Great opportunties for seniors ...and younger folks too!

Senior Sneakers, Colfax Exercise, Mon & Weds, 10-11 am   

A gentle exercise program specifically designed for seniors Cost is $35 for 7 classes. Call 509-285-4673 to register.

Lunch and Gift Ideas, Weds, Nov. 6-20, 12:00-1:00 pm

These free classes feature easy, inexpensive, hand-made gifts to give this holiday season. Participants can bring a lunch and create a holiday gift.

Civilian Conservation Corps, Thurs, Nov. 14, noon, free                 

Held at the Methodist Church. Just come listen, bring a lunch or pre-order one for $10 by calling 397-4366.

Tree of Lights, Colfax, Wednesday, Dec. 4, 5:30 pm                    

Join families, friends and community members for the Tree of Lights and Remembrance ceremony - remembering the lives of those we’ve lost. For more info or to sponsor a loved one, contact Rita Ackerman of Hospice at 397-4521.

Santa & Winter Celebration, Thursday, Dec. 5, 3-7 pm                

You’re invited to celebrate at the library as part of Colfax’s Christmas parade and fireworks. Santa will be available from 3-5:30 for photos, then moves along to the 6 pm parade.

Classes for Seniors, call 800-845-3324 for cost and registration through ACT 2, Community Colleges of Spokane

• Art classes include: Watercolor Painting, Intro to Chalk Pastels, Intermediate Chalk Pastels, Pastel Portraits, and Garden Mosaic Sculptures.
• Microsoft Excel and iPad classes, time/date TBA
• Creative Writing, Sat, 2/1, 10-noon
• Playwriting, Weds, 2/12, 5-8 pm
• Beginning Ballet, Weds, 1-3 pm, beg. 1/22
• Intro to Ukulele, Tues, noon -1:30, beg. 1/7
• Play Music Again, Thurs, 3-5 pm, beg. 1/23

GMO's a hot topic...

A new DVD called Genetic Roulette: The Gamble of Our Lives has been donated to Whitman County Library by Colfax residents Ann Marra and Tim Ely. On the DVD, experts discuss the dangers of genetically engineered foods as a major contributor to rising disease rates in the US population, especially in children. The DVD explores Monsanto’s strong arm tactics, the FDA’s fraudulent policies and how the USDA ignores the growing health emergency.

For more information about obtaining a copy of Genetic Roulette or other materials on this topic, contact Whitman County Library at 397-4366 or request items from the catalog at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.

Great art presentation coming November 7th to Colfax Library...

Rob Smith is the featured guest for Meet the Artist on Thursday, November 7 at 7 p.m. in the Colfax Library. Sponsored by the Colfax Arts Council and Friends of the Library, this presentation is free to the community.

Skilled in both watercolor painting and digital media Rob’s lifelong passion has been to create literature for children. He is experienced in video creation, animation, website design, graphic design, and application creation. For nearly 10 years Rob wrote a monthly column and reviews for an internationally published hobby magazine. He has worked in healthcare for over 26 years.

Rob lives in Eastern Washington with his wife and an extremely needy cat Jack! The Smiths have five children and a growing number of grandchildren. For more information, you can contact Whitman County Library at 509-397-4366 or visit Rob Smith’s website at http://www.robsmithstudios.com.

Luncheon opportunity on November 14th

Join us Thursday, Nov. 14 at noon as Janet Oakley discusses the Civilian Conservation Corps as part of Everybody Reads the Tree Soldier. The presentation will be held at the Methodist Church and attendees are welcome to bring a sack lunch, order a catered lunch for $10 or just sit and listen. For details, visit the library's Events Calendar.

Miss the League of Women Voters sponsored voter's forums?

Miss the League of Women Voters sponsored voter's forums?

Miss the League of Women Voters sponsored voter's forums? 

You can see videos of the forums on the LWV website.

