Every Saturday in March, 10 am – 3 pm, while supplies last
Drop by the library to pick up a colorful paper vehicle toy. Cut, fold, and play with your new toy at home!
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
In-person - No registration required.
Our March selection is Once There Were Wolves.
Synopsis: Inti Flynn arrives in Scotland with her twin sister, Aggie, to lead a team of biologists tasked with reintroducing fourteen gray wolves into the remote Highlands. She hopes to heal not only the dying landscape, but Aggie, too, unmade by the terrible secrets that drove the sisters out of Alaska. Inti is not the woman she once was, either, changed by the harm she's witnessed-inflicted by humans on both the wild and each other. Yet as the wolves surprise everyone by thriving, Inti begins to let her guard down, even opening herself up to the possibility of love. But when a farmer is mauled to death, Inti knows where the town will lay blame. Unable to accept her wolves could be responsible, Inti makes a reckless decision to protect them. But if the wolves didn't make the kill, then is something more sinister at play?
We also have a Thursday (March 13) afternoon discussion meeting.
This event is free / This event is for adults
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
School-aged kids and their families are invited to build a Lego masterpiece at our free drop-in program.
In-person - No registration required.
Our March selection is Once There Were Wolves.
Synopsis: Inti Flynn arrives in Scotland with her twin sister, Aggie, to lead a team of biologists tasked with reintroducing fourteen gray wolves into the remote Highlands. She hopes to heal not only the dying landscape, but Aggie, too, unmade by the terrible secrets that drove the sisters out of Alaska. Inti is not the woman she once was, either, changed by the harm she's witnessed-inflicted by humans on both the wild and each other. Yet as the wolves surprise everyone by thriving, Inti begins to let her guard down, even opening herself up to the possibility of love. But when a farmer is mauled to death, Inti knows where the town will lay blame. Unable to accept her wolves could be responsible, Inti makes a reckless decision to protect them. But if the wolves didn't make the kill, then is something more sinister at play?
We also have a Tuesday (March 11) afternoon discussion meeting.
This event is free / This event is for adults
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot has waitlisted spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted at the last-minute on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
The Digital Navigator Program (DNP) is a free service made possible by a partnership between Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) and the Washington County Broadband Action Team. The DNP is funded in part by American Connections Corps, an AmeriCorps program dedicated to advancing economic prosperity by bridging the digital divide. This project is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP0228 awarded to Washington County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Get ready for gardening season by meeting fellow gardeners and get some seeds, seedlings and plants for your garden. Please bring ready-to-grow plants. Avoid wilted, newly dug, bare root, pest-ridden, and dormant bulbs. Depending on the number of participants we may limit the number each attendee can take.
Gardeners of all levels and abilities are welcome. We'll have experienced gardeners here to answer questions!
This program is part of GHCL's Garden Home Green Thumbs, which hosts quarterly events to inspire gardeners. We host an annual spring seed swap and other special events. If you’d like to be on the email list for future events, please contact Heather W.
Registration requested so we know how to set up
“We know we cannot plant seeds with closed fists. To sow, we must open our hands.” – Adolfo Perez Esquivel
Get ready for spring planting as OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™, Terri Rottman, shares information about seeds and growing plants!
Attendees will learn about selecting and storing seeds. Terri will cover container and seeding media choices, and when and how to sow them. She will also discuss requirements for seed germination and seedling care.
Terri Rottman has been serving as an OSU Extension Service Master Gardener™ since 2024. She has also volunteered with the Washington County Master Gardener Association in their Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate, as well led a “Nature Journaling” workshop.
OSU Extension Master Gardeners™ are volunteer educators, neighbors, and on-the-ground researchers who serve their community with solid training in science-based, sustainable gardening and a love of lifelong learning.
This program is part of GHCL's Garden Home Green Thumbs, which hosts quarterly events to inspire gardeners. We host an annual spring seed swap (Sat., March 15) and other special events. If you’d like to be on the email list for future events, please contact Heather W.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Limited Space. Registration required
Registration closes March 14.
All ages are welcome to join us for this presentation on the history and cultural significance of henna. Attendees will receive a henna cone and basic designs to practice. Bakul will offer small henna designs for interested attendees.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Come and get a new to you jigsaw puzzle. We’ll put out puzzles for all ages, and of all sizes on a cart out in the hallway full of puzzles for you to peruse.
