| The North Mason library began in 1950 in Dorothy
Newkirk Harper's Belfair Drug store. The drug store was sold in 1958 and when
the new owner relocated the store in 1966, the library moved to leased space in
the back of a TV shop. In July 1976, it was moved to slightly larger leased
space until September 1979.
A new library was opened in November 1979. The Friends of the North Mason
Library purchased the land for the library building and deeded the property to
the district. TRL purchased additional land at the current site on which a new
14,400 square foot library was built.
The old North Mason building was recycled and moved by barge where it reopened
as the Hoodsport library in March 1997. The new North Mason building was opened
in March 1998. Since Belfair is not incorporated, there is no contractual
arrangement.
The North Mason Library has:
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Books, videotapes, DVDs, CDs, audio cassettes, newspapers and
magazines for readers and library users of all ages.
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Programs and events for children and adults.
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Computers with access to the Internet, Microsoft Office, and online reference
databases. One-hour computer sessions can be reserved using the
online reservation system or by calling the library.
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Free wireless Internet access in the library
during regular open hours.
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A public meeting room that can be reserved for community meetings and programs
by calling the library.
Contact the library for information about the local
Friends group.
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Upcoming Library Events
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Friends of the Library Meeting
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Tuesday October 14, 2008
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10:00 AM
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| The Friends of the North Mason Timberland Library will hold their monthly meeting from 10:00 a.m. to noon Tuesday, October 14 in the library's meeting room. Those interested in joining are encouraged to attend. |
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Book Babies
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Wednesday October 15, 2008
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10:00 AM
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Join in a program of short stories, songs, rhymes and knee bounces. Discover the joy of early language with your baby. Afterwards, adults can visit while babies play with toys and sturdy books.
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Preschool Story Time
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Wednesday October 15, 2008
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10:30 AM
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| Join in a program of stories, rhymes, songs and movement games. Parents or caregivers are welcome to attend with their children. |
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PageTurners Book Discussion
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Thursday October 16, 2008
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10:00 AM
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| Join in a discussion of "Water For Elephants" by Sara Gruen. |
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Youth PageTurners
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Thursday October 16, 2008
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4:15 PM
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| Join in a lively book discussion and enjoy snacks and an activity. Hear about the author, find suggestions for great reads and meet new friends. Register at the library up to three weeks before the meeting and pick up the featured book, "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix. |
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Friday October 17, 2008
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11:00 AM
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| The Friends of the North Mason Timberland Library will have a book sale on Friday and Saturday, October 17 and 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the library. Pick up book, CD, and DVD bargains on both days. Some free items are also available. |
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Friends of the Library Book Sale
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| North Mason Timberland Library |
Saturday October 18, 2008
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11:00 AM
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| The Friends of the North Mason Timberland Library will have a book sale on Friday and Saturday, October 17 and 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the library. Pick up book, CD, and DVD bargains on both days. Some free items are also available. |
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