This next couple weeks, April 2-April 25, 2012, The Rockford Lions Club is doing a  CLOTHING DRIVE FOR THE UNION GOSPEL MISSION!  Clean out your closets and bring cleaned clothes to Banner Bank in Rockford or the Rockford Community Center.  This gives us incentive to get those closets cleaned out!

GarPal Colton Track & Field Score at Milton-Freewater, Oregon

GarPal Colton Track & Field traveled to Milton-Freewater, Oregon, for their first, regular season meet, Wednesday, March 28 and fared quite well!

High Team scorer for the Men's team was senior Jeff Kent, who placed 3rd in the 400 meters with a new personal best of 54.34 (C), 3rd in the pole vault, and 4th in the 100m.  Senior Derrick Bosch placed 6th in the discus, 7th in the shot and 8th in the Javelin.  Junior Anthony Floyd placed 3rd in the Javelin and 5th in the triple jump.  The VikCat men's 4x400 relay team (Floyd, Bosch, Nick Robertson (jr.), and Kevin Knauff (so.)), placed 7^th in their first outing.

On the Women's side, high team scorer was shared by junior Holly Leendertsen and junior Grace Druffel.  Leendersten placed 3rd in the long jump.  Druffel placed 3rd in the 300m hurdles.  Junior Cassie Thompson placed 6th in the 200m and 7th in the long jump.  Senior Emma Akin placed 6th in the triple jump.  And Leendertsen, Druffel, Thompson, & Akin placed 3rd in the 4x100 relay.  Jessie Hathaway, the only GPC female thrower, was near her personal best in two of her three events.

The GPC team heads to Clarkston High School on Friday, a meet that was rescheduled from last Wednesday, for another district meet.  Field events begin at 3 pm, track events at 3:15.

For complete results and rankings, visit http://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=150463#641

 The Rockford Community Center is proud to announce that the pool table is now available for use. 

Turkey Leg Storytime at Palouse, Washington

The Palouse Library Presents Turkey Leg Story time

 The Palouse Library will host five different story times next week to welcome and share the new books purchased with funds raised by the Turkey Leg.

Tuesday, April 3, @ 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Thursday, April 5, @ 4 p.m.

Friday, April 6, @ 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

There will be fun activities and refreshments.

Guest storytellers include:  Palouse Mayor Michael Echanove, Tiana Gregg, and three former Palouse librarians.

Drop by anytime to be the first to check out the new books.

The Turkey Leg is a fundraising fun-run/walk held Thanksgiving mornings in Palouse.  In 2005, local business owner and library supporter Tiana Gregg spearheaded the first walk for children’s books at the Palouse branch.

For more information about he event, contact Bev Pearce at 509-878-1513 or visit the Coming Events calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.

Financial Management Workshop at Rockford Community Center

Rockford Community Center began its seminar series on Financial Management on Thursday evening, March 29^th. Its first session, Budget Planning, began with the “why” and “how” of budget making.

Workbooks, instructions, and inspiration were given to the attendees by certified Money Managers Vivian Plank and Mary-Lou Benson.

The next in the series will be “How to Get Your Credit Report On-Line” to be held on April 26^th at 6pm at the Rockford Community Center, 129 South 1^st Street in Rockford.  Anyone who is interested in attending is encouraged to call Vivian at 892-4412 or Mary-Lou at 291-3146 or e-mail Vivian at vplank@bannerbank.com or Mary-Lou at mlhbenson@gmail.com.  All are welcome.

Coach a Local Swim Team at Palouse, Washington

There is currently no Palouse Swim Team.

If you are interested and/or willing to run and/or coach a local swim team,

please contact Ann at 509-878-1811 for more information.

Grief Support Group at Pullman, Washington

Friends of Hospice

Community Grief Support Group

Tuesday Evenings 7 pm to 8:30 pm

April 3, 2012 thru May 22, 2012

At Whitman Senior Living

2^nd Floor Library

1285 SW Center St

Pullman, WA

The loss may be recent or from a long time ago.

Gather with others in a safe, supportive environment for care, compassion, and resources.

Registering in advance is greatly appreciated.

To register or for more information, contact Annie Pillers at 509-595-1129 after 5 pm or email griefsupport@palouse.com

"Northwest Back Country, Fin and Feathers" April Exhibit at Uniontown, Wash.

The exhibit for the month of April at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is “Northwest Back Country, Fin and Feathers,” featuring two local northwest artists, David Gressard from Moscow, and John Bergen Jr. from Peirce, at 419 N. Parkway, Uniontown, Wash.

