June is Pride Month, and we're celebrating LGBTQ+ culture, history, and stories all month long. Pride Month honors the contributions of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer culture and community. In the United States, Pride is observed every June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City, which served as a catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. Stop by the library this month and check out our special Pride-themed book displays in the Adult Fiction, Young Adult and Children's sections. We've also got an LGBTQ+ movie display in the DVD section.
And if you're looking for a way to celebrate with your community,The Production Alliance is hosting Port Townsend Pride 2026 atPope Marine Park, Saturday, June 6, from 12PM-5PM. This event is a multigenerational celebration featuring 65+ community booths, a boat parade, live music, live drag, a kid zone, and a sensory zone.
Darcy Reeder
Public Services/Technical Services
Borrow The Outdoors: Birding Backpack
Did you know you can borrow more than books at Jefferson County Library District? Our WOW (Weird, Odd and Wonderful) Collection is stocked with all kinds of unexpected items, from toys and tools to technology and more, available to check out just like any other library item. One of our current favorites? The Birding Backpack. It's packed with a pair of Wingspan Optics 8×32 binoculars and two Pacific Northwest field guides. It's a complete kit for getting outside and discovering the incredible bird life right in our own backyard. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just bird-curious, everything you need for your next adventure is already waiting for you. Browse the full WOW Collection and see what other surprises are on
Don’t miss JCLD’s Summer Reading with programs and events for kids of all ages! Sign up at cleoreads.beanstack.com or pick up a paper tracker at the Library or Bookmobile to get started.
Plant a seed, read—and let your reading grow! Don't miss this year's Adult Summer Reading Program. Play Plant a Seed Book Bingo and read Close to Home: The Wonders of Nature Just outside Your Door by Thor Hanson.
Join America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. Great Decisions helps people understand important issues and talk about them in a friendly, guided setting.
Join us on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month for a fun afternoon of arts, crafts, and creativity. This program is for children ages 4-8 and their families.
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!
Join America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. Great Decisions helps people understand important issues and talk about them in a friendly, guided setting.
Enjoy stories, songs, and playful movements designed to grow your child's brain. These programs will help your wee ones build a love of music, language, and books. Siblings of all ages are welcome. See the schedule.
Northstar Digital Literacy is a free, user-friendly online program that helps adults learn and test essential computer skills needed for work and daily life. It offers self-guided lessons and tests on topics like internet basics, email, and Microsoft Office, allowing users to earn certificates that prove their skills to employers. Best of all, it’s FREE with your library card!Try it.
Theo, a newcomer to the town of Golden, becomes involved with a local coffeehouse that displays pencil portraits of community members created by a local artist. Over time, he begins acquiring the portraits and returning them to the individuals depicted. Each interaction leads to the sharing of personal histories and the development of new relationships, affecting both Theo and the residents he meets. (from the publisher)
I loved this book! It is a feel-good storyline (but not sappy!) and one that will stay with you for a while.
Kristin Hill Mobile Services Specialist
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