Inspire | Dec.Jan.Feb. 2018-2019

Our 2019 One Book Selection

By Imbolo Mbue

YOUR FREE GUIDE TO CLASSES & CULTURE DEC.JAN.FEB. 2018-2019

from the director Better Together - A New Silverdale Library This will be a true community campus!

Besides a high school and middle school and a community auditorium, there will be outdoor spaces available in many forms—plentiful landscaped space outside the library, a walking trail, sports fields and tennis courts. A separate trail will link campus users to the neighboring Y. All areas of the campus plan to be open to the entire community.

History was made on September 26 when Kitsap Regional Library and the Central Kitsap School District signed an agreement to develop a co-located facility on the new Central Kitsap Campus off of Anderson Hill Road. An existing building on the campus will be repurposed to house both the Central Kitsap School District administrative staff and a new Silverdale library. The building, often referred to as Building 900, was built in the 1970s and currently houses the high school’s cafeteria and common areas. The two-story, brick structure has ample square footage, measuring 42,000 square feet.

This wonderful and unique opportunity was brought to the Library by CKSD in early 2018. With already purchased land near Clear Creek intended for a new library, it wasn’t an easy decision to change course. In the end, after thoughtfully considering in which location we can best serve our community, and after a feasibility analysis, we made the choice to enter into this long-term partnership agreement.

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Jill Jean, director of Kitsap Regional Library.

The new library is expected to be 12,000 square feet, more than twice the size of the current one. It will have large windows facing Dyes Inlet. Parking will plentiful, with this site allowing us to double the parking that was planned for the Clear Creek site. Library users will have access to a variety of community meeting spaces that have long been in short supply in the Central Kitsap area.

Soon, the Library will begin to work with architects and interior designers to design the library and shared spaces, in partnership with CKSD. In June, 2019, the current high school and portables will be demolished, clearing the way for Building 900 renovations to begin in fall, 2019. One year later in the fall of 2020, it is expected that the Central Kitsap Community will finally, finally have the new library that it has been waiting for.

I look forward to opening its doors to all of you!

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Arts & Culture Bainbridge Historical Museum at the Library BAINBRIDGE

Fourth Wednesdays, Jan. 23, Feb. 27, 7-9 p.m, except Dec. 26.

Books on Tap Test your knowledge of book and movie trivia. Fabulous prizes. Title lists available online and at the Library. Ages 21+ TREEHOUSE CAFÉ, 4569 LYNWOOD CENTER ROAD NE, BAINBRIDGE

First Wednesdays, Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6, 7:30-9 p.m.

Film Group Dec. 26: “Bathing Beauty” (1944) Jan. 25: “Jumanji” (1995) Feb. 22: ”Pride & Prejudice” (2005) POULSBO

Wednesday, Dec. 26, 7-9:30 p.m.

Last Fridays, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, 6-8 p.m.

Dec. 12: “A New Leaf” (1971) Jan. 9: “The Naked Spur” (1953) Feb. 13: “Murder at the Vanities” (1934) BAINBRIDGE

Second Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m.

Nordic Knitting & the Birth of the PNW Ski Industry Susan M. Strawn, author of “Knitting America” discusses local history. Bring your knitting and family photos of Nordic knits to share.

POULSBO

Saturday, Feb. 2, 10-11 a.m.

Story Night

Bestsellers

A fun, colorful and entertaining night of TRUE stories told by the area’s best (or at least the most willing) storytellers.

Dec. 6: Snake Oil Jan. 3: Diet Feb. 7: Borders

*Dec. 17: “Little Women”

by Louisa May Alcott Jan. 28: ”Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi Feb. 25: “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman

CLOVERLEAF BAR AND GRILL, 1240 HOLLIS ST., BREMERTON

Last Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. *Dec. will be on third Monday due to holiday

First Thursdays, 7-9 p.m.

The “Mad Priest” McAllister Poetry Readings Local poets read their work.

BAINBRIDGE

Sunday, Jan. 27, 7-9 p.m.

What Do You Know: Learning with Community Experts The triple crown of hiking with Hallie.

BAINBRIDGE

Wednesday, Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m.,

Book Groups Bainbridge *Dec. 18: “The Paris Wife” by Paula McLain Jan. 22: “Just Mercy” by Bryan Stevenson Feb. 26: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue BAINBRIDGE

Fourth Tuesdays, 7-8 p.m. *Dec. will be on third Tuesday due to holiday

Bainbridge Waterfront Dec. 18: “LaRose” by Louise Erdrich Jan. 15: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue Feb. 19: “Homegoing” by Yaa Gyasi WATERFRONT PARK COMMUNITY CENTER, 370 BRIEN DR. SE, BAINBRIDGE

Third Tuesdays, 1-2 p.m.

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Classics *Jan. 28: “March” by Geraldine Brooks *Feb. 25: “Marmee and Louisa”

by Eve LaPlante Dec. 17: Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott KINGSTON

Third Mondays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., *Jan. & Feb. will be on fourth Monday due to holiday

Downtown Bremerton Dec. 31: “Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy”

by Karen Abbott Jan. 28: “The Whistling Season”

by Ivan Doig Feb. 25: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Last Mondays, 5-6 p.m.

Ferry Tales A commuter discussion on the Seattle-to-Bainbridge ferry.

Dec. 13: “The Sympathizer”

by Viet Thanh Nguyen Jan. 10: “The Wangs vs. the World”

by Jade Chang Feb. 14: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue 4:45 SEA TO BI FERRY, BAINBRIDGE

Second Thursdays, 4:45-5:30 p.m.

Kingston Dec. 5: Biography and Memoir Jan. 2: “Where’d You Go, Bernadette?”

by Maria Semple Feb. 6: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue KINGSTON

First Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m.

Little Boston Dec. 5: “The Sisters Brothers”

by Patrick deWitt Jan. 2: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue Feb. 6: “Killers of the Flower Moon”

by David Grann LITTLE BOSTON

First Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m.

Manchester Dec. 17: “The Secret History of Wonder Woman” by Jill Lepore Jan. 21: “The Orphan Master’s Son”

by Adam Johnson Feb. 18: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue MANCHESTER

Third Mondays, 7-8 p.m.

Nonfiction Dec. 18: Historical and Contemporary Needlecraft Jan. 15: “Dust Bowl Girls” by Lydia Reeder Feb. 19: Architecture SYLVAN WAY

Third Tuesdays, 10-11 a.m.

Port Orchard Dec. 18: “The Throwback Special”

by Chris Bachelder Jan. 15: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue Feb. 19: “Hag-seed” by Margaret Atwood PORT ORCHARD

Third Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

Pub Lit Literature meets libations in this nonfiction book group.

Dec. 19: Show & Tell Jan. 16: “Pilgrim at Tinker Creek”

by Annie Dillard Feb. 20: “Rogue Heroes” by Ben Macintyre SLIPPERY PIG BREWERY, 18801 FRONT ST. NE, POULSBO

Third Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m.

Silverdale Dec. 19: “Lab Girl” by Hope Jahren Jan. 16: “Orphan Train”

by Christina Baker Kline Feb. 20: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue SILVERDALE

Third Wednesdays, 1-2 p.m.

Sylvan Way Dec. 8: “Killers of the Flower Moon”

by David Grann Jan. 12: “For Such a Time” by Kate Breslin Feb. 9: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue SYLVAN WAY

Second Saturdays, Jan. 12, 10-11 a.m.