Using two totally different mediums, each artist achieves great detail in their art, John with a torch and welder and Dave with acrylic paint and paintbrush.

The opening reception will be April 1, 2012 from 1 p.m. -3 p.m. The exhibit continues through April 29th.

Dave Gressard graduated from the University of Idaho with a directed studies degree emphasizing art and biology. He is an avid bird watcher and enjoys getting into the back country of the Northwest whenever possible. Every day has the potential for new ideas and inspiration.

A black capped chickadee curiously inspects a monarch butterfly as they scurry through a patch of wild rose and thimbleberry looking for small insects and seeds. These are everyday occurrences in a part of the world few ever see. Sure, most people know these things occur, but to really appreciate them, they need to be reminded. In this lies one of the reasons Dave Gressard paints, not only to refresh his own enjoyment but also to refresh those who view his paintings.

Dave’s art is also the result of his appreciation and fascination for animals and the environment which surrounds them. Whenever Dave is out in the field, he manages to bring back a moss covered branch or some plant samples to use as reference materials. The simplest things can become the final detail to complete a painting. His studio is full of things that have been or will be part of one of his paintings.

John Bergen Jr. is a retired Potlatch welder and now lives in Pierce, Idaho. He is the artist who created the ten stainless fish that grace the design of the Clarkston Entry Project on the corner of Bridge and Diagonal streets.

Starting with flat stainless steel and pipe, John is a master at sculpting lifelike three dimensional fish and their surroundings. The finished sculpture is then colored with a torch. John’s current project is a life-size elk and lodge pole pine but after measuring it is too large for the elevator at the Dahmen Barn. Pictures of the elk in the making will be on display during the exhibit.
John can be contacted at 208-464-1135 or 208-790-3028. David can be contacted at 208-882-0014 or dgressard@turbonet.com.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center on highway 195 in Uniontown. Located in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence, a three story facility is fully ADA compliant and has no daily admission fee. Hours are Thursday through Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. Information: www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

"Little Women" Skit at Albion, Wash., March 31, 2012

Pullman Civic Theater "Little Women" Skit at Albion Branch Whitman County Library

Free, public skit performance, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 12:30 p.m., at the Albion Library Branch, 310 F Street, Albion, Wash. The Pullman Civic Theater will bring to the Albion Branch a production skit of Little Women, a play based on the classic Louisa May Alcott novel.

Join us for a fun afternoon of a skit preview of the production Little Women, meet the actors and see the period costumes up close.

The Pullman community has a tradition of support for libraries and drama programs that enrich the community. The Pullman Civic Theater provides affordable, live entertainment for the community. Community theater in Pullman has a long history, dating back to the Pullman Auditorium, in the 1890s.

Little Women opening week in Pullman, Wash., begins April 13, 2012. Performances are April 13-15 & 19-22, 2012.

Visit Albion library at Facebook or contact the library branch at (509) 338-9641 during open hours, Tuesday 3:30-6:00 p.m., Thursday 3:30-7:30 p.m., Saturday 12:30-4:00 p.m., 310 F Street, Albion, Washington.

Oakesdale Branch Library March News, 2012

Spring has sprung at Storytime.  Children are enjoying doing springtime crafts including making butterflies and caterpillars and learning about springtime and all the things that will be growing soon.  Children ages 2-6 and their parents or caregivers are encouraged to join us on Wednesday’s at 12:30 for Storytime at the Oakesdale Library.

The Oakesdale Book Club continues to meet the last Tuesday of the month.  This month’s selection is “Winter Garden” by Kristin Hannah.  Get your copy from the library now and join us on April 27 at 6:00 pm for a potluck dinner, a great book discussion and the choosing of our next great book.

Thanks to everyone who participated in Food for Fines this year.  The library was able to donate three large boxes of food to The Tree of Sharing for their annual food boxes.  Tree of Sharing chairman Angy Dewan said “It is always great to get this donation from the library, it helps make sure everyone gets a little something extra!”

Teens had a great time at the library on Monday, March 5^th, making duct tape wallets with WCL Teen Librarian Chelsea Leachman.  Chelsea showed the teens how to construct their wallets.  Teens then enjoyed snacks and some extra time on the computers. 

7th Annual Penny Drive, Oakesdale Branch Library, March 26 - April 14, 2012

Wanted: Pennies, Dimes, and Dollars too!  The seventh annual Penny Drive to fund programs at the library in Oakesdale, Washington, will be held from March 26 to April 14. 

