Library News

DAYTON–Helpful and interesting things are happening at the library. From the newsletter, Director of Library Services Ellen Brigham presents an opportunity to help you and your child maneuver college application time. "With another college application season around the corner, we are looking forward to this must watch talk with Irena Smith, PHD, on Thursday, August 15 at 11 a.m. Pacific Time, via digital live-stream in partnership with the Columbia County Rural Library District or later using the link below. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve your relationship with your teen, and help them define success on their terms instead of chasing the elusive golden ticket. Register and view more Author Talks here: https://libraryc.org/ccrld/54490 "

New this fall is a Teen Advisory Group for 7-12 grader. This group will help develop tweens and teens library services, create fun programs and activities, what materials young people are seeking, create a welcoming environment for all, promote the library, and have a voice in the library. The Teen Advisory Group can earn volunteer hours for school, develop leadership skills, follow a code of conduct, participate in productive discussions, and attend scheduled meetings.

Kid's Summer Lunch Club will continue through August 26. Meals are available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. On Tuesday and Thursday, a healthy snack is available now and will continue through the school year.

The Table Top and Role-Playing Games section is now operational. Come play games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Pathfinder, and Coyote & Crow. The newsletter states: "This project is made possible by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, with funding administered by the Washington State Library, a division of the Office of the Secretary of State."

Stay tuned... "There are many more great programs and ideas coming up this fall and beyond," says Brigham.