Every spring, King County Library System presents its annual report to the Board of Trustees. Our “Year in Review” is a compilation of stories, statistics, and patron feedback that provides a glimpse of the wide array of programs, services, and resources that KCLS offers, and demonstrates the impact to our communities to ensure transparency and…
Once Upon a Time: Fairy Tales for Adults
By Rachel WFebruary 16, 2018
Let’s face it, being a grown-up isn’t always so much fun. With work, bills, long commutes, and chores, some days I can’t help but dream of returning to the carefree days of childhood. Luckily, books have a special kind of magic that can take us anywhere, anytime. So, if you need to escape into a…
Lesser Known Love Stories
By JennaFebruary 14, 2018
Today is the day for confessions of the heart and friends, I have a confession. I can't hold it in any longer. I, Jenna the librarian, am a romance reader. I love them - from the meet-cutes to the marriages of convenience, from the sweet first kiss to the steamier scenes, from the misunderstandings to…
Rock On at Your Library
By JennaFebruary 12, 2018
If you've explored trails and parks here in Western Washington, chances are you may have seen some colorful rocks dotting the landscape. Whether they feature children's book superstars or a simple word or phrase, rock painting, hiding, and hunting is a new fad that's taken off. This all reportedly began when a Massachusetts woman left a rock…
5 Craft Books for Book Lovers
By Rachel WFebruary 1, 2018
Breathe new life into old books by transforming them into beautiful art with book-themed craft books from your library.
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