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 Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. The program includes a fun activity based on the book.
Tabletop Role-Playing Game Night will be held monthly at the Port Angeles and Forks branches of the North Olympic Library System (NOLS). Drop in and adventure to other worlds. Bring your own group or make new friends at the event. Most of the provided games are recommended for ages 8 and up; children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tweens and teens in grades 4-12 can play Magic: The Gathering on Mondays from 3 to 4 p.m. at the Port Angeles Main Library, 2210 S. Peabody St. Snacks, standard decks and extra basic land cards will be available at the weekly “Magic Monday” event.
Beginning Sept. 8, the Forks Branch Library, 171 S. Forks Ave., will offer Bad Art Night for Adults on the second Monday of each month, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The free event provides an opportunity to be creative without any pressure or expectation of how an art piece should look. This program is designed for adults, but children are welcome with supervision.
The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) invites teens and tweens to connect with their peers, have fun and help shape future programs at their local library. All NOLS branches offer opportunities for teens to build leadership skills and earn community service hours.
The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is offering monthly LEGO programs where kids can drop in to create, play and build. All materials are provided. LEGOs will remain in the library at the conclusion of each program.
The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) is seeking community input to help shape its next five-year Strategic Roadmap. Whether you visit the library every week or haven’t been in years, NOLS wants to hear from you.
The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) announces the release of two limited-edition library cards designed by local artists Sarah Necco and Lance Snider. Necco’s design captures the peninsula’s natural beauty using watercolor and ink, while Snider’s digital illustration features a read-a-thon in a castle’s library.
On March 14, President Trump issued an executive order directing the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to significantly reduce its operations. The order calls for the elimination of non-statutory components of the agency. While it was not immediately certain what this directive would entail, in recent weeks IMLS staff have been placed on administrative leave and previously awarded grants have been terminated.
The North Olympic Library System (NOLS) Board of Trustees approved three resolutions recognizing significant donations to the new Sequim Library during their regular meeting on March 27, 2025.