Applegater Summer 2016
— Ruch Library —
Through July 7, Ruch Library is
hosting “Clink! A Taste of Oregon Wine,”
a traveling exhibit tracing the history of
wine in Oregon. Through it you can
learn about the flourishing Oregon wine
industry through text, photos, graphics,
and interactive experiences. You can
scroll through a digital catalog of wine-
related objects dating back to the 19 th
century, as well as view a display of local
wine-related items. Come celebrate the
wonders of Oregon wine and the people
who make it possible.
Summer Reading runs from July
11 to August 13, and there is something
for all ages from 0 to 99. The theme,
“On Your Mark, Get Set…Read!” is all
about fitness, both physical and mental.
Starting June 11, come in to sign up
and begin reading to earn incentives,
prizes, and gift certificates. We have
the following programs lined up for the
summer, most of which are perfect for
the whole family:
Tuesday, June 14, 10 to 11
am. Troubadour Rich Glauber returns
to the library with his wildly popular
movement program for children of all
ages. (That includes Grandma, too, if she
wants to boogie).
Saturday, June 18, 2 to 4 pm.
Blake Weller, director of the Voices of the
Applegate, will be teaching world folk
dancing for all ages.
Tuesday, June 21, 2 to 4 pm.
Teen program making a “buff ” to
versatile head scarf, sweatband, or even
a hair tie, and essential oils. The class
size is limited, so please preregister at
the library.
Thursday, June 30, 2 pm. John
Jackson returns with one of his ever-
popular programs about reptiles and
amphibians. This program is certain to
delight all ages.
Thursday, July 7, 1 to 4 pm.
Drop-in Zentangle! If you love to
doodle, this program is for you! Taught
by Zentangle artist Krista Kohler, this
will be fun for the whole family.
Thursday, July 28, 1 to 4 pm.
Drop-in origami is for all ages and all
skill levels.
Every Tuesday at 10:15 am is
Babies and Wobblers Storytime, which
includes early literacy songs, rhythms,
and books for wee ones from zero to
three years of age. Also on Tuesdays
is Preschool Storytime at 11:30 am,
followed by a craft. 
See you at the library!
For more information, contact
branch manager Thalia Truesdell at 541-
899-7438 or ttruesdell@jcls.org.
Be sure to visit www.applegater.org
for a complete list of advertisers.
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— Williams Branch Library —
Adopt-an-Hour Program a success
The Williams branch of Josephine
Community Libraries’ fourth annual
Yard Sale Fundraiser was a huge success!
Thank you to the community for
raising $1,614 toward the Adopt-an-
Hour Program and to Herb Pharm for
matching the community’s contribution.
The Adopt-an-Hour Program guarantees
that the Williams branch Library will
remain open three extended hours per
week for another year. Anyone interested
in contributing to the Adopt-an-Hour
Program, visit www.josephinelibrary.org
to make a secure online donation or stop
by the Williams branch Library.
“On Your Mark, Get Set…Read!”
The children’s Summer Reading
Program begins June 18 and runs
through July 30. Children from birth
to 12 years old can enjoy creative crafts
and storytelling and play “reading bingo”
for prizes. Gardening projects are also
available. Teens can earn a weekly raffle
ticket for each book read and the chance
to win a $50 gift certificate to Oregon
Books and Games every week. Parents
who attend with their children every
week have a chance to win a $100 gift
card to Fred Meyer.
Numerous studies have shown that
reading over the summer prevents “summer
reading loss,” which is cumulative. By
the end of sixth grade, children who
have lost reading skills over the summer
are more likely to be two years behind
their classmates. Josephine Community
Libraries offers a free
Reading Program
for children and
teens during regular
library hours
throughout the
summer. Families
may sign up and
attend programs
at any of the four library branches:
Williams, Grants Pass, Illinois Valley,
and Wolf Creek.
Ongoing programs
Storytime is every Wednesday at
3:30 pm, followed by a craft project.
Infant and Toddler Storytimes are
scheduled to begin soon!
Volunteers are always needed
The Williams branch Library is
currently in need of volunteers to work
the front desk, help with the children’s
Summer Reading Program, and support
Williams Friends of the Library events.
Everyone is welcome. Opportunities
include helping with children’s programs,
special one-time events, and tasks to keep
our branch vibrant and strong.
To join Williams Friends of the
Library, volunteer, or share your skills
with local children, please stop by the
Williams branch. Library hours are
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday from
1 to 5 pm.
For more information, contact
branch manager Danielle Schreck at
dschreck@josephinelibrary.org or call
the Williams branch at 541-846-7020.