Library News
November 2009
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November Holidays and Closures
Renton City Hall and most services, such as the Renton Community Center, the libraries, and neighborhood centers, will be closed Wednesday, November 11 for Veterans Day. They will be closed again on 
Wednesday, November 25 for a furlough day to help balance the city budget and on Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday. Normal operating hours will resume on Saturday, November 28 if the building has Saturday hours, otherwise, they will resume on Monday, November 30. Happy Thanksgiving Renton!
Library Annexation Frequently Asked Questions
Earlier this year, the City conducted an informal survey to find out how Renton residents feel about the future of library services in the community. The information from the survey was used to create this new web page which contains people's frequently asked questions about the future of libraries in Renton and the answers to the same. On the February 9, 2010 ballot, Renton residents will be asked to decide whether they want the Renton Public Library to remain an independent city run organization or annex to the King County Library System. The information provided on this page will help people make an informed decision for the vote.
Storytime Cycle comes to an End
Renton's popular storytime program will end its 2009 cycle with the Wednesday, November 18 event at the main library. There will be a Special Holiday Storytime on Monday evening, December 7th at 7:00 p.m. when we host the “Holiday Pajam-boree!” storytime. Please feel free to wear your special jammies for the occasion. Storytimes will resume in January 2010.
RTC Community Bookshelf
Renton Technical College students and their families can now borrow books from our Community Book Shelf, located in the RTC Library. Books on the shelf, which are mostly children's books, are there to help busy students find the time to read to and share books with their families, just for fun! Anyone may borrow up to 2 books at a time and return them to either the RTC Library or a branch of the Renton Public Library. If you have questions or would like to donate some gently used children's books to the project, please contact the Outreach Librarian by email or at 425-430-6835.
Family Game Days
Saturday, November 7, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. - Main Branch
Bring the whole family to the Renton Main Branch on the first Saturday of the month to enjoy Playstation 2 and board games at the library. Believe it or not, research shows that gaming can be a very powerful tool for literacy and learning. It’s also a great way to spend quality time with the family. So drop into the Children’s area on the following Saturdays from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
Computer tutoring @ the Library
Monday, November 9, 5-7 p.m. - Main Branch
Are you a new computer user? Get free, personal, one-on-one help with things like: setting up your first email account, surfing the Internet, applying for a job online, writing a resumé or other basic computer skills. Advance registration is REQUIRED and can be done in person, by email, or by calling the Information Desk at 425-430-6824.
Baby Time
Fridays, October 2 to November 20, 10:00AM - Main Branch
For babies 0-24 months and their grown-ups. Bring your little one to the library! It’s a Story Time for babies with board books, puppets, songs, rhymes, and playtime!
Get Back, Farmer Mac!
Thursday, November 12, 4:00 p.m. - Highlands Public Library
Thursday, November 12, 7:00 p.m. - Main Library
Join musician and poet Eric Ode and his crabby friend Scratch the Cat on one wacky farm, where the cows climb trees and the chickens lay scrambled eggs. Free family fun for all ages.
Young Writers Group @ Renton Main Branch
Thursday, November 19, 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. - Main Branch
If you are between the ages of 13 and 17, and enjoy expressing yourself through the written word, then this group is for you. Share your writing, learn some new creative writing techniques, and build your creative portfolio in a relaxed, non-judgmental setting. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Call to Register 425-430-6610.
Teen Tuesdays @ Highlands Library
Tuesday, November 24, 3:00 to 4:30 p.m - Highlands Library
Last Tuesdays are teen days at the Highlands library. This month drop in for Retro Video Games, free stuff, contests and more, just for teens.
Paws to Read
Saturdays, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m., Main Library
Ages 5 and up. Dogs are very good listeners. By reading to a dog, children can develop their reading skills and build confidence in a relaxed and non-judgmental environment. Children may bring a book from home or choose a book from the library. Sustained reading sessions with a furry companion are 20 minutes. To register, call 425-430-6825.
Library Book Group Meeting
Thursday, November 19, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., Main Library
The Library Book Group's next meeting will discuss the book "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. It is not necessary to have attended a previous meeting to join the group, interested people are encouraged to join at any time. For more information about how you can participate, please contact Laurie Finlayson at 425-430-6610 or via email.
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