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It's January!

Here's what's happening at the

Lopez Library!

Visible Mending in the Community Room

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PHOTO CONTEST

Submit up to 5 photos that were taken BY YOU, ON LOPEZ, in the year 2024!

Prizes for the top 3 photos will be chosen by popular vote on First Saturday Art Walk, January 4th from 5-7 pm.

To enter: please email Nikyta@lopezlibrary.org with your full name and up to 5 photos with high enough resolution to be high quality but still sent via email. You can also add photos to the Facebook comments section on the post for this contest.

All photos must be received by midnight, Jan 1, 2025.

Thank you and we look forward to seeing Lopez through your eyes and lens!

AROUND THE LIBRARY & ON DISPLAY

Book Displays

Something for every age throughout the library!

Here There Be Dragons!

Where would you rather be?

Winter sports & travel

ART and THE LIBRARY

Saturday, January 4th @ 5-7pm

Please check the website for details.

To get involved in First Saturday Art Walks, please email Nikyta@lopezlibrary.org.

Everyone is welcome!

Art in the Library - Saturday, January 4th, 5-7pm

Join us for an opening of new work by artist/environmental activist Beth Robson and a display of the Best Lopez Photos of 2024 as part of First Saturday Art Walk. Beth will speak about her work at 5pm and light refreshments will be served.

BOOK CLUBS

Never Too Old:

Celebrating Youth Books

NO JANUARY MEETING

Wednesday, February 5th @ 5pm

Everything on a Waffle

by Polly Horvath

Literary Salon

Wed, January 8th @ 5pm

Literary Salon is a no-rules book club where you bring whatever you're reading to a round of interested listeners. You are welcome to come and be a listener, too.

Meets the second Wednesday of each month.

To sign up for any of our informative Book Club newsletters,

CLICK HERE!

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Homeschool Family Meet-Up at the Library

Join other homeschooling families for a weekly gathering! This is a great opportunity to connect, share experiences, and let kids socialize in a learning-friendly environment.

JANUARY PROGRAMS

Mindful Birding/BirdTalk

- 1st & 3rd Tuesdays -

January 7 & 21 @ 9-10am

Join Beth St. George for guided bird walks to shore and forest habitats. In poor weather, meet in the library to share bird stories and learn bird ID tips and tools.

Walks are limited to 6, so please sign up early.

Contact: Beth@LopezLibrary.org

Weaving Wednesdays

January 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 4-5:30pm

Gather with other crafters for a diversity of weaving projects. Teacher Barbie Paulsen will be here on some Wednesdays. Try out the mini weaving projects on the wall across from the Front Desk.

All supplies and materials provided.

Needlecraft Night - Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22 & 29 @ 5-7pm

Think you’ve got what it takes to piece it all together? Join us for Puzzlepalooza on Tuesday, January 14 at 6 PM! Teams of two will race against the clock—and each other—to complete a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle. Bragging rights and a little library glory are on the line! Space is limited, so sign up in advance to secure your team’s spot in this evening of fun and friendly competition. https://bit.ly/lopezpuzzlepalooza

Ready, set, puzzle!

Sheepskin-soled Slippers Workshop

Wednesdays, January 22 & 29; February 5 @5-7pm

Join local crafter Ellen Peterson on Needlecraft Nights to make sheepskin-soled slippers. Using upcycled wool sweater material as uppers, and soft sheepskin for the soles, participants will learn how to measure, draw, design, leather punch, and sew their own custom slippers. During the second session, slippers can be completed and embellished with needle felting or appliquéd details.

Visit our website for more details.

Space is limited, so please reserve your space by emailing Jane@LopezLibrary.org

Percival Everett : Seattle Arts & Lectures Virtual Series - Thursday, January 23 @ 7:30-9pm

Brimming with the electrifying humor and lacerating observations that have made Percival Everett a “literary icon” (Oprah Daily), and one of the most decorated writers of our lifetime, James—his powerful retelling of Adventures of Huckleberry Finn—is destined to be a major publishing event and a cornerstone of twenty-first century American literature.

Pre-registration for this live streamed event is required. REGISTER HERE by January 20.

Coffee Tasting with Lopez Island Coffee Roasters

Saturday, January 25, 10:30 to 11:30am

Coffee is often consumed everyday by many of us but how much do we really know about it? After almost 20 years in the coffee industry the folks at Lopez Island Coffee Roasters would like to help lift the veil off the nuance and complexities hidden in every cup. From origin, to roast, farming techniques, and brewing methods we would like to share with the community an informative session to enjoy the fine points of this wonderful beverage in a relaxed and friendly environment that is accessible to anyone.

RSVPs encouraged but not required.

Email Jeff, if you plan to attend. jrolfzen@gmail.com

COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

This section highlights a few events which are managed and hosted by community members and other organizations.

Genealogy - Saturday, January 18 @ 11-1pm

Sign up with Grace Kavanah: gkkavanah@gmail.com

Laptop computers required

Contact:
360-468-2265

L ibrarian@LopezLibrary.org

http://lopezlibrary.org/

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