Up Lit Read and discuss hopeful literary fiction.

Dec. 11: “The Whistling Season”

by Ivan Doig Jan. 8: “The Invention of Wings”

by Sue Monk Kidd Feb. 12: “The Pearl That Broke Its Shell”

by Nadia Hashimi POULSBO

Second Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-noon

VIP In partnership with the Bainbridge Visually Impaired Persons Group. Titles available from the Washington Talking Book and Braille Library.

Dec. 7: “News of the World” by Paulette Jiles and “The Earth: a Very Short Introduction” by Martin Redfern Feb. 1: “Behold the Dreamers”

by Imbolo Mbue and “The Sixth Extinction” by Elizabeth Kolbert BAINBRIDGE

Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

We the People Explore themes that strengthen your vision of democracy and your connection with others. Read “Behold the Dreamers” by Imbolo Mbue.

KINGSTON

Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Business & Career Career Center One-On-One Appointments Assistance with resumes, cover letters and interview techniques from volunteers or Worksource career specialists. Registration required. (see pg26) BAINBRIDGE

First Tuesdays, Dec. 4, Feb. 5 6:30-8 p.m.

Fourth Tuesdays, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

Second Tuesdays, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, noon-5 p.m.

POULSBO

First Tuesday, Dec. 4, Feb. 5 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Every Tuesday, 3:15-4:45 p.m., except Dec. 25, Jan. 1 & 15

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SCORE: Free Small Business Advice Starting or expanding your business? Meet one-on-one with a business mentor from SCORE-Counselors to America’s Small Business. Registration required. (see pg26) POULSBO

Microsoft Office Specialist Certification Testing Earn Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Microsoft Office 2016 (Word, Excel or PowerPoint). Registration required. (see pg26)

Learn ancient skills as you create a unique handmade book. Registration required. (see pg26) LITTLE BOSTON

Wednesday, Dec. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Second Mondays, Dec. 10, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

KINGSTON

Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Rain Gardens & Much More

Community Classroom

Pay Yourself First & Basic Budgeting

Learn effective ways to deal with storm water on your property while creating a more attractive yard.

Bainbridge Prepares: Disaster Preparedness Classes Map your neighborhood and to go bags.

BAINBRIDGE

Saturday, Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m.

Bainbridge Prepares: Disaster Preparedness Classes Jan. 16: Family Reunification with Scott James Feb. 20: Oh no! The Power is Out! with Loren Bast BAINBRIDGE

Learn basic budgeting and saving skills. In partnership with Asset Building Coalition of Kitsap County and American Financial Solution. Registration required. (see pg26) SILVERDALE

Monday, Feb. 25, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Understanding Your Credit Report

Bainbridge Modern Quilt Guild Monthly meeting followed by a sew-in.

Open to experienced and wannabe quilters. Bring your machine and notions.

Extra machines available.

SILVERDALE

Monday, Jan. 14, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Genealogy Table Talk An informal sit-down with other family history buffs. Share your successes, tips and stumbling blocks.

Computers available.

KINGSTON

Second Thursdays, Jan. 10, Feb. 14, 1-2:30 p.m., except Dec. 11

BAINBRIDGE

Sunday, Jan. 13, noon-5 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Health & Wellness Final Road Map: End-of-Life Planning Learn how to navigate end-of-life decisions and ways to help prevent emotional and financial hardship for loved ones in stressful times.

Community Cafe

BAINBRIDGE

Develop relationships and build community while engaging in activities guided by an expert in the area of focus.

Registration required. (see pg26)

Tuesday, Jan. 29, 7-9 p.m.

MANCHESTER

Wednesday, Jan. 9, 6-7:30 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

Health Insurance Enrollment Certified Navigators from Peninsula Community Health Services will be available for drop-in insurance enrollment assistance.

Thursday, Dec. 6, 4-6 p.m.

BAINBRIDGE

Crafternoon

POULSBO

Bring your craft projects or try one of ours. Discover our extensive craft book collection and find inspiration for your next project.

Monday, Dec. 10, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

LITTLE BOSTON

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Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners

Every Wednesday, 5:30-7 p.m., except Dec. 26

Monday, Dec. 17, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Meet weekly to practice your English conversation skills with a trained instructor.

Learn key principles of saving and investing. Presented by Asset Building Coalition of Kitsap County and Edward Jones. Registration required. (see pg26)

Games & Gaming

SILVERDALE

ESL Conversation

Foundation of Investing

Saturday, Feb. 23, 2-4 p.m.

Learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons in a fun, beginners-only environment. Registration required. (see pg26)

DIY & Crafts

Every Monday beginning in January, 6:30-7:30 p.m., except Jan. 21, Feb. 18

BAINBRIDGE

Learn why it’s important to have good credit. In partnership with Asset Building Coalition of Kitsap County and American Financial Solution. Registration required. (see pg26)

Third Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., except Dec. 19

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Make a Little Book

Every Wednesday, 2:30-3:30 p.m., except Dec. 25

Monday, Dec. 3, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Health Insurance Q&A Drop in for answers to your health insurance questions. In partnership with Peninsula Community Healthcare Services.

Please note: Enrollment help will not be offered during this event.

SILVERDALE

Every Tuesday, 10 a.m.-noon Every Wednesday, 5-7 p.m.

Walking Club Bring your walking shoes and a water bottle and be prepared for a fun and invigorating urban walk.

PORT ORCHARD

Every Wednesday, 9-10 a.m.

Hot Topics AARP Tax-Aide: Feb. 1-April 15 Free, confidential, walk-in tax help. Space is limited. First come, first served. Visit AARP.org for a full list of what to bring.

BAINBRIDGE

Special Events Solstice Star Party Celebrate the solstice by viewing the night sky through telescopes, checking out a mobile planetarium show or engaging in fun activities. All Ages SYLVAN WAY

Friday, Dec. 21, 6-8 p.m.

YOUniversity: Boundary Crossing and the Bible Dr. Angela Parker, from the Seattle School of Theology and Psychology, explores boundary crossing and nationalism in Christian scriptures.

Technology Drop-In Tech Help Drop in to learn basic computer skills with the help of volunteers and library staff.

Every Friday, 1:30-4 p.m.

Every Tuesday, 3-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 18, 25, Jan. 1

Make appointments on-site, downstairs with AARP volunteers.

Every Sunday & Monday, 2-6 p.m., except Monday, Feb. 18

Coffee with the County Coffee and conversation with Kitsap County elected officials and department directors. This quarter, meet Commissioner Charlotte Garrido.

PORT ORCHARD

Tuesday, Jan. 22, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Coffee with the Superintendent Superintendent Peter Bang-Knudsen wants to hear from you.

Every Monday, 1:30-3:30 p.m., except Jan. 21, Feb. 18

Writing & Publishing Kingston Writers Group

KINGSTON

PORT ORCHARD

POULSBO

Every Wednesday, 2-5 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 7, 4:30-6 p.m.

Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Every Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

POULSBO

PORT ORCHARD

BAINBRIDGE

Beginning at 9 a.m., numbers will be given to reserve appointments.

Third Thursdays, Dec. 20, Jan. 17, Feb. 21, 3-4 p.m.

Share your writing in a supportive and friendly space. Bring any piece: fiction, nonfiction, memoir, poetry, etc.

