Book Discussions
Kingston Book Group
Discuss “Lost City of the Monkey God” by Douglas J. Preston. Ages 21+ First Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 10-11:30 a.m. In-person | Village Green Community Center
Little Boston Book Group
Discuss “This is Happiness” by Niall Williams. First Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 10-11:30 a.m. Virtual & In-person | Little Boston
Sylvan
Way Book Group
Discuss “Nothing to See Here” by Kevin Wilson. Registration required. Second Saturdays, Dec. 10, 10-11 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way, Heninger Room
Poulsbo Book Group
Discuss “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson. Second Tuesdays, Dec. 13, 3-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Manchester Book Group
Discuss “Manhattan Beach” by Jennifer Egan. Third Mondays, Dec. 19, 6-7 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Port Orchard Book Group
This month is a book potluck! Bring your favorite books to discuss. Third Tuesdays, Dec. 20, 6-7 p.m. Virtual & In-person | Port Orchard
Sylvan Way Nonfiction Book Group
Share your favorite nonfiction book that you’ve read this year. Ages 21+ Third Tuesdays, Dec. 20, 10-11 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Adults
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Peninsula Community Health Service’s Mobile Medical Clinic
Get help with insurance enrollment and community resources. Address health concerns and connect with specialists in the mobile medical clinic.
Second Wednesdays, Dec. 14, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Third Wednesdays, Dec. 21, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Fourth Wednesdays, Dec. 28, 1-4 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Silverdale Book Group
Discuss “The Beekeeper of Aleppo” by Christy Lefteri. Third Wednesdays, Dec. 21, 1-2 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Sylvan Way Best Seller Book Group
Discuss “The Sixth Extinction” by Elizabeth Kolbert. Fourth Mondays, Dec. 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual | Sylvan Way
Teens
Teen Space
Play games, make crafts, create art or hang out with friends. Snacks provided. Grades 7-12 Every Monday, 2-4 p.m., except Dec. 19, Dec. 26 In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Wednesday, 2:30-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 21, Dec. 28 In-person | Poulsbo
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Prepare your dice to delve into the mysteries of the frozen north with “Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden.” Connect on the event page for more details. Grades 6-12 Every Tuesday, 3:30-5:15 p.m., except Dec. 27 Virtual | Poulsbo
Teen Advisory Board
Help shape the Library. Express your interests, develop leadership skills, help plan and implement special events and earn volunteer credit for school. Grades 7-12
First Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Virtual & In-person | Port Orchard
Grades 6-12
First Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 2:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Teen Crafternoon
Get a jump on your holiday gifting with an afternoon of winter-themed crafts and hot chocolate. All supplies provided. Thursday, Dec. 8, 3:30-5 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
Dungeons & Dragons Meetup
Join fellow gamers for this tabletop role-playing game meet-up with gaming supplies and a place to roll dice. Bring on epic storytelling! Grades 6-12 Second Tuesdays, Dec. 13, 4:30-6:30 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Life is Ruff: Therapy Dog Visit
Decompress from end-of-semester anxiety with a visit from therapy dogs. In partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest. Grades 7-12 Thursday, Dec. 15, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
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Friends of the Library groups raise money to support their local branch through fundraising with book sales and special events. If you love your Library and are looking for a way to get involved, consider joining a Friends group.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Buy books, movies and music.
Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. In-person | Village Green Community Center
Every Monday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Second Saturdays, Dec. 10, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Western Washington Center for the Arts Holiday Special: A Musical Review Fundraiser
Get ready for your favorite holiday tunes to take the stage! Participate in a gift basket silent auction, raise the paddle donations at intermission, or enjoy the wine available for purchase. All proceeds go toward supporting the Library’s Summer Learning program. A Port Orchard Friends of the Library fundraiser.
