Events

Take a self-led “Historically Hip” walk through downtown Issaquah and enjoy the picture book, Applesauce Day, written by Lisa Amstutz and illustrated by Talitha Shipman. 

The story begins at the Issaquah Library and…

Join a vibrant LGBTQIA+ event that bridges the gap between generations! Celebrate the wisdom of the past, the energy of the present and the vision for the future as the queer community comes together for an afternoon of connection,…

Find great deals on gently books for adults, youth and children during our 1-day fall sale. We will also have DVDs, CDs, and puzzles. Proceeds help support library programs in two Kent libraries.

Proceeds support library programs and events…

Fall into the Black Diamond Library on November 6, 7, and 8 to pick up some fantastic reading materials for you or someone you know. Your purchases of gently-used books and media - donated to the Friends of the Library - will help…

Join a vibrant LGBTQIA+ event that bridges the gap between generations! Celebrate the wisdom of the past, the energy of the present and the vision for the future as the queer community comes together for an afternoon of connection, art…

The Saturday Book Sale is back! 

Browse a selection of gently used fiction, nonfiction and media for all ages. 

Proceeds support library programs and events for the community.

Learn more about the Friends of the Issaquah Library at…

Come for a resource fair serving community members in need of support. Social service providers will be available to help connect attendees with resources such as healthcare, education, legal clinics and…

Learn to use public transportation!

Workshop includes information about trip planning, transfers and discount fares.

Choose Your Way Bellevue will provide maps and a $25 pre-loaded ORCA card to registered participants.

In partnership…

Get assistance with health insurance, King County Metro reduced-fare programs and EBT cards with the King County Public Health Department. 

Se habla espanol.

Drop in during available hours or contact Miguel Urquiza at…

For crafters of all kinds! Bring your project to work on and spend some time getting to know other crafters in your community. 

Registration not required.

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities is available by…

Play chess and have fun! Join amazing chess teacher, Lance, for casual free play, get your questions answered and talk strategy. 

All levels welcome. All materials provided.

Snacks provided by the Friends of the North…

Get help starting and finishing your financial aid application (FAFSA or WASFA) and get your financial aid questions answered.

What to Bring:

Bring up to two articles of clothing that need to be repaired with the Refugee Artisan Initiative. 

Mending is limited to visible mending. 

If you need a garment to be hemmed, you must be able to measure your own inseam. A tape…

Come join us for a jigsaw puzzle gathering for all ages! Connect with fellow puzzlers in your community, bring gently used puzzles for an optional exchange, and enjoy a cozy afternoon of puzzle fun.

Hosted with Totem Lake Puzzle Lending…

Join Cle from WonderSpace Workshops for an afternoon of creativity and leave with a beautiful piece of unique art ready for your wall or mantle. Punch needle is a craft in which a manual tool is used to create a field of tightly packed…

Work on your chess skills with our experienced Chess Club Volunteers. 

Learn strategies and chess terms. Play and practice chess together.

All skill levels welcome.

For adults, teens and children, ages 5 and older. Ages 7 and younger…

Are you an immigrant, refugee or new to the community? A friendly Welcoming Ambassador can connect you to information and resources.

This is a drop-in service. Visit the Welcoming Ambassador at the library during this time to get help. To…

We invite nature lovers to join us for an autumn weaving project! 

We’ll provide twig frames, colorful yarns and ribbons, and found treasures from our gardens.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Woodinville Garden…

Do you have some kids' books at home that you are done reading? Bring up to 5 good condition books to the library and trade them in for some new-to-you titles collected by the Friends of the Library!

Sponsored by the Friends of the…

"Using AI to Unlock Your Dream" is an engaging session led by Christian Reed of Fourth Gen Labs, designed to demystify tools like ChatGPT. Learn how anyone—regardless of technical expertise—can tap into a vast pool of knowledge to…