Beginners welcome.

Every Monday, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. & 5:30-7:30 p.m. except Monday, Feb. 18

PORT ORCHARD

LITTLE BOSTON

Every Wednesday, 1:30-3 p.m.

Second Tuesdays, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Self-Publish Your Novel Everyone has a story to tell. Get your book out there with self-publishing. Presented by local author Eryn Scott. Registration required. (see pg26) PORT ORCHARD

Saturday, Jan. 19, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Writer’s Café

Every Tuesday, 1:30-3 p.m., except Dec. 25, Jan. 1

Work on your own writing in quiet companionship. All genres, styles and levels of experience are welcome.

Coffee and tea provided.

SYLVAN WAY

MANCHESTER

SILVERDALE

Every Friday, 1:30-3 p.m., except Dec. 28, Feb. 8

Everything You Wanted to Know About Digital Downloads, but Were Afraid to Ask

First Mondays, Dec. 3, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, 6-7:30 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

Second Wednesdays, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, 6-7:30 p.m.

Bring your device and learn how to find and download interesting ebooks in the Library’s collection.

POULSBO

Saturday, Jan. 26, 1:30-3 p.m.

One-on-One Tech Help Need help with downloading eBooks, audiobooks, music and magazines?

Book up to an hour with a tutor.

Registration required. (see pg26)

BAINBRIDGE

Wednesday, Jan. 9, 4-5 p.m.

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Historical Art Show Images & Artifacts of African American Culture

View Weaving Histories works of African American art, portraiture, and historical artifacts from Living Arts Cultural Heritage collections.

All of February, at the Downtown Bremerton and Sylvan Way locations.

Opening & Panel Discussion Celebrate the opening of the month-long exhibit and participate in panel discussions around race and diversity. All Ages DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Friday, Feb. 1, 5-7 p.m.

In partnership with Living Arts Cultural Heritage.

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The Library partners with PSGS to bring you the Genealogy Center, located in our Sylvan Way location. (360) 475-9172

pusogensoc.org LECTURES

Fourth Wednesdays

WEBINAR: Discovering Your Family History with MyHeritage’s Unique Technologies with Daniel Horowitz Learn about the seven powerful technologies at MyHeritage designed to help you discover your family history.

Now a FamilySearch Affiliate Library The Kitsap Regional Library and Puget Sound Genealogical Society are excited to announce that the Sylvan Way location is now a FamilySearch Affiliate Library.

SYLVAN WAY

Wednesday, Jan. 23, 1-2 p.m.

Using the Washington State Archives The WA State Archives is a wealth of information about our state. Join us as an archivist discusses collections and services.

SYLVAN WAY

Wednesday, Feb. 27, 1-2 p.m.

CLASSES Introduction to Canadian Genealogy with Elisabeth Demmon *Explore the history of Canada, timelines of important events and major databases for research.

FamilySearch.org offers access to digital images of genealogical records.

Their expansive collection holds genealogical records for over 110 countries, territories, and possessions, including over 2.4 million rolls of microfilmed genealogical records; 742,000 microfiche; 310,000 books, serials and other formats; and 4,500 periodicals. Many of these resources are currently available to you for free online, but many more are only available when accessing the site from an Affiliate Library.

Start your family tree or add to your family tree! The data available to you now is especially noticeable when you are exploring geographic locations where your ancestors may have lived. To use this new feature, simply login to your FamilySearch account—on our computers, or on your own laptop, tablet or phone—while you are at the Sylvan Way branch of the Library and connected to our WiFi network. That’s it! If you don’t have an account with FamilySearch it’s no problem. Signing up for an account is free and easy at familysearch.org.

SYLVAN WAY

Saturday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Canadian Genealogy: Migration with Elisabeth Demmon *Learn about the Loyalists, their history and records. Follow the internal migration routes, historical records and maps.

SYLVAN WAY

Tuesday, Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. * Registration required; Call (360) 475-9172

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Foundation.KRL.org 1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton 98310, (360) 405-9115

foundation Your Support Transforms Lives Access to knowledge is powerful and the ripples of your gift can be felt throughout Kitsap. Your support empowers our community to live their best life story. To celebrate your generosity, we have developed the following recognition levels. Annual gifts exceeding $1,000 receive exclusive benefits and recognition based on level of giving. It is with our sincere gratitude that we recognize you, our community of committed donors who provide ongoing support allowing Kitsap Regional Library to engage and strengthen community, invest in young minds, and ultimately transform lives. Thank you!

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The Estate of Arland and Priscilla Loften

Kingston Friends of the Library

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The Estate of Victoria J. Trower

Kiwanis Club of Port Orchard

Ed and Jane McCrohan

Be More - $10,000+

Port Orchard Friends of the Library

Jill Jean and Charlie Merrill

Poulsbo Friends of the Library

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H.W. Wilson Foundation Inc.

Umpqua Bank Charitable Foundation

Joan Pearson and Karl Petersen

Donna Moreland

Odette Vachon

Demi Rasmussen

In memory of our mothers: Audrey Wallington and Christine Scott

Frederick and Elizabeth Walters

Nadean Ross

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The Kitsap Regional Library Foundation proudly supports our Library – and our community – by facilitating charitable gifts that advance the Library’s mission, inspiring our community to dream more, do more, learn more and be more. Visit Foundation.KRL.org to learn more about the ways you can support your Library.

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Daniel and Pamela Baer Bainbridge Kiwanis Foundation Jim and Kate Cofer Jaime Forsyth Friends of the Downtown Bremerton Library Kevin and Jennifer Giles

Bainbridge Island Friends of the Library

David Hill

Bremerton Kiwanis

The Estate of Rita Hoffman

East Bremerton Friends of the Library

Marcus and Wendy Kile

Friends of the Manchester Library

Kiwanis Club of Greater Poulsbo Foundation

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Imagine if every single person in Kitsap read the same book?

What conversations could we spark?

Each year, Kitsap Regional Library invites the community to participate in a shared reading experience, building a starting place for open discussion.

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remarkably kind to all of its characters. Reading this story together can build a foundation for conversations and allow us to explore our history and how different versions of the American Dream have shaped our Kitsap community.

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New York Times Bestseller ‘Behold the Dreamers,’ by Author Imbolo Mbue Jende Jonga, a Cameroonian immigrant living in Harlem, has come to the United States to provide a better life for himself, his wife, Neni, and their six-year-old son. In the fall of 2007, Jende can hardly believe his luck when he lands a job as a chauffeur for Clark Edwards, a senior executive at Lehman Brothers. Clark demands punctuality, discretion and loyalty—and Jende is eager to please. Clark’s wife, Cindy, even offers Neni temporary work at the Edwardses’ summer home in the Hamptons. With these opportunities, Jende and Neni can at last gain a foothold in America and imagine a brighter future.

However, the world of great power and privilege conceals troubling secrets, and soon Jende and Neni notice cracks in their employers’ facades. When the financial world is rocked by the collapse of Lehman Brothers, the Jongas are desperate to keep Jende’s job—even as their marriage threatens to fall apart.

As all four lives are dramatically upended, Jende and Neni are forced to make an impossible choice.

r o h t u A e h t t Mee iscussion & Book Talk Panel D

A Diverse Representation of the American Dream Author Imbolo Mbue hosts a discussion of immigration stories, exploring how different versions of the American Dream have shaped Kitsap. Following the panel, hear the story behind “Behold the Dreamers” and Imbolo’s journey as a writer. Afterwards, stay and get your book signed and mingle with community. Come early for an on-site book discussion. Books will be available for purchase. Tickets available at onebook.KRL.org for this free event.