Gather up your spare change and donate it to a great cause. The Oakesdale students in grades k-5 will be participating with a goal of $50 or more. If the goal is reached Librarian Michele Wright will provide cupcakes and punch for all.  A collection jar will also be on display at Crossette’s Food Market, and of course you can donate at the library.

Rockford Community Club Open House, March 28, 2012

The Rockford Community Club is having Open House, with Food and Fun, Wednesday night, March 28, 2012.

Thursday, March 29th, a free class in Financial Management will be taught by Banner Bank Manager, Vivian Plank, and other trained instructors.

Gar-Pal Knowledge Bowl Team Scored at Tournament

On Saturday, March 17th, the GarPal Knowledge Bowl team competed in the State Knowledge Bowl tournament, and finished tied for 6th place.  Awesome job, and congrats to Emily Akin, Wyatt Mitchell, Missy Johnson, Jeff Kent, Kevin Knauff, and Gabe Cocking for their excellent effort.

Go Vikings!
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Meet and Greet Dr. Jake Dingman, Gar-Pal HS Library, March 21, 2012

Dr. Jake Dingman, Palouse School District's new superintendent effective July 1, 2012, will have an open house "meet and greet" on Wednesday, March 21, from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. at the school library.

Who:  All community members

Where:  Garfield-Palouse High School LibraryWhen:  Wednesday, March 21, anytime between 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

Afternoon and Evening Special Events at Palouse Library, March 22, 2012

Teen Time at the Palouse Library:

Hunger Games Challenge

Palouse Branch Whitman County Library, 120 E. Main
Thursday, March 22, 3:30 pm

Come help celebrate the movie release with a Cornucopia challenge, tribute arts and crafts, and survival food.

Ages 12-18

Can you survive?

Questions:  878-1513

Meet Jim Stinson, author of “Remembering the B:  The History of the Washington State “B” Basketball Tournament”. Thursday, March 22, @ 6:30 p.m. at the Palouse Library, 120 E. Main St.

Books will be available for purchase & signing.

Here's What’s Happening at the Malden Library in March 2012

Malden Librarian, Shannon Roe, reminds you that supporting your library doesn’t have to be expensive.  The Whitman County Library (WCL) Penny Drive is March 26 through April 14, 2012. Pocket change adds up to help bolster children’s programming in Malden. Everything you put it our piggy will be used here.

Hey teens, the Malden Library, 208 S. Mooreland, has something special planned for you. If you are 12 to 18 come join teen Librarian Chelsea Leachman on March 26 at 4:00 p.m. for games, snacks, and a chance to create a duct tape wallet.

Do you need your GED? Do you need help brushing up on subjects like Math, English, and History? Come join the GED Preparatory class, which meets every Thursday from 9:30 a.m. – Noon. This class is sponsored by R.A.C.E. and is at no cost to the student. For more information please contact Kathy Wilkes at (509) 850-6492.

For questions about these or any other events please contact Librarian Shannon Roe at (509) 569-3771 or check out the Malden Library and Community Center Facebook page.

   

Spring Bead Craft at Colton Branch Library, March 15, 2012

       Now that spring is right around the corner, it is time to get out of the house and take a trip to your local library.  The Third Thursday program will be March 15 and is the Colton Library after-school program for children in kindergarten through sixth grade.

There will be a spring bead craft, as well as worksheets and a snack.

       The new storytime theme for March is colors at the Colton Library.  Kids will learn about a new color each week with a craft, color pages, songs and stories.  Storytime is held on Mondays at 10:30 a.m., and ages 1-5 are welcome.

        The Whitman County Penny Drive begins on March 26 and lasts through April 14.  Proceeds go toward funding the children’s programs in your community library.  Bring in your loose change and feed our pig.

Sometimes, when I'm researching a news story for this paper I stumble onto something wonderful. Usually it's not something new, but rather something everyone in the region -- except newcomers -- have known about forever.

I was writing Freeman High School news, which included a web page I'd never encountered before: a FHS link . While scrolling down the left panel, I found Community. It tweaked my curiosity, and gave me an excuse to pursue a favorite hobby - browsing the web!

I quickly finished the story I was writing, and returned to that website, primed and ready to go surfing!

Community took me the treasure chest. "The Bagpiper 2012 Edition."  My nose-for-news fairly quivered. Each issue opened my eyes to a marvelously well-written newspaper. Before I knew it, dusk was falling. It was time stop surfing and return to my duties.

