The Pierce County Library System will be closed Monday, Feb. 19, Presidents Day. During that time, the Library’s online services, as always, will be open at www.mypcls.org, featuring online e-books, audiobooks, videos and magazines as well as other services and resources.
Pierce County Library System unveils new classes and events for all ages
As the winter frost melts into spring, the Pierce County Library System offers a series of free unique classes and events in the coming months. From virtual author talks to gardening education classes, this diverse collection—just a glimpse into the hundreds of programs offered—will engage, inform and bring people together around shared interests. Events include: […]
Pierce County Library Board holds public records hearing and does other business
At the Pierce County Library System’s Board of Trustees’ Wednesday, Feb. 14, 3:30 p.m., regular meeting, the Board will hold a public hearing for the Library System’s fees associated with its proposed public records request policy, continue reviewing updates to policies, hear about progress for the interim Lakewood Pierce County Library, and address additional business. The meeting will be […]
Listen to Black stories and voices with Pierce County Library
Celebrate Black stories and voices with the Pierce County Library System this February. Discover enrichment activities including classes and events, specially curated booklists and informative displays during Black History month. Black stories and voices are a critical part of a shared history. This month, the Pierce County Library celebrates with the community and highlights the […]
New year, new 10 to Try
The start of the new year brings with it a new 10 to Try Reading Challenge. Read or listen to a book from each of 10 categories, track what you read and be entered to win a gift card! Categories include books about food or cooking, with a one-word title and more.
Find resources for 2024 at the library
No matter what you want to do in 2024, your Pierce County Library can help. Find online resources to help you meet financial goals, learn new skills, discover family history, find a new job and much more! All of them are free with your Pierce County Library card.
Pierce County Library System visitors borrow 2.3 million digital books in 2023
The Pierce County Library System announced today that its patrons reached a new milestone: 2.3 million digital books borrowed in 2023. This achievement illustrates the library’s commitment to serving all members of the community in innovative ways, including with a large catalog of e-books, audiobooks and other digital media. The Pierce County Library System is […]
Update: Interim Lakewood Pierce County Library
Progress is being made to build the interim Lakewood Pierce County Library. To date, land use and site development requirements have been approved. In addition, the Library System submitted and is working toward approval for the right of way, sewer and building permit. A construction schedule is projected to be ready to review at the February Board of […]
Make new friends in the New Year at a unique event at the University Place Library
The University Place Pierce County Library is bringing people together this New Year with a Speed Friending event—a first of its kind—fun and interactive way to connect with others. Making friends at any age can be challenging, however, for adults it can be more daunting, with fewer established places, such as school, to make friends. […]