Informative Battle Titles for any history buff

Ardennes 1944 by Antony Beevor

This deeply researched work give a definitive account of the Battle of the Bulge, the battle involving more than one million men that finally broke the back of the Wehrmacht. 

Dead Wake by Erik Larson

This is the story of the last crossing of the Lusitania the infamous luxury cruise liner that was sunk by a German U-boat at the beginning of WWI. 

The Secret War by Max Hastings

This is the story of how spies, codes, guerillas and espionage influenced the course of WWII. 

Closed in observance of the New Year.

WCL will be closed in Observance of the New Year, December 31st and January 1st 2017!

We will resume our regular hours on January 2nd at 10:00 AM.

Happy Holidays!

WCL is sending warm wishes to all!

Closed for the Holidays.

WCL will be closed in observance of the Holidays on December 24th and 25th.  

We will open again on December 26th at 10:00 AM.

Weekly Calendar

County Library Calendar – December 22

Thursday, December 22

Colfax – Bill of Rights Pop-Up Exhibit open for viewing at the Center.  This informative exhibit is brought to the library by Humanities Washington.

Tekoa – 4:00 p.m. – Women’s Social Hour is a fun free time to work on a project, share ideas, or just sit down to visit!

Friday, December 23

Colfax – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play and Learn, fun free form play for kids ages 0 to 5 and time for adults to relax!

Malden, Palouse, & Uniontown – Storytime – All preschool children, and their parents, are welcome to join us for STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math), stories, songs, rhymes and crafts.  No sign up required.  To find out times for Storytime at your branch visit the Library Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.  Or ask your librarian.

Saturday, December 24

All Branches – Closed in observance of Christmas

Sunday, December 25

All Branches – Closed in observance of Christmas

Monday, December 26

Colfax – 10 to 11 a.m. – Fit and Fun Exercise, with Nancy.  Enjoy a gentle warm-up, low impact aerobic workout, and a soothing cool down. Cost is $5 per class but instructor Nancy Stanard invites you to try your first class for free. For more information, contact Nancy at (509) 288-1117 or Whitman County Library at (509) 397-4366.

Tuesday, December 27

Albion – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play and Learn, parents/caregivers bring your children for free play and socialization.

Farmington & Rosalia – Storytime – This fun and educational time is designed for children about 3-5 years-old (but everyone is welcome.) Kids will be practicing the alphabet, singing and rhyming, movement and of course… STORIES! STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) components are included with the goal of preparing kids to be lifelong, joyful learners. 

Tekoa – 1:30 p.m. – “Herblock” Political Cartoonist Display, Come in and view the display that showcases education and democracy. A free copy of Herblock's biography is provided by the Herb Block Foundation.

Colfax – 2 to 4 p.m. – Join Molly for a great game of Bingo and a yummy slice of pie!

Palouse – 4 p.m. – Young readers are welcome to bring their own book or choose one from the library.  For a full hour they will have time for silent reading on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at the library but are encouraged to read at home so they are ready to share what they had read on Friday.  There will be snacks provided on Friday.

Wednesday, December 28

Albion & Oakesdale – Crafts, Singing, Rhyming, and Movement are just part of the fun at Storytime.

Garfield – 1 p.m. – Families with children 5+ are welcome. Each family will compete as a team answering questions about Disney, Animals, Geography, Christmas & more!

St. John – 1 to 4 p.m. – Family-time, the library will provide supplies for a variety of crafts and coloring.  Not in the mood for crafts so soon after Christmas?  We'll also have a selection of board games and STEM activities available for all ages.

Thursday, December 29

Colfax – 10:10 to 11:30 a.m. – Storytime, children ages 0 to 5 are welcome to enjoy engaging stories and imaginative activities that include songs, finger plays, crafts, puppets and more!

Tekoa – 1 p.m. – Preschool Storytime is designed for kids ages 3 to 5 and involves songs, crafts, fun and of course stories!

Palouse – 4 p.m. – Day two of Silent reading book club!  Young readers can come in and take advantage of the quiet warm reading time!