In partnership with Kitsap Historical Society, Kitsap Immigrant Assistance Center and Olympic College.

OLYMPIC COLLEGE, WILLIAM D. HARVEY THEATRE, BREMERTON Saturday, February 23, noon-3 p.m.

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#BuyLessReadMore Opt in to Reading on Black Friday Celebrate our 11th annual One Book, One Community with the One Book kick off read in. On November 23, share your #BuyLessReadMore photos and moments and show us where you are reading and who you are reading with. #OBOC2019 #LibraryInspired

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n o i t a s r e v n o A C bolo Mbue m I with “The dream at the center of the story ended up being the American Dream, which the characters embrace or wrestle with in different ways, and I found all of it to be a story worth telling.”

In her debut novel, “Behold the Dreamers,” Imbolo Mbue tells the story of West Africans Jende and Neni Jonga, two strivers whose bright hopes for the future are challenged by the Great Recession.

The Jongas and their wealthy employers, the Edwardses, meet on the brink of the 2008 financial crisis, but the issues Mbue explores – immigration, income inequality and family separation – are just as timely a decade later.

A Cameroonian immigrant herself, Mbue paints a portrait of America that is both magnificent and flawed, holding the American Dream up to the light like a prism to examine the different facets and asking readers to think about how far they would go to secure their families’ futures.

As a preview to February’s One Book, One Community events, Mbue answered Inspire’s questions by email, sharing her inspiration, how her own background shaped the novel and why she wanted to tell this particular immigration story.

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What inspired you to write this novel?

I had lost my job during the Great Recession and while I was unemployed, I went out for a walk one day and noticed chauffeurs waiting for executives on a street in Midtown Manhattan. I was intrigued and decided to write a story about an immigrant chauffeur and the Wall Street executive he works for and how they and their families were affected by the recession, specifically how it had affected their dreams.

Like Jende and Neni, you are from Limbe, Cameroon. How much of the story is autobiographical?

Not much. Jende and Neni came to America as adults while I arrived as a teenager to attend college, so our experiences were quite different in many ways. I certainly borrowed aspects from my life, like my hometown, and the neighborhood where I once lived in Harlem, but their stories, as well as the stories of the Edwardses, were inspired by many different people I'd met and observed over my years of being an immigrant and a New Yorker.

Why did you choose to set your novel during the Great Recession? Why juxtapose the worlds of striving immigrants and privileged Wall Street bankers?

Well, I'd gotten my inspiration for the story at a time when the Great Recession was still raging in many parts of the country and I'd seen its effect in my own life. I was also very interested in the price the characters had to pay to see their dream come true (in the case of the immigrant Jongas) and what they needed to do to hold onto their dream lives (in the case of the wealthy Edwardses). The dream at the center of the story ended up being the American Dream, which the characters embrace or wrestle with in different ways, and I found all of it to be a story worth telling.

Jende thinks of America as a “paradise-for-strivers” but encounters some hard realities that threaten his pursuit of the American Dream. Is America still a land of opportunity for all?

America is magnificent and flawed, and I've found it be a land of tremendous opportunity and a land of tremendous

hurdles in making the best of those opportunities. This is something both families in the novel have to reckon with.

When Jende comes to the United States, he’s already planning to overstay his visa and he goes to a lawyer who encourages him to game the system to win asylum. That’s exactly what many immigration opponents complain about. Why tell this particular immigration story?

e r a Sh tory S r u Yo What Conversations Can We Spark?

I believe we should tell even the stories we're not comfortable telling. It certainly wasn't easy for me to paint people from my hometown in any sort of harsh light, but I was determined to write a realistic story. Jende and Neni, despite making choices we may not condone, are wonderful people in other ways.

Clark and Cindy may be rich, white people, and it's certainly easy for many of us to vilify them since they make their share of poor choices, but they're wonderful in their own ways and they show kindness to Jende and Neni. This is all to say that humans are complex.

Hardworking immigrants do good and bad things, and rich white people do good and bad things. In the process of writing this novel, I discovered I had no interest in writing a story which painted characters like me as good and people different from me as bad – that's not the world I live in.

We’ve partnered with StoryCorps to share our community’s stories.

With the tools StoryCorps provides, people of all backgrounds—typically two at a time—have the opportunity, to record meaningful conversations together.

How would you like “Behold the Dreamers” to inform the immigration debate?

3. When you’re finished, share your story.

Or keep it for yourself.

I hope readers take from the novel whatever it is they wish to take away from it. I wrote it to tell a story I’d been inspired to tell, and my goal was to tell the story honestly and completely, hard as it was for me to do so. I didn't spend much time thinking about how the story would be interpreted so it’s always such a thrill for me to meet readers who, in sharing with me their experience of reading the book, end up teaching me a great deal.

Using the themes of our 2019 One Book, learn more about someone -discover their heritage, how their ancestors came to Kitsap or their views of the American Dream. Together, we will create a diverse collection of stories representing how our varied backgrounds have shaped Kitsap.

The stories you share will be archived in the Library of Congress and can be shared with our community or kept as a memory for yourself.

You choose how you would like your story shared.

Record your interview anywhere using the StoryCorps website or app.

Simply invite a loved one—or anyone you choose—to have a conversation with you. Everything you need, including a list of questions to get started, is at onebook.KRL.org.

Help Create an Archive of Kitsap Stories 1. Choose someone to interview. Pick great questions.

2. Find a quiet place to chat. Listen closely.

On StoryCorps.org: Hear community stories or share your own using community code OBOC2019.

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Branch Book Groups BAINBRIDGE

Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7-8 p.m.

DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Monday, Feb. 25, 5-6 p.m.

KINGSTON

Wednesday, Feb. 6, 10-11:30 a.m.

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Other Book Groups

Book Discussion Guide

Bainbridge Waterfront

1. Consider the role of the American Dream in the novel. How is this ideal defined in this story? In what ways is it manifested in the central men and women of this story? How does it fail them?

BAINBRIDGE

Tuesday, Jan. 15, 1-2 p.m.

Ferry Tales

Monday, Feb. 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

A commuter discussion on the Seattle-to-Bainbridge ferry.

LITTLE BOSTON

4:45 SEA TO BI FERRY, BAINBRIDGE

Wednesday, Jan. 2, 1-2 p.m.

Thursday, Feb. 14, 4:45-5:30 p.m.

MANCHESTER

Monday, Feb. 18, 7-8 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

Tuesday, Jan. 15, 6:30-8 p.m POULSBO

Saturday, Feb. 2, 2-3 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Wednesday, Feb. 20, 1-2 p.m

Olympic College CIC BUILDING, WILLIAM D. HARVEY THEATRE

Saturday, Feb. 23, 11-11:45 a.m.

VIP BAINBRIDGE

Friday, Feb. 1, 2-4 p.m.

SYLVAN WAY

Saturday, Feb. 9, 10-11 a.m.

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2. Immigration plays a huge role in this novel. For the Jongas, America is a place of hope and promise, a “place where you can become somebody,” but the machine and policies are anything but welcoming and clear and the road to citizenship is jagged. Discuss the portrayal of American immigration in this novel.

