Cascade Park Community Library

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años.

Introduce your baby to words and reading with books, songs, and play for babies and their parents or caregivers.

For 0–18 months

Inicie a su bebé en las palabras y la lectura con libros, canciones y juegos para bebés y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para bebés: de 0 a 18 meses

Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more.

Are you a teen? Do you have ideas for the library? Then come boss us around! We need your help to make sure the stuff we're doing at the library is stuff you actually want. Earn volunteer hours, eat snacks and meet other teens.

For ages 13–19

Practice speaking Englishin a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in English and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.

For 18 months–36 months

Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.

Cuentos para niños pequeños: de 18 a 36 meses

Join us for open game play of Magic the Gathering. Decks will be provided, or bring your own.

Cards are provided through a generous donation from the non-profit magikids.org.

Build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.

For ages 5–9

Practice speaking Spanish in a group setting, led by a Spanish-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in Spanish and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these Language Learning Resources, free with your library card!

Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more.

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and more for preschoolers and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 3–5

Disfrute de cuentos, canciones, actividades y mucho más para preescolares y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para preescolares: de 3 a 5 años

Join us for a Death Café—an open, group-directed conversation about death with no set agenda or themes. This is a space for thoughtful discussion, not a grief support or counseling session. Together, we’ll explore ideas and questions about death and dying in a respectful, welcoming environment.

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años.

Drop in to enjoy a variety of board games. Play an old favorite, or learn something new!

Introduce your baby to words and reading with books, songs, and play for babies and their parents or caregivers.

For 0–18 months

Inicie a su bebé en las palabras y la lectura con libros, canciones y juegos para bebés y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para bebés: de 0 a 18 meses

Practice speaking Englishin a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in English and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

Come and play with TINKERCAD®! Learn the basics of this free, web-based 3D design software and start creating your own objects for 3D printing.

Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.

For 18 months–36 months

Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.

Cuentos para niños pequeños: de 18 a 36 meses

Bring your petite Picasso and join us for some art fun as we engage baby's senses with different art projects.

Join us for open game play of Magic the Gathering. Decks will be provided, or bring your own.

Cards are provided through a generous donation from the non-profit magikids.org.

Do you like reading? Do you like talking about books? Join our book group for friendly discussions.

This month we are discussing Invisible by Christina Diaz Gonzalez.

For ages 9–12

Limited copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the library.

Practice speaking Spanish in a group setting, led by a Spanish-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in Spanish and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these Language Learning Resources, free with your library card!

Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more.

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

Join us for a lively discussion about this month’s title, We All Live Here.

For adults 18+

Limited copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the library.

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and more for preschoolers and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 3–5

Disfrute de cuentos, canciones, actividades y mucho más para preescolares y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para preescolares: de 3 a 5 años

Join us for open game play of chess.

For all ages

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años

11/7 from 2:30-4pm at Vancouver Community Library

Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur trivia and crafts! Play solo or as part of a team. Test your knowledge and win bragging rights!

11/14 from 2-4pm at Cascade Park Community Library

Celebrate all things Dino. It will be a rawring good time!

11/21 from 3-4pm at Three Creeks Community Library

Bring the whole family to celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur crafts and activities!

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años.

Don't toss it—craft it! Upcycle your way to a stunning, one-of-a-kind creation, using everyday repurposed items.

For ages 18+

Introduce your baby to words and reading with books, songs, and play for babies and their parents or caregivers.

For 0–18 months

Inicie a su bebé en las palabras y la lectura con libros, canciones y juegos para bebés y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para bebés: de 0 a 18 meses

Practice speaking Englishin a group setting, led by an English-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in English and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these resources, free with your library card! Language Learning Resources

Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.

For 18 months–36 months

Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.

Cuentos para niños pequeños: de 18 a 36 meses

Join us for a lively discussion about this month’s title, We All Live Here.

For adults 18+

Limited copies are available on a first-come, first-served basis at the library.

Join us to learn the skills necessary to become certified to use the library's Lulzbot® Mini 3D printer. Get hands on training with the basic mechanics of operating and troubleshooting the machine. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

For ages 9+

Art Share, hosted by the Society of Washington Artists, welcomes you to join us monthly for discussions with fellow artists. We encourage you to bring 1–2 pieces of your art to share your inspirations, techniques and creative process.

Join us for open game play of Magic the Gathering. Decks will be provided, or bring your own.

Cards are provided through a generous donation from the non-profit magikids.org.

Build reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog.

For ages 5–9

Drop in for creative and interactive projects. Use your imagination, stretch your creativity or practice a new artistic skill. This month, we’ll create fun art projects inspired by famous artists and their unique styles.

Practice speaking Spanish in a group setting, led by a Spanish-speaking volunteer.

For adults 18+

To participate in Conversation Circles, you should have enough command of the language to be able to:

• Introduce yourself
• Discuss topics related to your life
• Express ideas and ask simple questions
• Follow discussions on a variety of topics
• Confidently participate in the discussion

You do not need to converse completely error-free in Spanish and you may have some gaps in your vocabulary. Conversation Circles are not formal language classes.

Need help getting started or building your skills? Check out these Language Learning Resources, free with your library card!

Bring your device and your questions to meet with a staff member to get basic tech help and find answers to your questions about your mobile device, e-reader, websites, and more.

Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 0–5

Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Para niños de 0 a 5 años

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and more for preschoolers and their parents or caregivers.

For ages 3–5

Disfrute de cuentos, canciones, actividades y mucho más para preescolares y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.

Cuentos para preescolares: de 3 a 5 años

Join us to work on healthy posture, focus, and nervous system balance, all especially important in our screen-filled world. Through game oriented kinetic movement, simple yoga-inspired poses, playful breathwork, and gentle somatic motions, children will build body awareness, emotional regulation, and confidence.