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100824 LAB Meeting Packet
LIBRARY ADVISORY BOARD MEETING AGENDA October 8 2024 4111VIvIFF-1, 11:00pm I Pink House/Library Learning Center • Join virtually via computer or tablet at http://Ooinwebinar.com enter the 9-digit Webinar ID 111- 969-211 • Join by phone in listen -only mode United States: Local Dial In — (360) 390-5064 ext. 9 access code: 587-952-268 • Submit public comment to be included in the meeting record to: https://Publiccomment.fillout.com/citvofpt I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Approval of Agenda IV. Approval of Minutes V. Welcome and Introductions VI. New Business a. Electing a Vice Chair b. Library Updates c. Summer Reading Program Recap d. Update from the Friends of the Library e. Board Recruitment f. Second Review of Meeting Room Policy Revisions VII. Next Scheduled Meeting — December 10, 2024 1 1:00 p.m. /Pink House Meeting Room Suggestions: Vill. Public Comment IX. 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IR f g 2 r 4� W q 2 N W 4°L 4°� 4° _ 0; C; 0;17,C; N O N Cl)§ n § 0 n o N$ _ § N « Ln n Ln § 04 q § N le § C14 to C*4 m N LO � CD § § / § § � o " \ / / / � N �q ® o o Nt © o R - a� OR li \ 2 2 R /� k m 2 N f� fe % f� # # §} # f} fk f} o0 o0 o0 o0 N C4 § � � / - m Ln Q q q Q ) ) ) ) k k k k 2 m § w 2 N § $ $ m m 2 0 2 0 I 0 2 0 ) k k \ \ \ \ \ E 0 , E § ° 2 k c 0 R c / § § 41 \ — ■ < 1 � — c ■ « ! - o % E m �� k k 0 2 0� a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Happy first month of Summer Reading! It has been a busy month for us at the library with school promotion visits and the start of our annual Summer Reading program. During the month of June, Emily met with over 1,000 students and their teachers at local public and private schools and shared information about the Library's Summer Reading program through class visits, field trips, and full school assemblies. Emily visited a total of 20 classes (428 students) OCEAN, Blue Herron Middle School, and SWAN School. Over 100 students from Port Townsend High School visited the library, received a tour, and had the opportunity to check out material. Additionally, Emily worked with a group of 41" and 51" grade students at Salish Coast Elementary school to create a video promoting upcoming programs at the library. This video was shared at the Salish Coast Elementary assemblies and reached a total of 450 students. All of these students received a Summer Reading handout with information about upcoming events and programs. Class Visits and Field Trips- 1,028 students total. • OCEAN class visits. 6 classes with a total of 108 students. • Port Townsend High School field trips. 5 classes with a total of 150 students. • Blue Herron Middle School. 10 classes with a total of 250 students. • Salish Coast Elementary. 2 school assemblies with a total of 450 students. • SWAN school. 4 classes with a total of 70 students. Color Code: -= Adult Programs, Gr en= Kid's Programs, IPurple=Teen Programs, e = Monthly Programs, CIINw= All Ages Programs a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Monthly Programs Book Lovers Cafe 1 st Mondays Melody Adult 16 Friends Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng Silent Book Club 1 st Tuesdays Nancy Teen/Adult 5 Friends Fiber Arts Night 1St Kathi Adult 5 Library Wednesdays Spice Kits 2nd Kathi Adult 50 Friends Tuesdays WSU Plant Clinic 1st Tuesdays Sarah Adult 8 WSU Fairbank Extension Digital Equity Thursdays Jamie Pena Adult 25 Jefferson Navigator: Thursday County Tech Help and Basic Library & Computer Classes Friends Farmers Market 1 St Judith 3-6 yr. 28 Library Stor time Saturdays Storytime at the Park Tuesdays Emily 0-6 yr. 105 Library Read 2 Rover 4t" Melody and 5-11 7 Library and Thursdays Gryfin and Olympic special Mountain guests Pet Pals a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Special Events Date: 6/27/2024 Presenter: Steve King and Tyler Johnson Intended Age: Adults Attendance 25 Location: Carnegie Room Sponsored By: City of Port Townsend Description: HowYour City V,1.• City of port Townsend Join Public Works Director Steve King and Project Manager Tyler Johnson for an educational talk at the library on how streets are built. The talk with look into the history of Port Townsend's roads, as well as how they are planned, built and maintained. The talk is a continuation of the How Your City Works series. Comments: a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Description: Join us at Chetzemoka Park for our monthly Yoga Storytime program series with Dani Dent. We'll bring stories to life using breath, music, and movement, building early literacy skills along with healthy bodies. Please wear comfortable clothes. If you have a yoga mat, bring it along! Ages 0-12. Comments: Dani is an absolute delight to work with! After working with her last year, I have been so excited to bring her back and offer a longer program series. This year we have scheduled out three different yoga storytimes at Chetzemoka Park. For our first session we had a small but highly engaged group. I recently added several new yoga picture books to our collection, and Dani and I worked together to create an outline that combined movement, breath work, and early literacy skills. My favorite book that we read was Hello Sun! A Yoga Sun Salutation to Start the Day by Sarah Jane Hinder. As I read this story, Dani walked us through the various positions and shared a few reflections about mindfulness and observing the beauty of the natural a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 6/20/2024 Presenter: Faith Pray, Lily LaMotte, and Dori Butler Intended 7-12 Age: Attendance 38 Location: Carnegie Room Sponsored Friends of the Port Townsend Library B: Description: Join us in the Carnegie Room for an evening of stories, arts and crafts, and book signings with children's book authors Faith Pray, Lily LaMotte, and Dori Butler. Thursday, June 20th from 5pm-6:30pm. 5:00pm-5:30pm author presentations 5:30pm-6:00pm craft tables and activities 6:00pm author signings + puppet theater for free play and imaginative storytelling Sponsored by The Imprint Bookstore and the Port Townsend Friends of the Library. