The Jefferson County Rural Library District serves approximately 20,000 residents in unincorporated Jefferson County, WA, through a main library in Port Hadlock at 620 Cedar Ave. Its traveling Bookmobile serves surrounding communities including Brinnon, Quilcene, Gardiner, Coyle, and Port Ludlow. All programs take place at the Jefferson County Library unless otherwise noted. 

June 1 - Aug. 31 

Adult Summer Read: True North by Andrew J. Graff 

True North is a heartfelt novel about marriage and whitewater rafting, following one couple as they navigate the changing currents of family, community, and the river itself. Book Discussions will be held on Aug. 14 at 2 p.m. at the Library in Port Hadlock and on Aug. 20 at 2 p.m. at the Quilcene Community Center in Quilcene. Grab a copy and join us to share the experience of reading this moving and exhilarating adventure story! 

Mondays, June 3 - Aug. 26, 10:30-11 a.m. 

Outdoor Storytime at H.J. Carroll Park in Chimacum 

Meet near the Rotary Pavilion to hear stories, sing along to catchy songs, and enjoy physical movement to build children’s love of reading and learning. Storytimes are created with preschool and toddler-age children in mind. All ages are welcome! 

Tuesdays, June 4 - Aug. 27, 10:30-11 a.m. 

Outdoor Storytime at Worthington Park in Quilcene 

Hear stories, sing along to catchy songs, and enjoy physical movement to build children’s love of reading and learning. Storytimes are created with preschool and toddler-age children in mind. All ages are welcome! 

Tuesday, June 4, 3-4:30 p.m.  

In-Person and Online Tech Tuesday Class: Repurpose Your Old Technology 

Tweak an old phone to use it for something new! Explore some ways to turn your outdated device into a security camera, a music player, an alarm clock, and more. Find out where and how to properly dispose of devices you no longer need. Each one-hour class is followed by a 30-minute question-and-answer session and time to practice what you've learned. 

Wednesdays, June 5 - Aug. 28, 10:30-11 a.m.  

Babytime at the Library 

Meet in the Humphrey Room to delight in simple stories, rhymes, and songs, along with playful movements designed to stimulate your baby’s brain development. This lapsit program is for infants and early toddlers. Siblings are welcome! 

Saturday, June 8, 12:15-12:45 p.m.   

WSU Garden Know-How: Limiting Apple Damage 

Join WSU Master Gardener Doug Van Allen for a chat about growing apples. Doug will discuss the most effective methods to protect your apples from maggots and moths, ensuring a healthy and delicious crop.  

Saturday, June 8, 1-3 p.m.   

WSU Plant Clinic: Ask a Master Gardener!  

Meet with WSU Master Gardeners for help with your gardening questions! Master Gardener Volunteers will be on hand to help you find the right plant for your environment, learn about composting or insect infestations, investigate the unknown pathogen destroying your beloved plants, and everything in between! Plant Clinics are held in the Humphrey Room on the second Saturday of each month.  

Tuesday, June 11, 3-4:30 p.m.  

In-Person and Online Tech Tuesday Class: Get to Know NoveList Plus. NoveList Plus is the place to find your next great read! Search for author and title read-a-likes, explore new genres, and more. This powerful database will make the most of your reading experience. The one-hour class will be followed by a 30-minute Q&A and time to practice. 

Thursday, June 13, 5:45-7 p.m.  

In-Person and Online Book Discussion: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus  

All are welcome to the JCLD monthly book discussion. Registration is required and copies of the book will be loaned by the Library District when you sign up, which can be done by email. Participants are asked to read the entire book before the scheduled session. 

Wednesday, June 19 - Library District CLOSED for Juneteenth 

Saturday, June 22, 2-4 p.m.   

WSU Plant Clinic at the Bookmobile in Quilcene 

Get help with your gardening questions at the Bookmobile in Quilcene. WSU Master Gardener Volunteers will be at the Quilcene Community Center Bookmobile stop on the fourth Saturday of each month in June, July and August.  

Monday, June 24 - Monday, Aug. 12 

Jefferson County Library District’s Summer Fun for Kids & Teens! 

Kids of all ages are invited to join Summer Fun challenges. Track your reading and complete activities for chances to earn prizes! Participate in fun programs and events all summer long. Sign up to track your reading at cleoreads.beanstack.com to begin! You may also pick up a paper tracker at the Library or Bookmobile. 