How does this shift the traditional representation of America?

3. Discuss the choice to place this novel in an America on the brink of recession and the Wall Street collapse. How would this story have looked different without this moment in American history? What would these characters’ journeys have looked like?

s ’ t a Wh ? t x e N 4. In Jende’s job as a driver for the Edwards family, he often transcends the boundaries between their public personas and their private lives. Behind the safety of a closed car door, the Edwards show their truest selves and Jende is often a silent witness to much of what they would not show to the world: marital issues, the crumbling of Lehman Brothers, infidelity, family arguments. How does this impact Jende’s understanding of this family?

How does it inform our interpretations?

5. Though both the Edwards and the Jongas have their own individual worries, so much of what concerns both of these couples is the well-being and success of their children. Discuss the parenting styles that the Edwards and the Jongas utilize. How are they similar? How do they differ? Why do we place so much weight on the raising of children? How can our own pathways in life lead the way we direct our children? How do our parents impact our view of the world and futures?

6. Discuss the character of Vince Edwards. What do you make of his relationship to his family and his thoughts about his country? How do his opinions play a larger role in the novel?

What do you think is in store for him in India?

7. Though they moved to America to find better life as a couple and as a family, both Jende and Neni are inevitably impacted by the way America shapes their

own personal identities. What are some of the ways in which they change as individuals over the course of the novel?

How does their marriage change? Do you feel this is for the better or worse?

How does it speak largely to the way America’s ideals impact the members of its society?

8. Discuss the role of dreams in the novel. How do dreams drive the plot of the novel? What kind of dreams do these characters wish to achieve? What dreams are deferred?

9. Though Jende and Neni are both “outsiders” in American society, they also seem to have the clearest observations and insight into American culture. What are some examples of this? How does the role of an outsider provide a unique vantage point?

Love the book and want more? Here are other stories you may enjoy.

Read FICTION "In the Midst of Winter" by Isabel Allende "We Need New Names" by NoViolet Bulawayo "What We Were Promised" by Lucy Tan NONFICTION "One Goal: a coach a team, and the game that brought a divided town together" by Amy Bass "The Big Short: inside the doomsday machine" by Michael Lewis "Dear America: notes of an undocumented citizen"

by Jose Antonio Vargas YOUNG ADULT

10. The Jendes often reflect on their home of Cameroon with both nostalgia and negativity; though they have left their homeland for a better country, Cameroon still remains in their hearts and minds.

However, it is clear that even for Clark and Cindy, who are American citizens, it is very difficult to forget where you came from, the history that made you who you are.

Discuss the concept of “home” in this novel. How does it impact the central characters?

11. Perhaps one of the saddest moments of the novel is the Jongas’ return to Cameroon. What do you think of this decision? How do you envision their lives if they had tried to stay in America?

12. Consider the theme of power in the novel. How do some of these characters hold power over one another? How do they yield this power?

"Something in Between"

by Melissa Dela Cruz (Fiction) "The Sun is Also a Star"

by Nicola Yoon (Fiction) "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi (Fiction)

Watch DVDS "Beatriz at Dinner" (Movie) "Inside Job" (Documentary) "Well Founded Fear" (Documentary)

Listen AUDIOBOOKS "Americanah"

by Chimananda Ngozi Adichie (Fiction) "The House on Mango Street"

by Sandra Cisneros (Fiction) "Strength in What Remains"

by Tracy Kidder (Nonfiction)

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Arts & Culture Teen Clubhouse Explore your interests with others who share them. Try out new tech, learn a skill, or hang out and find what inspires you.

Grades 6-12 POULSBO

Second & Fourth Fridays, Dec. 14, 28, Jan. 11, 25, Feb. 8, 22, 3:30-5 p.m.

Teen Time Play games, create art, watch movies, sample new tech or just hang out with friends. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12 SILVERDALE

Every Thursday, 2-5 p.m.

Games & Gaming Fortnite in the Library Team up with your fellow Fortnite fanatics. Trade tips and enjoy some friendly competition. Laptops provided.

Grades 6-12

Teen Forum: #MeToo Movement

Monday Teen Space Play Overwatch, Fortnite and video and board games. Use the art supplies, tinker with tech gadgets, or just hang out with friends. Grades 7-12

Every Monday, 2-3:30 p.m., except Dec. 24, 31, Jan. 21, Feb. 18

North Kitsap High School students will present art created for the Memory Project, read poetry, perform music and more.

SYLVAN WAY

Second Saturdays, Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, 2:30-4:30 p.m.

Produce a podcast and share your love of reading with the world. Grades 6-12

Performing Arts Night

Engage in conversations with teens and community leaders on topics you care about. Ask questions, share your thoughts and get informed. Grades 6-12

First Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m., except Jan. 1

BAINBRIDGE

First Fridays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1, 3:30-5 p.m.

Town Hall

SILVERDALE

The Book Lovers Podcast

POULSBO

Hot Topics

TCG Club Play trading card games like Magic: The Gathering, while making friends in this teen-run game club. All experiences levels welcome. Grades 6-12

Youth-led discussion of #MeToo founded

by Tarana Burke in 2006 to support the survivors of sexual violence and its prevalance today. Grades 7-12 PORT ORCHARD

Thursday, Jan. 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Leadership & Volunteering Teen Advisory Board Join TAB, a leadership group for teens to help shape the Library. Grades 7-12

SYLVAN WAY

PORT ORCHARD

Every Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., except Dec. 25, Jan. 1

First Tuesdays, Dec. 4, Feb. 5, 6-7:30 p.m., except Jan. 1

POULSBO

POULSBO

Friday, Feb. 8, 7-9 p.m.

Third Fridays Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, 3:30-5 p.m.

New Teen Librarian in Silverdale

SILVERDALE

If you find yourself in our Silverdale branch, welcome Silverdale’s first ever Teen Services Librarian, Kayla O’Connor.

Her experience and creativity has brought all new classes and events for you to enjoy.

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Second Thursdays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14, 3-4 p.m.

First Wednesdays, Dec. 5, *Jan. 9, Feb. 6, 5:30-7:30 p.m *Jan. will be on the second Wednesday

School Support FAFSA Assistance Lab

Your future starts here.

Ask questions about the FAFSA and get assistance with completing the paper or electronic Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Paid internships with the freedom to explore your personal career dreams

SYLVAN WAY

What if I told you Kitsap Regional Library is disrupting the first job experience for young adults? If you are between the ages of 16-25 and want to explore your personal interests and career path, the Community Learning Internship is for you. At all nine of our locations, work side by side with a caring librarian as your mentor throughout a 100-hour paid professional experience. Learn valuable life skills, make a difference and get involved in your community. Don’t have any prior work experience? Don’t worry! We will be hiring interns throughout the year, so keep your eyes glued to krl.org/jobs.

Sundays, Jan. 6, 20, Feb. 3, 17, 1-5 p.m.

Special Events Cosplay Design Lab Move through the design process and construct a costume or accessory fit for your favorite fandom with support from local cosplay pros.

SYLVAN WAY

Saturday, Feb. 9, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Futuring Nonviolence: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebrate the legacy of Dr. King through immersive youth-led discussions and activities to shape nonviolence in our community.

STEM Make Do Share: Teen Night

Saturday, Jan. 19, 1-3 p.m.

