Olympia

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Closed until 10:00am today

Monday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday 
10:00AM - 6:00PM
Sunday 
Closed
313 8th Avenue SE
Olympia, WA 98501

Upcoming Events

Holidays and Closures

  • President's Day
    Monday, February 16, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Memorial Day
    Monday, May 25, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Juneteenth
    Friday, June 19, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Independence Day
    Saturday, July 4, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Labor Day
    Monday, September 7, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Veterans Day
    Wednesday, November 11, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
    Thursday, November 26, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Native American Heritage Day
    Friday, November 27, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Eve
    Thursday, December 24, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Day
    Friday, December 25, 2026
    Closed All Day

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Upcoming Events

Holidays and Closures

  • President's Day
    Monday, February 16, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Memorial Day
    Monday, May 25, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Juneteenth
    Friday, June 19, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Independence Day
    Saturday, July 4, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Labor Day
    Monday, September 7, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Veterans Day
    Wednesday, November 11, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
    Thursday, November 26, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Native American Heritage Day
    Friday, November 27, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Eve
    Thursday, December 24, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Christmas Day
    Friday, December 25, 2026
    Closed All Day

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New at Olympia

Listen Here with Corey Snow

Mar 6th | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Story Time goes hybrid! Join us at Olympia Library or via Zoom. Corey Snow reads short fiction, 12:10–12:50—perfect lunch escape!

Civic Engagement Office Hours: Sine Die Celebration

Mar 13th | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Sine Die is here! Join us Mar 13 at the Library to wrap up the legislative session with sandwiches and civic reflection.

Spies, Assassins, and... Romance?

An unapologetically enthusiastic guide to spy stories that mix espionage, romance, humor, and high-stakes fun.

National Day of Racial Healing 2026

After MLK Day, the National Day of Racial Healing brings communities together to heal racism and affirm our shared humanity. All ages.

Olympian via Newsbank

Read The Olympian from 2001 through today, including full-text, web-only content and full color image edition. Based in Olympia, Washington.

Bee Active Backpacks

Embark on a buzzing adventure of knowledge with our Bee Active backpack. 3 week checkout, first come, first served at Olympia Library.

NewsBank

News media archive that consolidates articles from newspapers, blogs, broadcast transcripts, and more into one place.

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Technology To Help Bridge The Gap

Technology can play a role in helping children learn to read. These valuable tools support reading skill with interactive, engaging games, puzzles and activities. Audiobooks and read-aloud can enhance the reading experience and improve phonetic skills. A balanced approach combines technology with caregivers involvement and guidance.

Non-traditional Teaching Tools

Launchpads

Loaded with a world of learning with apps, videos, storybooks, and games just for kids. No internet needed.

VOX Books

Listen while reading through the book. No batteries or internet access needed; just press a button and you’re listening and reading!

Early Math Backpacks

Contain picture books, launchpad, manipulatives, and a game, focusing on early math concepts. For ages 3-5.

Kids Playaway Audiobooks

An audiobook player built just for kids. No internet needed. Simply plug in headphones and press play.
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