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Pop-up vaccine clinic at Shoreline Library with "one and done" Johnson and Johnson vaccine Monday

Wednesday, May 12, 2021

COVID-19 vaccines are always free

The International Community Health Services (ICHS) will host a walk-in COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the Shoreline Public Library on Monday May 17, 2021 from 10:00am - 1:00pm in Shoreline. 

As a walk-in clinic, no appointments are necessary to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.

ICHS will be administering the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, which is currently approved for individuals 18 years or older and requires only one shot to be fully effective.

All individuals, regardless of insurance or immigration status are invited to join. Mandarin, Vietnamese and Korean interpreters will be available during the event.

This event is co-hosted by Shoreline Public Library and ICHS. The clinic is located at the Shoreline Public Library located at 345 NE 175th St, Shoreline, WA 98155.

Since April 15, all Washington adults are eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. ICHS has been hosting pop-up vaccine clinics with community partners since March as part of their ongoing effort to distribute the vaccine equitably to BIPOC and marginalized members of our communities.

To learn more about this event please email Lawrence Rech at lawrencer@ichs.com or visit https://www.ichs.com/event/pop-up-community-vaccine-clinic-at-shoreline-public-library/

About the vaccine

On April 23, 2021 the CDC and the FDA recommended that the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine resume use in the United States, after a temporary pause. A review of all available data at this time shows that the J and J/Janssen COVID-19 vaccine’s known and potential benefits outweigh its known and potential risks.

Reports of adverse events following the use of J and J vaccine suggest an increased risk of a rare adverse event called thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome (TTS). Nearly all reports of this serious condition, which involves blood clots with low platelets, have been in adult women younger than 50 years old. 

At this time, available data suggest the chance of TTS is very low – with only 15 cases identified out of about 8 million vaccines administered nationwide.

To learn more about the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 please visit: https://www.ichs.com/use-of-johnson-johnson-covid-19-vaccine-resumes/



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Curbside pickup of printing now available at the Shoreline Library

Thursday, April 8, 2021

Shoreline Library photo by
Steven H. Robinson
Curbside pickup of printing is now available at the Shoreline Library! Print jobs must be no more than 10 black and white or 3 color pages total per week.
 
You will need to schedule your pickup appointment through the myLIBRO app or website (see printing instructions below) or by calling the library at 206-362-7550. They are not able to process walk-up print requests.
 
Your request must include your library card number, your PIN/password, and the email address you will use for printing.
 
Please read these instructions before sending your first print job:

The Shoreline Library is located on the southwest corner of NE 175th and 5th NE. It is no longer possible to make left turns across traffic from westbound NE 175th.



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Shoreline Library curbside services resume Wednesday

Saturday, March 20, 2021

Shoreline Library entry
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The Shoreline Library will reopen for Curbside Services only on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 1pm.

At that time you will be able to pick up items on hold with an appointment, request a surprise bag with an appointment, return items, and connect to wifi.

Walkup service for holds pickup and surprise bag pickup is also available, but you may need to wait 15-30 minutes.

Information about how these services work here: https://kcls.org/visit/

Update: Shoreline will not be offering print jobs at the start.

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The Environmental impact of cremation

Friday, March 12, 2021

Environmental Impact of Cremation
Thursday, April 8, 2021, 3 - 4:30pm

Online event - REGISTER HERE

Roughly 80% of Washingtonians choose cremation, citing concerns over the environmental impact of traditional burials. 

But what about the environmental impact of cremation? We now know that this energy-intensive process releases 219 known emissions, including greenhouse gases and carcinogenic toxins.

Washington state’s affinity for cremation has led to 1,400 pounds of mercury vaporized in the last five years alone, to say nothing of the natural gas consumed.

People’s Memorial Association’s Beverly Tryk will consider the environmental impacts of our funeral choices and take a critical eye to what we thought we knew about cremation.

Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities is available by request. Please contact the library at least seven days before the event for ASL interpretation, captioning services and/or other accommodation for online programs. Send your request to mjharkovitch@kcls.org


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Presentation by Vicki Stiles: Women’s Work - The Impact of Women in Northwest King County History

Wednesday, March 10, 2021

Dr. Frances Hardy-Smith, Richmond Beach's first resident physician,
practicing there from 1930 to 1970. Photo courtesy Shoreline Historical Museum.


