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Roo's Kitchen: Talk and Demonstration with Lorraine "Roo" Carlstrom
Saturday, October 12th at 2pm, Hood River Library Reading Room
Join us for an engaging culinary event featuring Lorraine “Roo” Carlstrom, author of the new cookbook “Roo’s Kitchen.” With a diverse background including backcountry cooking, organic farming, and nutritional consulting, Carlstrom brings a wealth of experience to her approach to wholesome cooking.
During this event, Carlstrom will discuss her cookbook and share insights from her culinary journey. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from her expertise in nutrition and family-focused meal preparation.
Art Contest!
Tuesday Oct. 1- Thursday Oct. 31
Hood River Library
SpoOOokey season is upon us! This year we will be hosting a community art contest for all age and art styles.
Pick up and return your finished coloring sheet at the kids desk.
Don’t forget to stop by on Halloween to vote for your favorite artist!
Family Halloween Party
Thursday October 31, 4-7 pm
Children’s Area and Reading Room
Get ready for a spooktacular night of thrills at our Halloween Party in the library!
Join us for an eerie evening of creative crafts and activities, chilling ice cream floats, and free boooooooooooooks.
Life is a Cabaret
Saturday November 16th at 4:30pm
Hood River Library Reading Room
Presented by Greathouse of Music, “Life is a Cabaret” offers a captivating glimpse into the world of cabaret performers.
This electrifying show combines glitz, glamour, and behind-the-scenes realities, promising an evening of entertainment and intrigue. Experience the essence of cabaret life through dazzling performances and intimate backstage moments.
Thanksgiving Craft Bags
Week of November 27-31
Celebrate the season of gratitude with our Thanksgiving/Harvest Season Craft Take Home Bag! Inside you’ll find everything you need to create heartwarming crafts that capture the spirit of the season. Unleash your creativity and share in the joy of celebration!
Available during Thanksgiving week 11/27-31 at Hood River Library and all branches.
Hiring Teen Services Librarian
We are looking for a teen librarian to champion the library’s mission by providing welcoming, inclusive services that support adolescent development, promote literacy and learning, and foster a lifelong appreciation for libraries among tween and teen patrons, while serving as a bridge between the library and local schools, organizations, and teen-focused groups. The Teen Services Librarian is a full-time position, up to 32 hours per week. Saturdays and some evening hours are required. Learn more…
Hiring Part Time Public Service Clerk
Hood River County Library District seeks an enthusiastic public service clerk who is excited at the opportunity to work at a busy library district. Public service clerks serve patrons of all ages through multiple service points including public service desks, bookmobile, library programs, and various communication channels. This position is part-time, 19.5 hours per week, including Saturdays and evening hours. This position is open until filled. The first review of applicants will begin Tuesday, October 8. https://hoodriverlibrary.org/employment/
NEW! Find your next book using NoveList Plus
If you want some help finding a new book, give NoveList Plus a try. You can use it to search for new titles and the results will match your preferences.
For the easiest search, try the Recommended Reads Lists. They’re located on the left side of the homepage and span all genres and age levels.
⇒ Enter your library card barcode number when it asks for your Patron ID.
Discover and Go!
Discover and Go is a partnership between the Libraries of Eastern Oregon, member libraries, and local arts, culture, history, and recreation organizations to offer free educational and cultural experiences to library patrons across the LEO service area.
Discover and Go provides online access to free tickets donated by local cultural attractions. You can visit the Columbia Gorge Museum, High Desert Museum, Maryhill Museum of Art, OMSI, Oregon State Parks (pass is a parking permit covering parking/day use fees), and the Tamástslikt Cultural Institute.
Visit the website and choose Hood River County Library District from the pull-down menu in order to log in.
Set your imagination free!
The Hood River County Library District has a Makerspace for all ages to explore technology, crafts, Do-It-Yourself tools, and more. A makerspace is a place where you can make things. It’s a place for hands-on learning with all the tools for creativity.
El Distrito de la Biblioteca del Condado de Hood River está desarrollando un makerspace y estamos buscando aportes de la comunidad para crear un espacio donde la gente pueda colaborar, innovar y aprender.
Storytimes in Parkdale and Hood River
First Fridays at 10:30am, Parkdale Library
Third Fridays at 10:30am Cascade Locks Library
Every Thursday at 10:30a, Hood Rive Library
Come to our librarian-led storytimes! Explore the library, help kids build social skills, and make new friends.
Library Programs
Free movies with your library card
Library2Go - ebooks & audiobooks for all ages
Your Hood River County Library District card gives you free access to thousands of ebooks and audiobooks for all ages, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Manage your books on the go
SageCat is the official app for the Sage Library System. Search the catalog, place holds, renew items and store your library card on any iOS and Android device.
Find your next book using NoveList Plus
If you want some help finding a new book, give NoveList Plus a try. You can use it to search for new titles and the results will match your preferences.
For the easiest search, try the Recommended Reads Lists. They’re located on the left side of the homepage and span all genres and age levels.
⇒ Enter your library card barcode number when it asks for your Patron ID.
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