The North Olympic Library System is the place for special events and activities for all ages and interests. The Library sponsors storytimes and reading readiness programs for children, film showings, author visits, and community information programs, library orientations and tours and much more. Library meeting rooms are used regularly by local groups such as clubs and non-profits for presentations, lectures and other programs. Connect with your community at the Library!
Build It!
Saturday, January 25, 10am - 12pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Stop by to create and play! Kids will be encouraged to let their imaginations run free while they construct their own creations using LEGO® bricks.
Virtual Reality @ the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, January 27, 4pm - 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Bilingual Storytime
Tuesday, January 28 at 10:30am
Port Angeles Main Library
Listen to stories, play games, and sing songs in both English and Spanish. Families with children of all ages are welcome!
Teen Lounge
Tuesday, January 28, 3:30pm - 5pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Want a place to hang out and have some fun? Come to the Teen Lounge on Tuesdays! Drop by, have a snack, play games, do some art projects, learn some tech skills, and talk with friends. For teens and tweens ages 11-19.
Olympic National Park Perspectives Speaker Series
Tuesday, January 28 at 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
A park guide for over 20 years in Gunung Mulu National Park, Borneo, Syria recently volunteered at the Hoh Rain Forest. Join her for enticing stories and visuals about the contrasts between these tropical and temperate environments.
Bilingual Storytime
Wednesday, January 29 at 10:30 am
Sequim Branch Library
Listen to stories, play games, and sing songs in both English and Spanish. Families with children of all ages are welcome!
Build It!
Saturday, February 1, 2pm - 4pm
Sequim Branch Library
Stop by to create and play! Kids will be encouraged to let their imaginations run free while they construct their own creations using LEGO® bricks.
Little Bitta Love with Harmonica Pocket
Wednesday, February 5 at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Join Harmonica Pocket’s Keeth Apgar for a light-hearted musical sing-a-long storytime. Learn new finger rhymes and songs as you sing and laugh out loud!
Virtual Reality @ the Sequim Branch Library
Thursday, February 6, 1pm - 4pm
Sequim Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Books & Cookies:
A Book Discussion Group for 5th & 6th Graders
Thursday, February 6 at 2:45pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library
5th and 6th graders – join your friends and eat treats while sharing good reads!
PAWS to Read
Thursday, February 6 at 3:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Dogs make great listeners for readers of all ages! Share a story with a furry, four-legged friend from Therapy Dogs International.
Virtual Reality @ the Clallam Bay Branch Library
Friday, February 7, 2pm - 4pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience immersive and interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older.
Books & Cookies:
A Book Discussion Group for 5th & 6th Graders
Friday, February 7 at 3:30pm
Forks Branch Library
5th and 6th graders – join your friends and eat treats while sharing good reads!
Second Saturday Science: “Visual–eyes”
Saturday, February 8, 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
The Second Saturday Science series—for ages 7 to 12—creates fun, hands-on opportunities for children to explore concepts related to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Registration is required.
2nd Saturday Book Discussion Group
Saturday, February 8 at 3pm
Sequim Branch Library
The Second Saturday Book Discussion Group brings great, fiction and nonfiction, classic and contemporary books to life, exploring those shared lives together in a round table setting. Discussions take place the second Saturday of every month at 3pm. Participation is free, and no registration is required. Drop-ins are always welcome.
Junior Science Explorers: You’ve Got Nerve
Saturday, February 8 at 12:30pm
Sequim Branch Library
The Pacific Science Center will guide young children in exploring how the brain works in identifying textures, scents, and other sensory input. Registration is required.
Annual Valentine Card-Making Extravaganza
Monday February 10 – Friday February 14
Open hours
Clallam Bay Branch Library
Bring your imagination and create a valentine for someone special! You supply the creativity, NOLS will supply the cards, envelopes, glitter glue, stickers, feathers, and more! All ages welcome.
Virtual Reality @ the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, February 10, 1pm - 4pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
2nd Tuesday Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, February 11 at 11am
Port Angeles Main Library
The Second Tuesday Book Discussion Group reads both fiction and nonfiction titles, and meets at 11am on the second Tuesday of every month. Attend as often as you wish. Drop-ins are always welcome.
Olympic National Park Perspectives Speaker Series
Tuesday, February 11 at 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
In this presentation, WDFW Wolf Coordinator Julia Smith will provide the history and background about wolves in Washington, discuss wolf biology and natural history, give information about WDFW’s conservation and management of wolves, delve into resources for coexisting with wolves, and hold a Q&A session.
Guided Meditation & Relaxation Virtual Reality
Thursday, February 13, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Sequim Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience guided meditation and relaxation with an interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration required.
Gansango Music & Dance Performance and Drum Workshop
Thursday, February 13
Performance: 4pm (Living Room Area)
All-ages Drum Workshop: 6:30pm (Carver Room)
Port Angeles Main Library
Watch the stunning talents of a multicultural group of dancers and musicians come alive in traditional contemporary dance from West Africa. Afterwards, join an all-ages drumming workshop with Gansango performers.
Valentine’s Crafts for All Ages
Thursday, February 13, 4-6pm
Sequim Branch Library
Spread the Love with Valentine’s letters, cards, crafts, and snacks. This family-friendly program is open to participants of all ages.
Toddler and Baby Prom & Dance Party
Friday, February 14 at 10:30am
Forks Branch Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a dance party for toddlers and babies! DJ Librarians will spin in a special program designed to get toddlers, babies and parents moving.