The Festival of Trees will be on display through out December, come into the Center during library hours to view the winners.  Whitman County Library wishes you Happy Holiday’s, for more festive activities visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us, call 1-877-733-3375 or like us on Facebook.

Art Among the Trees December 21st. from 5 to 9.

There's still time to VOTE for your favorite tree! 

The library is open today and tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Prizes awarded for: 

People's Choice, Best Theme/Most Creative, Kids' Choice and Judges' Choice. 

Winners of the Festival of Trees will be announce at Art Among the Trees, a community reception on Wednesday, Dec 21 from 5-9 p.m. at the Center.

Musical Non-Fiction titles

Forever Words by Johnny Cash

This nonfiction book is a collection of the never-before-published poems and song lyrics written by Johnny Cash.  Included are facsimile reproductions of Cash’s own handwritten pages.

Angelic Music by Corey Mead

This nonfiction book is the story of Benjamin Franklin’s favorite invention the glass armonica, the composers who wrote songs for it and the women who popularized it. 

Of All the Gin Joints by Mark Bailey

This nonfiction book tells the true tales of celebrity hijinks and movie-star mayhem while also serving up a frothy mix of forty cocktail recipes you can make. 

Weekly Calendar

County Library Calendar – December 15

Thursday, December 15

Colfax – Bill of Rights Pop-Up Exhibit open for viewing at the Center.

Colfax – 6:30 p.m. – Trivia night at the Hyde Out, come in with your team or join one when you get here!  If your Whole team brings their Library you get a prize!

Rosalia – 7 to 9 p.m. – Moms night out, bring your wrapping paper, and gifts for time and space to wrap without prying eyes!  There will be snacks and maybe even a movie.

Endicott – 7 p.m. – Ladies night is open to ladies of all ages to discuss the book “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White.

Friday, December 16

Palouse – 4 p.m. – Holiday fun part 3 is a great time to catch a movie, create a craft, and eat some yummy snacks.

Malden – 6 to 8 p.m. – Pinterest Party, come in and create some wonderful hand folded Holiday Ornaments or bring your gifts and paper for time to wrap without prying eyes!

Saturday, December 17

Oakesdale – 9 to noon – Join Elana for Bingo and a slice of delicious pie.

Monday, December 19

Colfax – 3:30 p.m. – Caregiver support group this free program is a great opportunity for both paid and unpaid caregivers to meet and support each other.

Rosalia – 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. – Teen Advisory Council is a way for teens to have a say in what young adult programs come to the library, join today to have your say.

Uniontown – 6 p.m. – Bingo and Potluck with Petra.  Come in for a fun game of Bingo and all kinds of great food.

Tuesday, December 20

Colfax – 2 to 4 p.m. – Coffee Cookies and Coloring this is a great way to relax, Molly has supplies but you are welcome to bring your own.

Rosalia –  2 to 4 p.m. – Lego Holiday Building Party is back, come in and use Ms. Marcy’s Lego Collection to make your favorite holiday scene.

Tekoa – 3 to 4 p.m. – Lego Club will spark your imagination and have you building all kinds of wonderfully ornate Lego creations.

Wednesday, December 21

Colfax – Art among the trees reception and beer and wine tasting

Garfield – 12:50 p.m. – Special Storytime with Ladow Court Assisted living, will feature holiday stories and Christmas Carols!

Thursday, December 22

Tekoa – 4:00 p.m. – Women’s Social Hour is a fun free time to work on a project, share ideas, or just sit down to visit!

Whitman County Library wishes you Happy Holiday’s, for more festive activities visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us, call 1-877-733-3375 or like us on Facebook.

3rd Thursday After School Dec. 15

It may be chilly outside, but the Colfax Library offers warm, friendly fun on December 15.  Youth in grades 1-4 are invited to “Holiday Fun” at the Colfax Library.

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.

Trivia Night at the Hyde Out

Fiction titles you might enjoy!

French Kiss: #1 of Detective LucMoncrief by James Patterson

Take a break from the hustle and bustle and instead pick up a good book, like James Patterson’s newest novel about a handsome and charming French Detective whose first case may be his last!

