The First Lady Presented National Medal to Pierce County Library System
First Lady Michelle Obama presented the National Medal for Museum
and Library Service to Pierce County Library System in a White House ceremony on Wednesday, May 9. Community member Jo Cruz and Pierce County Library System Executive Director Neel Parikh accepted the award. The National Medal is the nation’s highest honor recognizing museums and libraries for service to community. The award celebrates institutions that make a difference for individuals, families, and communities.

Pierce County READS Author Events – Featured Author Paula McLain: May 17

Featured Author Paula McLain – Thousands of people throughout Pierce County have been participating in the community one-book program, Pierce County READS, for the past two months. To culminate the free program, meet this year’s featured writer, New York Times best-selling author Paula McLain
at McGavick Conference Center @ Clover Park Technical College, in
Lakewood, on Friday, May 17, 7 p.m. Presentation and book signing.

Kathleen Flinn
– Award-winning author of two memoirs with recipes, Kathleen Flinn, will
inspire listeners to participate in her passion for home cooking. University Place Pierce County Library, Thursday, May 16, 7 p.m.

Gregg Olsen
– New York Times best-selling author Gregg Olsen will share how he creates a
detailed narrative that offers readers fascinating insights into the lives of
people caught in extraordinary circumstances. Pierce College Puyallup, Arts and Allied Health Building, 1601 39th Ave. S.E., Friday, May 17, 12 p.m.

Board of Trustees Meeting: May 15

At its May meeting Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees will hear about the Library’s National Medal award and Innovations Initiative proposals. The Board will also discuss a policy about naming buildings and areas and review other issues. The Board of Trustees will meet at the Library’s Processing and Administrative Center, 3005 112th St. E., in Tacoma, on Wednesday, May 15, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. The meetings are open to the public.

Library Snapshot Day 2013
Thank you to the 96,485 people who visited Pierce County Libraries and checked
out 260,820 books, DVDs and other materials during Library Snapshot Day 2013! See photos on the Library’s Flickr page.

Stop. Motion! May 15
Put into action what you learn about the history and principles of film and
animation! Create your own claymation figure and begin the process of making a
stop-motion video. Ages 10 – 18. Summit Pierce County Library,
on Wednesday, May 15, 3 – 5 p.m.

The Friends of the Bonney Lake Library Used Book Sale: May 16-19
Help support library services and find great bargains on used books and other
materials. Bonney Lake Pierce County Library, 18501 90th St. E., Thursday, May 16, 12 – 5 p.m.; Friday, May 17, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Bag sale on Sunday, May 19, 1 – 4 p.m. $2 per bag.

The Harmonica Pocket – Concert and More! May 17
All ages will enjoy this interactive event rolled up with hula hoops, ukuleles,
Dr. Seuss, and apples! The Harmonica Pocket will share imaginative renditions
of American folk classics and original songs from their award-winning albums. Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive N.W., on Friday, May 17, 10:30 a.m.

Calligraphy Bookmarks: May 18
Get a free personalized bookmark created by members of the Calligraphy Guild of
Tacoma. Mark your place in a book, or give as a gift to a grandparent, parent,
or older friend in honor of Older Americans Month. University Place Pierce
County Library, 3609 Market Place W., on Saturday, May 18. Drop in 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Knitting and Crocheting for Charity: May 19
Teens! Earn volunteer hours for school. Knit or crochet for charitable organizations – hats, scarves, and 8″x 8″ squares to combine into blankets. All skill levels are welcome. Crochet hooks, knitting needles and yarn will be provided. South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E., on Sunday May 19, 1:30 – 5 p.m.

Learn more about free events on the calendar @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar.aspx?id=281