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!
Join the Big Library Read!
October 12 through October 26 Systemwide Event
OverDrive’s Big Library Read program, the world’s largest global eBook reading club, connects millions of readers around the world with the same eBook at the same time. NOLS patrons will have unlimited downloadable access to Chelsea Sedoti’s debut novel, The Hundred Lies of Lizzie Lovett.
All-Ages Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest
October 30 and 31
Clallam Bay Branch Library
Show off your mad pumpkin carving and decorating skills at the Clallam Bay Branch Library! All entries must be received no later than 4pm on Tuesday, October 31. Prizes for Best in Show will be awarded in four age divisions: youth (6 and under); kids (7-12); young adult (ages 13-17); and adult (18 and older).
Harry Potter Movie Series
Fridays at 3:15pm, October 20, October 27, November 3
Sequim Branch Library
Celebrate 20 years of Harry Potter! Watch all nine films and join Harry as he progresses through his years at Hogwarts, ending with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them!
Evening with an Author: Nancy Pearl
Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
“America’s Librarian” and NPR books commentator Nancy Pearl will visit the Port Angeles Main Library to discuss her most recent book and first novel, George & Lizzie.
CreativiTea
Saturday, October 21 at 1pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Enjoy an afternoon of hot tea, good company, and creation. Explore grayscale coloring, pressed-leaf frames, and holiday papercrafts at CreativiTea sessions.
Art Blast! with Kuinka
Friday, October 27 at 6:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Seattle quartet Kuinka will bring what NPR Music has referred to as “joyous folk pop” into the heart of the library to celebrate the opening of a new Art in the Library exhibit.
After-Hours Lock-In!
Monday, October 30 at 6-8pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Explore the library after it closes in a costume party designed just for young adults ages 12-18.
Sequim Library Expansion Informational Presentation
Monday, October 16 at 6pm
Sequim Branch Library
Informational presentation about the Sequim Library Expansion Project. Open to everyone. Organize a group of friends or neighbors and bring them along. Get informed!
Kids Create Art
Third Saturdays at 10:30am, October 21 through April 21
Sequim Branch Library
Led by local artists, the Kids Create Art program series, recommended for
ages 7 to 12 creates fun, hands–on opportunities for children to explore various artistic media.
Documentary Nights!
Tuesdays at 6pm, October 24, November 28, December 12
Sequim Branch Library
Join your friends and neighbors for eye-opening journeys and inspired stories from some of today’s most innovative and gifted filmmakers during Documentary Nights! at the Sequim Branch Library.
Family Flicks
2pm every first Saturday, October 7 through April 7
Sequim Branch Library
Family Flicks provides free family entertainment, popcorn, and fun movie trivia!
Evening with an Artist: Caldecott Medalist Javaka Steptoe
Thursday, November 9 at 6:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Join Caldecott Medalist Javaka Steptoe for an all ages, hands-on art workshop. Books will be available for purchase from Odyssey Bookshop.
Advanced Planning Seminar
Friday, November 3 at 1:30pm
Clallam Bay Branch Library
Have you been meaning to update your Health Care Directive or Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, or just want to communicate better with your friends and family about their plans? This three-hour seminar will get you on your way to communicating your end-of-life plans with loved ones.
Read It or Weep!
Friday, November 10 at 7pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Read great books and have fun with friends in a trivia-style competition for adults! Start reading now-don’t lose a minute! Grab your neighbors, friends, coworkers, family, book club, anyone you know-make a team of 4-6 people.
Jim Gill Family Concert
Tuesday, November 14 at 6:30pm
Port Angeles Main Library
Get ready to sing, clap, dance, and sneeze along during an interactive concert with award-winning musician and author Jim Gill. Jim Gill’s distinctive music play creates the spirit of a family room and is an invitation to children, parents and grandparents to sing and play together!
Yoga Storytime
Friday, November 10 at 10:30am
Forks Branch Library
Yoga storytime is an interactive experience building early literacy skills and healthy bodies at the same time! Featuring stories, songs, yoga poses, and breathing exercises for children and their caregivers. No yoga experience necessary!
Art in the Library
October 6 through January 29
Sequim Branch Library
The current Art in the Library exhibit features the silk batik art and oil paintings of Carolyn Doe, and will be on display at the Sequim Branch Library.
Art in the Library
July 21 - October 17
Port Angeles Main Library
The current Art in the Library show features Pop Art , and will be on display from July 21 through October 17 at the Port Angeles Main Library. This program has been made possible by generous contributions from the Friends of Port Angeles Library.
PAWS to Read
Friday, October 20 at 11:30am
Forks Branch Library
Dogs make great listeners for readers of all ages! Visit the Forks Branch Library to share a story with a furry, four-legged friend from Olympic Gentle Paws Therapy Dog Club.
Battle of the Books: A Book Club for Fourth Graders
October - February
Systemwide Event
Battle of the Books is a year-long collaborative project between NOLS and schools from around Clallam County, including homeschooled students
Music for Baby & Me Storytime
Fridays at 11:15am, September 15 - December 15
Port Angeles Main Library
Music for Baby & Me storytimes feature songs, fingerplays, and rhymes for babies up to 24 months–old and their parents or caregivers.
Toddler Storytime
Fridays at 10:15am, September 15 - December 15
Port Angeles Main Library
This fun storytime at the library features picture books, fingerplays, music, and plenty of movement and wiggles for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers.
Kindergarten Express Storytime
Tuesdays at 10:15am, September 12 – December 12
Port Angeles Main Library
Kindergarten Express is a free, weekly storytime series featuring picture books.
Storytimes
September - May
Sequim Branch Library
Library storytimes create critically important early literacy opportunities for young children and their parents or caregivers. A love for reading and books is one of the most precious gifts you can give to the young people in your life.
PAWS to Read
October - May
Sequim Branch Library
Discover the joy of reading with a little help from some furry friends at the Sequim Branch Library!
TechKnowLogy: One-on-one Appointments with a Library Expert
The Port Angeles Main Library is offering free, 30-minute appointments with expert library staff for hands-on, one-on-one technology tutoring. To schedule your TechKnowLogy appointment, send an email to Discover@nols.org.