Upcoming Events
Super Story Time – Friendship Park
Stories, puppets, songs, rhymes and more! All ages welcome. If it rains or exceeds 90 degrees we will meet in the Covington Library Story Time Room instead.
Find out more »Meet author Natalie Baszile – Burien Library
Natalie Baszile, author of Queen Sugar, discusses writing and her novel. Oprah Winfrey and Academy Award-nominated director and producer Ava DuVernay adapted Queen Sugar as a television series in 2016; the series will continue for a second season this year. Join us for this lively discussion of Baszile's novel, the process of adaptation, contemporary African-American stories, and more. A Q&A and book-signing will follow the discussion. Books available for purchase from Page 2 Books.
Find out more »Meet author Patricia Tanumihardja – Fairwood Library
Food writer and expert on Asian and sustainable farm-to-table cooking, Patricia Tanumihardja will be on hand to discuss the secrets of vegetable-focused Asian cooking from her newest book, Farm to Table Asian Secrets. She will discuss how to create full-flavored vegetable dishes that are missing none of the umami normally associated with meat and dairy. Tastings from recipes found in the book will be available to sample. Copies of her books will be available for purchase and signing.
Find out more »Book to film – A Man Called Ove – Federal Way Library
Based on the novel by Fredrik Backman. Rated PG-13.
Find out more »Reading party in the park – Des Moines
Bring your own blanket or lawn chair and favorite summer read and join us as we listen to soothing music that compliments the reading experience! Reading parties are a great way to share your love of reading in a relaxing, fun atmosphere. Local DJs will share ambient, down tempo, neo-classical and relaxing cinematic sounds to enhance your reading in the park.
Find out more »Meet author Ann Hedreen – Renton Library
Ann Hedreen's award-winning memoir, Her Beautiful Brain, tells the story of what it was like to become a mom just as her own beautiful, brainy mother began to lose her mind to younger-onset Alzheimer's disease. Join Ann for a reading and conversation.
Find out more »Super Story Time – Friendship Park
Stories, puppets, songs, rhymes and more! All ages welcome. If it rains or exceeds 90 degrees we will meet in the Covington Library Story Time Room instead.
Find out more »Safe Sungazing – Solar Eclipse 2017 – Covington Library
Learn from a member of the Tacoma Astronomical Society how to view the upcoming solar eclipse on August 21. For ages 10 and older. Registered attendees will get a free pair of solar shades to view the sun safely! Call 253-630-8761 to register. The Tacoma Astronomical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering an interest in and understanding of astronomy in our region. TAS hosts activities for people of all ages and knowledge. Anyone is welcome to attend our…
Find out more »Reading party in the park – Burien
Bring your own blanket or lawn chair and favorite summer read and join us as we listen to soothing music that compliments the reading experience! Reading parties are a great way to share your love of reading in a relaxing, fun atmosphere. Local DJs will share ambient, down tempo, neo-classical and relaxing cinematic sounds to enhance your reading in the park.
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