Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library

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Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library

1070 Old Blyn Hwy
Sequim, WA

M-F: 9-5
Sat: 9-4

360-681-4632
library@jamestowntribe.org

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New Books, Magazines & DVDs

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

The Sea is My Country by Joshua L. Reid

The Wind is Not a River by Brian Payton

Short Nights of the Shadowcatcher audio book by Timothy Egan, narrated by David Drummond

Dungeness by Karen Polinsky
A novel inspired by the life and work of Olympic Peninsula historian Mary Ann Lambert.

Klallam Dictionary by Timothy Montler
We now have a copy of the Klallam Dictionary that can be checked out.

Fat of the Land by Langdon Cook
Explore the Pacific Northwest via these adventures in foraging--and discover a regional stew of food, natural history, and oddball characters.

Tribal Voices Echo: An Anthology edited by Tor Parker
This book contains selections by talented writers from the Makah, Klallam, Quileute, Coeur D'Alene, and Athabaskan Tribes. Beautiful, powerful writing!

Creating the Totem Pole "Why the Sun Always Shines in Sequim"
This slide show is a step by step account of the making of the totem pole that was gifted to the City of Sequim by the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe, 2014-2015. Artist/Master Carver: Dale Faulstich. Artisans: Bud Turner, Dusty Humphries, Tyler Faulstich.

Past issues of Native Peoples Magazine are available for check-out.

DVDs

Reel Injun
A look at Hollywood's depiction of Indians by Cree filmmaker Neil Diamond

Trudell

Trudell
The life and work of John Trudell, a Native American poet, musician and political activist of Santee Sioux heritage.

Indian Business Owner's Guides

Cherokee Word for Water

The Hawaiians: Reflecting Spirit

For the Rights of All: Ending Jim Crow in Alaska

and More!

Programs & Events

Jamestown Reads Book Club

Date: Tuesday, February 14th, 5:30pm
Location: Napolis at Seven Cedars Casino

April 1865: The Month that Saved America by Jay Winik

Jay Winik offers a brilliant new look at the Civil War's final days that will forever change the way we see the war's end and the nation's new beginning. Uniquely set within the larger sweep of history and filled with rich profiles of outsize figures, fresh scholarship, and a gripping narrative, this is a masterful account of the thirty most pivotal days in the life of the United States.(from Amazon.com)

Salish Bounty

The Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe and Peninsula College Present:

Salish Bounty, a traveling exhibit from the Burke Museum

The exhibit will arrive at Peninsula College on February 7th. On February, 16th, 12:35pm in the Little Theater, Lisa Barrell and Lana Kerr, Jamestown S'Klallam citizens, will present Pacific Northwest Native Plants.
The exhibit will travel to Jamestown on March 8th when we will present Native Film Night, with the film, 3 Feet Under: Digging Deep for the Geoduck

3 Feet Under: Digging Deep for the Geoduck

Date: Wednesday, March 8th, 6:00pm
Location: Tribal Community Center Red Cedar Hall

Salish Bounty Traveling Exhibit

For more information call the Tribal Library: 360-681-4632 or email library@jamestowntribe.org

For Kids

Free Access--ABC Mouse!

We now have free access to ABC Mouse! This is a great learning tool for children ages 2 through 7 with stories, games, puzzles and other activities to help children with reading and writing, math, social studies, science and health, art and music. Just click on the icon, choose an avatar, then choose an age and begin.

New Books!

Thunder Boy by Sherman Alexie

Hiawatha and the Peacemaker by Robbie Robertson

Rock & Roll Highway: The Robbie Robertson Story by Sebastian Robertson

For Teens

Free Driving Practice Tests!!

Free drivers education practice tests are available Here.
The Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library is pleased to partner with Driving-Tests.org to offer free online test preparation for students preparing for the Washington driving tests. Included are practice tests for cars, motorcycles, and CDL (Commercial Driver’s License), driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL), and FAQs with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions.

Recommended for You

Chickadee by Louise Erdrich
This is book #4 of the Birchbark House Series

Red Wolf by Nathan Edmondson and cover artist Jeffrey Veregge
Marvel Comics brings back a favorite character but this time with a Coast Salish look. Port Gamble S'Klallam artist Jeffrey Veregge is the creator of this new look.

Teen Advisory Group
Interested in helping us plan teen services at the library? Email library@jamestowntribe.org for more info.

FAQs

What can I do with a library account?

You'll be able to check out materials from the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library.

Who can obtain an account?

Anyone who lives in Clallam or Jefferson counties.

What do I need to get an account?

Bring in something that shows your current address in Clallam or Jefferson Co. Something like a drivers license or utility bill works great.

What if I don't live in the area but want to use the library?

No problem! You are welcome to stop by and use our resources on site, or email the librarian with any reference questions.

Other Resources

Look up information

Proquest Database
Provides articles from many reputable sources. (Contact library for login information)

Education Resources Information Center
This can help you search for articles on topics in education.

Native Voices
Native peoples' concepts of health and illness from the National Library of Medicine.

Youth Resources

We R Native
"For Native youth by Native youth..." Lots of resources on a variety of topics created by and for Native youth.

Know How 2 Go
Great information on how to get to college or university starting as early as middle school!

S'Klallam Culture & History Resources

Teaching Resources: Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe
Teachers, parents, and caregivers can use these lesson plans and resources to lead discussions and lessons on the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe to contribute to Native American curricula.

Klallam Language
Get started learning the S'Klallam language here.

House of Seven Generations
Check out our online museum!

Other Library Services

Wifi

Free, open, always on. Plus 4 public access computers!

Meeting Space

We have space that you can use for whatever you want (if you don't mind library visitors). Book it! Call the Library at 360-582-5783.

Research Assistance and Delivery

Need some help researching a topic? Give us a call at 360-582-5783 and we'll help you get started.

Contact

Call us

360-681-4632

Email us

library@jamestowntribe.org

In person

1070 Old Blyn Hwy
Sequim, WA 98382

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About the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library

Our Goal

The mission of the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library is to provide the Tribal community and the general public with access to information and American Indian history and culture; to support citizens of the Jamestown community in the efforts to achieve self-sufficiency; and to assist Tribal programs in providing service to the community.

Let us know how we're doing by taking our survey!

Meet the Staff

Bonnie - Tribal Librarian
Bonnie makes sure that the library is open and meeting the needs of the community.

Jan - Library Assistant
Jan would love to help you find the right book, and sign you up for your library account. Shantelle - Library Assistant
Shantelle keeps our collection in good order.

Be a Friend of Jamestown S'Klallam Tribal Library

There are a lot of ways for you to contribute to make our library great. Call us at 360-582-5783 to find out the best option for you!

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