The Bookmobile is hitting the road this summer with new community stops and an updated schedule throughout Chelan, Douglas, and Grant counties. The Bookmobile is part of NCW Libraries’ ongoing effort to make library services more accessible for rural communities, families, seniors, and residents who may face barriers to visiting a physical branch.
This library on wheels brings books, movies, audiobooks, crafts, and fun directly to neighborhoods and community gathering places. Visitors sign up for a library card, connect to free Wi-Fi, register for the Summer Library Program, and enjoy activities for all ages.
“Long summer days are a great time to connect with the library and we make it easy by bringing the library to you!,” said Bookmobile Lead Elizabeth McNall. “Whether families are picking up books, joining the Summer Library Program, or simply spending time together, the Bookmobile helps make library services accessible and welcoming for everyone.”
The following summer schedule will begin June 1.
Chelan County
Lincoln Park in Wenatchee in partnership with Small Miracles’ Free Lunch Program – second and fourth Mondays at 11 a.m.
- Pioneer Park in Wenatchee in partnership with Small Miracles’ Free Lunch Program – second and fourth Wednesdays at 11 a.m.
- Ponderosa Community in Plain – Thursdays at 12:30 p.m.
- Sage Bluff Seasonal Housing in Malaga – second and fourth Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m.
The Bookmobile will continue regular stops at Plain Hardware, Dryden Food Bank, Wenatchee Rescue Mission, Foothills Community Center (formerly Wenatchee Valley Senior Activity Center), St. Jude’s Landing, Three Lakes Estates in Malaga, LIVEasy Apartments in Sunnyslope, and ValleyHi.
Douglas County
Eastmont Community Park in East Wenatchee – first and third Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m.
- RiverSide Mobile Home Park in East Wenatchee – second and fourth Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m.
Grant County
- Doolittle Dream Park in Moses Lake – second and fourth Tuesday at 1 p.m.
- Wilson Creek Town Hall – second and fourth Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m.
The Bookmobile will continue regular stops at the Beverly fire station and Desert Aire Park.
In addition to its public stops, the Bookmobile regularly visits assisted living facilities and job sites including:
- Colonial Vista (this is a new stop that starts June 3)
- Wenatchee Memory Care
- Mountain Meadows
- Bonaventure
- Regency
- Blossom Valley
- Our House
- TRAILS Day Program
- Columbia Basin Job Corp in Moses Lake
- Canyon View Community Facility in East Wenatchee
- Sunrise Community Facility in Ephrata
Follow the Bookmobile on Facebook and Instagram, and check out the full summer schedule HERE.
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