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 6/27/2024 Presenter: Lydia Vadopalas and Julia Thurston from Ground Control Goats Intended Age: Kids, teens, and their families Attendance 150 Location: Pink House Lawn Sponsored By: Friends of the Port Townsend Library Description: Kids, teens, and their families are invited to celebrate the last day of school by coming to the Port Townsend Public Library and hanging out with some goats! Lydia and Julia will be introducing us to their herd of oddballs and outcasts, while sharing some of their handmade block -prints and photography (goato-shoots). Pink House Lawn Thursday, June 27th, 4pm-5pm Ground control goats is a small two-woman-1 7-goat glam rock / space themed goat grazing and art business. They offer local grazing services for blackberry, thistle, ivy, and more. In addition to grazing services, ground control also offers goat whimsy and joy in the form of goat block prints, goetry (goat poetry) videos, and goatoshoots as part of their Patreon membership. Ground control is hoping to expand the goat art/joy/whimsy this season to include public goetry readings, goat figure drawing classes and goat zines. Comments: June 27th was the last day of school for the Port Townsend School district and to celebrate we had a goat party at the library! It was the perfect timing for this program, and I am so glad that I was able to do our assemblies at Salish Coast on Wednesday morning and class visits at Swan School on Thursday. Several parents told me that their kiddo learned about this program at school during one of my class visits. I think this was the most fun that I have ever had at a library program! The whole event was an absolute joy. I was so impressed by Lydia, Julia, and their herd of "odd -balls and outcasts." We had a huge turnout with over 150 people and the goats were so patient with all of the kids who wanted to pet them, feed them, and dress a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report them up in colorful costumes. It felt like something out of a children's book. I was also super impressed by the craft tables that Lydia and Julia set out with hand made block print stamps. I would love to have them back to do an art program with us someday! As I was walking into the library at the end of the night, I heard a parent say to their kids, "Don't we have the best library?" That moment brought so much joy to my heart. I have the best job! a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 6/28/2024 Presenter: Pheobe Wahl and Emily Bufford Intended 7-12 Age: Attendance 100 Location: Children's Room Sponsored Friends of the Port Townsend Library B: Description Help us transform our library pathway into a magical fairy garden! Enjoy an afternoon of storytelling and fairy exploration with Children's Book Author, Pheobe Wahl. We will be reading her book Backyard Fairies and then using natural and upcycled materials to construct fairy houses. Materials may include bark, twigs, shells, feathers, flowers, leaves, buds, and berries. Ages 7-12. Comments: What an absolutely magical day! This was one of our most anticipated programs of the Summer. Leading up to the program, several parents told me that they were so excited to meet Pheobe Wahl and build fairy houses with their kiddos. The Children's Room was packed for Pheobe's presentation. We could not have fit another person into the room. Families traveled from all the way from Whidbey Island to meet her and listen to her read Backyard Fairies and Little Witch Hazel. Pheobe was an absolute delight. She brought the gnome house that she originally created for Little Witch Hazel. It was so delightful watching the kids interact with Pheobe and ask questions about the house and her stories. After the presentation, Phoebe stayed in the Children's Room to answer questions and sign books. Meanwhile, we started the fairy house building activity. Kids and their families chose supplies from the shells, sticks, moss, bark, flowers, and leaves from the four stations that I set up. We had families set up along every pathway around the library. Fairy houses started appearing under benches, in the nooks of trees, and along the garden walls. It was so delightful to see all the different fairy houses at the end of the program. I hope to do this program again next year! a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report ,° e F 4 �' � � �"i' '0@ p,fir, fl�� � �� ,� � m y xi f , w�"+ e l ✓ ' ��,a' � .. ;� 44 n A'fflM` 9 "h* a / "pt�rc r 4f 9 / I q r + f � � � �ry ('•:C4 � �?� � j ,~ �'V a��/H�f//���/� / �+�� r f faN it %iF v� / II �V � I Y rc ✓ r � � i / t R I ,� lvl ; Vd: !"