Upper Skagit Library

Upper Skagit Library Library of cryptids in Concrete, WA. Social Media Policy: http://upperskagitlibrary.org/policies/ We aim to be good stewards of the resources in our community.

Located in Concrete, Washington, the Upper Skagit Library empowers our community by creating opportunities, fostering connections, and providing resources, while committing ourselves to the highest standards of librarianship. We are committed to serving and inspiring our diverse community. We foster empowerment, leadership, and creativity by providing safe and inclusive spaces and resources. We ar

e dedicated to continuous learning and being open to new points of view, and to encouraging our community to share in that philosophy. In 2022 we identified four core values which will guide our actions and plans for the future: Education for All; Community Engagement; Stewardship; fostering Safe, Welcome, and Open Spaces. We believe that the library is and should be a center of collaborative education in the community. We value collaborative long-term partnerships and will work to form and maintain them. We prioritize fostering safe, welcoming, and inclusive environments that allow everyone in our diverse community to use and enjoy the library and its resources. To learn more about the library and it's staff visit: https://upperskagitlibrary.org/usl/about-us/

To learn more about the library's Board of Trustees visit: https://upperskagitlibrary.org/usl/about-us/meet-our-usl-board-of-trustees/

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Come hear beautiful music by local musician and Nashville artist Russell Thompson this upcoming Wednesday, May 20th, fro...
05/20/2026

Come hear beautiful music by local musician and Nashville artist Russell Thompson this upcoming Wednesday, May 20th, from 4 to 5 pm, for everyone to enjoy.

Are you in need of some mindfulness?Come join us this Saturday, May 16th, from 1 to 3 pm for our For the Love of Wisdom ...
05/15/2026

Are you in need of some mindfulness?

Come join us this Saturday, May 16th, from 1 to 3 pm for our For the Love of Wisdom program as we welcome guest speaker Anita McFarlane, who will teach learning meditation techniques that help you become more aware.

We have some community surveys available at our front desk for those ages 18 and up who live or work in our community.If...
05/14/2026

We have some community surveys available at our front desk for those ages 18 and up who live or work in our community.

If you have any more questions, please ask one of our staff members.

What is the best board game for game night? Join us this upcoming Friday, May 15th, from 3 to 5 pm for a fun Game Night ...
05/13/2026

What is the best board game for game night?

Join us this upcoming Friday, May 15th, from 3 to 5 pm for a fun Game Night at our library. Bring your favorite games or come play with one of the many games donated to the library.

Did you know this month is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month? Participate in the largest book club on t...
05/09/2026

Did you know this month is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month?

Participate in the largest book club on the West Coast in One Book One Coast! Libraries from around California, Oregon, and Washington State are encouraged to read the graphic memoir π‘‡β„Žπ‘’y πΆπ‘Žπ‘™π‘™π‘’π‘‘ π‘ˆπ‘  πΈπ‘›π‘’π‘šπ‘¦ by George Takei.

The graphic memoir is based on actor/activist/author George Takei’s childhood in Japanese American Incarceration Camps. π‘‡β„Žπ‘’y πΆπ‘Žπ‘™π‘™π‘’π‘‘ π‘ˆπ‘  πΈπ‘›π‘’π‘šπ‘¦ by George Takei explores themes of identity, loyalty, resilience, patriotism, and family.

We will have unlimited e-book copies of the graphic novel in Spanish and English available on Libby from now until June 6th.

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by reading Takei's graphic memoir.

For more information about One Book One Coast, visit: https://lacountylibrary.org/one-book-one-coast/

Want to create a community with art?We are happy to have local artist Christine Dispas host their Crown Chakra Art Works...
05/08/2026

Want to create a community with art?

We are happy to have local artist Christine Dispas host their Crown Chakra Art Workshop at our library this Saturday, May 9th, from 1 to 3 pm.

Come join a refreshing and mindful art workshop.

Do you have a 3D model you have been wanting to paint?Come join us painting life into a 3D model, or bring your own, thi...
05/07/2026

Do you have a 3D model you have been wanting to paint?

Come join us painting life into a 3D model, or bring your own, this Friday, May 8th, from 3-5pm!

Did you know it is Skagit Kids Reading Week? We are having a special program today, Tuesday, May 5th, from 4-5 pm, featu...
05/05/2026

Did you know it is Skagit Kids Reading Week?

We are having a special program today, Tuesday, May 5th, from 4-5 pm, featuring a visit by local author Kami Bratten.

Don't miss out on hearing a wonderful story accompanied by a fun craft.

Read more about this event: https://skagitchildrensmuseum.org/events/skagit-kids-read-week/?fbclid=IwY2xjawRnB6dleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEzNnByTERtM0tmZEkyVlgwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnCvo-M-VKa3Xd8U6t6g2MowNX_w2icvf5vXGPutEtQcpzcQpHaDh2_G9NWo_aem_tExUFpervxX24k3FNYb4Og

πŸ“šβœ¨ Skagit Kids Read Week is almost here! From May 4–10, families across Skagit County are invited to celebrate the joy of reading with storytimes, crafts, author visits, and literacy fun all week long! πŸ’›
Don’t miss the special event at the Children’s Museum of Skagit County featuring Washington author Kami Bratten on Saturday, May 9 at 11 AM! Enjoy a live reading of Rooster!, interactive activities, and book signing fun. πŸ“πŸ“–
A huge THANK YOU to our sponsors:
✨ Soroptimist International of Burlington
✨ Burlington LTAC
✨ Skagit County LTAC
✨ Burlington Plaza
And thank you to our amazing local library partners for supporting literacy all across Skagit County! πŸ“šπŸ’« Check out their Skagit Kids Read Week events:
⏰ Anacortes Public Library β€” Friday, 5/08/26 @ 10:00 AM & 10:45 AM
⏰ Burlington Public Library β€” Wednesday, 5/06/26 @ 10:30 AM
⏰ Central Skagit Library β€” Pre-K Storytime, Tuesday 5/05/26 @ 11:00 AM
⏰ La Conner Swinomish Library β€” Story Time, Wednesday 5/06/26 @ 2:15 PM
⏰ Mount Vernon City Library β€” Rooster! available for reading & checkout
⏰ Upper Skagit Library β€” Tuesday, 5/05/26 @ 4:00 PM
Learn more about the author and the event here: https://skagitchildrensmuseum.org/events/skagit-kids-read-week/

Check the Facebook event for updates: https://www.facebook.com/events/1522414779586576

Come join us and form good memories at our Art and Crafts program today, Saturday, May 2nd, from 12 to 3 pm!Today, we ar...
05/02/2026

Come join us and form good memories at our Art and Crafts program today, Saturday, May 2nd, from 12 to 3 pm!

Today, we are doing crafts with stamps and symmetry.

It's never too late to learn a new skill! Come join us in our Mending Circle, learn from Allison Frost, who will guide u...
05/01/2026

It's never too late to learn a new skill!

Come join us in our Mending Circle, learn from Allison Frost, who will guide us in using mending techniques and tools this upcoming Saturday, May 2nd, from 3:30-5 pm.

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45952 Main Street
Concrete, WA
98237

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Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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