Women’s Work: The Impact of Women in Northwest King County History
Saturday, March 13, 2021 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm, online event

Vicki Stiles, executive director of the Shoreline Historical Museum, will present photos, documents and personal accounts revealing women as equal partners in the creation of the community. 

Stiles will demonstrate how historical perspective is enriched and informed through the inclusion of stories once dismissed as unimportant.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Richmond Beach Library.

Registration required by 12pm on Friday, March 12. You will be sent a Zoom link the day before the event.

Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities is available by request. Please contact the library at least seven days before the event for ASL interpretation, captioning services and/or other accommodation for online programs.

Send your request to kcls-shoreline@kcls.org



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CARES Act grant used to install Wi-Fi Access Point antennas at local libraries

Kenmore Library
Photo by Jerry Pickard

The King County Library System (KCLS) received a federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act grant from the Washington State Library (WSL) to expand digital inclusion in King County.

KCLS used the funding to help install external Wi-Fi Access Points (AP) at 44 library locations including Richmond Beach, Shoreline, and Kenmore.

The WSL received the funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to support libraries in responding to the coronavirus pandemic. In March, Congress provided the federal agency a total of $50 million in the CARES Act to distribute to states and territories.

Since closing libraries to in-building use in March, following orders by Governor Jay Inslee to help slow the spread of COVID-19, KCLS staff expanded access to digital collections and resources, and transitioned programming and services to online platforms.

The mandated closures have impacted those who rely on KCLS’ in-building services, and who may have limited internet access needed for distance learning, remote work and other essential services.

KCLS has maintained access to its standard public Wi-Fi signal throughout the pandemic. In some cases, the signal extends outside library buildings and into parking lots, but user experience varies from site to site. The new APs boost Wi-Fi signals and give residents more reliable internet access outside library buildings.

“KCLS continues to find innovative ways to adapt in-building services during this time,” stated KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. “We are pleased to offer external Wi-Fi at many more locations throughout the region, and we hope the new service helps connect residents to the digital resources they need.”

Residents do not need a library card or Wi-Fi password to access the free “kcls.org wireless” network. For assistance connecting to Wi-Fi, contact Ask KCLS at kcls.org/ask or call 425-462-9600 or 800-462-9600.

The Wi-Fi hotspots are one of many contactless Curbside to Go services available to King County residents during building closures, including curbside pickup and printing, outdoor lockers and more. Find services near you at kcls.org/contactless



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The Washington State Library

Tuesday, March 9, 2021

The Washington State Library in Tumwater

Washington State Library (WSL) has digitized over 450,000 pages of historic Washington newspapers for the Washington Digital Newspapers (WDN) website, including more than 27,000 pages now available and free to the public.

These include the Anacortes American (1985-2000) and The Catholic Northwest Progress(1957-1966). The WDN program is funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

In 2018, WSL received a $324,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to participate in the National Digital Newspaper Program by digitizing 100,000 more pages for Chronicling America

Hosted by the Library of Congress, Chronicling America is a national newspaper site with over 15 million keyword-searchable pages. New titles including The Northwest Enterprise, Northwest Times, Spokane Woman, Southwest Washington Labor Press, and White Bluffs Spokesman are now available – all of which are in the public domain.

WSL’s physical newspaper collection in Olympia includes over 6,500 newspaper titles with more than 50,000 reels of microfilm. It’s one of the best “go-to” places for Washington newspapers!

--From the office of the Washington Secretary of State



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Daily Arts Activities by Silver Kite are free to King County Library patrons

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Writing Fiction is one of the free classes available at Silver Kite


Daily Arts Activities by Silver Kite

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Silver Kite Community Arts is offering online intergenerational workshops, talks, social hours and performances FREE for KCLS patrons. 

We hope that by offering these opportunities, we are providing stimulating creative engagement opportunities and social connection during this challenging time.

Classes for this week include:
  • Monday, March, 1:30-2:30pm: Beginning Drawing
  • Wednesday, March 3, 10:30-11:30am: Senior Social Hour
  • Friday, March 5, 10:30-11:30am: Writing Fiction
  • Saturday, March 6, 1:30-2:30pm: Nature Portraits
Register at silverkite.us/kcls

You will see "GUEST AREA." Enter KCLS2020 for the password and choose your classes.

You will receive an email confirmation with a list of supplies and access instructions before the class.



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Meet the artist: Ellen Busteed

Monday, February 1, 2021


Meet Kirkland artist Ellen Busteed and the Bothell Arts Commission to learn about her art, her process, ask questions and visit her studio online. Ellen will explain how she creates an abstract piece in five steps. Jump start your creativity and visit a local artist at the same time!

