Community Seed Share & Garden Fair

Sunday, March 15^th, 2020 from 1-4 pm

You are invited to the library for an exciting free event- the Community Seed Share & Garden Fair on Sunday, March 15^th from 1-4 pm! The event will begin with a free Seed Germination Workshop at 1 pm followed by time for seed sharing. We have lots of seeds to give away, but if you have saved seeds to share, you are welcome to bring them. Local experts will be available for your questions and to give you advice on what to plant at home this spring. There will also be gardening and seed-related activities for children, so the whole family can get involved. You will leave with plenty of information and seeds to get you started! Our full line-up of spring gardening programs will be announced soon!

Noche de información del colegio- Skagit Valley College

Miercoles el 18 de marzo, 2020 6-7 pm

Skagit Valley College estará aquí en la biblioteca de Mount Vernon para un noche de información del colegio. Acompáñanos a una sesión informativa gratis para conocer las oportunidades educativas que ofrece Skagit Valley College (SVC). ¡La información provista incluirá tipos de títulos y certificados, programas de doble crédito, opciones de financiación y cómo comenzar! Se recomienda registrarse en:  www.skagit.edu/college-info-night. Para otras fechas, horarios, lugares o más información contacte Skagit Valley College a: outreach@skagit.edu (360) 416-7845 

MVCL Book Discussion

Thursday, March 12^th from 12:30-2:00 pm

The Thursday Afternoon Book Club will be discussing Dogtripping: 25 rescues, 11 volunteers, and 3 RVs on our canine cross-country adventure by David Rosenfelt. Read the book of the month and join us for a great literary discussion on the second Thursday of every month from 12:30 to 2:00 pm.

Paw Party with the Humane Society of Skagit Valley

Saturday, March 21^st from 11 am-2 pm

Adoptable pets from the Humane Society of Skagit Valley will be at the library for a special meet & greet event! Come meet some furry friends, donate to our pet drive, join us for pet-related crafts, and even apply to adopt one of the many pets available through the Skagit Humane Society at the Mount Vernon City Library. It's a purr-fect way to spend your Saturday.
Volunteers and adoptable pets from HSSV will be in a viewing area in the Library’s Conference Room. A limited number of patrons will visit the adoptable pets in 20-minute increments. To reserve a time slot, visit the library or call (360) 336-6209.
The library will also be collecting item donations for HSSV starting on March 1^st and ending on the day of the event. HSSV most commonly needs: Canned or Dry food for cats and dogs of all ages, Dog Collars and Leashes, Fleece Cat Beds, Kitten Formula, and Dog Toys. For a full list of the items we are collecting, please visit the library or call (360) 336-6209.

Books N’ Brews at Skagit River Brewery

Wednesday, March 25^th from 6-8 pm

The Skagit River Brewery and Mount Vernon City Library bring you a new book club that is dedicated to reading local & supporting local! All ages are welcome. We will be meeting on the last Wednesday of each month to discuss books by Washington State authors from many different genres. Participants 21+ will get a discounted price on select brews during book club meetings.
The March Book Selection: The Gift by Nicola Pearson.*
*There will be a special appearance by Nicola Pearson at the end of the March Books N’ Brews meeting!

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Ozobots

Saturday, March 7 from 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday, March18 from 3:30 - 5 p.m.

Recommended for ages 6+

March 9 - March 14

All Ages
Join other kids in Skagit County at free events as we celebrate author Barney Saltzberg and his newest book One of These Is Not Like the Others:
 


One of These Is Not Like the Others Storytime with author Barney Saltzberg

Burlington Public Library
Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m.

 
A Beautiful Oops Evening

Children's Museum of Skagit County
Friday, March 13 from 6 - 8 p.m.

Crazy Hair Day Music, Readings, & Activities

Children's Museum of Skagit County
Saturday, March 14 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Paw Party with the Humane Society of Skagit Valley

Saturday, March 21st from 11 am-2 pm

Adoptable pets from the Humane Society of Skagit Valley will be at the library for a special meet & greet event! Come meet some furry friends, donate to our pet drive, join us for pet-related crafts, and even apply to adopt one of the many pets available through the Skagit Humane Society at the Mount Vernon City Library. It's a purr-fect way to spend your Saturday.
Volunteers and adoptable pets from HSSV will be in a viewing area in the Library’s Conference Room. A limited number of patrons will visit the adoptable pets in 20-minute increments. To reserve a time slot, visit the library or call (360) 336-6209.
The library will also be collecting item donations for HSSV starting on March 1st and ending on the day of the event. HSSV most commonly needs: Canned or Dry food for cats and dogs of all ages, Dog Collars and Leashes, Fleece Cat Beds, Kitten Formula, and Dog Toys. For a full list of the items we are collecting, please visit the library or call (360) 336-6209.

Teen Virtual Reality

Friday, March 13 & Friday, March 27 2 - 4 p.m.
Grades 6 - 12

Drop-in and try out our Oculus Go and Oculus Rift VR headsets. Slash the beats of adrenaline pumping music in Beat Saber, step into a galaxy far, far away and experience Star Wars with Vader Immortal, ride and race roller coasters in Epic Roller Coasters, and more!