Produce Swap
June - September

Swap and share your excess produce! Bring your extra produce (fresh & whole only) to the library, and take home something different from another garden.

• First come, first served
• Only take what you will use
• Bring your own bag or container
• Eat at your own risk - neither the library nor the grower are responsible for the produce provided

Adult Summer Reading Program
Tuesday, June 16th - Friday, August 14th

Plant A Seed, Read! For every 100 pages that you read, black out a book on the tree. Attend any library program or bring in 2 non-perishable food bank donations to black out a root. Receive an entry into the end of summer drawing for every 5 books or every 2 roots that you black out. Finish the entire tree to get a special entry!

Raffle drawing on August 14th at 3:30 PM!

Book Group
Monday, July 20th, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Monday, August 17th, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

July's book will be a novel, "A Spool of Blue Thread" by Anne Tyler.

August's book will be a novel, "The Housekeeper and the Professor" by Yoko Ogawa.

Book Group meets on the 3rd Monday of the month in the Library Meeting Room. The Friends of the Library support the Book Group financially, and purchase 10 copies of each title that check out for 2 weeks. Books are kept in the work room, so ask the staff at the circulation desk for a copy.

Click here to view the full monthly selections for the year. To be on the e-mailing list, contact Michelle Traer at mtraer@osgov.com.

Genealogy Café
Thursday, July 23rd, 11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Gather information and documentation about your ancestors! Leave with the tools to continue researching your heritage.

Contact Carrie at 206-276-7889 to schedule an appointment.

Ocean Shores French Club
Thursdays from 12:00 - 2:00 PM. July 23rd, 30th, August 6th & 13th.

Practice speaking French, build your skills, and enjoy French language and culture in a fun, supportive environment. All levels welcome.

D&D Game Night
Fridays from 4:30 - 7:30 PM. July 24th, 31st & August 14th. (No D&D 8/7)

Want to play Dungeons and Dragons but don't have group of people to play with? The library has all the materials you'll need to play, all you need to bring is a desire to adventure! This program is open to everyone ages 10 and older. No prior experience with D&D is required, players of all experience levels are welcome!

Hotdog Party
Friday, July 24th, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Celebrate National Grilling Month with a free hotdog for everyone!

Get bubbly and excited with Westport Bubble Works!

Plus enjoy kids crafts & outdoor games with Niko!

Senior Citizen & Disability Exemption Program
Wednesday, July 29th, 12:30 - 2:00 PM

Join Dan Lindgren, Grays Harbor County Assessor for an informative presentation on the Senior & Disability Exemption Program, available to all full-time Grays Harbor residents that are 61 years of age or older. Learn who qualifies, how the program works, and how it can reduce property taxes for eligible seniors.

Acrylic Painting: Painting Animals
Wednesday, July 29th, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Learn how to paint a colorful animal painting with acrylics. Techniques include sketching and color layering. All skill levels welcome! SilverKite Community Arts® cultivates empathy and belonging through intergenerational and community-based arts programming.

Registration Required! Limited spots available.

Watercolor Painting: Landscapes
Saturday, August 1st, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Learn to paint a landscape focusing on clouds, sky, mountains or the ocean, using wet and dry watercolor techniques. All levels welcome.

Registration Required! Limited spots available.

Introduction to Square Dancing
Monday, August 3rd, 7:00 - 9:00 PM

First Monday of every month.

Join us for a fun and friendly introduction to square dancing - no experience (or partner) needed! Featuring live instruction with a licensed caller who’ll have you dancing in under 30 minutes. Open to adults and teens!

Sound Bowl for Sleep
Friday, August 7th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Ready to relax and unwind? Join our online Sound Bowl session designed to help you drift into a peaceful sleep. Let the soothing sounds of crystal bowls wash over you, melting away stress and calming your mind. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their sleep quality or just chill out after a long day. Grab your comfiest blanket, find a cozy spot, and tune in for a night of deep relaxation. Sweet dreams are just a sound bowl away!

Registration Required.

Terrarium Workshop
Saturday, August 8th, 12:00 - 2:30 PM

Forget watering hassles - join our workshop led by local Master Gardeners to create your own terrarium. Learn how to build a self-sustaining environment with healthy soil and beautiful plants, all with little to no maintenance.

Participants are required to bring their own 1-gallon glass jar. Registration Required.

Friends of the Library (FOL) Monthly Meeting
Monday, August 10th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM (Social Time at 1:30 PM)

Guest speaker - Bob Mossuto Jr. The Eagle Riders MRA is a committed non-profit organization based in Ocean Shores, Washington. Our primary mission is to support families in need within our community. During the holiday season, we distribute essential items such as food to families and provide clothing and toys to children. Additionally, the Eagle Riders MRA extends its support to veterans and senior citizens. We actively participate in various local children's events, support other non-profit organizations, and work alongside fellow riding clubs. United by our purpose, we ride to make a positive impact and give back to those in need.

The Ocean Shores Friends of the Library is dedicated to providing support and advocacy for the library. FOL is instrumental in supporting children, adult, and teen library programs as well as the new pavilion rugs and computers. Attend the meeting and find out what’s happening now. The FOL welcomes you and your ideas to continue their excellent contributions to your library.

Hiking New Zealand’s Old Ghost Road
Friday, August 14th, 2:00 - 3:00 PM

Do you love being in nature and hiking or mountain biking but are worried about schlepping the weight needed for a multi-day trip in the back-country?

New Zealand's hut-to-hut tracks provide a great opportunity to reduce pack weight while offering amenities that really enhance the experience.

Patti will show slides and discuss her 5-day tramp on the scenic Old Ghost Road -- New Zealand's longest continuous single track (85 km) -- as well as talking a bit about its' fascinating history. She will also highlight some of the other attractions you can visit while on the South Island. Come find out if this calls out to you!

Virtual Reality (VR)
Saturday, August 15th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM

A whole world of immersive experiences awaits! Come experience VR, whether it’s kayaking through whitewater rapids, a walk on the beach, fishing around the world, or spelunking in deep dark caves, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Please call or visit the library to reserve your experience.
Walk-ins welcome, but subject to availability.

AGES 13 AND UP.