PIERCE COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM RECEIVES NATIONAL GRANT$10,000 grant provides youth sensory kits to all PCLS locations PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – The Pierce County Library System (PCLS) has been awarded a $10,000 Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities grant from the American Library Association (ALA). The initiative provides funding and resources to help small…
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Library savings cost community connection
OPINION – Marianne Lincoln The Pierce County Library system changed its hours. Ostensibly, this was to save the system money. What is may be costing to communities is harder to calculate, but may be significant. The local library is one of the few places left where small community groups could meet without cost. The meeting…
Donations needed for PEER KENT at P/S Library
PEER KENT, Peer Services Specialist at the Parkland-Spanaway Library is collecting donations specific to the needs of the community. If possible, please deliver to the Parkland-Spanaway Library. If I am not there, please let the staff know they are for Sandy. You don’t need to call first. CURRENT NEEDS:Sleeping BagsHandwarmersTentsNew underwear (men and women)New socks…
Need help with rent or eviction?
Do you have a legal issue related to eviction or landlord-tenant laws? Join us for a “Partner Pop-Up” event hosted by Pierce County Libraries, TacomaPROBONO, and Pierce County Human Services. TacomaPROBONO will be available to answer legal questions, provide information and resources, and determine eligibility for assistance. Also in attendance will be the Eviction Prevention…
Library trustee position open
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – At the Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees’ Wednesday, Jan. 10, 3:30 p.m., regular monthly meeting, the Board will continue reviewing updates to policies, hear about progress for the interim Lakewood Pierce County Library, discuss recruiting a new Board of Trustee, and address additional business. The meeting will be held in person at the Pierce County Library…
Sumner Library vote, how about Frederickson?
PIERCE COUNTY, Washington – Participate in an open house to learn more about plans for a new Sumner Pierce County Library at the current library located at 1116 Fryar Ave., on Wednesday, June 28, 11 a.m.-noon or 6-7 p.m. The Pierce County Library System and City of Sumner are asking voters to consider funding a new Sumner Library in the Aug….
Seed Swap for local gardeners – Feb. 4
Seed Swap, Seed Saving Workshop, and Potluck on February 4 at Parkland Spanaway Library. Free! 6 p.m. 8 p.m. Bring excess seeds either purchased or saved, cuttings, or transplants to trade with community members. We are lucky to have Kelda Lorax of Divine Earth Gardening Project teaching a seed saving workshop to answer all your seedling questions. The…
Library: Make a splash with new tech skills
PIERCE COUNTY LIBRARY — Make a splash in the workplace and at home with new marketable technology skills. Dive into more than 250 Microsoft IT Academy training courses for free with your library card. Take self-paced, self-directed online classes with hands-on practice to improve your computer skills and become more proficient with Microsoft applications. Read…
Download winter magazines for free
Your Pierce County library card gives you access to free downloads of popular magazines that you can keep. Try out new cookie recipes, craft a homemade wreath, knit a cozy sweater, find ideas for great inexpensive gifts, learn holiday jokes and stories to tell, relax with a touching tale. The list is endless. Read more…
Anti-Valentines Party
Friday, Feb 14 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Summit Pierce County LibraryTacoma,WA Do you love to hate Valentine’s Day? Un-celebrate with moody music, broken heart cookies, cranky crafts and unsentimental party games. Participants are encouraged to wear black. Ages 10-18.
Read to a Dog at the Graham Library
Graham Pierce County Library has Read to a Dog program on Tuesday evenings 6:30-7:30 and it is free. All dogs who participating dogs are certified therapy dogs. For more information call the Graham Library at 253-548-3322. Cheryl Evans says, “My dog Lucy goes and I thought you might like to spread the word so we might…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Jan. 6-12
Become a U.S. Citizen Find help with becoming a U.S. citizen. Prepare for the citizenship exam, and learn about American history, democracy, interviews and vocabulary. Registration is required. To sign up, contact Tacoma Community House, 1314 S. L St., in person, by phone: 253-383-3951, or by email citizenship@tacomacommunityhouse.org Lakewood Pierce County Library, 6300…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 30-Jan. 5
Become a U.S. Citizen Find help with becoming a U.S. citizen. Prepare for the citizenship exam, and learn about American history, democracy, interviews and vocabulary. Registration is required. To sign up, contact Tacoma Community House, 1314 S. L St., in person, by phone: 253-383-3951, or by email citizenship@tacomacommunityhouse.org Lakewood Pierce County Library, 6300…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 23-29
Puppets Please: Dec. 23 Colorful marionettes perform an in-the-round holiday variety show! Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, Monday, Dec. 23, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Computer Class: Dec. 23 Drop in for help with searching and downloading free e-books and e-audiobooks. Lakewood Pierce County Library, Monday, Dec. 23, 2 – 3:30 p.m….
Garfield Book Company Holiday Party
PARKLAND, WA — On Thursday at 2:00pm, the Garfield Book Company, 208 S Garfield Street, Suite 101, Tacoma, near PLU, will have a Holiday Party. John Sundstrom of Lark & Steve Roberts of Wine Trails NW will be here doing cooking demonstrations and wine sampling! Stop by for an afternoon of fun, food, drinks, raffles, door prizes, gifts…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 16-22
Holiday Events: Dec. 16-21 Celebrate the holidays with free events, including puppet shows at nine libraries. Locations, dates and times @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar Computer Classes: Dec. 16-19 Make the most of your iPad, navigate the Internet, choose an e-reader, and download free e-books to to your Kindle. Register online @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar Discuss a Book:…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 9-15
Kids’ Events: Dec. 2-7 Sing along with Caspar Babypants, play to learn, read to a dog, create art or hang out after school. Locations, dates and times @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar Computer Classes: Dec. 9-14 Choose an e-reader or tablet, download to your Kindle, and practice basic computer skills. Register online @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar Discuss a…
Happenings @ Pierce County Library System: Dec. 2-8
Teen Events: Dec. 2-4 Hang out with other teens while you make Shrinky Dink holiday ornaments or gifts, decorate a shirt, and help make the library even better with teen council. Locations, dates and times @ http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/calendar Computer Classes: Dec. 2-5 Get started in Excel and Word, try out e-books and…