Please register by February 2. You will be sent a Zoom link.

To view a virtual art gallery of Ellen's work, click here.



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KCLS surpasses 7 million digital downloads in 2020, a record-setting year

Sunday, January 24, 2021

Lake Forest Park Library in Town Center

Rakuten OverDrive, a digital reading platform used by the King County Library System (KCLS), has released their 2020 digital circulation statistics

KCLS patrons checked out 7,408,428 digital titles in 2020 — up 30.5% from last year, making KCLS the No. 2 digital circulating library in the U.S. and No. 3 in the world.

KCLS and the Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) each surpassed 7 million checkouts last year, a number previously unreached. KCLS’ per capita usage remains the highest of any library system in the U.S.

A record number of readers turned to their public libraries’ digital collections in 2020 for content they could enjoy safely at home during the pandemic. In total, 430 million digital titles were borrowed globally across all OverDrive platforms.

“We have witnessed a historical year for digital reading,” stated KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. 
“It is wonderful to see that KCLS residents have stayed connected to their community libraries during this unprecedented time, and we hope they continue to find enrichment and entertainment in KCLS’ expansive digital collection.”

KCLS’ Top Five Electronic Titles in 2020:
  1. “So You Want to Talk about Race” by Ijeoma Oluo
  2. “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” by J. K. Rowling
  3. “Becoming” by Michelle Obama
  4. “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens
  5. “Talking to Strangers” by Malcolm Gladwell

A valid KCLS library card or eCard gives patrons access to the System’s online collection, which includes streaming films, eBooks, audiobooks, online magazines, research databases, student resources, small business resources and more.

About King County Library System

Founded in 1942, the King County Library System (KCLS) is one of the busiest public library systems in the country. Serving the communities of King County (outside the city of Seattle), KCLS currently has 50 libraries and more than 740,000 cardholders. In 2011, KCLS was named Library of the Year by Gale/Library Journal.



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King county libraries upgrade air systems for COVID safety for employees and patrons

Friday, January 8, 2021

Entrance to the exterior mechanical cage. Following the original mechanical design for the building, the condensing units are outside and the air handlers are located in the mechanical room above the main entrance to the building. Large refrigerant lines, controls lines, and electrical run in between the two space underground and along the building.


By Cynthia Flash

Even during the COVID-19 shutdown, King County Library System (KCLS) libraries in Shoreline, Kenmore, Richmond Beach and Lake Forest Park have remained integral parts of many people’s lives as students and adults stuck at home continue to borrow books, music and movies.

Although KCLS libraries are closed to in-building use, employees continue to fill orders for patrons to pick up curbside. That means the buildings must be made as safe as possible for employees – and they must be prepared for when the public comes back in.

Condensing unit #1 for the library transfers conditioned refrigerant to the air handler in the mechanical room.


KCLS has upgraded the filters in their HVAC systems to a version that traps smaller air particles and droplets. In addition, the interior air is being replaced much more frequently throughout the day with fresh outside air. Each night the air in the buildings is also recirculated with outdoor air, said KCLS Facilities Management Director Greg Smith.
 
Even when buildings are unoccupied, Smith is able to monitor many of the library system’s buildings remotely to adjust the HVAC systems and keep track of discrepancies in the buildings if something is going wrong, or if the building is using too much energy.

“This has allowed us to be able to safely occupy our buildings. With filtration, flushing buildings and monitoring our buildings for proper temperature, we’ve been able to keep staff in the buildings,” he said.

HVAC contractor MacDonald-Miller worked with KCLS to make sure its libraries are safe for employees and patrons during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“Every evening we’re flushing buildings for eight hours with outside air and during the day we’re doing it as much as the system will allow us with outside air and being able to maintain temperature,” Smith said. “We could not replace the indoor air without the integrated control system that MacDonald-Miller helped us put together.” 

 

Air handler #1 for the library regulates temperature and air flow for the building. This is one of the new main units at Shoreline, manufactured by Trane.

MacDonald-Miller President Gus Simonds said that when bringing workers and eventually patrons back inside, the key consideration is safety. 

