Our library branches are currently closed. Find the latest on our response to the coronavirus outbreak and Reopening Plan here.
We are now offering: Curbside Services, library material returns at all our branches, and free Wi-Fi in the Hood River Library Gardens. There are no overdue fines being charged during this time.
Library Branches closed for Curbside Services on Saturday, July 4.
Learn about our Summer Reading Program for all ages!
Hood River
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12pm-6pm
Friday, Saturday 10am-3pm
Cascade Locks & Parkdale
Tuesday 2pm-6pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Pick up holds & computer printouts
A librarian will be available by phone during Curbside Hours to assist you with questions and reference needs.
Questions?
Click here for more details
or call us during the hours above
541-386-2535
ONLINE LIBRARY PROGRAMS & ENTERTAINMENT
HIGHLIGHTS
Check out our digital library!
Use Libby to stream or download our eBooks and audiobooks and read anytime, anywhere.
We also offer Tumblebooks, AudioBookCloud, and more!
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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LIBRARY NEWS
Support the Library District Bookmobile Campaign
The Hood River County Library District, Library Foundation and Friends of the Library are launching a fundraising campaign for the Library District to purchase a bookmobile. The Library District is excited to support Hood River County with the services a mobile...
Fine Free Library!
Starting February 1, 2021 the Hood River County Library District is going fine free for all patrons! “Fine free” means that patrons will not be fined daily for overdue materials. This change is a part of an institutional movement from libraries nationwide, guided by...
BOOK and LEGO drive!
BOOK and LEGO drive! The Hood River Library is calling for donations of children's books and Legos in good condition! Donations will be distributed at the Hood River School District Meal Site bus stops this fall. Please email jana@hoodriverlibrary.org to arrange a...
The Hood River County Library District has expanded their Curbside Services and hours
The Hood River County Library District has expanded their Curbside Services and hours. Cardholders may continue to reserve and pick up books, movies, Wi-Fi hot spots, Library of Things Food Preservation items and much more, all while practicing physical distancing. In...
Curbside Services and library material returns coming soon!
The Hood River County Library District will begin offering Curbside Services and library material returns at the Hood River County Library on Thursday, May 28, and the Cascade Locks and Parkdale branches on Saturday, May 30. Cardholders may reserve and pick up books,...
NOTICE OF BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETINGS
The Budget Committee of the Hood River County Library District, Hood River County, Oregon, will meet to discuss the budget for the fiscal year July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021. In response to the current health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, the...
The Hood River County Library District is now closed until further notice
The Hood River County Library District Board approved the Hood River County Library District Roadmap to Reopening plan. View the plan here. The District is currently in stage 1. The District will follow recommendations and guidelines from the Center for Disease...
Deadlines for upcoming Oregon election
The 2020 primary election is on May 19. Here are a few things to get ready for this election. 1. Starting with this primary election, postage is now included so you can mail in your ballot free of charge. 2. If you are a non-affiliated voter (you have not chosen a...
Library District Board meeting – Tuesday, April 21, 7pm
The Library District Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at 7:00pm. The Hood River County Library District is taking steps to limit exposure and spread of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). In support of state and federal guidelines for...
Hood River County Library Foundation donates $10,000 to the Hood River County School District
Thank you to the Hood River County Library Foundation for their generous donation to the Hood River County School District! The Hood River County Library District staff and board are grateful for this opportunity to safely deliver physical books into the hands of...