If bringing puzzle(s), please make sure they are are in good condition, in their original box, and have all their pieces. Also, please make sure that pieces are in a bag inside the box. Turn in puzzles that you are bringing to library staff at the check out desk. All ages and all sizes of puzzles welcome!
Registration required (registration closes 1 hour before this event)
Our March meeting topic is "introduction to the writing process". Carol Imani will lead us in a workshop that covers free writing, brainstorming, clustering, drafting, revision, and editing. During this meeting you will get to practicing free writing, clustering and editing.
About our presenter: Imani is a retired writing instructor with 25 years of college and continuing ed teaching experience who has recently moved to the neighborhood and would welcome the opportunity to be teaching again. I teach classes which include talking about readings (of short stories, poetry and essays) as well as learning a method for writing without anxiety and sharing writing in class.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Learn to make seek-and-find art, similar to Where’s Waldo or I Spy books... but with a fun twist! We’ll use red tinted decoders to up-level our creations and make extra amazing art! This drop-in workshop is ideal for school-aged kids and their families, and all ages/abilities are welcome to join in the art making!
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot has waitlisted spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted at the last-minute on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
The Digital Navigator Program (DNP) is a free service made possible by a partnership between Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) and the Washington County Broadband Action Team. The DNP is funded in part by American Connections Corps, an AmeriCorps program dedicated to advancing economic prosperity by bridging the digital divide. This project is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP0228 awarded to Washington County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot has waitlisted spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted at the last-minute on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
The Digital Navigator Program (DNP) is a free service made possible by a partnership between Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) and the Washington County Broadband Action Team. The DNP is funded in part by American Connections Corps, an AmeriCorps program dedicated to advancing economic prosperity by bridging the digital divide. This project is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP0228 awarded to Washington County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Family Storytime is cancelled today.
Instead, please join us at THPRD’s Marhaba celebration at 11 am - 3 pm, in the Garden Home Rec Center gym. Say hi to us at our library table and choose a free book you can take home and keep!
Family Storytime is cancelled today.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot has waitlist spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted at the last-minute on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
The Digital Navigator Program (DNP) is a free service made possible by a partnership between Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) and the Washington County Broadband Action Team. The DNP is funded in part by American Connections Corps, an AmeriCorps program dedicated to advancing economic prosperity by bridging the digital divide. This project is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP0228 awarded to Washington County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
Choose from an assortment of beads of all colors, shapes, and sizes and make beaded bracelets for yourself, to give as gifts, or to trade. Ideal for ages 4+, and everyone in the family is invited to get creative with our selection of beaded bracelet making supplies.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Registration is requested but not required. This is in an in-person meeting.
In February, our writer's group is thrilled to host writer James Bryne, who will speak about: "showing rather than telling," pacing in the mystery/thriller genre, and book launches.
About the speaker: James Byrne writes under various names and has published 13 other novels in the realm of thrillers and mysteries. Byrne's newest book - Chain Reaction - was published at the end of January. Find out more about James and “The Gatekeeper” at jamesbyrnethriller.com.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Come and get a new to you jigsaw puzzle. We’ll put out puzzles for all ages, and of all sizes on a cart out in the hallway full of puzzles for you to peruse.
If bringing puzzle(s), please make sure they are are in good condition, in their original box, and have all their pieces. Also, please make sure that pieces are in a bag inside the box. Turn in new puzzles you want to swap to library staff. All ages and all sizes of puzzles welcome!
Virtual Program - Registration Required
James Cameron’s Titanic told the invented story of the Heart of the Ocean; a fictional blue diamond necklace lost tragically in the ship’s famous sinking. But what about the real treasures that were lost when the Titanic sank? For over a century, the world has been intrigued by the story of the Titanic. When tragedy struck on April 14, 1912, in addition to the incredible loss of life, a nearly incalculable amount of goods plummeted into the ocean, never to be seen again. This lecture takes a closer look at and tells the stories of some of the more interesting and valuable treasures lost on that fateful night.
Mallory Mortillaro is an art historian and educator. She has ten years of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She studied at Drew University.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Registration encouraged but not required.