Oh, but wait a minute! What was that I glimpsed before my browser shut down? Go back, hurry back. Sure enough, in the left-hand panel on The Bagpiper page, why is there another The Bagpiper link down near the bottom? Well, of course I had to click it.

To my surprise -- it whisked me to older editions of The Bagpiper, and to The Scottie Scribbler that preceded it. A whole wonderful newspaper archive!


The Bagpiper, 2011-2012 Edition
PDF versions of the 2011-2012 Issues of The Bagpiper are available here.

The Bagpiper 2010-2011 Edition
Get current PDF files of the Bagpiper here!

The Bagpiper: 2009-2010 Edition
PDF Versions of the Bagpiper Newspaper

The Scottie Scribbler, 2007-2008 Edition
Click on the following link to view Scottie Scribbler Issues

Now it's full dark, and I have to leave, but I will browse again and again, and learn more about this rich farming area and its wonderful people.

Knowing everybody and about everything is one of the perks of growing up in a small community or rural farming area like the Palouse. However, whether you're a life-time resident of this area, or a newcomer, I urge you to follow my lead and open those archives for a fresh new look at the world we live in - as reported in The Bagpiper 2012 Edition .

Freeman High School Events Sports and Music Events,

Congratulations to the FREEMAN GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM!  --  2nd in STATE!!

We are very proud of you!!   

Scheduled sports:
March 15, 2012: Track Cheney Jamboree at Cheney 3:15 p.m.
March 17, 2012: Baseball at Medical Lake, 12 noon.Softball vs. Medical Lake, 12 noon.
March 17, 2012: JV at Medical Lake, 12 noon.

Freeman High School Choir Concert, March 19, 2012, at 7:00 p.m. in the High School Multi-purpose Room.

Freeman 33rd Alumni BB Tournament, March 15th, 16th & 17th, 2012

FREEMAN ALUMNI TOURNAMENT

 The Annual Freeman Alumni Basketball Tournament will be held on

March 15^th, 16^th, and 17^th 2012.

*THIS YEAR WILL BE THE 33rd ANNUAL ALUMNI TOURNAMENT; THE LONGEST RUNNING TOURNAMENT IN WASHINGTON STATE.*

Details, http://www.freemansd.org/Page/80

Registration at the school, or on the Freeman School District website @ www.freemansd.org. Fees can be sent in with registration or brought to the gym on the 15^th.

Hope to see you at our Alumni Basketball Tournament. For further information please call the High School at (509) 291-3721, Ext 232 or Kris Barnes (509) 999-0494.

FREEMAN’S GOT TALENT! GET YOUR ACT TOGETHER

Have you got a talent?  Do you sing or juggle, speed stack or dance, play in a band or play the ukulele? Whatever you do, it’s time to put your talent on stage! Amazing Freeman students, parents, and staff wanted--please sign up in the office by March 23, 2012. Audition/Rehearsal Thursday, April 19th.

Talent Show

7:00 PM • APRIL 26TH
Freeman HS Multi-purpose Room.

Free Class on Downloadable Books, March 19, 2012 at Garfield Library

Come to a free class on downloadable books at the Garfield Library on March 19, 2012, between 3 to 5 p.m.  Learn how to access and download free audio books and EBooks on your Kindle, Sony Reader or Nook.  Check out a free audio book to your MP3, iPod, or smart phone. Please bring your own device.  If you have a laptop, bring that also so you can have everything ready to go for the next time you want to download a book.      

The Garfield Library is open each Monday from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.  Kindergarten and preschool Storytime is each Monday at 12:30 p.m.  WiFi access is available for public use.  For more information, call the library at (509) 635-1490 or visit the Events Calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us

Palouse Library Hosts "Teen Time" March 22, 2012

The Palouse Library will host Teen Time on March 22, 2012 at 3:30 p.m. Teen Librarian, Chelsea Leachman, will present: Hunger Games Challenge!!

Please help us celebrate the movie release with a Cornucopia challenge, tribute arts and crafts and survival foods. Teens from 12 to 18 are welcome.

For more information about the event, contact Bev Pearce at (509) 878-1513 or visit the Coming Event calendar at www.whitco.lib.wa.us.

Palouse Community Center new building Fundraiser March 10, 2012

Palouse Community Center new building Fundraiser

TOMORROW, Saturday, March 10, 2012

At the Palouse Community Center, 220 E. Main Street.

