Wishing You A Happy New Year!
But before we head into 2022, we wanted to share with you a few of our favorite books we read in 2021. Next time you stop by your local library, we would love to hear about your favorite read this…
‘Tis the Season to be Reading…Here are Some Recommendations for You!
Santa Cruise by Fern Michaels Join high school friends Amy, Frankie, Rachel, and Nina as they meet up on a singles cruise for the holidays! Their trip is sure to be filled with laughter and reminiscing as these four strong,…
Winter Reading Challenge
Reading is SNOW much fun! Enjoy the winter weather by cozying up with a good book and these winter-themed activities. All ages are encouraged to earn 5 badges to complete winter reading - your choice of reading, activities, or a…
Free Mail-in COVID Test Kits Available at All Library Branches
Are visiting or inviting friends and family for the holidays? Contact your library for a free COVID mail-in test available via curbside pickup.People can pick up mail-in test kits at any of our 14 library branches, while supplies last. For…
Whitman Heritage Holiday Scan Day at The Center
Children visiting Santa Claus, Colfax, Washington, 1956, from the private collection of Marcia Wassem Whitman Heritage Digital Collections, a project of Whitman County Library is holding a special holiday scanning event in The Center on Thursday, December 9, from 1:00-4:00…
Festival of Trees and Winterfest at the Colfax Library
The community is invited to tour The Festival of Trees on display at The Center adjacent to the Colfax Library December 1-28. The beautiful, colorful, creative display of 20 trees from Colfax Chamber, Route 26, Whitman County Sheriff’s Posse, Colfax…
2022 Landmarks of the Past Calendars
The Landmarks of the Past of Whitman County 2022 calendars are now on sale featuring regional historical backdrops from a variety of local photographers. The calendars are just $11 and available at any branch of Whitman County Library, Tick Klock…
Colfax Library Listed in the National Register of Historic Places
The Whitman County Library building, a Main Street fixture in downtown Colfax, has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places, where it joins other properties such as the Perkins House and the Colfax Post Office. As a public…
Annual Palouse Turkey Leg
Mark your calendars everyone, because it’s almost time for the sweetest event of the season! On Thursday, November 25 at 8 a.m. the Annual Palouse Turkey Leg will officially be back and, with it, your opportunity to walk (or run)…
Holiday Recipe Exchange at Colfax, Oakesdale & Tekoa Libraries
Share one of the best parts of the holiday season by exchanging a favorite recipe or two with other community members at the Colfax, Oakesdale and Tekoa branches of Whitman County Library. The recipe exchange began in November and continues…