“The Centers for Disease Control has declared that COVID-19 is an airborne virus, meaning that those tasked with building safety must work even harder to protect people from this airborne illness when at work. They truly are the heroes of safely bringing people inside when they follow the research and guidelines from the CDC, the state, and the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers,” Simonds said.
“As KCLS understands, HVAC systems can reduce the airborne concentration of COVID-19 inside, which reduces the virus load that individuals are exposed to as they work or conduct their business inside. By using best practices to bring in as much fresh air as possible, we can create just as safe an environment indoors as outdoors, as long as people continue to social distance and wear masks.”

 

This picture shows the shroud that was constructed to protect and hide the multiple refrigerant lines, controls lines and electrical that runs in-between the exterior mechanical cage and the mechanical room.

KCLS looks forward to opening its buildings to patrons when it is safe to do so. Along with upgrades to the HVAC systems, KCLS is installing plexiglass dividers to further protect everyone inside and will require social distancing, masks and other health protocols. 

“In addition to monitoring occupancy numbers and scheduling limited hours, we’ll close for a mid-day cleaning and air recirculation as well,” Smith said.


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Webinar: The Journey to Becoming an Anti-Racist Family

Friday, January 1, 2021


The Journey to Becoming an Anti-Racist Family

Webinar Series Presented by Lewin Education and Consulting

Saturdays, January 16, 23, and 30, 10-11:30am

Learn why it’s important to talk about race and racism with kids, and how to do it. These conversations help build the foundation for raising compassionate children who embrace and value differences. The sessions in this series will build on each other, attending all three is highly recommended.

Here is a link to registration: https://1.kcls.org/AntiRacistFamily



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King County Library System will use grants to help at-risk populations

Tuesday, December 29, 2020

The Shoreline Library building is closed
Photo by Steven H. Robinson
The King County Office of Equity and Social Justice awarded the King County Library System Foundation (KCLSF) two grants totaling $66,000—a Digital Equity for Adults with Barriers to Access and Services grant for $46,000, and a COVID-19 Community Response Fund grant for $20,000. 

The King County Library System (KCLS) will use the funds to help bridge the digital divide for at-risk populations most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Since closing library buildings in March, following orders by Governor Jay Inslee to help slow the spread of COVID-19, KCLS staff expanded access to digital collections and resources, and transitioned programming and services to online platforms. 

Hardest hit by the closures are those who rely on KCLS’ in-person services, and may have limited access to technology, including seniors, people experiencing homelessness, and residents with Limited English Proficiency (LEP).

To address digital inequities, and help reduce barriers to learning, telehealth, job training and other vital services, KCLS will use the King County grant funds to purchase 270 Wi-Fi hotspots with data plans and 220 Remote Patron Laptops (RPLs). 

The hotspots and RPLs will be delivered to designated assisted living and retirement centers, homeless communities and service provider locations, and refugee organizations. The long-term loan hotspots and RPLs may be checked out for up to one year.

The grants will also fund teleconferencing technology to outfit study rooms at select library locations. Once it is safe to reopen KCLS’ buildings to the public, residents may use the teleconferencing rooms as a secure space to access telehealth, career services, learning opportunities and more. 

KCLS staff will be available to help residents, especially those who may have limited digital literacy, schedule services vital to their health and well-being.

“Ensuring that all communities have equitable access to information and resources is not only an essential library service, it helps level the playing field and gives everyone an opportunity to realize their full potential,” stated KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. 
“These grants provide funding to expand digital access across King County at a crucial time, and help KCLS create communities of inclusion and belonging.”

“Computers and broadband internet services are unaffordable to many people in our community,” added KCLSF Executive Director Ken Ryals. “Yet, especially today, they are absolutely essential to access education, health information, job services and much more. That’s why we’re excited to fund these vital assets to help get computers and technology directly into the hands of those who need it most.”



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Poetry and Prose Circle

Sunday, November 29, 2020

Poet Rose Ramm Gamble

Poetry and Prose Circle 
with Rose Ramm Gamble
Tuesday, December 1, 6:30-8:30pm 
For adults and teens

Register: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/5f8225549aadc72f0056ac3f (If necessary copy the link and paste it into your browser)

Rose Ramm Gamble is a corn-fed Nebraska revolutionary. A veteran of the Midwest punk scene and wannabe mystic of Catholic heritage, her dogma descends mostly from The Beatles lyrics. 

When Rose stomps out her poetry, it's a shaman journey through social justice covens, parochial school studios, redneck trailer parks, therapy couches, mosh pits and briars of shiny black berries, ripe for the picking.

In the Poetry and Prose Feedback Circle, we will spark ideas using random or collected word lists as starting points for writing. Activities will include studying sample poetry, gathering word lists, and assembling word arrangements that provoke and unblock the flow of ideas.