To assist local voters, a ballot issues debate was held on Tuesday, October 15 at the Colfax Branch of Whitman County Library. This forum was sponsored by the Pullman League of Women Voters, The Whitman County Gazette and Whitman County Library.


During this forum, Initiatives 522 and 517 were debated with panel members taking questions from the audience. Initiative 522 concerns the labeling of genetically-engineered foods. Initiative 517 establishes protections for citizens who participate in the initiative and referendum process. Information on the Advisory votes for increasing taxes were also available at the forum.
An additional forum was held on October 16 in Pullman. The Pullman forum featured the city council candidates in the three contested races but all candidates were present to answer questions from the audience.
If you were unable to attend either of these forums, the forums were videotaped and can be accessed through the LWV website, www.lwvpullman.org.
For questions about the forum, please contact Karen Kiessling, from the League of Women Voters at 509-332-4755 or Kristie Kirkpatrick, Library Director at 509-397-4366.
Learn the pros and cons of the Nov 5th ballot measures and initiatives using Washington’s Living Voters Guide ( https://livingvotersguide.org/ .)
Check facts about the Nov 5th ballot measures and initiatives using Washington’s @Living Voters Guide: https://livingvotersguide.org/home/fact_check .

Gentle exercise for you!

Senior Sneakers ... gentle workout for seniors or those wanting to increase flexibility and mobility! Each Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. in the Colfax Library starting November 4th! $35 for 7 classes. Karen Lindgren of the Fit Farm brings more than 31 years experience as your certified instructor. For more info, call 509-285-4673.

ABCDelirious has arrived at WCL!

Susan Russell's book ABCDelirious is now available for checkout from the library. Here you see the letter B from this illustrated history of the alphabet from one of Colfax's most accomplished hometown artists! Call 509.397.4366 to reserve it today.

Great event comes to Jones Schoolhouse, Palouse Empire Fairgrounds...

The community is invited to historical re-enactments at the Jones Schoolhouse on Sunday, Oct 27 at 2 PM as part of the Whitman County Historical Society’s fall gathering.  Besides re-enactments, guests will enjoy “old-time” traditional dishes by Monika Kriebel and Joyce Leonard.

Sam Pambrun portrays his great-great grandfather who was the Hudson’s Bay Perfect at Fort Nez Perce in 1858. Col. George Wright marched through the Pambrun farm on his way to Ft. Walla Walla for the Plateau wars of Battle of Four Lakes and Battle of Spokane Plains. Theodor Kolecki, the Wright topographer, indicated the Pambrun farm on his “Field Note Map”. The modern Sam and I found this location. Pambrun will also discuss the French community along the Walla Walla River and the Indian Battle that took place in the region.

Steve Plucker will re-enact an enlisted soldier’s life of 1858. Steve’s great-great grandfather was in the command of Major Garnet who marched north from Ft. Simcoe to Ft. Colville at the same time that Wright marched to the Spokane Falls region.

This event is co-sponsored by The Whitman County Historical Society and the Whitman County Library. For more information, contact Mahlon Kriebel at 635-1336.

 

WCL Calendar Sampling Oct. 31-Nov. 7

Thursday, October 31

Colfax, LaCrosse & Tekoa – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Thursday. Visit the online calendar for times.
Colfax – Noon – Gentle Yoga with Suzy McNeilly – Pay by the month or by the class.

Friday, November 1

Endicott & St. John – Individual Insurance Help – Chelsea Fanara from Pullman Rural Resources will be available to give individual, impartial help in finding your best option for health insurance. Visit the online calendar for times.

 

Saturday, November 2
Rosalia – 10 a.m. to Noon – Individual Insurance Help – Chelsea Fanara from Pullman Rural Resources will be available to give individual, impartial help in finding your best option for health insurance.