Lasagna Dinner begins at 6 pm.

$8 per person.

Silent Auction begins at 6 pm.

Sponsored by Needful Things of Palouse.

BINGO!

From 7 pm to 9 pm.

Cost depends on number of cards you play.

Cash prizes!

Sponsored by the Lion’s Club of Palouse.

Under age 18 must be with an adult.

Mark Your Calendars Now For Donkey Basketbal, March 17, 2012

Next Saturday, March 17^th, Donkey Basketball at the Palouse, Wash., high school and Palouse St. Paddy’s celebration. Stay tuned next week for more information.

Welcome Desert Evening to Fete Newcomers at Rockford, Wash., March 13, 2012

A Welcome Desert invites everyone to attend, March 13, 2012, 7:00 p.m. The event, scheduled at the popular gathering place in Rockford where all organizations gather regularly, the Harvest Moon Banquet Room, will fete all newcomers.

Welcome baskets, and introduction to various organizations and residents, will help those who moved into the area get acquainted, and encourage their participation in the community.

Mark your calendars for March 13, 2012 and come welcome our newest community members!

Chili Cook Off at Harvest Moon, Rockford, Wash., March 10, 2012

The Harvest Moon restaurant\bar in Rockford, Wash., if holding a Chili Cook Off, March 10, 2012. Call (509) 291 4313 to enter.

The "Viking Crew" Makes Good Start at Palouse, Wash.

The "Viking Crew" held their second meeting March 7, 2012 at 7:00pm at the Palouse School Library to discuss membership of the Viking Crew and by-laws of the organization.

Comprised of people who wish to support the Student-Athlete and various athletic projects, individuals representing the "Viking Crew" did some work has already on the new "Viking Hall of Fame" in the Palouse school. 

Officers are:

• President:  Penny Martinez
• VP:  Robin Woltering
• Secretary:  Marie Dymkoski
• Treasurer:  Debbie Mitzimberg
• Fundraising co-chairs:  Angie Griner and Traci Sanderson.

Contact Penny at 635-1542 or Marie at 595-1650 for more information.

Livestock Owners and Boarders Workshop, March 11, 2012

Space is limited so please register by March 8, 2012

RSVP to Walt-Edelen@sccd.org or call (509) 535 7274, ext. 24

Livestock and Land will present a free workshop for Hangman Creek watershed livestock owners and boarding facilities, March 11, 2012, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Fairfield Community Center, 304 E. Main St., Fairfield, Wash.

"Managing Mud, Manure and Runoff on Horse and Livestock Property"
Topics include:

• Maure Composting 101
• Healthy Pasures and Paddocks
• Technques for Managing Runoff and Mud

The information provided relates to all types of livestock.

For more information visit www.livestockandland.org

The program is sponsored by Spokane Conservation District, www.sccd.org. Funding for this project has been provided in full or part through an Ecology Clean Water Fund Grant.

Bag lunch will be available for $5 (cash or check only.)

Space is limited so please register by March 8, 2012

Expert Help With Downloadable Audio & eBooks, Free, March 14, 2012

The Whitman County Library has thousands of downloadable audio and ebooks available from our website. Come by the Tekoa Branch Library on March 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. for expert help with your digital device. Don’t forget to bring your Kindle, Nook or MP3 player and your labtop if you have one.

Tekoa Kids Club at Tekoa Branch Library, March 15, 2012

Tekoa Kids Club will meet at the Tekoa Branch Library on March 15, 2012 from 4-5 p.m. This month’s activity, origami and Chinese alphabet, is geared for grades 3 –6.

Thanks again to teen librarian Chelsea for all the fun of messy science.

Palouse Community Center Fundraiser, March 10, 2012

Palouse Community Center new building Fundraiser

This Saturday, March 10, 2012

At the Palouse Community Center, 220 E. Main Street.

Lasagna Dinner begins at 6 pm.

$8 per person.

Silent Auction begins at 6 pm.

Sponsored by Needful Things of Palouse.

BINGO!

From 7 pm to 9 pm.

Cost depends on number of cards you play.

Cash prizes!

Sponsored by the Lion’s Club of Palouse.

Under age 18 must be with an adult.

PROCEEDS from all three events going to the Palouse Community Center.

For more information, contact Marie @ 509-595-1650

All About Pets at Tekoa Library Storytime,Thursdays in March

Tekoa library Children ages 0-6 are invited to come to the library every Thursday from 1-1:30 for Storytime. This month’s programs are all about pets. Your little one can learn about pets and their care through stories, songs and crafts presented by Librarian Diane.