We will have the option of sharing our workshop writing with the group, and we will also have an opportunity to receive feedback on this or another piece of writing that we bring. I

In collaboration with Redmond Association of Spokenword. Sponsored by the Friends of the Redmond Library.


Meeting ID: 834 4479 7592 Passcode: 372124



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KCLS expands K-12 student resources with Study Zone Plus

Sunday, November 22, 2020

Photo courtesy KCLS

The King County Library System (KCLS) has expanded its Study Zone program to help students and parents navigate remote learning environments during the pandemic.

The free service is accessible online or by phone, and is open to students in grades K-12, and residents up to age 21 who are studying for their GED.

Learn more about Study Zone Plus at kcls.org/studyzone. Residents of King county may contact Ask KCLS or call 425-462-9600 or 800-462-9600 for assistance.

The expanded Study Zone Plus program allows students to practice their math and reading skills, exercise ESL/ELL conversation skills, study with peers in a relaxed virtual space, and boost energy and lower stress with fun social activities.

Tech tutors are available to help students understand how to use remote learning software, and KCLS librarians can help students make the most of KCLS’ digital resources and databases. Tutors work with one to three students in a group setting, and students can select tutors by language skills or specialty.

“We know families are facing extra pressure with remote learning right now, and parents and students need as much support as possible,” stated KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. 
“Study Zone Plus helps fill learning gaps, and keeps students active and engaged in core math and reading subjects during this time.”

“KCLS has offered the Study Zone program for 20 years,” added KCLS Public Services Specialist Annie Holloman-Poyner. “We have expanded upon this popular service to create a safe and positive online format that will feel familiar to students who have used Study Zone in the past, and is easy to use for newcomers.”

Photo courtesy KCLS

Study Zone Plus sessions are separated by grades K-5 and 6-12. Students can drop in any time during the following Study Zone Plus hours; no registration is required.

Grades K-5
  • Tuesday and Wednesday, 3:00-5:00pm
  • Thursday and Friday, 10:00am-12:00pm and 3:00-5:00pm
Grades 6-12
  • Tuesday and Wednesday, 5:30-7:30pm
  • Thursday and Friday, 12:30-2:30pm

About King County Library System 

Founded in 1942, the King County Library System (KCLS) is one of the busiest public library systems in the country. Serving the communities of King County (outside the City of Seattle), KCLS currently has 50 libraries and more than 700,000 cardholders.

In 2019, residents checked out more than 5.6 million digital eBooks and audiobooks through Rakuten OverDrive, making KCLS the No. 3 digital circulating library in the world. In 2011, KCLS was named Library of the Year by Gale/Library Journal.



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Dominica Myers joins King County Library System as new director of diversity, equity and inclusion

Saturday, October 31, 2020

Dominica Myers, King county library

The King County Library System (KCLS) welcomes Dominica Myers as its new director of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). 

Myers joined KCLS in October to head the DEI department in a newly created leadership role, and will report to KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. 

Born and raised in Washington state, Myers comes to KCLS from Seattle Opera where she served as the associate director of administration with responsibility for company-wide Racial Equity and Social Impact initiatives.

Myers earned a master’s degree in nonprofit leadership from Seattle University in Seattle, Washington, and holds a bachelor’s degree in theatre arts with a minor in Spanish from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington. 

She also serves on the Inspire Washington board of trustees and the Tacoma Creates advisory board.

“KCLS is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our service to the public,” stated KCLS Executive Director Lisa Rosenblum. “We began recruitment for this new role in July to expand leadership on our DEI initiatives, and we welcome Dominica to KCLS.”
“The people and geography of King County are a diverse tapestry of lived experiences, and the Library System is a reflection of that,” stated Myers. 
“KCLS holds a tremendous responsibility for stewarding the public’s resources and trust toward creating an equitable and inclusive experience for patrons of all backgrounds. As the new DEI director, I certainly feel the weight of this charge, but am excited for the journey with you.”



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How the Heck Do I Buy a Used Car? - this session will answer that question

Sunday, October 25, 2020

Chaya of Mechanic Shop Femme

How the Heck Do I Buy a Used Car?
Thursday, October 29, 5:30-7pm
Register with an email address before 7pm October 28 
https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/5f87183d9aadc72f0056f2fc

Maybe you have a car and it’s on its last leg, or maybe you took a break from driving and now you want to buy a car? Or you are a first-time car buyer all together! You’re searching the web and are overwhelmed with the options, price tags and just the whole process.

