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The 2023 Hood River Reads selection is:
ROUGH HOUSE BY TINA ONTIVEROS
In her gripping and courageous debut memoir rough house, author Tina Ontiveros tells the story of her experiences as a young girl growing up in Pacific Northwest logging camps and working-class towns amidst her family’s intergenerational trauma and poverty.
Hood River County Reads is an annual, county-wide project sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our goal is to encourage readers of all ages to read and discuss books. We choose books and authors that reflect the diversity of our community and that will be shared widely with our county’s individuals and families.
Hood River Reads also sponsors several events for adults and students, including talks and workshops by the visiting authors.
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Library Events
- March 4, Saturday 2pm - Kick-Off and Book Distribution. Hood River Library for program and refreshments. Parkdale and Cascade Locks libraries 10am-2pm for book Distribution.
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March 25, Saturday 10:30-12:30 - Collage Project: What Does Home Mean to You? (For Youth). Led by Artist Courtney Richards. Sign-up needed starting Sat. March 4. Sign up through the website or by calling the library.
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April 1, Saturday - Storytelling Workshop: Bringing Our Stories to Life with Will Hornyak. 10:30am-12:30pm. For Adults. Meeting Room. Sign-up needed starting Sat. March 4. Sign up through the website or by calling the library.
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April 1, Saturday - Fool's Gold! Stories of Unlikely Gifts with Will Hornyak. 1pm. All Ages. Reading Room.
- April 4, Tuesday 12pm - Challenged Lives: Help and Hope in our Community. Panelists and resource information from various local social service agencies.
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April 12, Wednesday 12pm - Hood River Library Book Club: rough house. Hood River Library Meeting Room and Zoom.
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April 15, Saturday 10:00-12:00pm - Writing Workshop with author Tina Ontiveros. Sign-up needed starting Sat. March 4. Sign up through the website or by calling the library.
- April 16th, Sunday 2pm - Public Presentation by author Tina Ontiveros.
- Click here for more details.
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Friends of the Library + Gorge Speakeasy |
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Wednesday, March 1st, 7-9pm
The Ruins, 13 Railroad St., Hood River
Experience storytelling that gives back to the Columbia River Gorge.
Join Gorge Speakeasy for a monthly storytelling evening in Hood River that strengthens the community.
Admission is by donation; March's proceeds will go to the Friends of the Library.
Since their first event in November 2021, their audience has donated thousands of dollars to our community organizations.
With suggested themes ranging from “Adventure” to “Home,” anonymous mini-stories submitted by the audience, and local wine and cider flowing all night, this event is a can’t-miss.
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First Saturday, March. 4, 4-6pm
Hood River Library
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Join us for rad retro cabinet arcade games and other electronic offerings for fans of all ages to enjoy.
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Hood River Reads Kick-Off | |
Sat. Mar. 4th at 2pm
Hood River Library Reading Room
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Join us for a program, refreshments and book distribution.
Parkdale and Cascade Locks libraries 10am-2pm for book Distribution.
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Sat. Mar. 11th at 2pm
Hood River Library Reading Room
| Back by popular demand! Learn the basics of the identification process, what it takes to forage on your own and which spring mushrooms to watch for in your area. | |
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Adult Programs
Hood River Library
Writing Group
Thursdays, 3-4pm, Columbia Room
Hood River Library Book Club
Wednesday, Apr. 12, 12:30pm, Meeting Room
April's book club selection is Rough House by Tina Ontiveros.
Cascade Locks Library
Cascade Locks Library Book Club
(CHANGE OF DATE FOR MARCH) Thurs. March. 31st at 5:15-7pm
April's book club selection is rough house by Tina Ontiveros
See our calendar for a full list of events 541-386-2535 for more information.
