North Olympic Library System
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Boost your career options by mastering digital skills through the Washington State Certification Portal—free with your NOLS library card. Access courses, practice tests, exam vouchers, and proctoring on-demand 24/7. Earn certifications for Cisco CST, CompTIA, Microsoft, QuickBooks, IT Specialist, and other tech skills.
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Book Covers
Happy Stew Year!
Find fresh inspiration for hearty bowls that bring comfort to every meal with a cozy, NOLS-curated collection of books celebrating soups, stews, and everything simmered to perfection.
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Photos of construction of the new Sequim Library
No Property Taxes Used for New Sequim Library
Construction was funded primarily through timber revenue from State Forest trust lands managed by the Department of Natural Resources, which supports local services like libraries, hospitals, and schools.
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Patrons wearing Summer Reading Program T-shirts.
Calling Local Artists!
Showcase your creativity with NOLS! We’re seeking an artist to design the graphic for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. The chosen artist will receive $500 and the thrill of seeing their design featured on T-shirts and tote bags across Clallam County. Applications are due by February 9.
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2026-2030 Strategic Roadmap
View the 2026-2030 Strategic Roadmap
In 2025, NOLS engaged in a strategic planning process, allowing trustees, staff, and community members to provide feedback about what they thought the Library should focus on during the next five years. New goals will guide the Library’s work through 2030.
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Events at NOLS
Upcoming Events
Start the new year with library events! Help create 1,000 Origami Cranes symbolizing peace and community on weekdays in January at the Forks Library. At Kids Book Club, students in grades 1-3 and their caregivers discuss fun reads—books to keep are available while supplies last! Learn how quilts carried secret messages during the Civil War in Quilt Codes of the Underground Railroad with presenter Georgia Payne.
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Library staff holding books.
2025 Staff Picks
Curious what NOLS staff were checking out in 2025? Explore their favorite page-turners and hidden gems from the past year.
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Library Hours
Closed: January 19 & February 16

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