Moving to a new community can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. New schools, new routines, and new neighbors all take time to adjust to. One of the best places to start finding your footing is at the library. At Sno-Isle, we’re here to help you connect, explore, and thrive in your new home. From special welcome events to ongoing programs, we offer resources that support families, students, and individuals at every stage of life.
Welcome Week Events
Camano Island
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Camano Island Library Friends Book Sale, opens a new window - September 27 from 10:00AM-3:00PM
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Family Storytimes , opens a new window- September 30 from 10:00AM & 11:00AM
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Become a Weather Watcher, opens a new window - October 4 from 10:00-11:30AM
Darrington
- D&D (Dungeons and Dragons) Café, opens a new window - September 30 from 3:00-4:00PM
- Sensory Stay & Play, opens a new window - October 1 from 10:00AM-12:00PM
- Creative Writing Group, opens a new window - October 1 from 4:00-5:30PM
- Book Group Discussion, opens a new window - October 2 from 4:00-5:00PM
- Imagination Yoga, opens a new window - October 4 from 11:00-11:30AM
- Mad Hatter Tea Party, opens a new window - October 6 from 3:00-5:00PM
- Craft & Chat, opens a new window - October 8 from 4:00-5:00PM
Freeland
- Toddler Storytime (every Monday in Sept., Oct., Nov.) - September 29 from 10:00–11:00AM
- Preschool Storytime (every Tuesday in Sept., Oct., Nov., except 11/11) - September 30, 10:00–11:00AM
- STEAM Sunday: Get Buggy, opens a new window (first Sunday each month, different themes & activities) - October 5, 2:00–3:00PM
Langley
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In your ERA: Early release program, opens a new window - October 1 from 2:00-3:30PM
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Afterschool Book Group 6th-8th, opens a new window - October 1 from 2:00-3:30PM
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Baby Storytime - October 3 from 1:30-2:00PM
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Preschool Storytime - October 3 from 10:30-11:30AM
Marysville
- Talk Time for English Language Learners, opens a new window - Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00PM
- Stay & Play, opens a new window - Thursdays from 9:30-10:15AM
- Fantastic Friday: Engineering Zone, opens a new window - First Friday of the month from 3:00-4:30PM
Monroe
- Craft Supply Swap, opens a new window - September 27 from 10:30AM–12:00PM
- Storytime Kickoff: Pigeon Wants a Party, opens a new window - October 4 from 10:30–11:30AM. A special Mo Willems-themed storytime for kids and families.
Mountlake Terrace
- Wonderland Play Group - Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00AM
Oak Harbor
Oak Harbor Library is hosting a series of special storytimes during Welcome Week. These events, designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers, focus on themes of moving to a new home, starting at a new school, and making friends.
- Baby storytime - Mondays from 9:30-10:30AM
- Toddler storytime - Thursdays from 9:30-10:30AM
- Preschool storytime - Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30AM
- La Hora del Cuento - Wednesdays from 10:30-11:30AM
Snohomish
- The Incredible Years – Baby Parenting Series, opens a new window - An 8-week series for parents starting September 18.
Available at Your Library
- Accessibility Services - Everyone deserves to feel welcome at the library. That’s why Sno-Isle provides accessibility services designed to meet a wide range of needs. Families can check out sensory kits to support children with autism or sensory processing differences, while library spaces feature adaptive technology and accessible equipment.
- Homeschooling Support - For families who homeschool, Sno-Isle Libraries offers a wealth of support. Parents can find new teaching ideas, borrow laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots, request custom reading lists, or use online databases for research and study. In-person resources include quiet study spaces, printing services, and a collection of educational DVDs and Easy MP3 books for young learners.
- Homework Help - Schoolwork can feel daunting in a new community, but Sno-Isle offers plenty of academic support. Students can access Brainfuse HelpNow for live tutoring, writing assistance, and study resources, or one of our many online encyclopedias for information on animals, art, social studies, and more.
- Prime Time - This free, six-week reading and discussion program fosters a lifelong love of learning while encouraging meaningful conversations about fairness, bravery, kindness, and equality. Families receive books, shared meals or grocery gift cards, childcare for younger siblings, and a welcoming space to read and talk together. Programs are offered in English, Spanish, and bilingually. Participating libraries include Oak Harbor, Edmonds, Granite Falls, Lake Stevens, Mariner, Mukilteo, Marysville, Mountlake Terrace, and Coupeville.
- Story Trails - Want to combine reading with fresh air and fun? Story Trails invite families to enjoy picture books while strolling through local parks. Perfect for children ages three to eight (but enjoyable for all ages), Story Trails encourage movement, literacy, and time outdoors. Visit our Story Trails page to see current titles. Participating libraries include Mukilteo, Oak Harbor, and Snohomish.
- Job & Career Support - The library isn’t just for kids, it’s also a resource for adults navigating work and career changes. Whether you’re looking for your first job, switching fields, or re-entering the workforce, Sno-Isle can help. Our job search resources include online career databases, resume and application workshops, and programs to build professional skills. Customers can also access test prep tools, practice exams, and career readiness events for free with a library card.
- Streaming Services - Your library card is also a passport to stories and entertainment wherever you are. With our extensive collection of ebooks, audiobooks, and streaming movies, military families can stay connected even while living abroad.
- World Language Collections - Our communities are rich in cultural and linguistic diversity, and Sno-Isle Libraries reflects that in our collections. We offer books, movies and storytimes for all ages in español, 中文, 日本語, 한국어, Pусский, and Tiếng Việt.
Find Your Place
At Sno-Isle Libraries, we believe the library is more than just a building; it’s a place to find connection, learning, and belonging. Whether you’re attending a welcome storytime, exploring new languages, using tutoring resources or finding career support, the library is here to help you make your new community feel like home. Wherever you are in your journey, we can’t wait to see you at the library!