Adult tickets: $25 Children under 12 tickets: $15
Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Port Orchard branch. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, 6:30-9:30 p.m. In-person | Western Washington Center for the Arts, 521 Bay St., Port Orchard
Kids
Read to a Dog
Gain confidence reading out loud to friendly therapy dogs. Grades K-5 Every Other Thursday, Dec. 1, 15, 3:30-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 29 In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Other Thursday, Dec. 8, 3:30-4:30 p.m., except Dec. 22 In-person | Sylvan Way
Family Game Day
Play a card or board game with the whole family! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
First Saturdays, Dec. 3, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Festival of Chimes & Lights
Drop in for holiday crafts, cookies and good cheer. Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
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Jeff Evans Holiday Magic Show
Enjoy a special holiday magic show during the Chimes & Lights Festival. Saturday, Dec. 3, 2-2:45 p.m. In-person | Port Orchard
LEGO Builders: Holiday Special Work together to meet two different holiday-themed LEGO challenges that tie in with a great book. Grades K-5 Tuesday, Dec. 6, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Take & Make Kits: Ribbon Tree
Crafts on the go! Pick up a kit that contains everything you need to make a ribbon tree.
Saturday, Dec. 3, Monday, Dec. 5, Tuesday, Dec. 6 & Wednesday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. In-person | Kingston
Afternoon Gaming
Play with our Infinity Games table, board game collections or other gaming consoles! Grades K-5 Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2-3 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
LEGO Club
Build a creation to meet a weekly LEGO challenge! All materials provided. Grades K-5
First Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Downtown Bremerton
Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2-3 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Seasonal Greeting Cards
Make heartfelt cards to send season’s greetings to loved ones. Space and supplies are limited to first 25 participants. Ages 4-8 Wednesdays, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Silverdale
Afternoon Arts: Pony Bead Gifts
Create a pony bead ornament or holiday-patterned zipper pull gift. Thursday, Dec. 8, 4-5 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Celebrate Winter Holidays at Port Gamble
Visit Santa’s Workshop at the Walker-Ames House during Port Gamble’s Country Christmas celebration. Saturday, Dec. 10, 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. & Sunday, Dec. 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. In-person | 2-98 N. Rainier Ave., Port Gamble
Winter
Scene Creations
Makers of all build-abilities create three-dimensional seasonal decorations. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-noon In-person | Silverdale
Builders’ Club
Build up and take down structures using LEGOs and wooden blocks. Materials will be provided. Grades K-5 Wednesday, Dec. 14, 3:30-4:30 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
registration is required or your event is virtual,
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When
visit KRL.org/events.
Book Making Afternoon
Make a journal or a card for yourself or someone else.
Friday, Dec. 16, 3:45-4:30 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Holiday
Movie Crafts for Kids
Love holiday movies? Try these holiday movie-inspired crafts. Saturday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m.-noon In-person | Little Boston
Family Movie Marathon
Enjoy a marathon of fan-favorite, family-friendly movies. Monday, Dec. 19, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. In-person | Kingston
“Elf” Interactive Movie Experience
Sing, shout, play and snack with “Elf” rated PG. Materials and space are limited, first come, first served. Grades 4-8 Thursday, Dec. 22, 2-4 p.m. In-person | Manchester
Little Kids
Early Learning Playtime
Explore various STEM stations that stimulate children’s senses and minds. Ages 3-5 years Thursday, Dec. 1, 10:30-11:15 a.m. In-person | Kingston
Baby Band: Jingles
Enjoy musical experiences featuring holiday tunes and rhymes. Tuesday, Dec. 6, 9:30-10 a.m. In-person | Manchester
Frosty Friends Winter Tunes
Try a seasonal storytime alternative. Participation is limited to the first 20 participants. Ages 0-5 years Tuesdays, Dec. 6, 13, 10-10:30 a.m. & 10:45-11:15 a.m. In-person | Silverdale
Literacy Playroom
Learn through play designed to stimulate children’s natural curiosity. Ages 3-5 years Every Thursday, 11-11:30 a.m., except Dec. 22, Dec. 29 In-person | Little Boston
Play & Learn
Play away with special early learning activities. Ages 0-5 years Friday, Dec. 9, 10:30-11:30 a.m. In-person | Poulsbo
Parachute Party
Shake and move the giant parachute while you dance and groove with silly kids’ music. Ages 3-5 years Thursday, Dec. 15, 10:30-11 a.m. In-person | Kingston
Explore Your Health using Proquest Consumer Health Database
Open enrollment for healthcare is happening now! Dive into information on health and medicine with this comprehensive database, complete with medical journals and articles ranging from women’s health to dentistry. Get started at KRL.org/research.