%' W Iy a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library June 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Read to Rover 7/25 Our most well attended Read 2 Rover summer event with three very different therapy dogs and 12 kid readers. Read 2 Rover Dogs pictures: Gryfin, Stanley Rodger, and Iris. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Monthly Programs Book Lovers Cafe 1 st Mondays Melody Adult 8 Friends Silent Book Club 1 st Tuesdays Nancy Teen/Adult 3 Friends Fiber Arts Night 1St Kathi Adult 6 Library Wednesdays Spice Kits 2nd Kathi Adult 50 Friends Tuesdays WSU Plant Clinic 1st Tuesdays Sarah Adult 10 WSU Fairbank Extension Digital Equity Thursdays Jamie Pena Adult 19 Jefferson Navigator: Thursday County Tech Help and Basic Library & Computer Classes Friends Farmers Market 1 St Judith 3-6 yr. 40 PT Farmers Storytime Saturdays Market Storytime in the Park Tuesdays Emily 0-6 yrs. 144 Chetzemoka Park 4t" Thursdays Read 4t" Melody and 5-11 12 Library and 2 Rover Thursdays Gryfin and Olympic special Mountain guests I I I Pet Pals Yoga Storytime 3rd Dani Dent 3-12 9 Chetzemoka Wednesdays Park a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Special Events Date: 7/17/2024 Presenter: Greg Tindall, Drew Kampion, Erwin Dence, Tim Nolan, Rico Moore and Dana Terill. Intended Age: Adult Attendance 100+ Location: Carnegie Room Sponsored By: FOL Description: 5l Join us at the library for an evening of surfing stories and surf art. The Fourth Occasional Surfing, Art & Culture event will feature distinguished writers and story -tellers, including Greg Tindall, Drew Kampion, Erwin Dence, Tim Nolan, Rico Moore and Dana Terill. A crew of local surf artists will be present showing their work. Artists include, Nam Siu, Stephen Davis, John Holm and Reggie Smart. The event will also debut filmmaker, Anne Fer erson's short -documentary on Erwin Dence. Comments: A great continuation of this beloved program. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 7/3/2024 Presenter: Emily Bufford Intended Age: 7-12 Attendance 26 Location: Pink House Meeting Room Sponsored I FOL Description: Join other LEGO enthusiasts for an exciting afternoon of pirate adventures! Comments: We had a really fantastic group of kids turn up for our LEGO Club program! They had so much fun designing pirate ships and treasure maps. After they finished building their pirate ship, the kids put their designs to the test by trying to see if it would float in a bucket of water. It was great to see all of the critical thinking and problem - solving taking place. The kids also had a lot of fun wearing costume pirate hats and eyepatches. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 7/11 /2024 Presenter: Galia Roman and Ella Bufford Intended Age: 7-12 Attendance 38 Location: Pink House Lawn Sponsored By: FOL Description: Come hang out with some chickens! Our resident chicken expert will answer all your chicken related questions. Comments: Our chicken storytime program was a huge success! We had a lively group of kids and Galia did a fantastic job responding to all of their questions. The kids really enjoyed meeting our two silkies, Snowball and Bellbottoms. At the end of the program, Galia and Ella showed the kids how to gently pet the chickens. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 7/18/2024 Presenter: East Jefferson Fire and Rescue Intended Age: 7-12 Attendance 9 kids attended the program, and 10 take -and -make kits were distributed in the Children's Room after the program Location: Pink House Lawn Sponsored By: FOL and EJFR Description: Race to assemble a first aid kit and win an exciting prize! Learn basic first aid skills for survival situations. Ages 7-12. Comments: East Jefferson Fire and Rescue (EJFR) continues to be a wonderful community partner to work with. They had volunteers available to help kids assemble basic first aid kits and answer questions. They also brought out the ambulance and gave the kids a tour of inside the vehicle and showcased some of their rescue equipment. Additionally, they provided us with 10 first aid kits for families who could not attend the program. We created a display in the Children's Room with books about first responders and the first aid kits. It was great to see how quickly all of the kits went home with families! a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report EREEEEEEEW Date: 7/2/2024 Presenter: Russ Stamp Intended Age: 12-18 Attendance 3 Location: Pink House Meeting Room Sponsored By: FOL Description: Local photographer Russ Stamp will teach you some of his best tips and tricks of the trade. Learn to brave the elements and take better nature photos using either your phone or a camera. Then put what you learned to practice by submitting your favorite photos for our upcoming Adventure Art Gallery! Ages 12-18. Comments: Russ did an excellent job of connecting with all of the teens who attended this program and creating a relaxed and engaging atmosphere. He showcased some of his recent photos, highlighting various ways to frame the same shot. By the end of the program, he had the kids giving feedback and brainstorming ways to make each shot better. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 7/10/2024 Presenter: Galia Roman and Ella Bufford Intended Age: 7-12 Attendance 3 Location: Pink House Meeting Room Sponsored FOL B: Description: Interested in raising chickens? Learn everything you need to know from feeding and bathing to protecting them from predators. Our resident chicken expert will answer all your chicken related questions and introduce you to her feathery friends. Ages 12-18. Comments: During this program, Galia Roman gave an informative presentation about poultry, raising chickens, and participating in 4-H. Ella Bufford shared information about her two silkies, Snowball and Bellbottoms, and talked about her additional chickens at home. Even though we had a fairly small turnout, it had a high impact on the teens who came. All of the teens who attended this program owned chickens or had recently started raising chicks. I was so impressed by the specific and detailed questions they asked. For example, one teen shared a recent experience and asked: "What do you do if a chicken lays an egg without a shell?" Galia did an excellent job of responding to these questions. She shared resources, talked about some of her personal experiences, and gave some helpful reminders. She also helped to highlight our extensive collection of books on poultry and raising chickens. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report [ 11A N Y EMEMEMEMEM Date: Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, and 31 Presenter: Abby from the Nest Intended Age: 13-18 Attendance 9 Location: The Nest Sponsored By: FOL, the Nest Description: Join The Nest, your favorite community coffeehouse, for a Summer Book Club hosted by Abby from The Nest Youth and Young Adult Advisory Council (YYAAC). This is the perfect opportunity to hang out, share what you're reading, and meet fellow book lovers. The club meets weekly on Wednesdays at 3:30 PM, from July 10 through August 28. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report Drop in any Wednesday to chat and connect. Don't miss out on the fun, conversation, and community! Grab your favorite book and join us! Sponsored by the Nest and the Port Townsend Friends of the Library. Comments: The Nest's program coordinator, Zhaleh Almaee wrote us a positive note about the kickoff event, saying: "Thank you so much for the snacks and thoughtful note to the book club! It was very well received. There were 3 people in attendance for the kickoff - that's a win in my book!" Date: 7/24/2024 Presenter: Emily Bufford Intended 13-18 Age: Attendance 5 Location: Pope Marine Building Sponsored FOL B: Description: Do you have what it takes to beat the competition? Put your creativity to the test! You'll be given a pantry of ingredients and a limited amount of time to work your cupcake magic. Cupcake creations will be judged by your peers, and the winner in each category will bring home a sweet treat. Ages 12-18. Comments: So much fun! We had a really lovely group show up and it was so great to see the teens connecting and becoming friends. They had a fantastic time decorating cupcakes and came up with some adorable designs using the candy toppings and icing. The Pope Marine Building is an excellent location for programs over the Summer as many families were walking past and enjoying the park. Perhaps it would be a good location for a kid or family program next summer? a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library July 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Adventure Begins at Your Library! Summer Reading 2024 We have seen a steady increase in participation since 2021. This year we gave out a record number of 10-hour prizes to kids and teens. In total we gave out 196 books to kids and 55 books to teens. This brings us to a total of 251 10-hour prizes for youth. This year we also introduced a 10-hour prize for adults. So far, we have had 203 adults pick up a bookmark and get entered for our raffle prize. We gave out 341 youth and adult t-shirts. a�� 4'a7nr dirumrr� "�'� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Here's a visual highlighting our youth & teen participation from 2016-present day. Prizes IT' iinibL,ite 250 200 w, hkd,�„ 10Hr,13uze,,„ rig .Teen 10HNurn.s, Total Prizes Distri fluted 2r,)O 10 IOil sir a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report This year we made several changes to our annual Summer Reading Program including new marketing materials. Terra Tapia designed a new logo, reading trackers, event guides, bookmarks, and a poster. We also introduced a 10-hour prize for adults. Additionally, we increased our marketing and outreach efforts. During the month of June, Emily met with over 1,000 students and their teachers at local public and private schools and shared information about the Library's Summer Reading program through class visits, field trips, and full school assemblies. Emily visited a total of 20 classes (428 students) OCEAN, Blue Herron Middle School, and SWAN School. Over 100 students from Port Townsend High School visited the library, received a tour, and had the opportunityto check out material. Additionally, Emily worked with a group of 4th and 511 grade students at Salish Coast Elementary school to create a video promoting upcoming programs at the library. This video was shared at the Salish Coast Elementary assemblies and reached a total of 450 students. All of these students received a Summer Reading event guide with information about upcoming events and programs. Class Visits and Field Trips- 1,028 students total. • OCEAN class visits. 6 classes with a total of 108 students. • Port Townsend High School field trips. 5 classes with a total of 150 students. • Blue Herron Middle School. 10 classes with a total of 250 students. • Salish Coast Elementary. 