 

Monday, November 4
Colfax – 10 a.m. – Senior Sneakers with Instructor Karen Lindgren – Gentle exercise program specifically designed for seniors or those needing gentle movement. Cost is $35 per 7 week session.
Colfax – 6 to 8 p.m. – Boot Camp with Carissa Little – For cost and registration, please email Carissa at purefitpersonaltraining@gmail.com

 

Tuesday, November 5
LaCrosse – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for preschoolers and parents every Tuesday.
Farmington – 2 to 5 p.m. – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid.

 

Wednesday, November 6
Colfax – 10 a.m. – Senior Sneakers with Instructor Karen Lindgren – Gentle exercise program specifically designed for seniors or those needing gentle movement. Cost is $35 per 7 week session.
Colfax – Noon – Lunch & Gift Ideas – Create an easy inexpensive, handmade gift to give this holiday season. Participants may bring in a lunch.
LaCrosse – Noon – Early Release Wednesday – After school fun for kids in grades 1-5.
Uniontown – 3:30 p.m. – After School Fun with Judi Gray – Kids are invited for some fun crafts with recycled materials.

 

Thursday, November 7
Colfax – 7 p.m. – Meet the Artist Rob Smith – Rob is skilled in both watercolor painting and digital media.

 

This is just a sampling of the community programs for all ages in Whitman County Library’s 14 branches. Visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us , like the library on Facebook or call (509) 397-4366.

After School Program for Grades 6-8

Drag Yourself to Zombiefest October 30

State of Washington Voters' Pamphlet-Audio Version

 

Provided by the Washington Secretary of State's Office to the Whitman County Library in Colfax is a flash drive containing an MP3 audio file for the Voters' Pamphlet. The files will play on any MP3 player or computer, as well as on the Digital Talking Book Player. If you have questions about using these files on your Digital Talking Book Player, please call the

Washington Talking Book & Braille Library at 1-800-542-0866.

For questions about the Voters' Pamphlet,

please call the Washington State Elections Division at 1-800-448-4881.

  

It's never too late to ZUMBA

Zumba continues at the Colfax Library every Thursday night at 7 p.m. with the fun and energetic instruction of Brenda Camp. The Oct. 31 class has moved to Weds, Oct. 30 with participants encourage to wear a costume and enjoy yummy treats. For more info, contact Whitman County Library at 509-397-4366.

Join our team...

Are you interested in serving your community and the library? Consider a volunteer position on the Whitman County Library Board of Trustees.

The work is rewarding yet doesn't require a lot of time!

 For more info and an application, contact Kristie Kirkpatrick at 509-397-4366.

WCL Calendar Sampling Oct. 24-31

Thursday, Oct 24

Tekoa – 2 to 5 p.m. – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid.
Albion – 4 p.m. – After School Program – Kids are invited to a fun after school craft project.

 

Friday, Oct 25
Endicott, St. John & Uniontown – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Friday. Visit the online calendar for times.
Colfax – 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Dance Class – Child and teen dance, ballet, jazz and more by Ana Maria Sears. For cost and registration, please call (509) 338-0809.

Saturday, Oct 26

Bishop’s Place Senior Living in Pullman – 10:30 a.m. – Whitman County Heritage: A Presentation of Historically Significant Photos – Power point presentation by Patti Cammack and Wanda Alderman.

Sunday, Oct 27

Jones Schoolhouse at the Palouse Empire Fairgrounds – 2 p.m. – Historic Re-enactment – The community is invited to historical re-enactments as part of the Whitman County Historical Society’s fall gathering.

Monday, Oct 28

Oakesdale & St. John – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available in 2 locations to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid. Visit the online calendar for times.
Colfax – 6 to 8 p.m. – Boot Camp with Carissa Little – For cost and registration, please email Carissa at purefitpersonaltraining@gmail.com

Tuesday, Oct 29

Farmington, Palouse & Rosalia – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Tuesday. Visit the online calendar for times.

 

Wednesday, Oct 30
Colfax – 3:30 to 5 p.m. – Zombie Fest – It’s a Zombie invasion! Kids in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in zombie defense training, zombie crafts, walking dead games and zombie-licious treats. Join us if you dare!
Malden – 4 to 6 p.m. – Costume Party! – Prizes to the best adult, teen and children’s costumes.

