Exhibits

• In Memory of Erick Karlsson, photographer

  A retrospective exhibit of photography by Erick Karlsson. Please join family and friends for a reception on Saturday, March 6 from 2:30-5:30 p.m.
  Tuesday, March 2 through Saturday, March 27
  White Salmon Valley Community Library (Sprint Baker Gallery)

• James Wilhelm Art Show

  See a diverse picture of the world and its inhabitants through the eyes of local artist James Wilhelm.
  Viewing during library operating hours.
  Tuesday, March 2 through Wednesday, March 31
  Stevenson Community Library (Gallery)

Feature Programs
for the Next 30 Days

• Game On! (ages 12-19)

  Online games. Rock Band on XBOX 360. New Wii Games. Connect Four. Pizza donated by Beneventi's. Limited space -- sign up early.
  Saturday, March 13 from 6:10-8:10 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Knitting at the Library

  On ongoing group. Have an enjoyable time in a relaxed atmosphere learning a new art.
  Mondays from 10-11:30 am
  La Center Community Library

• Weekly Chess Club

  All ages welcome. Informal chess play for all ages and abilities. Bring your own board and chess pieces.
  Mondays from 5 to 7:45 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• "Bocaditos" (a bite, a snack)

  Come and practice your Spanish-speaking skills with other adults. Two native Spanish speakers will help you remember those long-forgotten conjugations and correct your pronunciation. Bring your lunch!
  Tuesdays from 12-1 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• After School Special - GAMES! (grades 4-12)

  Bring your YuGiOh or Magic-the-Gathering cards, or play with our board games. We have dice, cards and puzzles, too.
  Tuesdays from 4-6 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Dolly Dessert

  Parade your favorite stuffed animal, doll or action figure right through the library. Enjoy guest storytellers bringing the magic of books to life. Refreshments and door prizes. Music provided by Opus School of Music. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.
  Tuesday, March 16 at 6 pm
  Ridgefield Community Center (next to the library)

• Make a Podcast @ Your Library (ages 12-19)

  Learn how to make a podcast of this downloadable audio format. Bring your ideas and your friends. We'll have recording equipment and snacks.
  Tuesday, March 16 at 6 pm
  Stevenson Community Library

• Unnatural Causes: Film and Discussion Series

  Join the Klickitat Healthy People Action Network and the Goldendale Library for a discussion series on health and health care in America. This series will show episodes from the documentary "Unnatural Causes" and host a moderated discussion afterward.
  Tuesdays, March 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 6 pm
  Goldendale Community Library

• The Stitchery Group

  A free, informal weekly drop-in get-together. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome including projects like knitting, spinning, crocheting, quilting and mending.
  Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Drop-In Knitting

  Knit one, purl one! Bring your project and spend time with other knitters! Experienced knitters will be there to lend a helping hand.
  Wednesdays, March 3 and 17 from 4:30-6 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Read to the Dogs (ages 5-12)

  Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Registration begins Wednesday, March 10. Call (360) 571-9696 to sign up.
  Wednesday, March 17 from 5-7 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Knit-In

  Open to anyone who likes to knit or wants to learn. Volunteers will be available to teach and assist.
  Wednesdays at 6 pm
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• Read to the Dogs (ages 5-12)

  Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Registration begins Wednesday, March 10. Call (360) 571-9696 to sign up.
  Wednesday, March 17 from 5-7 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Stitch Wits

  Join our drop-in stitchery group! Bring your project to work on at this weekly informal get-together. Knitting, crochet, needlepoint, embroidery, quiltin and all other kinds of stitchery welcome!
  Wednesdays from 6-7:30 pm
  Battle Ground Community Library

• Three Creeks Writers' Group

  Bring your writing to this non-judgmental writing group where you will encouraged to share. This group is open to all writing levels.
  Thursday, March 18 from 6-8 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Wild on Wildlife: Birds of Prey

  Birds of prey featuring LIVE BIRDS, presented by Cathi Wright. For humans of ALL AGES!
  Friday, March 19 at 4 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Manga Mania (ages 12-19)

  Three authors and a bonus to consider -- which do you like best? Borrow a copy of the book at the library before Book Club day. Read it! Bring it back on Book Club day and enjoy a snack as you share your opinion of the book. This month: Fruit Basket Vol. 1Natsuki Takaya.
  Friday, March 19 at 3:30 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Anime-zing Woodland