Monday, June 24, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Summer Fun at H.J. Carroll Park in Chimacum: Drawing Expressions with Artist Dana Sullivan 

Master your drawing skills with professional artist Dana Sullivan. Meet Dana at the Rotary Pavilion at H.J. Carroll Park and learn tricks and techniques that add emotion, drama, and humor to your graphic artistry. Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Tuesday, June 25, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Summer Fun at Worthington Park in Quilcene: Drawing Expressions with Artist Dana Sullivan Master your drawing skills with professional artist Dana Sullivan. Meet Dana at Worthington Park and learn tricks and techniques that add emotion, drama, and humor to your graphic artistry. Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Thursday, June 27, 10:15-11:15 a.m.   

Art & Music Meditation for Adults   

Let your thoughts and paintbrush flow freely as your mind relaxes in peace and contemplation. Enjoy a short, inspirational reading before you mix colors and create, letting art take shape while listening to peaceful music. Supplies will be provided, but space is limited. Please visit the events calendar at jclibrary.info or call 360-385-6544 before June 27 to sign up. This program is for ages 18 and over.   

Thursday, June 27, 5-7 p.m.  

Port Hadlock Urban Growth Area Housing Workshop  

Jefferson County would like to invite you to attend a workshop to share valuable information about the urban regulations that will come into effect once the sewer project is complete. The workshop is for property owners, or anyone interested in developing properties in the area. It aims to identify any barriers that may exist in the construction of multifamily housing that is compatible with the surrounding environment.

Thursdays, June 27 - Aug. 8, 5-8 p.m. (except Thursday, July 4) 

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens at the Quilcene Community Center . Play the world’s most popular tabletop roleplaying game! Teens ages 12-18 are invited for six weeks of one-of-a-kind story adventure. Delve into a world of drama and danger where you are the characters, and you drive the action. Every session is a new experience! All skill levels are welcome, from novice to master Dungeon Crawler. Co-sponsored by the Quilcene Empowered Teens Coalition. Registration Required. Please visit the events calendar at jclibrary.info to sign up. 

Monday, July 1, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Summer Fun at H.J. Carroll Park in Chimacum: Moss Ball Seed Starters . Meet at H.J. Carroll Park’s Rotary Pavilion to make a hanging globe planter. Nestle your seeds into a handful of soil, then wrap them in moss to help hold in moisture. Secure your globe with string and keep it wet, then watch it grow a surprise burst of flowers! Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Tuesday, July 2, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Summer Fun at Worthington Park in Quilcene: Moss Ball Seed Starters 

Meet at Worthington Park to make a hanging globe planter. Nestle your seeds into a handful of soil, then wrap them in moss to help hold in moisture. Secure your globe with string and keep it wet, then watch it grow a surprise burst of flowers! Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Tuesday, July 2, 3-4:30 p.m.  

In Person and Online Tech Tuesday Class: Outdoor Nature Apps Part I  

Combine digital with outdoors and learn about the natural world around you. This class will introduce you to some popular outdoor and nature apps. The following Tuesday at 3 p.m., meet us by the Native Plant Garden at H.J. Carroll Park to get hands-on practice using them. 

Thursday, July 4 - Library District CLOSED for Independence Day 

Monday, July 8, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. 

Summer Fun at H.J. Carroll Park in Chimacum: Kitsap Children’s Museum 

Laugh, learn, and create with the Kitsap Children's Museum! Join us at H.J. Carroll Park’s Rotary Pavilion for a fun and interactive afternoon for families and children. Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Tuesday, July 9, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Summer Fun at Worthington Park in Quilcene: Kitsap Children’s Museum 

Laugh, learn, and create with the Kitsap Children's Museum! Join us at Worthington Park for a fun and interactive afternoon for families and children. Created for kids ages 6-12. 

Tuesday, July 9, 3-4:30 p.m.  

In-Person and Online Tech Tuesday Class: Outdoor Nature Apps Part II at H.J. Carroll Park  

Meet at H.J. Carroll Park at the Wild Olympic Salmon Shelter near the Native Plant Demonstration Garden to practice using some of the recommended outdoor and nature apps from last week's Tech Tuesday class. Did you miss the previous class? Join us at the park anyway and we'll get you up to speed! 

Thursday, July 11, 2-4 p.m. 

Summer Fun for Teens: Glass Blowing Demonstration 

Learn about glassblowing while watching Port Townsend Glassworks create a one-of-a-kind art piece for the Library District. Hang out for the entire process or pop in to ask questions and see how far along they are. This program takes place in the Hagen Building adjacent to the Library. All ages are welcome! 

Thursday, July 11, 5:45-7 p.m.  

In-Person and Online Book Discussion: Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard  

All are welcome to the JCLD monthly book discussion. Registration is required and copies of the book will be loaned by the Library District when you sign up. Please email information@jclibrary.info to join. Participants are asked to read the entire book before the scheduled session.