NCW Libraries
 August 2026
1,220,308 Items Borrowed, $17 Million Saved
The 2025 Annual Report is here! Plus, a grand opening in Cashmere, the last two weeks of summer reading, and free programs in every corner of NCW. 
📊 Behind Every Number is a Neighbor
660,437 visits. 57,630 people at 3,941 programs. And, 1,220,308 items borrowed representing more than $17 million in savings for our patrons. 
 
Our 2025 Annual Report is here with the numbers, the stories behind them, and a look at how your library is funded.
Read the Report
💬 Join the Conversation
What does it mean to be American? Bring your own answer to a free virtual conversation with Oregon Humanities.
 
Thursday, August 13 from 6PM - 7PM through Zoom
Register Now
📖 Let's Finish Strong
Less than two weeks remain in the Summer Library Program. Complete your reading and activity logs to earn prizes and raffle entries. And no! It's not too late to sign up!
 
Several libraries are hosting end of year parties, check out our event calendar to find one near you.
Learn More
💙 Wildfire Resources
When the smoke rolls in, your library is a cool, clean place to land. Every branch offers air conditioning, free WiFi and public computers, and N95 masks while supplies last.
 
We've also gathered wildfire preparedness and recovery resources in one place.
Find Resources
🎊 Let's Celebrate
The new Cashmere Library at Riverside Center is now open, and we're throwing a party! 
 
Local author showcase, crafts for kids and teens, live music, door prizes, and more. 
 
Saturday, August 8 from 10AM to 2PM
Party Details
📖 A New Chapter
Starting August 10, the Ephrata Library will close temporarily for a full interior remodel. 
 
The work will create welcoming, flexible spaces including a community meeting room, refresh children's and teen areas, new funiture and more. 
See What's Changing

Program Highlights

Check out just a few of the free programs happening near you this month.

Chelan County

Douglas County

Okanogan County

Grant County

Ferry County
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📸 July Snapshots around NCW Libraries
A look at what summer has been like across our 30 libraries.
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