Make new friends, do amazing projects and share collaborative creations driven by your own interests. Grades 6-12

SYLVAN WAY

SYLVAN WAY

Sunday, Jan. 20, 2-4 p.m.

Every Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 p.m., except Dec. 26, Jan. 2

DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Pajama Party Teen Lock-In Put on some PJs, watch a movie, eat pizza and build a blanket fort at this winter lock-in. Registration required. (See pg26) Grades 7-12

Writing & Publishing Teen Writers Workshop Learn to write engaging characters and dialogue and an exciting world. Get a one-on-one consultation. Bring writing or start fresh. Grades 7-12.

BAINBRIDGE

Second Thursdays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14, 4-5:30 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

Friday, Dec. 21, 7-10 p.m.

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Arts & Culture Drive-in Movie: Frozen Create a cardboard box car and snuggle in to watch Anna save her kingdom from her sister Elsa’s wintry curse. All Ages POULSBO

Friday, Feb. 1, 2-4:30 p.m.

Games & Gaming Minecraft Love playing Minecraft? Come build a brand new world. All experience levels welcome. Registration required (see pg26) Grades K-5

Kids Create

MANCHESTER

Special art programs that encourage creativity and learning for children.

Grades K-5

Wednesday, Jan. 2, 1-3 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Fourth Saturdays, Jan. 26, Feb. 23, 2-3 p.m., except Dec. 22

Passport to the World Experience the world through stories, crafts, music, dance, games, and more.

Grades K-5 KINGSTON

Second Wednesdays, Dec. 12, Jan. 9, Feb. 13, 4-5 p.m.

LEGOS LEGO Club Use the Library’s LEGO collection to complete a challenge or construct from your imagination. Bring only your creativity. Grades K-5 BAINBRIDGE

Second Tuesdays, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

First Wednesdays, Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6, 3:30-5 p.m.

MANCHESTER

Third Wednesdays, Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, 5:30-7 p.m.

POULSBO

Last Wednesdays, Jan. 30, Feb. 27, 3:30-5 p.m., except Dec. 26 SILVERDALE

Every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m., except Dec. 25, Jan. 1 SYLVAN WAY

Fridays, Dec. 14, Jan. 4, Feb. 1, 4-5:15 p.m.

School Support Read to a Dog Practice your reading skills and gain confidence reading out loud to friendly therapy dogs. Grades K-5 BAINBRIDGE

First Tuesdays & Third Thursdays, Dec. 4, 20, Jan. 17, Feb. 21, 4-5 p.m. except Jan 1, Feb. 5 DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

First Wednesdays, Dec. 5, Jan. 2, Feb. 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

SYLVAN WAY

Every Thursday, 3:30-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 27, Jan. 3 SILVERDALE

Third Thursdays, Dec. 20, Jan. 17, Feb. 21, 3-4 p.m.

Special Events Chimes & Lights Visit the Library for crafts, performances by local musicians and a Holiday Magic Show with Jeff Evans at 3 p.m. All Ages

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Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.

Family Seasonal Storytime A special seasonal storytime with stories, songs, art activities, cookies and cocoa.

Ages 0-5

STEM Bird Feeder Builder Bash

SILVERDALE

Build a bird feeder to use in the Backyard Bird Count or to give to a friend to wish them Flappy Holidays. Registration required (see pg26) Grades K-5

Wednesday, Dec. 19, 6-7 p.m.

PORT ORCHARD

KINGSTON

Saturday, Dec. 8, 11-11:30 a.m.

Free Pictures with Santa Have your picture taken with Santa Claus.

Cookies and candy canes for the kids.

Open to kids of all ages (no pets).

Saturday, Dec. 8, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Family STEM

SYLVAN WAY

Bring the whole family to explore a different STEM topic each month with hands-on activities. Grades K-5

Saturday, Dec. 1, 2-4 p.m.

KINGSTON

Jeff Evans Holiday Magic Show

Third Wednesdays, Dec. 19, Jan. 16, Feb. 20, 4-5 p.m.

A special holiday magic event during the Chimes & Lights Festival. All Ages PORT ORCHARD

Saturday, Dec. 1, 3-4 p.m.

Wacky Winter Wednesdays Ages 0-5 years Dec. 5: Dance Party - Dance the winter blues away with silly kids’ music and props to encourage a variety of movements.

Dec. 12: Art Party - Get a little messy and make something fun to bring home.

Dec. 19: Tea Party - Inspired by Fancy Nancy and the Mad Hatter, wear your fanciest tea party garb.

Dec. 26: Holiday Party - Wear your favorite holiday outfit and sing holiday songs, read stories, and sip hot cocoa.

BAINBRIDGE

Wednesdays, 11-11:30 a.m.

LITTLE BOSTON

First Fridays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1, 1-2 p.m.

Family TinkerLab Hands-on exploration and play for the whole family with different gizmos and gadgets. Grades K-5 BAINBRIDGE

Fourth Tuesdays, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 25

STEAM Team Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math programs. Topics vary each month.

Grades 3-5 SILVERDALE

First Fridays, Dec. 7, Jan. 4, Feb. 1, 5-5:45 p.m.

STEM Saturday Inquire, examine, build, and problem-solve on the way to becoming Citizen Scientists and lifelong explorers. Grades K-5 PORT ORCHARD

Every Saturday, Beginning in Jan. 1:30-3 p.m.

Wednesday STEM Explore different scientific principles with hands-on activities. Grades K-5 Jan. 9: Static Electricity - Explore static electricity with hands-on activities and experiments.

Jan. 16: Time for Slime - Anytime is time for slime! Wear something that can get messy.

Feb. 13: The Human Heart - Explore the human heart and make a working model to take home.

Feb. 20: Make a Flashlight - Recreate one of the first flashlights ever made and light your way home.

Friday STEM

DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Explore a different STEM concept each month through hands-on activities.

Planned and led with help from teen volunteers. Grades K-5

Wednesday, Feb. 20, 3:30-5 p.m.

SYLVAN WAY

Third Fridays, Dec. 21, Jan. 18, Feb. 15, 4-5 p.m.

High-Tech Holiday Cardmaking Simple circuitry meets art as we make dazzling light-up cards using multicolored LEDs. All skill levels welcome. All Ages MANCHESTER

Tween Escape the Library: Tween Edition Use wit, logic, and strategy to escape through locked doors, mazes and traps to your reward of pizza and snacks.

Registration required (see pg26) Grades 4-8 PORT ORCHARD

Thursday, Jan. 3, 7-9 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 18, 3:30-5 p.m.

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Friday Tween Space Hang out for games, crafts and gadgetry. Grades 6-8 KINGSTON

Fourth Fridays, Dec. 28, Jan. 25, Feb. 22, 3-5 p.m.

MiddleMakers: Writing & Open Mic CafĂŠ Enjoy warm drinks, grow your skill with writing teacher Margaret Nevinski and share at the open mic in this two-day workshop. Grades 4-8 POULSBO

Saturday, Feb. 2 & 9, 2-4 p.m.

Novel Engineering Read a novel with your fellow engineers, identify problems, design solutions and show them off. Registration required (see pg26) Grades 4-8 PORT ORCHARD

Thursdays, Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28, 4-5:30 p.m.

NEW!

Writing & Publishing

SILVERDALE

Young Writers Group

A fun, science-based program designed just for preschoolers. Topics and activities vary each month. Ages 3-5 years

Author and teacher Margaret Nevinski and company share their expertise.

