January 2023 | Library News
Happy New Year!
asotincountylibrary.org
Downtown Library: 417 Sycamore St, Clarkston
509-758-5454
Hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday & Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

Heights Library: 2036 4th Ave, Clarkston
509-758-4601
Hours: Monday, Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

    

Holiday Hours
January 1 & 2: Closed for New Year's Day
January 16: Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Please click images to link to more information and resources.
Programs are free and open to the public. 

Library Catalog

ebooks and digital audiobooks

 

Reserve a Meeting Room
The Downtown Library offers 3 meeting rooms for public use. Learn more at
https://bit.ly/ACLMeet or phone the Library at 509-758-5454.

Print & Copy
The Library has computers, laptops, a printer, scanner and copier for public use and now offers wireless printing! Printing costs 20 cents for black & white per page and $1 for color per page. 

 

 Pick up your FREE copy of this month's BookPage at the Downtown or Heights Library.

 

Paid for by the Friends of Asotin County Library.

 

        

New! Virtual Author Talks Every Month From Bestselling Authors

Asotin County Library now offers a diverse mix of virtual programs from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Expect 2 – 3 interactive programs each month with an opportunity for Q & A with the author.

Learn more and register for these great events at https://libraryc.org/asotincountylibrary

Questions? Contact Erin at 509-758-5454.

Brought to you in partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium.

We have FREE at-home COVID test kits! If you need one, please ask library staff.
We can provide curbside service at our Downtown Library. Call 509-758-5454
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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Sponsored
 by the Asotin County Library Foundation

Learn more at https://asotincountylibrary.org/10000-books-before-kindergarten/ or visit with Mary Neuman, Assistant Director and Youth Services Librarian. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

January Programs

Play & Learn (kids)
Tuesdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31 at 10:00am | Downtown Library
Stories and activities for children and their grown-ups.

Toddler Time (kids)
Wednesdays, January 11, 18, 25 at 10:00am | Heights Library
Bring your little one to enjoy some unstructured playtime!
Stories, songs and an activity will be provided when appropriate to the developmental level of the children.

Creative Haven (teens)
Thursday, January 24 from 3:00 - 5:00pm | Downtown Library | Teen Space

For 6th Graders and Older: Drop in from 3 –  5pm to learn a new way to express your creativity!

The Power of Words: Creating Focus for 2023 (adults)
Saturday, January 7 from 10:00am - 11:30am | Downtown Library | Community Room 
In this free 90 minute workshop, presented by Wendy Rimmelspacher, motivational speaker and coach, and Judy Rooney, therapist and certified mindset & habit coach, you will be guided through the selection of your own “word(s) of the year” highlighting the benefits and clarity of selecting a word for the year, rather than setting resolutions. Let us know you plan to join us!

Introduction to Microsoft Excel (adults)
Mondays and Wednesdays | January 9 - February 8 | 6:00 - 8:00pm | Downtown Library | Community Room

Whether you are brand-new to spreadsheet programs or want to learn specific skills, this FREE five week class has what you need. Learn how to create spreadsheets, work with functions and formulas, create a budget, and more. Learn more and register. 

Resume & Federal Application Workshop (adults)
Wednesday, January 11 from 3:00 - 5:00pm | Downtown Library | Community Room
The public is invited to attend to learn about:

  • How to find online resources for resume writing
  • How to navigate USAJOBs job posts and look for KSA and Questionnaires
  • How to translate military to civilian skillset
  • Please feel free to bring your current or past resume and job description for review.

Pre-registration is encouraged, but not required. To register or for more information please contact Michael Ensor with WorkSource at 509-527-1806 or michael.ensor@esd.wa.gov


Wednesday, January 18 at 10:30am TRUE STORY
In-person & Zoom | Downtown Library | Community Room
Think Again by Adam Grant; email Erin if you prefer to join via Zoom.

Tuesday, January 24 at 6:30pm | BOOK NIGHT
Meets on Zoom; email Erin for the Zoom invitation
Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 
Copies of this book are available the Downtown Service Desk.

 


 

Digital Navigators 

Senior Library Associate and Digital Navigator Georgia Jordan is someone who can help you with computer, internet, and technology skills. She can also help you find low-cost broadband (high-speed internet) and devices with local internet service providers and assist with applying for the Affordable Connectivity Program.

Learn more about our Digital Navigator service and book an appointment today!

CURRENT HOURS
Downtown Library 

By appointment on Tuesdays 1:00 - 5:00pm & Wednesdays 10:00am - 2:00pm.
 

Do you need to meet at another time? Email techhelp@aclib.org to schedule. 

 

Appy Hour has been canceled until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to booking this program in the future. 

Job & Career Catalyst Center

Meet with Career Coach Bev Rhoades in our Job and Career Catalyst Center and get help with your resume, take an interest and skills inventory, take practice tests for the GED and various licenses, and more.

 

Make an appointment or drop-in
Downtown Library | Conference Room

Monday and Wednesday: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 11:30am to 3:30pm

 

 

Starbucks & Walmart $5 Gift Cards Available When You Meet with Bev!
Thanks to a generous grant from the Innovia Foundation we are able to offer a $5 Starbucks gift card when you meet with Bev. After your meeting, complete a short survey and receive a $5 Walmart gift card. One card per person and available while supplies last.

 

 

                                        

LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
The Library Board of Trustees meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 4:00pm, unless otherwise posted.
 Downtown Library | Community Room | Meetings are open to the public


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417 Sycamore Street
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5454
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Heights Library
2036 4th Avenue
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-4601
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CLOSED Asotin Library
215 2nd Street
Asotin, WA 99402
(509) 243-6010
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