 

Thursday, Oct 31
Albion, Colfax, Colton, Oakesdale, Palouse & Rosalia – Trick-or-Treaters visit the library for a special treat! Visit the online calendar for times.

 

This is just a sampling of the community programs for all ages in Whitman County Library’s 14 branches. Visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us, like the library on Facebook or call (509) 397-4366.

Gentle Exercise comes to Colfax Library

Gentle exercise has arrived at Colfax Library. For those wanting to increase flexibility and mobility join certified instructor Karen Lindgren each Monday and Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. beginning Nov. 4th. Cost is $35 per 7 classes and you should wear comfy exercise clothes and bring good supportive tennis shoes. For more info, call 509-285-4673.

Shop to support your library!

Visit Troll's Corner, the Booksale area in the library. The Friends of WCL are overflowing with materials and have slashed prices to clear out the stock. Remember, all proceeds benefit children's programs and other great library services! Call 509-397-4366 for details.

Fitness happens at YOUR library...

Remember, Yoga today at noon ... Zumba tonight, children's dance on Fridays, Tumbling on Saturdays and Boot Camp on Mondays, and so much more. Visit the library's events calendar or call 509-397-4366 for a complete listing of classes and events happening at YOUR Library!

Historical Society Re-enactment

 

The community is invited to historical re-enactments at the Jones Schoolhouse on Sunday, Oct 27 at 2 PM as part of the Whitman County Historical Society’s fall gathering.  Besides re-enactments, guests will enjoy “old-time” traditional dishes by Monika Kriebel and Joyce Leonard.

Sam Pambrun portrays his great-great grandfather who was the Hudson’s Bay Perfect at Fort Nez Perce in 1858. Col. George Wright marched through the Pambrun farm on his way to Ft. Walla Walla for the Plateau wars of Battle of Four Lakes and Battle of Spokane Plains. Theodor Kolecki, the Wright topographer, indicated the Pambrun farm on his “Field Note Map”. The modern Sam and I found this location. Pambrun will also discuss the French community along the Walla Walla River and the Indian Battle that took place in the region.

Steve Plucker will re-enact an enlisted soldier’s life of 1858. Steve’s great-great grandfather was in the command of Major Garnet who marched north from Ft. Simcoe to Ft. Colville at the same time that Wright marched to the Spokane Falls region.

This event is co-sponsored by The Whitman County Historical Society and the Whitman County Library. For more information, contact Mahlon Kriebel at 635-1336.

WCL Calendar Sampling Oct. 17-24

Thursday, October 17
Colfax – Noon – Gentle Yoga with Suzy McNeilly – Pay by the month or by the class.
Rosalia – 7 p.m. – Picture Books with Katie Wilkes – Learn how to introduce difficult topics and encourage reluctant readers.

Friday, October 18

Colfax – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddler, preschoolers and parents every Friday.
Palouse – 1 p.m. – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid

Monday, October 21

Colton & LaCrosse – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available in 2 locations to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid. Visit the online calendar for times.
Colfax – 6 to 8 p.m. – Boot Camp with Carissa Little – For cost and registration, please email Carissa at purefitpersonaltraining@gmail.com

Tuesday, October 22

Rosalia – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid.
Colfax – Bliss Yoga with Dawn Bennett – A restorative Yoga with emphasis on body awareness using breathe and meditation. To register, call Dawn at (509) 397-3777.