Bring current work for feedback or start something new. Grades 3-5

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Exploration Station

MANCHESTER

BAINBRIDGE

Second Thursdays, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb. 14, 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Third Tuesdays, Jan. 15, Feb. 19, 3:30-5 p.m., except Dec. 18

Sensory Family Movie Night

Little Kids Baby Band Enjoy active musical experiences that develop pre-literacy skills as well as physical and emotional development.

Toddlers are invited to join in December for special holiday music sessions.

Ages 0-18 months

Early Learning Kits Parents and caregivers, support your role as your child’s first teacher by promoting school readiness with these quick and easy kits. Each kit is themed including books, educational toys and an activity guide. With 20 kits to choose from, you can pick up a new kit each week to make learning fun! Backpacks are developmentally appropriate for children age 3 to 7.

Every Tuesday, 10-10:30 a.m., except Dec. 25, Jan. 1

An autism-friendly movie night for families and children with autism and/or sensory challenges. Grades PK-2 Dec. 19: Frozen Jan. 23: The Princess and the Frog Feb. 27: Brave PORT ORCHARD

Wednesdays, 6-8 p.m.

Winter Storytime Series Jan. 6-Mar. 9 Movement, songs, stories and rhymes designed to build letter knowledge, vocabulary and narrative skills.

Meet new friends while giving your kid a jump start. No storytimes on Jan. 21 and Feb. 18. For kids 0-6.

Bainbridge

Little Boston

Poulsbo

Baby Storytime: Every Monday, 11:30 a.m.-noon

Family Storytime: Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Baby Storytime: Every Tuesday, 1-1:30 p.m.

Toddler Storytime: Every Monday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Manchester

Preschool Storytime: Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Family Storytime: Every Tuesday, 10:30-11:15 p.m.

Pajama Storytime: Every Tuesday, 6-7:30 p.m.

Third Saturdays, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, 11-11:45 a.m.

Downtown Bremerton

Port Orchard

Family Storytime: Every Tuesday, 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Baby Storytime: Every Friday, 10-11 a.m.

Kingston Baby Storytime: Every Monday, 1-1:30 p.m.

Toddler Storytime: Every Friday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Family Storytime: Every Monday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Second Saturday, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, 11-11:30 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Every Friday, 11:15 a.m.-noon Preschool Storytime: Every Friday, 12:15-1:15 p.m.

Toddler Storytime: Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Preschool Storytime: Every Tuesday, 10:30-11 a.m.

Bilingual Spanish Storytime: Every Monday, 5:30-6 p.m.

Silverdale

Toddler Storytime: Every Tuesday, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Pajama Storytime: Every Wednesday, 6-6:30 p.m.

Sylvan Way Baby Storytime: Every Wednesday, 10-10:30 a.m.

Toddler Storytime: Every Wednesday, 10:45-11:15 a.m.

Preschool Storytime: Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon Family Storytime: Every Friday, 10:30-11 a.m.

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BAINBRIDGE

KINGSTON

Second Saturdays & Fourth Tuesdays, Dec. 8, Jan 12, Jan. 22, Feb. 26, Feb. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Second Mondays, 10-11 a.m., except Dec. 10

Thursdays, Dec. 13, Jan. 3, Feb. 14, 1-4 p.m.

Third Mondays, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, 10-11:30 a.m., except Dec. 17

Wednesday, Dec. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

POULSBO

DOWNTOWN BREMERTON

Every Tuesday & Thursday, 2-4 p.m.

First Mondays, Jan. 7, Feb. 4, 9:30-11 a.m., except Dec. 3

KINGSTON

SILVERDALE

Saturday, Dec. 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

MANCHESTER

Monday-Saturday, during open hours PORT ORCHARD

Everyday, during open hours POULSBO

Saturday, Jan. 19, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Every Monday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Second Saturdays, Dec. 9, Jan. 12, Feb. 9, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

SILVERDALE

Second Sundays, Dec. 9, Jan. 13, Feb. 10, 1-5 p.m.

SYLVAN WAY

Thursday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

Saturday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Third Thursdays, Jan. 17, 9-10 a.m., except Dec. 20, Feb. 21 SYLVAN WAY

Second Tuesdays, Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12, 6-7 p.m.

Special Event Holiday Wine Tasting and Auction Small plates and wine pours alongside a silent and live auction. Tickets $50.00, all proceeds directly benefit the Manchester Friends of the Library. Ages 21+ MANCHESTER GRILL, 2386 COLCHESTER DR., MANCHESTER

Monday, Dec. 3, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

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By Phone or In-Person: Call or stop by any location for help. Our locations and hours are listed on the chart above.

Make an Appointment: From business to technology questions we are here to help.

Schedule a face-to-face meeting with the person who can help you best.

BookMatch: Can’t decide what to read next? Tell us about a few books you’ve read and enjoyed and we’ll send you a personalized book list.

Photos & Video Recording All events at Kitsap Regional Library are open to the public. Library staff may take photographs or video recordings at Library events for the purpose of promoting Kitsap Regional Library.

Volunteer

KRL.org/volunteer We often need help providing library support and tutoring or assistance with projects and events. Specific volunteer opportunities are available for those with special interests or talents. Visit our website to get your questions answered, view special opportunities and apply today.

Careers

KRL.org/jobs Are you interested in a rewarding career serving your community? The Library offers diverse opportunities for talented professionals from custodians to couriers, graphic designers to groundskeepers, outreach specialists to librarians. Learn more, view open positions and apply online.

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When Registration Is Required Biblioteca Digital KRL.org/classes-events

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Sometimes our classes have space and material limitations. When registration is required, find the event in our online calendar and follow the link or you can call or visit your favorite location.

Registration begins November 15.

Nuestra biblioteca digital siempre está abierta.

Usa tu computadora o tu celular para explorar la enorme selección de música gratuita que puedes descargar, libros electrónicos para disfrutar y revistas para ojear. En nuestra página de investigación podrás aprovechar nuestra colección de recursos en línea, los cuales ofrecen desde el aprendizaje de idiomas, ayuda en línea para hacer la tarea, asistencia para escribir su currículum y hasta la genealogía. Las opciones son virtualmente infinitas.

Música: 5 canciones a la semana Libros electrónicos y audiolibros: Hasta 10 Revistas: Ilimitadas

Board Meetings KRL.org/trustees

The Library Board of Trustees meetings are open to the public at 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 18: Sylvan Way location Jan. 22: Sylvan Way location Feb. 26: Sylvan Way location

info y horas Tu Tarjeta de tu Biblioteca KRL.org/cards

La inspiración inicia aquí. La tarjeta de tu biblioteca te permite sacar artículos en préstamo para llevarlos a casa. Puedes usar tu tarjeta en cualquier de las bibliotecas regionales de Kitsap, en el bookmobile o disfrutar los beneficios de nuestra biblioteca digital en KRL.org.

Aunque no tengas una tarjeta de la biblioteca, puedes disfrutar de cualquiera de nuestras nueve sucursales. Puedes venir a pasar el rato, usar una computadora, leer el periódico o tomar una clase. Aquí se te da la bienvenida.

Todos de cualquier edad que vive trabaja o es dueño de propiedades en Kitsap están invitados a solicitar una tarjeta de biblioteca.