Attorney Michelle-Shari Kruss will discuss the importance of estate planning, regardless of your age or financial situation. Many believe estate planning is only for the wealthy or the elderly, but that's a misconception! We’ll cover why everyone should have a plan in place, from young adults to retirees, and how it can provide peace of mind and security for you and your loved ones. Learn the key components of a solid estate plan, the potential pitfalls of waiting, and actionable steps to get started on your planning journey. Don’t wait—start pedaling toward a secure future today!
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
This event has been cancelled due to weather. Registrants will be contacted to reschedule.
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide can help you learn about home connectivity, devices, and digital skills. Register for a slot. Bring your device or use a library computer. Registrants will be contacted for more details.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot has waitlist spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted at the last-minute on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
The Digital Navigator Program (DNP) is a free service made possible by a partnership between Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) and the Washington County Broadband Action Team. The DNP is funded in part by American Connections Corps, an AmeriCorps program dedicated to advancing economic prosperity by bridging the digital divide. This project is being supported, in part, by federal award number SLFRP0228 awarded to Washington County by the U.S. Department of the Treasury.
In-person - No registration required.
Our February book is “Crow Talk” by Eileen Garvin. The best-selling author of The Music of Bees returns with the story of the unlikely friendship between a lonely ornithologist and an Irish musician working to save an injured crow in the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
We also have a Tuesday (Feb. 11) evening discussion meeting.
This event is free / This event is for adults
School-aged kids and their families are invited to build a Lego masterpiece at our free drop-in program.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
In-person - No registration required.
Our February book is “Crow Talk” by Eileen Garvin. The best-selling author of The Music of Bees returns with the story of the unlikely friendship between a lonely ornithologist and an Irish musician working to save an injured crow in the wild beauty of the Pacific Northwest.
We also have a Thursday (Feb. 13) afternoon discussion meeting.
This event is free / This event is for adults
Program is open to all ages.
Have arts & crafts supplies you no longer want or need? Drop-in and swap with other crafters!
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Zoom meeting – Registration required
Test your smarts at our monthly Trivia Night. Playing with a team is recommended; but you can also play solo. Team sizes are limited to 5. See how much you know about the four themed sets of questions. Themes vary monthly. Prizes awarded to the team or individual with the most points, AND the team or individual with the least points.
Meeting details will be emailed the afternoon of the event around noon and to any last minute registrations around 6 pm.
This event is free / Suggested age: 18+
No registration required.
Bring your own craft project (we’ll provide the tea) to work on, while you enjoy the company of fellow craft enthusiasts. All levels are welcome.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Every Saturday in February, drop by the library to pick up a fun origami fortune teller to take home and make. Fun for all ages. Available while supplies last.
Do you need one-on-one assistance with your digital questions? A trusted guide will give you one-on-one help to assist you with devices and digital skills. You may bring your own device or use a library computer. This is a free program in partnership with American Connection Corps & The Washington County Broadband Action Team.
Slots are 30-40 minutes long. Sign up for your preferred time slot: 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, or 5:15. Once you register a staff member will contact you for additional details.
Each slot will have one waitlist spot available, in the event of cancellation or no-show. If you sign up for the waitlist, you may be contacted on the day of the event if we have an appointment available.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Virtual meeting for January
During our first meeting of 2025, we’ll talk about what we want to learn and presenters we may want to invite.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
Virtual Program - Registration required
Who doesn’t love learning about a priceless painting found in an attic? Or a sculpture sitting for decades in a public garden, only to be found out as an Italian treasure? After art historian Mallory Mortillaro found herself in the middle of her own art history discovery when she uncovered the provenance of a Rodin sculpture sitting in New Jersey town hall, she learned just how many times this has happened before. This lecture explores the stories of several different important and valuable works of art that have been rediscovered in unexpected places. The program reviews a brief background of each piece, artist, and how the piece came to be lost, and then found.
About the presenter: Art Historian Mallory Mortillaro has ten years of teaching experience and has worked on various art research projects for museums and organizations in the New York metropolitan area. She studied at Drew University.
Make some bracelets for yourself, to give as gifts, or to trade. This drop-in crafty event is ideal for ages 8-12, and everyone in the family is invited to get creative with our bracelet making supplies.
Every Wednesday and Saturday at 10:00 am, visit Garden Home Community Library for a live and in-person storytime.
Our storytime books and activities are ideal for kids ages 3-8, and the entire family is welcome to join in the fun. Together, we will read, write, sing, talk, and play-- these are five fun and powerful ways to strengthen the skills that we use when we read.