Wednesday, October 23

St. John – 12:30 p.m. – Early Release Wednesday – After school fun for grade school kids.
Malden – 3 to 6 p.m. – SHIBA Open House – Joyce Leonard will be available to answer questions about Medicare and Medicaid.
Tekoa – 4 p.m. – Teen Night – Learn how to design picture frames with duct tape.
Colfax – 7 p.m. – Meet Sheriff Candidate Adam Assenberg – For more information, contact Adam at (509) 288-4799 or www.adam4sheriff.org

Thursday, October 24

Palouse – 2:30 p.m. – Learn how to download audiobooks and e-books using the library’s website.
Colfax – 4 to 5:30 p.m. – Overview of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act with Martin Walker, a licensed agent for a private healthcare marketplace

This is just a sampling of the community programs for all ages in Whitman County Library’s 14 branches. Visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us, like the library on Facebook or call (509) 3974366.

Thanks to Kathy Merry

Thanks to Kathy Merry for your amazing support of the Garfield Library. Whitman County Library and your community appreciate you!!

Whitman County Heritage Presentation-Oct. 26

Patti Cammack and Wanda Alderman of WCL invite you to attend...

 Whitman County Heritage: A Presentation of Historically Significant Photos

 Saturday, Oct. 26 at 10:30am

Social Room of Independent Living
 At Bishop Place Senior Living

811 SE Klemgard, Pullman, WA
 Sponsored by Whitman County Genealogical Society

This power point presentation tells, through pictures, stories of Whitman County and its communities. Highlights include schools, churches, communities, pioneers, farming, railroads, etc. Come and enjoy seeing historic photos of places throughout the county. There will be a chance to visit with Wanda and Patti about photos you may have that could be scanned to be a part of the Rural Heritage Project.

The program is free and all are welcome to attend.

Light refreshments will be served.

Call 397-4366 for details.

 

Sound mind ... fit body!

Have you tried Bootcamp, Zumba or Yoga classes at the library? How bout the kids ... dance, tumbling or amazing educational programs? If not, you are missing out!

Whiman County Library Card Sign-Up Drawing

Friends of WCL Draw Winner's

Rosie Schluneger and Duane & Charity McCauley

 

WCL celebrated September's Library Card Sign Up Month by offering new card holders the opportunity to win one of two $25 gift certificates sponsored by the Friends of WCL. Thirty new library users were added throughout Whitman County as part of the promotion. 

 

Certificate winners were drawn at the Friends meeting on Tuesday, October 8. The winners have the choice of local businesses for their $25 gift certificate from one of the many sponsors supporting the Friends of the Library. Rosie Schluneger chose Tick Klock Drug in Colfax and Duane and Charity McCauley of St. John chose Primeland Cooperatives.   

Observed since 1987, Library Card Sign-up Month is a time when the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the country remind parents that a library card is the most important school supply of all.  It's the smartest card in your wallet...the Whitman County Library Card! Getting a library card is easy. Most individuals need only provide proof of Whitman County residency and within a few minutes, the smartest card around is yours to use that very same day. 

For more information on how to sign up for a library card, visit any branch of the Whitman County Library, call toll-free 877-733-3375 or visit the library online at www.whitco.lib.wa.us

Science Afterschool Program-Colfax Library-Oct 17

 

 

 

Play & Learn Programs in Colfax & LaCrosse

 

Do you have a child longing to get out of the house for an educational, romping good time? Join us for Play & Learn playgroup at two Whitman County Library locations: the Colfax Library every Friday morning from 10:00-11:30 a.m. and the Lacrosse Library every Tuesday morning (beginning October 15)from 10-11:30 a.m. These friends, family and neighbors (FFN) programs are sponsored by the Department of Early Learning distributed through Child Care Aware of Eastern Washington.

  

Childhood experts agree: Attending a high-quality program gives children early learning experiences and prepares them for school. "Every child should have some sort of group experience before starting kindergarten," says Sheri Miller, Whitman County Library’s Youth Services Manager. 

For more information about the Play & Learn program or many other programs available at your local library, please call toll free 1-877-733-3375 or visit Whitman County Library online at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.

Health Benefits at your fingertips...

Want to sign up for health benefits? We've provided a helpful link to the Washington Health Benefits Exchange at our website.

WCL Calendar Sampling Oct. 10-17

Thursday, October 10

Colfax, LaCrosse & Tekoa – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Thursday. Visit the online calendar for times.
Colfax – Noon – Gentle Yoga with Suzy McNeilly – Pay by the month or by the class.
Colfax – 7 p.m. – Zumba Fitness with Brenda Camp – Pay by the month or by the class.

Friday, October 11

Colfax – 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for preschoolers and parents every Friday.
Endicott, St. John & Uniontown – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Friday. Visit the online calendar for times.

 

Saturday, October 12
Colfax – 1 to 2:30 p.m. – Children’s Tumbling Class offered by Ana Maria Sears. For cost and registration, please call Ana at (509) 338-0809.
Albion – 2 p.m. – Storytime and Craft – Fun stories and craft projects every Saturday.

Monday, October 14

Colton & Garfield – Storytime - Fun stories, finger plays, rhymes, songs and crafts every Monday. Check the calendar for times.
Colfax – 6 to 8 p.m. – Boot Camp with Carissa Little – For cost and registration, please email Carissa at purefitpersonaltraining@gmail.com.

Tuesday, October 15

Colfax – 5:30 p.m. – Bliss Yoga with Dawn Bennett – A restorative Yoga with emphasis on body awareness using breathe and meditation. To register, call Dawn at (509) 397-3777.
Colfax – 7 p.m. – Voter Forum – Join your friends and neighbors in learning about issues you’ll be voting on. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters, Whitman County Gazette and Friends of WCL

Wednesday, Oct 16

Tekoa – Noon – Game Day – Kids are invited to play Wii, Monopoly, Headbandz and more.
Uniontown – 3:15 p.m. – After School Science with hands on experiments.

 

Thursday, October 17
Colfax, Farmington & Tekoa – 3^rd Thursday – Exciting after school program in three locations. Check the calendar for times and themes.

Foreign language is at your fingertips with WCL!

Don't forget foreign language coursework is available to you from Whitman County Library's website. Enjoy the classes on library computers or from the comfort of home...

Branch Manager Position Open - Garfield

Branch manager needed in the Garfield Branch of the Whitman County Library. The library is looking for a customer service oriented individual to provide friendly library service, with duties that include children’s programming, computer assistance, publicity and community outreach. Work an average of 49 hours per month at an hourly rate depending on experience.  Bi-monthly visits to Colfax required.  For more information and application, contact the Garfield Branch at 635-1490 or the Colfax Branch at 1-877-733-3375. Applications must be received by 5 p.m., Wednesday, October 23.

Join us Thursday night at 7 p.m....

Even though my crazy days continue, I have been able to sneak away for a little time in the art studio.  Here's a quick invitation to two special events later this week... Come see what I've been up to!

 "MEET THE ARTIST: CARRIE VIELLE" 

Thursday, October 3rd, 7:00pm

Colfax, WA  Whitman County Library (Main Street)

I'll be featuring several new pieces and talking about my process, inspirations, and the role of the artist today.

then...

"SIRENS" A NEW COLLECTION BY CARRIE VIELLE

Exhibition opening Friday, October 4th 6:00pm

Grande Ronde Cellars, Spokane WA (Lincoln & 2nd Ave, Freeman Center)

Award-winning wine, superb live Jazz (7pm) and ART!!!  I'll have over 15 new pieces on display plus a few favorites from past collections.

Bring family and friends, and feel free to pass the invite along.  Thanks everyone, hope you can make it!  

Carrie 

 

 

Visit your library today!

The Colfax Library is an amazing community treasure with its life-sized rainforest tree, full line-up of community programs and classes for all ages, public computing center, Wi-Fi access, collection of more than 70,000 book, movie and music selections. The library’s website provides cardholders with free eBooks, valuable online databases and foreign language coursework, online reserves and a whole lot more. With 14 branches serving Whitman County, visit www.whitco.lib.wa.us or call 509-397-4366.