2 school assemblies with a total of 450 students. • SWAN school. 4 classes with a total of 70 students. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Programs This year we had a wide range of programs for kids, teens, and their families. We offered a total of 16 programs for kids (ages 6-12) and 13 programs for teens (ages 12-18). Additionally, we offered weekly Storytimes at Chetzemoka Park and monthly Storytimes at the Port Townsend Farmers Market. Our most popular programs were our kick-off events held at the end of June. Our "Goat Party!" program had a total of 150 participants and our "Fairy House Workshop" program with Pheobe Wahl had a total of 100 participants. Families also enjoyed our smaller, more intimate programs. Judith said that the families that attended her "Plants That Grow" program enjoyed painting pots and asking questions from our Master Gardener. One parent said that the program was the "perfect size." Here are a few of my favorite pictures from this year's programs: a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Staff Feedback "I think it went well. These are my favorite reading trackers - the graphics are attractive and clear and progress is easy to track." "Everybody loves the trackers, and the adults loved the addition of the 10 hour prize." "The trackers were easy and fun, especially for children. 1 also like that a tracker isn't required." "I thought this years Summer Reading was the best since I started at the Library. It was easy for patrons and staff, and there were so manygreat programs." "Great advance planning for preparing for programs. The ease of patron participation was key for promoting programs when chatting with people. Folks were willing to listen to explanation when it was concise and didn't require them to do anything." "The t-shirts and promotional materials all looked great- professional and fun! Some reallygreat programs like the Backyard Fairies and the Goat Party and the Bird Rescue! Great not to have registration- patrons are still learning that and it creates such better access outcomes. Wow!" a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Read to Rover (8/22) a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Monthly Programs Book Lovers Cafe 1 st Mondays Melody Adult 16 Friends Silent Book Club 1 st Tuesdays Nancy Teen/Adult 2 Friends Fiber Arts Night 1St Kathi Adult Library Wednesdays Spice Kits 2nd Kathi Adult 50 Friends Tuesda s WSU Plant Clinic 1st Tuesdays Sarah Adult 5 WSU Fairbank Extension Digital Equity Thursdays Jamie Pena Adult 51 Jefferson Navigator: Thursday County Tech Help and Basic Library & Computer Classes Friends Storytime in the Park Tuesdays Emily and 3-6 yr. 99 Library Judith Farmers Market 1 St Judith 3-6 yr. 25 PT Farmers Storytime Saturdays Market Read 2 Rover 4th Melody and 5-11 8 Library and Thursdays Gryfin and Olympic special Mountain guests Pet Pals Special Events a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Description: Comments: Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report The Creative District has been hosting monthly meetings to network and connect with local artists. This month the library hosted and had an excellent turnout. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: I August 29 I Presenter: I Conner Bouchard -Roberts I Intended Adults Age: Attendance 20 Location: Carnegie Room Sponsored I Library Description: Join Port Townsend's Poet Laureate, Conner Bouchard -Roberts, and other acclaimed local poets for an evening of poetry and conversation about kindness and our experiences of time. August's featured poets are: Jon Langdon, Kathryn Hunt, Genesee Davis, and Lindsey Wavland. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Decorate a small flowerpot, plant some flower seeds, and get the answers to all your flower questions from a Master Gardener. Take our pot home and watch those flowers row! Ages 7-12. Comments: Sarah from Master Gardners was fantastic and knowledgeable . The parents particularly had lots of questions for her. She was extremely helpful in setting up and helping to clean up (which took a little bit longer than anticipated. The children (and parents) really enjoyed the whole program and were very happy with their finished pots. Some of the feedback from the parents was that the program was "just the right size." 110111MMMENEM Date: August 8 Presenter: Joseph from Discovery Bay Wild Bird Rescue Intended Age: 7-12 Attendance 80+ Location: Chetzemoka Park Sponsored By: Library Description: Meet and learn about some of the raptors recently rescued by Discovery Bay Wild Bird Rescue. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: 8/14/2024 & 8/15/2024 Presenter: Emily Intended Age: 7-12 & 12-18 Attendance 29 + 6 Location: Chetzemoka Park & Library Sponsored By: Friends of the Library Description: Wilderness Adventures: Survival Skills for Kids Join us for an afternoon of nature awareness and wilderness skills games with Scott Brinton. Ages 7-12. Chetzemoka Park Thursday, August 15th, 1 pm-2pm Wilderness Adventures: Survival Skills, Campfires, and More! Learn basic survival skills with Scott Brinton from CedarRoot. This workshop will include everything from braiding rope with plants to Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report successfully building and maintaining a campfire in the wilderness. Ages 12-18. Teen Room Wednesday, August 14th, 1 pm-2pm IMPORTANT UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are