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Noon Year’s Eve Celebration
Join us for a family-friendly new year celebration with songs, rhymes and a dance party as we countdown to noon. Ages 0-5 years Saturday, Dec. 31, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
Grades PK-2
Saturday, Dec. 31, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Storytimes
Stories, songs, rhymes and full-body movement designed to build early literacy skills and encourage social and emotional development.
Family Storytime
Bundle up for indoor and outdoor fun. Ages 0-5 years
Every Monday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Dec. 19, Dec. 26 In-person | Kingston
Ages 0-5 years
Every Thursday, 11:30 a.m.-noon, except Dec. 22, Dec. 29 In-person | Little Boston
Baby Storytime
For babies 0-18 months. Every Monday, 1-1:30 p.m., except Dec. 19, Dec. 26 In-person | Kingston
Every Wednesday, 10-10:45 a.m., except Dec. 21, Dec. 28 In-person | Sylvan Way
Preschool Storytime
Every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m.-noon, except Dec. 14, Dec. 21, Dec. 28 In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Friday, 10-10:30 a.m., except Dec. 23, Dec. 30 In-person | Sylvan Way
Toddler Storytime
Every Wednesday, 10:30-11 a.m., except Dec. 14, Dec. 21, Dec. 28 In-person | Bainbridge Island
Every Friday, 10-10:30 a.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
’Tis
the Season: Preschool Storytime
Joyful holiday-themed stories, songs and rhymes from around the world. A craft will follow. Thursday, Dec. 8, 10:15-11 a.m. In-person | Manchester
Pajama Storytime
A special sleepy storytime. Bring a stuffy and wear your pajamas! Ages 0-5 years Tuesday, Dec. 13, 5:30-6 p.m. In-person | Bainbridge Island
Ages 0-5 years Tuesday, Dec. 13, 5:30-6 p.m. In-person | Sylvan Way
Storytime with Service Dogs
Visit our favorite therapy canines. Ages 0-5 years Friday, Dec. 16, 11:15 a.m.-noon In-person | Port Orchard
Solstice Storytime
Explore the science of the seasons through stories, hands-on activities and illuminated crafts. Grades PK-2 Wednesday, Dec. 21, 5:30-6 p.m. In-person | Silverdale
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location & hours
Library closed Saturday, Dec. 24 and Monday, Dec. 26.
We’ve updated our hours.
Bainbridge (206) 451-5050
1270 Madison Ave. N, 98110
Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Downtown Bremerton (360) 447-5420
612 5th St., 98337 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2
Kingston (360) 860-5070
26159 Dulay Rd. NE, 98346 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Little Boston (360) 860-5080
31980 Little Boston Rd. NE, 98346 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2
Manchester (360) 447-5430
8067 E Main St., Port Orchard, 98366 Mon.-Thu., 10-6 | Fri., 10-5 | Sat., 10-2
Port Orchard (360) 447-5440
87 Sidney Ave., 98366
Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Poulsbo (360) 447-5450
700 NE Lincoln Rd., 98370
Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Silverdale (360) 447-5470
3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd., Suite 101, 98383
Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Sylvan Way (360) 447-5480
1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, 98310
Mon., 10-6 | Tues., Wed., 10-7 | Thu., 10-6 | Fri., Sat., 10-5
Mobile Services (360) 447-5505
Offering services for individuals who have challenges visiting our library branches, Mobile Services delivers library materials to those that qualify. Learn more at KRL.org/mobileservices.
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