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Summer Reading… is almost here!

Beginning June 16 you can “Catch the Reading Bug” and sign up for Summer Reading.
But starting right now you can take a look at the hundreds of programs that will be presented at our 43 branches.

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Programs

Pacific Northwest Climate and You
Presented by the University of Washington Program on Climate Change
Can you anticipate the impacts of Global Warming on your life and how these changes will affect salmon, water, forests and sea levels?

Learn how modelers work to predict the future and what we can expect in the Pacific Northwest as the climate evolves.

Maple Valley Library, Wednesday, May 14, 7pm
Shoreline Library, Thursday, June 5, 7pm

Solving the Climate and Carbon Problem
Presented by the University of Washington Program on Climate Change
What personal changes can you make to limit the amount of carbon in the atmosphere? This program will present information about lifestyle choices, technological developments and politics.

Federal Way Regional Library, Tuesday, June 10, 7pm
Shoreline Library, Thursday, June 19, 7pm

Dining In/Dining Out: How to Eat “Green”
Presented by Seattle Slow Food and the Seattle Chapter of Chefs Collaborative
Discover ways to eat food that is healthier for you and better for the environment, whether cooking at home or dining out.

Bellevue Regional Library, Monday, June 2, 7pm
Duvall Library, Wednesday, June 4, 7pm
Snoqualmie Library, Monday, June 16, 7pm
Fairwood Library, Monday, June 23, 7pm

Organic and Sustainable Foods: Better for Us and Our Planet!
Presented by Goldie Caughlan, Nutrition Education Manager, PCC Natural Markets
Today’s dominant global/industrialized food and agriculture system poses serious safety risks to our health and to the earth. Learn about farmers who are using more sustainable methods for growing food and details about important nutrition research.

Covington Library, Saturday, April 26, 11am
Richmond Beach Library, Thursday, May 15, 7pm
Newport Way Library, Saturday, May 17, 2pm
Redmond Regional Library, Thursday, May 22, 7pm
Kirkland Library, Saturday, May 31, 2pm
Federal Way Regional Library, Wednesday, April 30, 7pm
Des Moines Library, Tuesday, May 13, 7pm
Carnation Library, Tuesday, June 10, 6pm, program at the Carnation Farmers Market
Skykomish Library, Thursday, June 12, 5:30pm
Algona-Pacific Library, Tuesday, June 24, 7pm
Skyway Library, Wednesday, June 25, 1pm
Fall City Library, Monday, June 30, 7pm

Community Supported Agriculture
Presented by Eric Haakenson
Do you know what CSA is and why it’s not only good for your health, but for the economic life of your community? Meet the owner of Jubilee Biodynamic Farm in Carnation and learn how you can support local, sustainable agriculture in King County.

Bellevue Regional Library, Monday, May 19, 7pm
North Bend Library, Thursday, May 22, 7pm
Redmond Regional Library, Thursday, May 29, 7pm
Woodinville Library, Wednesday, June 11, 7pm

Green Building and Remodeling Options
Presented by Brian Allen from the Appropriate Technology Group
Learn about green building and remodeling options for King County residents, including building and design technologies, regulatory and code issues, financial incentives, case studies, government and organizational resources, and sources for more information.

Federal Way Regional, Tuesday, May 13, 7pm
Newport Way Library, Saturday, May 31, 11am, sponsored by the Newport Way Library Association

Meet the Photographer – Steven Kazlowski The Last Polar Bear
Thursday, June 5, 7pm, Redmond Regional Library

Scientists agree that by the end of the century the polar bear will be the first mammal threatened with extinction due to climate change. The Last Polar Bear is the first book to fully document that story. The fate of these beautiful wild animals is a wake-up call – compelling us to act now to stem global warming. Through wildlife photographer Steven Kazlowski’s unparalleled imagery, the most critical environmental issue of our time is brought to life.

* Books will be available for purchase and a book signing will follow the program.

Renewable Energy Technologies for your Home or Business
Presented by Brian Allen from the Appropriate Technology Group
What kinds of renewable energy options are currently available for King County residents in the areas of solar, wind, geothermal, and biofuels? This program will include a basic description of major technologies, siting, design, and implementation, regulatory and code issues and financial incentives, case studies, government and organizational resources and sources for more information.

Fairwood Library, Tuesday, June 10, 7pm

Three-in-One Program including: Green Building and Remodeling Options,
 Renewable Energy Technologies for your Home or Business, and Rainwater & Graywater Systems for your Home or Business
Presented by Brian Allen from the Appropriate Technology Group

Carnation Library, Tuesday, June 3, 6pm, program at the Carnation Farmers Market, sponsored by the Friends of the Carnation Library

Garden Art from Found Objects, Salvage and Really Good Junk
Presented by Beth Evans-Ramos from the Salvage Studio
You’ve heard about how to reduce, reuse and recycle, but have you heard of “repurposing”? Learn secrets and practical tips for reinventing found objects. Discover the satisfaction of finding something discarded and turning it into a whimsical piece of garden art. The Salvage Studio is devoted to rescuing abandoned, forgotten or discarded items and finding a new or better purpose for these castoffs.

Kirkland Library, Monday, May 19, 7pm
Newport Way Library, Tuesday, June 3, 7pm
Kent Regional Library, Wednesday, June 11, 12:30pm
Carnation Library, Tuesday, June 17, 6pm, program at the Carnation Farmers Market
Vashon Library, Sunday, July 20, 1pm

Meet the Author: Marc Vassallo
The author of The Barefoot Home and coauthor of Inside the Not So Big House explores design trends that are shaping the way we live in our homes.  His program will include topics such as: The New Informality, Home as Haven, Design for the Way We Really Live, The Softer Side of Modern, Sustainability, as well as trends such as New Urbanism and The Not So Big House. His focus is the Not So Big philosophy of building better not bigger.

Covington Library, Thursday, June 5, 7pm

Biofuels: A Growing Economy
Presented by Alan Richrod
We are running out of petroleum, but the need for energy sources is growing.  What about sources that can be replenished? Learn about current alternative, sustainable fuels such as alcohol and biodiesel. You’ll find out what the challenges are and what you can do about some of them. Yes, do try this at home.

North Bend Library, Tuesday, June 24, 7pm

What is Permaculture?
Presented by Julianne Jaz
The basis of permaculture is to design environments to become more self-sufficient and to reduce human consumption. It is a holistic approach to creating a household that supports natural ecosystems.

Carnation Library, Tuesday, June 24, 6pm, program held at Carnation Farmer’s Market
Vashon Library, Sunday, June 29, 2pm

Books & Resources

Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life
By Barbara Kingsolver

Apollo’s Fire: Igniting America’s Clean Energy Economy
By Jay Inslee and Bracken Hendricks

Wake Up and Smell the Planet: The Non-Pompous, Non-Preachy Grist Guide to Greening Your Day
Edited by Brangien Davis with Katherine Wroth

Biodiesel: Growing a New Energy Economy
By Greg Pahl

Building Green: A Complete How-To Guide to Alternative Building Methods: Earth, Plaster, Straw Bale, Cordwood, Cob, Living Roofs
By Clarke Snell and Tim Callahan

Deep Economy: The Wealth of Communities and the Durable Future
By Bill McKibben

Gaia’s Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture
By Toby Hemenway

In Defense of Food: An Eater’s Manifesto
By Michael Pollan

The Not So Big House
By Sarah Susanka & Marc Vassallo

Recycle! Make Your Own Eco-Friendly and Creative Designs–Over 60 Projects for Your Home and Garden
By Moira Hankinson and Nicholas Hankinson