canceling our Teen and Youth Survival Skill programs on Wednesday, August 14th, and Thursday, August 15th. Our Youth Services Librarian will be visiting Chetzemoka Park from 1 pm-1:30pm on Thursday, August 15th, to pass a small survival skills kit to kids and teens that were planning on attending these programs. Thank you so much for your understanding. Comments: Unfortunately, we had to cancel this program due to our program presenter having a scheduling conflict. However, we made lemonade out of lemons! Melody and Emily worked together to create interactive survival skill kits for kids and teens. These included: paracord bracelets, an emergency whistle, and a small compass. Additionally, Emily created related activity guides and included printouts with survival skills. Emily passed out these kits at Chetzemoka Park and gave out the remainder in the Kid & Teen Rooms of the Library. In total, we distributed 29 kits for kids and 6 kits for teens. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report 1111ONIMIMEMEN Date: 8/17/2024 Presenter: Judith Bows and Sarah Fairbank Intended Age: 0-5 Attendance 16 Location: Rec Center Lawn Sponsored By: Friends of the Library Description: Join us on the Rec Center Lawn for an outdoor storytime designed to build early literacy skills and foster a love of reading. Storytimes will be created with toddlers and preschool age children in mind, but all ages are welcome. Please dress for the weather, and bring a blanket or cushions to sit on. Comments: Judith enjoyed offering storytime at the Uptown Street Fair again this year. She that everyone enjoyed the stories and having a place to sit down after all of the other activities taking place. However, she said that it was hard to compete with all of the other amazing activities taking place at the same time and she would recommend having storytime as a kick-off event before the other activities get started if we do it again next year. Date: August 7,14,21 & 28 Presenter: Abby from The Nest Intended Age: 12-18 Attendance 8 Location: The Nest Coffeehouse Sponsored By: Friends and The Nest Description: Come to The Nest, your favorite community coffeehouse, for a Summer Book Club hosted by Abby from The Nest Youth and Young Adult Advisory Council (YYAAC). This is the perfect opportunity to hang out, share what you're reading, and meet fellow book lovers. The club meets weekly on Wednesdays at 3:30 PM, from July 10 through August 28. a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Drop in any Wednesday to chat and connect. Don't miss out on the fun, conversation, and community! Grab your favorite book and join us! Comments: a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Sponsored I Friends & Soundcheck Festival Description It's family movie night at the Port Townsend Public Library! This year's feature film will be Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. This is a FREE all -ages event. The movie will be in the upstairs Carnegie Reading Room of the Port Townsend Public Library and chairs will be setup theater style. Popcorn and snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Port Townsend Library. This event is part of Soundcheck Music & Arts Festival. Head over to the website for the full list of events: otsou nd check. com Comments: a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Date: August 16 Presenter: Sarah Peller and Michael McCurdy Intended Age: All ages Attendance 50 Location: Tyler Plaza Sponsored By: Friends & Soundcheck Festival Description: Lindy Hop is a type of swing dance that combines elements of both partnered and solo dancing using a combination of structured movements and improvisation. The class will be led by local dance instructors Sarah Peller and Michael McCurdy on a pop-up dance floor, to the music of talented local musicians The Jonas Myers Quartet, featuring Jonas Myers on piano, Chris Bickley on sax, Robert Rushing on drums, and Dirk Anderson on bass. No experience or partner needed for this FREE, all ages event. Come out and swing! a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report Comments: a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report a�� 4'a7�r dirumura "�"�� Port Townsend Public Library August 2024 Monthly Program Report N1m �� 1 a% ON P lownsen LIBRARY MEETING ROOM POLICY: Library Learning Center/Charles Pink House The Port Townsend Public Library provides the main room of the Library Learning Center/Charles Pink House as a meeting room to the community as a public service and shared community resource. Groups using the library meeting room must not use advertising and publicity which implies that their programs are sponsored, co -sponsored or approved by the Library, unless written permission to do so has been previously given by the Library Director. Use of these meeting rooms does not constitute an endorsement by the City of a program or point of view expressed. The Library's meeting room is available without charge. Criteria for using the meeting room: • All activities in the Library's meeting room must be open to the public at no charge, except for certain Library MOU Partners, City, County, State, or Federal Government meetings. • Meetings must be held during library hours. They must start no earlier than 15 minutes after opening and must finish no later than 15 minutes before closing. • Meeting rooms may not be reserved by one group more than once a month or have more than one reservation at