Visit the Hood River Library District throughout March and April to participate in the annual Hood River Reads program sponsored by the Friends of the Hood River Library.
Pick up a copy of the 2020 Hood River Reads selection, “The Highest Tide” by Jim Lynch, starting on Saturday, March 7 at 2 p.m. The annual kickoff will feature book distribution, art, a reading by Dick Withers and refreshments.
Patrons of the Cascade Locks and Parkdale Libraries can pick up books starting on March 10 at 3 p.m.
The library will host programs including a book club, a discussion on climate in the Gorge, a community tree planting and an art activity for families, among others. This year’s program will culminate in a writing workshop and public presentation by Lynch.
Schedule is as follows:
Saturday, March 7, 2-3:30 p.m.; kick off the Hood River Library Reading Room. Book distribution, art, reading by Dick Withers, videos, refreshments.
Tuesday, March 10, 3-7 p.m.; kick off at the Parkdale and Cascade Locks library branches. Book distribution.
Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m.; Hood River Library Makerspace. For all ages: “Hood River’s Giant Squid.”
Thursday, March 26, 6:30 p.m.; Hood River Library Meeting Room. “Powered by Science: from Rachel Carson to Greta Thunberg.” Movie and discussion with Dr. Antonio Baptista.
Thursday, April 2, 6:30-8 p.m.; Hood River Library Meeting Room. Hood River Library Book Club: “The Highest Tide.”
Wednesday, April 4, 2 p.m.; Hood River Library Reading Room. “Warming of the Gorge and the Impact on Mountains, Mammals, and Humans,” with Bill Weiler and Darryl Lloyd.
Saturday, April 11, 10 a.m. to noon; Barrett Park. For all ages: “Earth Month Tree Planting” with Bill Weiler. Bring shovel and gloves. For parking, see the library’s website, hoodriverlibrary.org.
Saturday, April 18, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Hood River Library Meeting Room. Writing Workshop with author Jim Lynch. Reservations start March 7. Email info@hoodriverlibrary.org, call 541-386-2535 or visit the library to register.
Sunday, April 19, 2 p.m.; Hood River Library Reading Room. Public presentation by author Jim Lynch.
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