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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.

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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.

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Nature Themed Holiday Ornaments with Jordan Kim

Saturday, December 14, 10:30am-12:30pm

Join us for a delightful mixed media art class where creativity meets nature! Led by professional mixed media collage artist Jordan Kim, this workshop will guide you through the process of crafting three unique, nature-inspired winter ornaments. Whether you’re looking to create thoughtful handmade gifts or festive decorations for your own home, these ornaments are perfect for anyone who loves the beauty of the natural world. During this class, you’ll explore a variety of mixed media techniques, including collage, painting, and natural material incorporation.

*All materials provided. Suitable for all skill levels.**

Hiring Teen and Tween Services Librarian

The Teen and Tween Services Librarian is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive library services and programs for tweens ages 10-12 and teens ages 13-18 across all branches and community locations. This position plays a crucial role in engaging young adults through innovative programming, curated collections, volunteering, and community outreach, while also collaborating with the children’s services librarian to serve tweens, ensuring a smooth transition between youth and teen services. The librarian champions 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.

If you are interested in the position, please visit our employment page.

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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.

MakerSpace

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.

Hood River & Parkdale Storytimes

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

Kanopy

Free movies with your library card

Enjoy critically-acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films, and be sure to check out Kanopy Kids!
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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.

SageCat App

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.

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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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