a time. • Meetings are to run no longer than four hours without special approval from the Library Director. This time includes setup, takedown, and cleaning of the room. • Requests will be submitted using the Library's meeting room application form in person or electronically via the process listed on the Library's website. • Organizations using the Library's meeting room are required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act in reasonably accommodating persons with disabilities. Last updated 4-10-18 by MSE Permission to use Library meeting rooms will be denied to any organization and/or meeting: • Whose purpose is illegal; • Who charge a fee to attend the meeting, workshop or training. This includes tuition or registration fees. Organizations that are supported by dues or fees supported may use meeting rooms; however, such dues cannot be collected at the meeting and anyone wishing to attend and/or participate in the meeting must be allowed to do so without cost. • Whose primary purpose is social. Examples include birthday, office & retirement parties, weddings and receptions. • Who engage in commercial activities (buying or selling), or the direct promotion of commercial services as part of the meeting for monetary gain. No commercial use of the meeting room will be allowed, including such business -related functions as staff meetings, the training or motivation of employees, market research, job applications and interviewing and direct marketing. No products, services, or memberships may be directly or indirectly advertised, solicited or sold. • Informational meetings representing the product or services of one (1) company. • Whose activity does not have the sponsorship of a legally responsible adult. State law (RCW 42.17.130) prohibits the use of public facilities for the purpose of assisting the campaign for election of any person to any office; or for the promotion or opposition of any ballot issue. The Library meeting room is available on a non-discriminatory, equal access basis in compliance with state law. Public facilities may be used for general political purposes, such as: information sharing, organizational meetings, or non -partisan community forums. The following is permissible at library -sponsored programs: (1) fundraising to benefit the library and sponsored by the library or other library -related group, and (2) the sale of books or other items by authors or artists as part of a library program. 1. Reservations Library -sponsored programs take precedence and will be given preference in scheduling. The Library reserves the right to reschedule or cancel meeting room reservations at any time to use the space for programs or events sponsored by the Library. As much notice as possible will be provided to the group(s) affected by the change and suggestions for other space will be made when possible. The Library Director or designated staff members have the authority to accept or reject requests for use of meeting rooms based on the Library's Administrative Policy and the City of Port Townsend's Municipal Code. Reservations for meeting room space are on a first -come, first -served basis. Meetings may be booked a maximum of two months in advance of meeting date, with only one meeting reserved at a time. Meetings must be booked at least seven calendar days before the meeting date. Last updated 4-10-18 by MSE Meeting rooms may not be reserved by one group more than once a month. Unless otherwise stated in a memorandum of understanding with the City, no group may consider the library its permanent meeting place or use the library as its mailing address. As a rare exception, the Library Director may allow a meeting room to be reserved more than once per month. For example, Census training or IRS -sponsored tax preparation. Meeting room reservations for literacy and tutoring programs may be made on an ongoing basis as determined by the Library Director. If permission to make a meeting reservation is denied, the applicant may appeal to the City Manager. Meetings will be listed on the library's online calendar under the organization's name for scheduling purposes. The library will not provide any additional information about the meeting or group on the website. 2. Food and beverages. Food and beverages are allowed. Alcohol is not allowed. 3. Facilities and Equipment Access to the meeting rooms prior to the time the library is open to the public is not possible. All meetings rooms must be vacated at least 15 minutes prior to the Library's closing time. The Library will provide a standard meeting room set-up. The group may change the arrangement of furniture prior to or during the meeting. However, after the meeting the room must be returned to its original set-up. Failure to do so may result in the loss of future meeting room privileges. The Library may provide use of audiovisual, computer or other technical equipment that is already installed in the meeting room or available for checkout. The Library does not provide technical assistance. Any group requiring equipment beyond what the library provides or professional assistance in the use of such equipment must supply the equipment and services at their own initiation and expense. All library property must be left clean and the meeting room must be left free of all items brought into the room by the group. The signing applicant is responsible for reasonable care of the room including the removal of any