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Saturday, Mar. 11th
Cascade Locks Library at 1pm
Hood River Library at 5pm
| Go the distance and go for speed (and glory) in Mario Kart! Teens can play to win, play to crash, or eat snacks and cheer each other on. Snacks and a silly trophy provided. Ages 11 to 19. |
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Friday, Mar. 24th at 6pm
Hood River Library
| Laser tag, a closed library, and friends to chase. What more is needed? Snacks and a registration form filled out by a parent or guardian. |
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Weekly Teen Programs
Hood River Library
Library Teen Council (NEW DAY AND TIME)
First Saturday of the month at 11am
First Wednesday of the month at 5pm
See our calendar for a full list of events 541-386-2535 for more information.
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Storytime in Cascade Locks & Parkdale | Parent playgroups and monthly storytimes Fridays 10:30am | |
Looking for something fun to do with your children that haven’t yet started school? We have playgroups at our Parkdale and Cascade Locks Locations! Each Friday from 10:30-11:30 we invite parents to come with their children to explore the library, help kids build social skills, and make new friends.
The first Friday of the month in Parkdale, and the last Friday of the month in Cascade Locks we will have a librarian led storytime.
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Collage Project: What Does Home Mean to You? | |
Saturday, March 25th at 10:30am
Hood River Library Meeting Room
| In conjunction with Hood River Reads, an art workshop for kids and teens led by artist Courtney Richards. Sign-up needed starting Sat. March 4. Sign up through the website or by calling the library. |
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Weekly Children's Programs
Hood River Library
Lapsit Storytime Tuesdays
10:30am
A weekly storytime aimed at our littlest members! Lapsit storytimes are a great way to introduce babies (0-18 months) to the joys of reading and songs in a fun atmosphere. This storytime is designed so the child will be in their caregiver’s lap and the grownup is actively involved in the program.
Snapdragon Yoga with Nicole
Wednesdays 10:30am (Ages 3-6) & Fridays 3:30pm (Ages 6-12), March 1st - June 16th
Family Storytime
Thursdays 10:30am
Makerspace Crafting Hours
Tues-Thurs 2pm-7pm; Fri 2pm-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm
Cascade Locks Library
Parent playgroups and monthly storytimes
Fridays 10:30am, Last Friday Librarian led storytime
Crafty Saturdays
10:00am-2:00pm
Parkdale Library
Parent playgroups and monthly storytimes
Fridays 10:30am, First Friday Librarian led storytime
Crafty Saturdays
10:00am-2:00pm
See our calendar for a full list of events 541-386-2535 for more information.
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Odell Community Park - Tamarack Rd..
Saturdays, 12:30pm-1:30pm.
Visit the Odell Community Park to check out library materials, pick up holds, and receive free craft bags!
Odell Mobile Home Park
Saturdays, 10:00am-12:00pm For residents only.
The Bookmobile goes door-to-door offering children a selection of books, a craft bag, and a snack.
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The Library Team is working on a service plan. We plan to add more stops throughout Hood River County gradually through the fall, winter, and spring. Please keep checking our website or updates! | |
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Join the Friends the 2nd Monday of the month at 11:00am in the Hood RIver Library meeting room (except July, August, December)... The public is invited to the meeting.
SAVE THE DATE
Friends Annual Booksale, Thurs. June 1, Fri. June 2, and Sat., June 3
Volunteer
- Process new library materials
- Join Hood River County Reads Committee
- Clean Children's Books
- Help with Book Sales
Support
To donate, volunteer, become a member, or for more information visit: https://hoodriverlibrary.org/friends/
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Become a Library Foundation member, it's one of the best ways to help sustain vibrant libraries in Hood River County. From fostering literacy in preschool kids to funding innovative programs for adults, your gift makes great things happen in libraries.
SAVE THE DATE
Feast of Words Annual Fundraiser, Saturday, May 6the, 6-8pm
Join
- Library Foundation Board
- Feast of Words Annual Fundraising Committee
Support
For more information, visit: http://hoodriverlibrary.org/foundation/.
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Mission
We reach out, supporting everyone to learn, create, and grow.
Vision
We come together to create an inclusive, dynamic, and creative community where everyone belongs and there are opportunities for all.
Values
Collaboration - Compassion - Community - Fun
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Hood River County Library District
541-386-2535
info@hoodriverlibrary.org
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