Gar-Pal High School Presentations, March 7 & 8, 2012

The final 2 nights of Gar-Pal HS senior culminating presentations are this Weds and Thurs, March 7th and 8th.  There are still two judging slots open for each evening.  If you're interested in judging this week--or need a reminder whether you're already signed up--contact Noel Akin at the school, 878-1921 or nakin@garpal.net.  And again, thanks to all who have helped this year!

Free -- German Oom Pah Band Playing Sunday March 4, 2012 at Dahmen Barn

On Sunday, March 4, from 1 to 3 pm, Auf Gehts, a German Oom Pah Band, will play a free concert at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn in Uniontown.  The concert is held in conjunction with the 58^th annual Sausage Feed at the Uniontown Community Building from 10 am to 5 pm.  The all-you-can-eat meal features home made sausage, sauerkraut, mashed potatoes, green beans, roll, applesauce, pie and beverage.  The cost is $12 for adults, $8 for ages 6 to 12, and $2 for under 6.  Attendees may eat in the dining room on a first come, first served basis, or for those who cannot wait, take out dinners are available immediately.  The net proceeds go toward the maintenance of the Community Building.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn is a non-profit creativity center in the big white barn behind the famous iron wheel fence.  Workshops for children and adults are regularly scheduled and a different exhibit occurs each month.  Come and watch artisans work in their studios.  The facility is fully handicap accessible. Winter hours Thursday through Sunday continue through February, 10 am to 4 pm.  Open hours are 10 am to 6 pm beginning March 1.  Information:  www.artisanbarn.org or 509-229-3414.

Palouse Library Scheduled Composting Classes, March 15 & 17, 2012

Judi Dunn-Gray, Recycling & Waste Reduction, will be teaching classes on Composting at the Palouse Library in March, and also at the Commercial exhibitors Event in Pullman on March 16,  & 17, 2012.

Moscow Recycling and Whitman County Recycling are pleased to sponsor a sale of the Earth Machine composter, for back yard composting.

This backyard composter will help you to compost most of the organic waste produced in your home.  The EPA estimates the average household can divert as much as 650 pounds of organic waste every year!  By diverting this material, it helps to keep our solid waste costs as low as possible.

The Earth Machine features a large 80 gallon capacity, is large enough for a family of five, comes with composting instructions and is made from recycled plastic!

The Earth Machine will be sold at cost (approximately $45, or less depending on how many are ordered.) 

The composter will need to be pre-ordered before March 16, 2012. 

To place your order or for more information call: in Latah County, Moscow Recycling at 208-882-0590; in Whitman County, Whitman County Recycling at 509-397-4622.

The date for pick-up for the composters will be Saturday, April 28, 2012, with locations to be determined.

Any questions please feel free to contact Judi Dunn-Gray, Recycling & Waste Reduction, judi.gray@co.whitman.wa.us (509) 397-5213

Tekoa Branch Library Welcomes New Librarian, Diane Harp

Busy month at the Tekoa Library

The Tekoa Library has a new Librarian. Diane Harp comes to the library with experience and a love of the community. We will miss Patti at the desk, but look forward to having her as a regular customer.

Tekoa Librarian Diane Harp thanks everyone who participated in our Food for Fines drive. Over $50 in non-perishable food is a great addition to the end of the month food distribution in Tekoa.

Stop in the library and see the new At-A-Glance activities calendar. Many events happening in Tekoa and at our area libraries are listed here. If you know of an event to add, it only takes seconds to do so.

The Whitman County Library has thousands of downloadable audio and ebooks available from our website. Come by the library on March 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. for expert help with your digital device. Don’t forget to bring your Kindle, Nook or MP3 player and your labtop if you have one.

 Kids Club will meet on March 15 from 4-5 p.m. This month’s activity, origami and Chinese alphabet, is geared for grades 3 –6. Thanks again to teen librarian Chelsea for all the fun of messy science.

Children ages 0-6 are invited to come to the library every Thursday from 1-1:30 for Storytime. This month’s programs are all about pets. Your little one can learn about pets and their care through stories, songs and crafts presented by Librarian Diane.

For more information about programs or other library services, contact Diane during Tekoa Library hours: Tuesday and Wednesday from 1:30–6 p.m. and Thursday from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. or contact Whitman County Library toll-free at 877-733-3375.

Diane Harp
(509)284-3121
Tekoa Librarian-Branch Manager