  A monthly program for teens and tweens. Adults welcome.
  Friday, March 19 from 4-6 pm
  Woodland Community Center (next door to the library)

• Washougal Gaming Group

  Join this informal group for fun playing RPGs! We speak and play Dungeons and Dragons, GURPS, Call of Cthulu, etc.! Light snacks provided by Friends of Washougal Community Library.
  Fridays from 4-6 pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Teen Movie Night (ages 12-19)

  Snacks! Soda! Call the library for movie title.
  Friday, March 19 at 7 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Imagine That! (ages 5-9)

  We provide the materials, you provide the imagination. Enjoy creative, hands-on activities that will make some of our favorite books come to life! This month: I Spy by Walter Wick and Jean Marzollo.
  Saturday, March 20 at 1 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Doll Tea Party

  Bring your favorite doll or stuffed animal for snacks, stories and a craft.
  Saturday, March 20 at 3 pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Spaceship OMSI (K-5th grade)

  Many concepts of space science are presented through hands-on station activities.
  Saturday, March 20 at 3 pm
  Vancouver Mall Community Library

• An Apple a Day…A Tribute to Johnny Appleseed

  Join us for apple crafts and more! All ages are welcome.
  Saturday, March 20 from 3:00-4:30 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• Knitting at the Library

  On ongoing group. Have an enjoyable time in a relaxed atmosphere learning a new art.
  Mondays from 10-11:30 am
  La Center Community Library

• Weekly Chess Club

  All ages welcome. Informal chess play for all ages and abilities. Bring your own board and chess pieces.
  Mondays from 5 to 7:45 pm
  Vancouver Community Library

• "Bocaditos" (a bite, a snack)

  Come and practice your Spanish-speaking skills with other adults. Two native Spanish speakers will help you remember those long-forgotten conjugations and correct your pronunciation. Bring your lunch!
  Tuesdays from 12-1 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• After School Special - GAMES! (grades 4-12)

  Bring your YuGiOh or Magic-the-Gathering cards, or play with our board games. We have dice, cards and puzzles, too.
  Tuesdays from 4-6 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Teen Movie (ages 12-19)

  Come see a free showing of the movie based on the book by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan.
  Tuesday, March 23 at 5 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• The Tween Scene!
  Where Families Meet to Talk about Books (ages 9-12 and one parent)

  The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart. Refreshments provided. Each month a free copy of the "book of the month" will be given to those attending to keep. Call (360) 571-9696 to register.
  Tuesday, March 9 at 6:30 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• The Stitchery Group

  A free, informal weekly drop-in get-together. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome including projects like knitting, spinning, crocheting, quilting and mending.
  Wednesdays from 10 am to 1 pm
  Ridgefield Community Library

• Anime Club (grades 6-12)

  Enjoy a feature film and snacks provided by Friends of the Library.
  Friday, March 26 at 3:30 pm
  Stevenson Community Library

• Family Movie Matinee

  Watch a fun animated movie the whole family will enjoy. Popcorn and drinks provided. Call the library at (509) 493-1132 for movie title.
  Saturday, March 27 at 1 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Poets' Circle

  Bring poems to share and be prepared to write. Listeners welcome.
  Saturday, March 27 at 4:30 pm
  Washougal Community Library

• Make Your Own iPod Case and Duct Tape Wallet (ages 12-19)

  The iPod case can be customized to fit whatever electronic device you have.
  Tuesday, March 30 at 5 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library

• May's Vote

  Learn about two fascinating women from Washington's past and their efforts to win the vote for women in Washington State in 1910 in this living history presentation of Emma Smith DeVoe and May Arkwright Hutton. Underwritten by Soroptimists of Mt. Adams.
  Tuesday, March 30 at 7 pm
  White Salmon Valley Community Library

• Kids' Club (ages 8-12)

  Enjoy games, readers' theater and snacks. Games provided or bring your own to share.
  Wednesday, April 7 at 3 pm
  Goldendale Community Library

• Super Saturday: Cool Tunes for Kids with Eric Herman

  Come have fun with one of the most creative and entertaining kids' music artists in the world today!
  Saturday, April 10 at 2 pm
  Three Creeks Community Library

• Gaming @ the Library

  Use our new projection system to play Rock Band and Guitar Hero. For unplugged games, we'll have board and card games here for you. You're also welcome to bring your own.
  Tuesday, April 13 at 5 pm
  Cascade Park Community Library