Para obtener tu tarjeta hoy mismo, trae tu identificación y comprobante de residencia o también puedes aplicar en línea.

Tu Cuenta KRL.org

Puedes ver los artículos que has apartado o sacado, hacer cambios en tu cuenta y elegir tus preferencias o pagar multas y cuotas en línea.

También puedes llevar un registro de lo que has leído que te puede ayudar a decidir qué es lo que desearías leer después. Puedes iniciar la sesión en tu cuenta haciendo clic en “My Account” en la parte superior de nuestro sitio web, KRL.org.

Clases y Eventos KRL.org/classes-events Siempre pueden ocurrir cambios. Visita nuestro calendario en línea para obtener información más actualizada sobre clases y eventos y también aprovechar características especiales que te permiten buscar exactamente lo que necesitas. Agrega tus eventos favoritos a Outlook, Google o iCal, recibe recordatorios y actualizaciones sobre eventos o simplemente verifica qué está ocurriendo en tu ubicación favorita.

Privacidad

KRL.org/polícies La biblioteca está abierta para todos.

Tu cuenta no lo está. No revelaremos la información de tu cuenta a nadie y punto.

Si deseas designar a una persona para que recoja artículos para ti, por favor avísanos por anticipado.

Apartados y Solicitudes KRL.org/request

Obtén más cosas que desees. Puedes apartar artículos en cualquier ubicación, en línea o por teléfono. Puedes tener hasta 50 reservaciones de artículos a la vez. Escoge la biblioteca que más te acomode y tu el artículo que apartaste será enviado ahí para que lo pases a recoger. ¿Qué pasa si no tenemos lo que tú deseas?

No hay problema. Dinos qué es lo que estás buscando. Muchas veces, compraremos una copia solamente porque tú lo solicitaste; si no podemos comprarla, trataremos de pedirla prestada de otra biblioteca.

Prestamos

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Puedes quedarte con los artículos por…

1 Semana: DVDs de entretenimiento, y videojuegos

3 Semanas: Libros, libros electrónicos, audiolibros, revistas, DVDs (no ficción y de duración de 4 horas o más).

6 Semanas: Paquetes de libros para grupos de lectura.

Extenciones: Si no hay nadie que esté esperando el artículo que tú sacaste, lo podrás renovar hasta tres veces. Puedes tener hasta 100 artículos prestados a la vez (hay un límite de 10 videojuegos). Inscríbete para recibir notificaciones por correo electrónico o texto para recibir un recordatorio tres días antes de que se venza cada artículo.

Multas y Cuotas KRL.org/borrowing

$25: Un saldo de $25 tendrá que cubrirse para poder continuar disfrutando de los privilegios que ofrece tu tarjeta de la biblioteca.

En 10 días : Se emite la notificación de retraso.

En 21 días: Los artículos que tengan 21 días de retraso se cobrarán a tu cuenta.

Al usar tu tarjeta, tú estás de acuerdo que te harás responsable de todos los materiales que hayas sacado en tu cuenta. Por favor avísanos inmediatamente si tu tarjeta se ha perdido o si ha sido robada. Si estás en una situación particular, ven y habla con nosotros para que juntos trabajemos para encontrar la solución.

Visita nuestro sitio web para ver una lista completa de multas y cuotas.

Alcance a la Comunidad KRL.org/home-delievery

¿No puedes ir a donde nosotros estamos?

Nosotros podemos ayudar. Usa nuestro catalogo para elegir tus materiales o permite que uno de nuestros especialistas te sugiera algunos títulos. Este servicio se ofrece a personas que tienen significativas barreras que no les permiten usar nuestras instalaciones.

Para obtener más información y para solicitar el servicio, llama al (360) 405- 9123 o visita KRL. org/outreach-services.

Entrega a domicilio: Cada mes, se puede hacer una entrega a su casa de libros, audiolibros, CDs y DVDs para aquellas personas que no pueden visitar la biblioteca.

Alguna persona los puede recoger: Un especialista prepara una bolsa con los materiales y una persona que tú elijas podrá recogerlos de tu parte.

Pregúntanos KRL.org/contact

Nos enorgullece ser tu guía a través delmundo de la información que muchas veces tambien es confundiente. Permítenos ayudarte a encontrar lo que necesitas y descubrir precisas y analizadas respuestas a tus preguntas.

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Kingston

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Little Boston

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Manchester

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Port Orchard

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Poulsbo

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Silverdale

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Library Closures: Dec. 24 & 25, (5 p.m. closure Dec. 31,) Jan. 1, Jan. 21, Feb. 18 Correo electrónico: Envíanos tus preguntas y comentarios y recibe una respuesta electrónica de nuestro personal.

Chateo: 24/7 ayuda en vivo en línea de bibliotecarios ubicados alrededor de todo el país.

Por teléfono y en persona: Llama o preséntese a cualquiera de nuestras bibliotecas. Nuestras horas y ubicaciones están indicados en la tabla arriba.

Hazw una cita: Desde preguntas sobre administración de empresas hasta de tecnología estamos aquí para ayudar.

Programa una cita para hablar con la persona más indicada para poderte ayudar.

BookMatch: ¿No puedes decidir qué seguir leyendo? Cuéntanos sobre algunos de los libros que has leído y disfrutado y te enviáremos una lista de libros personalizada.

Fotografías y Grabación de Videos Todos los eventos de las Bibliotecas de Kitsap Regional están abiertos al público. El personal de la biblioteca podría tomar fotografías o vídeo en los eventos que se lleven a cabo en la biblioteca con el propósito de promoverla.

Voluntarios

KRL.org/volunteer Con frequencia necesitamos ayuda para apoyar a la biblioteca y tutoría o asistencia con proyectos y eventos. Específicamente, existen oportunidades para voluntarios para aquellos que tienen intereses especiales o talentos. Visita nuestro sitio web para encontrar respuesta a tus preguntas y ver cuáles son las oportunidades especiales. Aplica hoy mismo.

Carreras

KRL.org/jobs ¿Te interesa una carrera gratificante donde puedas servir a su comunidad? La biblioteca ofrece diversas oportunidades para los

profesionales talentosos, desde conserjes hasta mensajeros, desde diseñadores gráficos hasta encargados de mantenimiento, especialistas de alcance comunitaria y hasta bibliotecarios.

Visita nuestro sitio web para ver los puestos vacantes y para solicitar un trabajo en línea.

¿Cuándo se Requieren Inscripciones?

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A veces nuestras clases tienen un cupo y materiales limitados. Cuando se requiera una inscripción, busca el evento en nuestro calendario en línea y sigue el enlace o puedes llamar o visitar tu ubicación favorita. Las inscripciones inician el 15 de Noviembre.

Reuniones de la Junta Directiva KRL.org/trustees

Las reuniones de la junta directiva de Kitsap Regional Library están abiertas al público.

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Design our next Summer Reading Tracker Create a picture by filling in all the squares using the colors shown (one color per square). All ages are welcome to participate. One entry will be selected and used for the Summer 2019 100-hour Reading Tracker.

Enter as many times as you’d like. Additional design pages available in your favorite branch, or online at KRL.org/summer. All entries must be received by March 1, 2019. By returning this form, you certify that you have not used copyrighted materials and give Kitsap Regional Library the right to reproduce your name and artwork.

Artwork by Ava Banker, our 2018 contest winner

Use these colors:

Name:

Phone:

Age: