New Books on Crafts, Inspirational Projects, & Creativity!

By Rachelle Ledbetter

How to Amaze Your Son by Raphale Vidaling

This book is filled with recipes, crafts and inspiring projects that will help you elicit “Wow” and “Cool” from even the most skeptical of boys. 

How to Amaze Your Daughter by Raphale Vidaling

Using items you can find in your own home this book will help you turn an ordinary day into a day filled with crafts, science experiments, magic tricks and more. 

Take a Ball of String by Jemima Schlee

From rustic garden twine to soft cotton braid this book is filled with ideas that will inspire you to get knitting, crocheting, coiling and knotting.  

After School Science-March 16 at JES

    

WCL Calendar Sampling Feb. 25-March 3

Thursday, February 25

Colfax – Yoga – Four different classes to meet your needs and fitness level. Check the online calendar for more information.

Malden – 10:30 a.m. to Noon – Play and Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddlers, preschoolers and parents.

Albion – 5 p.m. – Fireside Chat – Visit around our “fire” with friends over tea and cocoa.

Friday, February 26

Endicott, Malden, Palouse, St. John & Uniontown – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more every Friday. Visit the online calendar for times.

Colfax – 12 p.m. – Best Yes Book Discussion – Everyone’s welcome to join in the discussion. For more information, contact Becky at (509) 397-2550 or via email at ewingrl@gmail.com

Saturday, February 27

Rosalia – 11 a.m. – Lego Building Day – All ages are invited to use their creativity. Duplo Blocks available for the younger ones. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Uniontown – 1 p.m. – Open House Ceremony – Tour the new library and stay for light refreshments.

Monday, February 29

Colton – 10:30 a.m. – Preschool Storytime – Fund and reading readiness for kids ages 0-6.

Colfax – 4 p.m. – Library Board Meeting – Meetings are open to the public and community members are encouraged to attend.

Tuesday, March 1

Endicott – 11:30 a.m. – Play and Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddlers, preschoolers and parents.

Tekoa – 5 p.m. – Eggbot Computer Designs – Used the EggBot, an introduction to computer numerical control (CNC), to decorate spherical shapes. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wednesday, March 2

LaCrosse – 1:15 p.m. – After School Fun – Ride the bus with a note to the library for an hour of fun.

Malden – 2 p.m. – Needle Nuts – Work on your knitting or other needle work while relaxing and visiting with others.

Tekoa – 6 p.m. – Free Parenting Workshop – Register at www.healthytekoa.org  or call Diane at (509) 284-3121

Thursday, March 3

Uniontown – 4 p.m. – Kids Drama Club – Explore all facets of drama and theater with improv games, stage lingo and of course FUN.

Albion – 5:30 p.m. – Knit Night – Learn to knit or bring a project to work on.

This is only a sampling of the dozens of programs held each week in branches of the Whitman County Library. Check our Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us to see what else is happening.

How to grow, keep alive and raise houseplants!

By Rachelle Ledbetter

What’s Wrong with my Houseplant by David Deardorff

This wonderful book will tell you exactly how much light, water and fertilizer more than 130 indoor plants need to thrive while teaching you how to identify common plant problems.

Edible Spots & Pots by Stacey Hirvela

Small space gardening is all the rage and this book will show you how to grow edibles almost anywhere including containers, raised beds and more! 

Derek Fell’s Grow This! 

If you desire abundant harvests, flavorful vegetables, and long-lasting blooms this book will show you how to choose plants that deliver the benefits you value and help you avoid plants you have to fuss over.

WCL Calendar Sampling Feb. 18-25

Thursday, February 18

Albion – 5 p.m. – Fireside Chat – Visit around our “fire” with friends over tea and cocoa.

Friday, February 19

Colfax – 12 to 3:30 p.m. – Savory Soups Workshop with Kelli Collins – Everyone’s invited to attend this free workshop.

Palouse – 6 p.m. – Adult Coloring, heart themed and snacks provided, bring a friend!

Saturday, February 20

St. John – 9 a.m. – Morning Book Club – Join in the discussion, “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple. Everyone’s welcome.

Uniontown – 2 p.m. – Free Portrait Day – Come get your portrait, glam or silly pose done.

Oakesdale – 6 p.m. – Adult Craft Night – Make you own paracord bracelet. All supplies will be provided. Coffee and refreshments provided by SunEdison.

Monday, February 22

Lacrosse – 10:30 a.m. – Play and Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddlers, preschoolers and parents.

St. John – 3:30 p.m. – Crazy 8’s Math Club – Improve your math skills using fun games. Kids in grades K-2 must preregister with Clancy at (509)648-3319.

Tuesday, February 23

Colfax -2 p.m. – Bingo & Pie – Mature adults are invited for Bingo and Pie on the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday. This event is free thanks to funding from Empire Health Foundation.

Uniontown – 5:30 p.m. – Filing for Social Security Workshop with Bill Skavdahl, Financial Advisor with Waddell & Reed – Free event with light refreshments provided.

Wednesday, February 24

St. John – 12:20 p.m. – Afterschool Craft – Kids in grades 1-5 are invited to crafts and snacks.

Malden – 3 to 5 p.m. – Lego Build Day – Build a Lego creation that can stand an earthquake! Free for all ages, but children under eight must be accompanied by an adult.

Tekoa – 6 p.m. – Free Parenting Workshop – Five classes with babysitting and light refreshments. To register visit www.healthytekoa.org or call the library at (509) 284-3121

Thursday, February 25

Farmington – 6:30 p.m. – Adult Computer Help – Help with basic computer skills.

Tekoa High School – 6:30 p.m. – Teen Tech Night – The Tekoa Library partners with Healthy Tekoa Coalition and Alternatives to Violence on the Palouse for a teen night. Learn how to decorate all sorts of shapes, from light bulbs to ping pong balls using the EggBot!



This is only a sampling of the dozens of programs held each week in branches of the Whitman County Library. Check our Events Calendar www.whitco.lib.wa.us to see what else is happening.

Easy Recipes for Fast Cooking! New at WCL!

By Rachelle Ledbetter

Taste of Home Simple, Easy, Fast Slow Cooker

Ready in four hours, using five basic ingredients, with prep times of ten minutes will have you jumping for joy over the ease of these 390 slow cooker greats!    

Dinner A.S.A.P. by editors of Cooking Light

Perfect for today’s busy cooks this cookbook proves that quick meals can be healthy too.  All you need are the right ingredients and the right shortcuts. 

The Cannabis Cookbook by Tim Pilcher

This is the definitive guide to cooking with the world’s most versatile and popular weeds.  It contains over 35 tasty recipes for meals, munchies and more. 

Coffee, Cookies & Coloring-Feb. 16

Seniors are invited to Coffee, Cookies and Coloring on Tuesday, February 16 at 2 p.m. in the Colfax Library. This program is free, thanks to funding from Empire Health Foundation in partnership with Whitman County Library.

 

While surging in popularity, studies show that adult coloring helps maintain cognitive skills while providing valuable stress relief and a creative outlet. When provided in a social settings, seniors will see important health benefits as well.  For more information on Coffee, Cookies & Coloring, Bingo and Pie, Rural Heritage conversations and other services for seniors, contact Sarah McKnight, Whitman County Library at 509-397-4366.

WCL Calendar Feb. 11-18

Thursday, February 11

Malden – 10:30 a.m. to Noon – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddlers, preschoolers and parents.

Colfax – Yoga with Suzy McNeilly – Two different classes to meet your needs and fitness level. Visit the online calendar for call (509) 397-4366 for more information.

Friday, February 12

Colfax – Noon to 1 p.m. – The Best Yes Book Discussion –Everyone’s welcome to join in the discussion. For more information, contact Becky at (509) 397-2550 or via email at ewingrl@gmail.com

Malden – 6:30 p.m. – Pinterest Party – Pinterest Party – Create a Valentine inspired craft.

Sunday, February 14

All branches closed in observance of President’s Day

Monday, February 15

Eddy’s in Colfax – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Caregiver Coffee Group meeting at Eddy’s Restaurant in Colfax

Endicott – 6 p.m. – Free informative workshop based on Gary Chapman’s book series “Discover Your Love Language.” All adults and couples are invited to attend.

All branches closed in observance of President’s Day.

Tuesday, February 16

Endicott – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Play & Learn – Creative play and sharing for toddlers, preschoolers and parents.

Farmington & Rosalia – Storytime – Bring in the little ones for fun stories, songs and more.

Tekoa -5 p.m. – EggBot Computer Designs – Decorate all sorts of shapes with the EggBot, an introduction to computer numerical control (CNC) gadget. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information please call Diane at (509) 284-3121.

Wednesday, February 17

Tekoa & Uniontown – Afterschool Fun – Check the calendar for times and themes.

Colfax – 5:30 to 7 p.m. – World War II Class with Steve Balzarini – Cost is $17 for a five week course. For more information or to register, visit www.sccel.spokane.edu/ACT2 or call (509) 279-6030.

Thursday, February 18

Albion, Colfax, Colton Farmington & Palouse – Afterschool Fun – Exciting after school programs in five locations. Check the calendar for times and themes.

Endicott – 7 p.m. – Join the discussion of “Eat, Pray, Love” by Elizabeth Gilbert. Everyone’s invited.

 

It’s Food for Fines at Whitman County Library. Library users are invited to exchange nonperishable food and toiletry items for up $10 in outstanding library fines. Visit any of WCL’s 14 locations, call (509) 397-4366 or online at www.whitco.lib.wa.us for details.

 

 

 

Spring is just around the corner, new ideas on gardening!

By Rachelle Ledbetter

All New Square Foot Gardening; Second Edition by Mel Bartholomew

This practical book will show you how to grow big things this spring even if you have a small back yard or no back yard at all.  Rich with new full-color images and updated tips new gardeners and old gardeners alike will love this book. 

Building Soil by Elizabeth Murphy

You don’t need a degree in soil management to have healthy soil your plants will thrive in.  All you really need is to check out this handy how-to guide. 

Garden Projects by Roger Marshall

Spring is coming so now is the time to get to work on these 25 easy-to-build wood structures and ornaments that are useful and ornamental additions to yards and gardens.

After School Program Feb. 18

For more information contact:Sheri Miller at the library (509-397-4366.)

For a complete list of events and programs happening in all fourteen Whitman County Library branches, visit the Whitman County Library website or the library's events calendar or call the library at 397-4366 or 877-733-3375 toll-free.

Healing spices, plant medicines and prescription interactions all new books at WCL!

By Rachelle Ledbetter

Don’t Eat This if You’re Taking That by Madelyn Fernstrom

Seven out of ten Americans take prescriptions drugs.  But when it comes to food and medicine interactions what you don’t know can hurt you.  This easy to use guide will show you what foods to avoid ensuring your medications are working properly. 

The Herbal Apothecary by JJ Pursell

Plant-based medicines offer many possibilities for the body, mind and spirit.  This holistic guide provides an accessible and comprehensive introduction to medicinal plants, how they work and how to use them safely. 

Healing Spices by Nicole Smith

Spices not only ad a flavorful kick to meals, they also have benefits that improve overall health.  This handy little book will show you how to use spices to reduce salt, sugar and fatty oils in your meals as well as create inexpensive home remedies.  

County Library Calendar- February 4-11

Thursday, February 4

Colfax, Lacrosse & Tekoa – Storytime - Bring in the littles ones for stories, crafts and more. Visit online calendar for times and themes

Albion – 5 p.m. – Fireside Chat – Visit around our “fire” with friends over tea and cocoa

Friday, February 5

Colfax – 3:30 to 6:45 p.m. – Rising Stars Dance – Four classes for different ages. For more information and pricing, please call Keri at (509) 432-6961.

Malden – 3:30 pm – Take Your Child to the Library – National celebration with a special Storytime and craft, including prizes during regular open hours 2-6 p.m.

Saturday, February 6

Rosalia – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Take You Child to the Library – National celebration encouraging families to enjoy the library with a special craft and giveaways.

Monday, February 8

St. John – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Tech Monday – Drop in for help with your basic computer and digital device questions the 2^nd Monday of each month.

Center in Colfax – 5:30 p.m. – Relay for Life Meeting – Open to community members interested in volunteering or participating. For more information, contact Taylor Johnson at (509) 242-8303.

Albion – 7 p.m. – Book Club – Join us in discussion of the White Elephant books we each read.

Tuesday, February 9

Colfax – 2 p.m. – Bingo & Pie – Mature adults are invited for Bingo & Pie on the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday. This event is free thanks to funding from Empire Health Foundation.

Colfax – 6 p.m. – Ukulele Plus with Scott Hallett – For all skill levels, cost is $16 for four class sessions. For more information or to register, visit www.sccel.spokane.edu/ACT2 or call (509) 279-6030.

Wednesday, February 10

Endicott, Lacrosse, Malden, Oakesdale, Rosalia & St. John – Early Release Wednesday – Afterschool fun with crafts and activities for grades K-6. Check the calendar for times.

Palouse – 3 p.m. – Kids, Kolor & Kookies – Afternoon of fun for kids with heart themed coloring pages.

Colfax -5:30 to 9 p.m. – eBay Basics – Learn this proven method for creating a lucrative home business. Cost is only $10 with registration available at www.scce.spokane.edu/ACT2 or by phone at (509) 279-6030.

LaCrosse – 7 p.m. – Book Club – Join in the discussion of Reading in the Dark by Seamus Deane.

Thursday, February 11

Rosalia – 7:30 p.m. – Pinterest Party – Create a Valentine inspired craft.

 

It’s Food for Fines at Whitman County Library. Library users are invited to exchange nonperishable food and toiletry items for up $10 in outstanding library fines. Visit any of WCL’s 14 locations, call (509) 397-4366 or online at www.whitco.lib.wa.us for details.

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