Toddler and Baby Prom & Dance Party
Friday, February 14 at 10:30am
Port Angeles Main Library
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a dance party for toddlers and babies! DJ Librarians will spin in a special program designed to get toddlers, babies and parents moving.
Kids Create Art
Saturday, February 15 at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Kids Create Art provides fun, hands-on opportunities for children to explore various artistic media. All classes will take place from 10:30am to 11:30am on the third Saturday of the month. Registration is required.
Toothy Storytime
Tuesday, February 18 at 10:30am
Port Angeles Main Library
Dr. Turella of Jamestown Family Dental Clinic will present special storytimes with tips on how to care for healthy teeth and gums. Songs, rhymes, and games for the whole family.
Toothy Storytime
Wednesday, February 19 at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Dr. Turella of Jamestown Family Dental Clinic will present special storytimes with tips on how to care for healthy teeth and gums. Songs, rhymes, and games for the whole family.
Teen Tech Lounge
Thursday, February 20, 3pm - 4:30pm
Sequim Branch Library
This monthly space for teens 13 and older includes access to NOLS’ laptop lab, Jackbox Games, Oculus virtual reality, crafts, snacks, and more.
Virtual Reality @ the Sequim Branch Library
Thursday, February 20, 5pm - 7:30pm
Sequim Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
PAWS to Read
Friday, February 21 at 11am
Forks Branch Library
Dogs make great listeners for readers of all ages! Share a story with a furry, four-legged friend from Therapy Dogs International.
Virtual Reality @ the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, February 24, 4pm - 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Novel Conversations Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, February 26 at 4pm
Sequim Branch Library
Novel Conversations is a monthly book discussion group fostering dialogue around works of fiction and nonfiction, exploring world literature in a round-table setting. The Novel Conversations Book Discussion Group meets at 4pm on the fourth Wednesday of each month in the Sequim Branch Library meeting room.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion Group
Wednesday, February 26 at 6:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
The Wednesday Evening Book Group reads both fiction and nonfiction titles. The group meets at 6:30pm on the fourth Wednesday of every month in the Coffey Room at the Port Angeles Main Library. Attend as often as you wish. Drop-ins are always welcome.
Virtual Reality @ the Sequim Branch Library
Thursday, March 5, 1pm - 4pm
Sequim Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Virtual Reality @ the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, March 9, 1pm - 4pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Olympic National Park Perspectives Speaker Series
Tuesday, March 10 at 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
How do scientists monitor changes in high alpine glaciers, and what trends are they observing? Bill Baccus breaks down the science, and what it means for the future of Olympic’s watersheds.
Yoga Storytime
Friday, March 13 at 10:30am
Forks Branch Library
Bend, stretch, and sing at Yoga Storytime! This interactive storytime will feature stories, songs, yoga poses, and breathing exercises for children and their caregivers. No yoga experience is necessary.
Guided Meditation & Relaxation Virtual Reality
Friday, March 13, 2pm - 4pm
Forks Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience guided meditation and relaxation with an interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older.
Virtual Reality @ the Sequim Branch Library
Thursday, March 19, 5pm - 7:30pm
Sequim Branch Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Kids Create Art
Saturday, March 21 at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Kids Create Art provides fun, hands-on opportunities for children to explore various artistic media. All classes will take place from 10:30am to 11:30am on the third Saturday of the month. Registration is required.
Virtual Reality @ the Port Angeles Main Library
Monday, March 23, 4pm - 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Adults and teens can experience interactive 360° video using Oculus Rift and Go headsets. Signed waivers are required and participants must be 13 and older. Registration is required.
Yoga Storytime
Tuesday, April 7 at 10:30am
Port Angeles Main Library
Bend, stretch, and sing at Yoga Storytime! This interactive storytime will feature stories, songs, yoga poses, and breathing exercises for children and their caregivers. No yoga experience is necessary.
Olympic National Park Perspectives Speaker Series
Tuesday, April 14 at 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Patrick Loafman will share some adventures of his 3-year quest to photograph every plant found in Washington’s Coast Range. Learn about the challenges of creating a simple key to allow plant enthusiasts to more easily identify plants.
Kids Create Art
Saturday, April 18, at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Kids Create Art provides fun, hands-on opportunities for children to explore various artistic media. All classes will take place from 10:30am to 11:30am on the third Saturday of the month. Registration is required.
Yoga Storytime
Wednesday, April 22 at 10:30am
Sequim Branch Library
Bend, stretch, and sing at Yoga Storytime! This interactive storytime will feature stories, songs, yoga poses, and breathing exercises for children and their caregivers. No yoga experience is necessary.
Book Wars 2019-20
Clallam County seventh and eighth-grade students are invited to compete in Book Wars, a collaborative trivia-based program that encourages reading for fun.
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books is a year-long collaborative project between NOLS and schools from around Clallam County, including homeschooled students. From October through February, Library staff will hold book discussions at fourth-grade classrooms, as well as facilitate a homeschooled group.
Storytimes
NOLS offers weekly storytimes September through May. Other special storytimes are offered throughout the year at each branch. Library storytimes create critically important early literacy opportunities for young children and their parents or caregivers.
Tech-Know-Logy: One-on-one Appointments with a Library Expert
The North Olympic Library System is offering free, 30-minute appointments with expert library staff for hands-on, one-on-one technology tutoring. To schedule your technology appointment, submit a request online here or call your local NOLS branch.