Tempting Dusty: #1 of Temptation Saga by Helen Hardt

A feisty stud bull, a rich and handsome ranch owner, a beautiful woman and a million dollar prize for an eight second ride make this one tempting romance. 

The Good Old Boys and the SmilingCountry by Elmer Kelton

Seven-time “Spur Award” winning Author Elmer Kelton is at is again with this combined pair of westerns in one great read that is guaranteed to be hustle and bustle free. 

weekly calendar

County Library Calendar – December 8

Thursday, December 8

Colfax – Yoga with Suzy McNeilly, there are three different yoga courses during the day, for more information and times please visit the Library Events Calendar.

Tekoa – 4 p.m. – Women’s social hour, join Diane for a wonderful opportunity to share ideas, craft or just chat with other ladies!

Friday, December 9

Colfax – 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Play and learn is a fun way for pre-school aged kids to learn without even knowing.

Endicott, St. John, and Uniontown – Storytime for ages 0 to 6 is a fun way to introduce kids to books and reading while the adults relax!  Times may vary, call your local branch or visit the Library Events Calendar online.

Malden – 3:30 to 4:15 – Storytime for kids age 3 to 5 offers learning with the alphabet, singing, rhyming, and movement and of course stories!

Saturday, December 10

LaCrosse – 9 to noon – Breakfast with Santa, come to the Gathering place for Pancakes, Sausage, and Juice or Coffee with Santa and don’t forget to share your wish list.

Monday, December 12

Colton – 10:30 a.m. – Storytime for ages 0 to 5 has music, stories, and crafts.

St. John – 11 to 1 – Tech Monday is open, bring your tablet, smart phone, or laptop for technical assistance.

Albion and LaCrosse – Book Club is a wonderful opportunity to gather, read and discuss a great book!  Times are available on the Library Events Calendar or by calling your local branch.

Tuesday, December 13

Colfax –  2 to 4 p.m. – Bingo and Pie, come in for a yummy slice and a fun game of bingo!

Farmington and Rosalia – Storytime for pre-school aged kids is a fun way to introduce kids to reading with music, crafts and fun! Times may vary so check out the Library Events Calendar for more information.

Wednesday, December 14

Uniontown – Adult craft night, bring in your current project or use what the Library has.  Kids are welcome to come in a do their own craft or play with the toys.

Thursday, December 15

Colfax – Bill of Rights Pop-Up Exhibit open for viewing at the Center.

Colfax – 6:30 p.m. – Trivia night at the Hyde Out, come in with your team or join one when you get here!  If your Whole team brings their Library you get a prize!

Rosalia – 7 to 9 p.m. – Moms night out, bring your wrapping paper, and gifts for time and space to wrap without prying eyes!  There will be snacks and maybe even a movie.

Endicott – 7 p.m. – Ladies night is open to ladies of all ages to discuss the book “Charlotte’s Web” by E.B. White.

Whitman County Library wishes you Happy Holiday’s, for more festive activities visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us, call 1-877-733-3375 or like us on Facebook.

WSDOT Railway decision meetings

Biography selections from Rachelle

Duke by Terry Teachout

This biography peels away the layers of Duke Ellington’s public persona to tell the unvarnished truth about the greatest jazz composer of the twentieth century. 

The Girl with Seven Names by Hyeonseo Lee

This biography tells the story of one woman’s terrifying struggle to avoid capture and repatriation by one of the world’s most ruthless regimes after she fled North Korea at the young age of 17. 

Marrow by Elizabeth Lesser

This courageous and mesmerizing memoir tells the story of two sisters who must endure a bone marrow transplant – one the donor and one the recipient – and their journey through this life and death experience. 

WSU / Ace Hardware Raffle Tree

Enter to win this WSU / Ace Hardware Raffle Tree!

Tickets are $1.00 each and you must be 18 to enter.

The tree is a 7.5 foot, ultra-real, prelit Fir with scentsicles. It has 750 clear lights, crimson and gray ornaments, flags, fan fingers and more.

Drawing to be held December 21, 2016 at a community reception in the Center.

All proceeds will go toward the further renovation of the Center.