signs, handouts, and equipment as well as the appropriate disposal of any unwanted items in the trash receptacles located in the room. The signing applicant will be held liable for all costs incurred by the Library to have a meeting room cleaned or for damage to Library property. Groups damaging Library property will lose the privilege to future use of the meeting rooms. Nothing may be affixed or mounted in any way to the walls, distributed throughout the library, or posted on library property with the exception of flyers that adhere to the City's community bulletin board policy. The Library is not responsible for the theft or damage to property brought onto Library property. The Library will not provide storage for any purpose to any group. Meetings of groups whose members are under age 18 must be supervised and attended by a legally responsible adult at all times. Last updated 4-10-18 by MSE The maximum capacity for the room, as determined by the Building Inspector and posted in the room, must be observed at all times. Entrances and exits for all meeting room users will be through the front or back doors of the Library Learning Center/Charles Pink House. No entrances or exits through staff doors or emergency exit doors will be allowed. Meeting room users must abide by all rules of behavior governing the use City of Port Townsend Facility Rentals. 4. Cancellation If a scheduled meeting is not to be held, the applicant must inform the Library as soon as possible in advance of the meeting. Failure to use the room on two consecutive occasions without advance notification will result in the loss of meeting room privileges for a period of six months. Last updated 4-10-18 by MSE LIBRARY MEETING ROOM POLICY: Library Learning Center/Charles Pink House The Port Townsend Public Library provides the main room of the Library Learning Center/Charles Pink House as a meeting room to the community as a public service and shared community resource. Access to the meeting room is intended to further the Library's mission by encouraging the exchange of diverse information and ideas and building connections across the community. When the meeting rooms are not being used by the Library or Library -related organizations, the space will be available to the public on equal terms, regardless of the beliefs or affiliations of individuals or groups requesting their use, for programs, meetings, and activities of an informational, educational, charitable, cultural or civic nature. Criteria for using the meeting room: • All activities in the Library's meeting room must be open to the public, except for certain Library MOU Partners, City, County, State, or Federal Government meetings. • No admission fees will be charged. • Use of meeting room space for fundraising is limited to Library -related activities. • Organizations using the Library's meeting room are required to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act in reasonably accommodating persons with disabilities. • Groups using the library meeting room must not use advertising and publicity which implies that their meetings/programs are sponsored, co -sponsored or approved by the Library, unless written permission to do so has been previously given by the Library Director. Use of these meeting rooms does not constitute an endorsement by the City of a program or point of view expressed. • A responsible adult must be in attendance whenever minors are present and assume responsibility for the period of use. • The space is intended for specific meetings/events rather than for regularly scheduled, on -going meetings. Scheduling will be limited when necessary to ensure equitable access to the facilities for the entire community. • No products or services may be advertised, solicited, or sold in library meeting rooms or on library property. • The Library does not assume liability for injuries or damage to personal property or to persons which occur as a result of the actions of the sponsors or participants in meetings scheduled in Library facilities. • Smoking and alcoholic beverages are prohibited in library facilities. Last updated 8-8-2024 by MSW • State law (RCW 42.17.130) prohibits the use of public facilities for the purpose of assisting the campaign for election of any person to any office; or for the promotion or opposition of any ballot issue. The Library meeting room is available on a non-discriminatory, equal access basis in compliance with state law. Public facilities may be used for general political purposes, such as: information sharing, organizational meetings, or non -partisan community forums. • Groups must observe the capacity limits of the rooms as determined by the fire code. • Groups assume responsibility for cleaning up after themselves and for any damage to Library property resulting from their use of Library facilities. The Library may assess charges for damage or cleaning. • The Library reserves the right to cancel a reservation for space if the space is required for use by the Library or Library related organizations. • The Library retains the right to deny the space to any user whose planned use of the space does not comply with these terms. Violation of these terms may result in denial of future access to the space. The Director is responsible for the administration of this policy, for establishing administrative procedures as necessary for its implementation, and for making it available for the public. Last updated 8-8-2024 by MSW