during Curbside Service hours.
Bid submissions are open for the sale of a new library bookmobile vehicle to the North Olympic Library System. Sealed bids will be received by the Library Director of the North Olympic Library System until 4:00PM (PST), Thursday, February 11, 2021.
The North Olympic Library System has launched a new curbside printing service for community members. Submit a file online, visit your local NOLS branch curbside and library staff will print your documents when you arrive. This service is free and limited to 25 sheets per day, during library curbside service.
Visit nols.org/printing to upload and submit documents anytime from any device with an internet connection. Print jobs will be held for 48 hours. After that time, documents need to be resubmitted.
Curbside Library Service (including returns, holds pick up, new library cards, and upload printing) is available in Forks, Port Angeles and Sequim from 10am-6pm Monday through Friday, and 10am-4pm on Saturday. In Clallam Bay, curbside service is available from 10am-6pm Monday through Wednesday, and 10am-5pm Thursday through Friday.
Miss browsing the collection? Request a NOLS Grab Bag! Each bag will contain up to 10 items selected by library staff and will be available for pickup via curbside service.
New NOLS online resource launched!
JobNow is a versatile online service designed to support every step of the job search process. JobNow features live online coaches who assist in resume/cover letter preparation, job interview help, and more!
New NOLS online resource launched!
HelpNow is a live online tutoring service designed to help with K-12 subjects, provide writing support and access to practice exams for ACT, SAT, GED, US Citizenship Test and more. Assistance is available in English and Spanish.
Curbside library service, including returns and holds pick-up, is available 11am-5pm Monday through Friday at all NOLS locations, and Saturday 10am to 2pm in Port Angeles, Sequim and Forks. To help slow the spread of the coronavirus, all NOLS branches remain closed to the public. Get all of the details of NOLS’ restart plan here.
Free masks are now available at all NOLS branches while supplies last.
Many parts of Clallam County do not have adequate internet service. Through Washington State University Extension, the Washington State Broadband Office, the Washington State Library and Microsoft, free, wireless internet access is available in the parking lot at the Forks Branch Library. Come check out our Drive-In WiFi Hotspot!
The North Olympic Library System has curated a webpage specifically to assist you while you stay home and stay safe. The Stay Home, Stay Safe webpage provides resources for self-care, learning from home, as well as COVID-19 news from reliable sources and more! Learn. Create. Connect. Start exploring at www.nols.org/stay-home-stay-safe.