Library Calendar: Jan. 11, 2018

Thursday, Jan. 11

Colfax – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. – Rural Alliance High School Art Show – The Community is invited to browse paintings, drawings, collages, pottery and more from area high school students. Exhibit ends on Jan. 12.

Rosalia – 10:15 a.m. – Tiny Tinkers – Special 30 minutes of science and sensory exploration for babies and toddlers. Dress for a mess (but not to worry, you can leave the mess at the library.)

Colfax, LaCrosse and Tekoa – Storytime – Take your children on a reading adventure. Please visit the website for times.

Albion – 5 to 7:30 p.m. – Knit Night and Fireside Chats – Join your neighbors for an evening of socializing and crafting.

Colfax Hyde Out – 6:30 p.m. – Trivia Night – Bring your team, test your knowledge and win fantastic prizes. Remember to bring your library card for a bonus point. Special Whitman County category.

Friday, Jan. 12

Colfax, Palouse and Rosalia – Play and Learn – Weekly program for little ones and their grownups to play and socialize.

Endicott, Malden, St. John and Uniontown – Storytime – Enjoy engaging stories and imaginative activities every week.

Colfax – 12 p.m. – Fitting Room – Women's interactive study of Kelly Minter's “The Fitting Room” led by Becky Ewing.

Colfax – 4:15 to 6:45 p.m. – Rising Stars Dance – Children’s dance classes for various levels. Contact Keri at 432-6961.

Saturday, Jan. 13

Rosalia Brass Rail – 7 p.m. – Trivia Night – Compete with friends for glory and gift cards. Come see what you really know.

Rosalia – 6 to 8 p.m. – Teen Comfort Night – After the busy holidays and return to school, 6th -12th graders are invited for a comfy evening of movies. Bring a pillow, cuddly blanket and your favorite comfort food to share.

Sunday - Monday, Jan. 14 - 15

All fourteen branches of Whitman County Library are closed Jan. 14 and 15 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The website, online catalog and downloadable books on Libby or Overdrive are always available for your convenience.

Tuesday, Jan. 16

Farmington and Rosalia – Storytime – Children make new friends, sing, play and gain early literacy skills. Visit the library’s online events calendar for branch times and details.

St. John – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play and Learn – Parents and preschoolers, join us for play, sharing and fun with friends.

Colfax – 2 to 4 p.m. – Color Me Crafty – Adults are invited to enjoy a relaxing environment coloring with friends.

Palouse – 3:30 p.m. – Afterschool Fun-tivities – The library is teaming up with WSU for fantastically fun STEM activities.

Colfax – 6 to 8 p.m. – Tech Tuesday: Fake News – Is this news or fake news? Distinguishing between fact and fiction has become increasingly challenging. Former journalist, Peter Haug, will discuss what fake news is and how to spot it.

Wednesday, Jan. 17

Colfax – 10 to 11 a.m. – Fit and Fun – Seniors are invited for gentle exercise and low-impact aerobics to swinging music.

Albion and Oakesdale – Storytime – Songs, games, stories and crafts are all part of the fun at your library’s Storytime.

Colfax, Endicott and Tekoa – Crazy 8’s Math Club – Kids sign-up today for math gone wild. Crazy 8s is a fun, frenzied and FREE after school program which is guaranteed to knock your socks off.

Uniontown – 3:30 p.m. – Third Wednesday – Afterschool arts and crafts for K-6th graders every third Wednesday.

Thursday, Jan. 18

Colfax – 2:15 to 5:15 p.m. – Blood Drive – Save lives by donating blood. Go to inbcsaves.org and avoid the wait.

Colfax, Colton and Farmington – 3:30 p.m. – Third Thursday – Fun activities, crafts and games at the library after school.

Rosalia – 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Parenting Workshop Series – Healthy Tekoa Coalition and DSHS are offering a free, six week parenting class with babysitting paid and other incentives. Pre-registration is required.

Endicott – 7 p.m. – Ladies Night: Painting Party. – Bring a girlfriend and a snack to share while we get creative. Please RSVP to Tia at 657-3429 and note the $8 supply fee.

For more information or to learn about future events, stop by your local library, visit http://www.whitco.lib.wa.us, or call 509-397-4366.