Join Chaya of Mechanic Shop Femme to learn about the process from budgeting to negotiating so you end up with the car you want for a fair price and avoid buying a lemon.

Chaya Milchtein is an automotive educator, writer,and speaker and founder of Mechanic Shop Femme

Her work has appeared in publications ranging from the Chicago Tribune to Shondaland. With seven years in the auto industry under her belt and three years of virtual courses, you're sure to find her class engaging and her information easy to understand. 

You can find her on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.

Register with an email address before 7pm on October 28. You will receive an email with a Zoom link the day before the event. This is part of a series. 

Please register for each program:
*Before Your First Car: A Virtual Car Class for Teens and Young Adults, November 24, 5:30-7pm: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/5f87193332b3343a00abe26a

*The Fundamentals of Car Insurance, December 16, 5:30-7pm: https://kcls.bibliocommons.com/events/5f8719ec95a726240040c6fd



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Book review by Aarene Storms - Crows: genius birds

Saturday, October 17, 2020

Crows: genius birds 
(Science Comics series) 
by Kyla Vanderklugt

Buddy the dog doesn't know much about crows, but that doesn't mean a crow can't teach him tricks -- like tipping over the green garbage cans to get food, while leaving blue recycling bins upright (dogs are colorblind, but crows aren't, which is something new I learned from reading this book).

Crows are amazing -- and smart. Crows can make and use tools, they remember human faces (and teach their young to remember also). Crows can imitate the sounds of other animals, like dogs or even the speech of people. Scientists study crows to figure out why they are so smart although their brains aren't very big.

Just in case you think that a crow teaching a dog skills is a little outlandish, read the introduction to this book: the author relates the story of a friend's dog who was coaxed away by a crow calling "Here boy, here boy!" 

Library crow Photo by Aarene Storms

This is a fun, quick-and-fun-to-read introduction to crow science, written by a scientist and illustrated in comic form. If you like science, you'll like this book. If you like comic books and science, you'll like this book even more. If you like science and comics a lot, I recommend this whole series!

And if you like crows, come to the Richmond Beach Library and look for the two crows we call "Patience" and "Fortitude": they live in the park near the library and frequently beg for snacks from the library staff.

Aarene Storms 
Teen Services Librarian
King County Library System




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The ballot box at the Shoreline Library is now accessible

Friday, October 16, 2020

Ballot box at Shoreline Library
Photo by Julia Gibson


The ballot box at the Shoreline Library has been moved from the construction area and is now accessible in the lower lot. 

Enter from the 175th street entrance and follow the blue Vote signs to the lower lot. 

Ballot drop box at Shoreline Library
Photo by Julia Gibson


You can also enter the upper parking lot at 174th and walk down the stairs and into the lower lot. 

Thank you to everyone who alerted us that things were not as they should be!

The Shoreline library is located at the corner of NE 175th and 5th NE.

--Julia Gibson, Public Services Librarian




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No curbside pickup from Shoreline Library Oct 9 to end of year

Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Shoreline Library
Photo by Steven H. Robinson



The Shoreline Library will be closed to curbside pickup beginning Friday, October 9, through the end of the year.

The library will be having its HVAC system renovated, necessitating opening walls inside the building and excavating a trench in the parking lot from the entry to the small HVAC building by the stairs (roughly where the bricked crosswalk is). 

Staff will be working in other buildings. 

Holds and pickup: On the evening of October 8, all existing and incoming holds will be assigned to the Lake Forest Park library. 

Shoreline holds will be ready to pick up at the Lake Forest Park library beginning Tuesday, October 13. You may go into your account and change the pickup to another library if you wish to go elsewhere, or if you wish to send your holds to Lake Forest Park before October 8. 

The Lake Forest Park library is open for holds for the same hours the Shoreline Library has been operating. Visit the KCLS Curbside page for information on branches and their open hours: https://kcls.org/curbside/ 

Voting and our ballot box: You should still be able to access the ballot box by parking in open areas of the parking lot and walking to the ballot box. On election day, the excavated trench in the parking lot will be covered so that voters can easily access the ballot box. Staff from King County Elections will be on hand that day.

There is a ballot box by Lake Forest Park City Hall in Town Center, Ballinger / Bothell Way NE and another in the rain garden at the 192nd park n ride at the corner of 192nd and Aurora in Shoreline.



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