The Friends will hold their biggest book sale of the year at the Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 18. There will be a wide variety of books available. Here is a long list of library programs for July.

Kingston Book Group: 10 a.m. July 1. Discussion will be about “Moloka’i” by Alan Brennert.

Point Defiance Zoo presents ‘Heroes’: 10:30 a.m. July 1. Learn about some wildlife heroes and how they use their super skills to win the race for survival. Discover how you can be a hero for wildlife. This program is geared toward school-age children. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360-297-2670.

Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m. July 6 and 20. Early Literacy fun with books, songs and rhymes for your preschooler.

Henna Tattoos: 5-6:30 p.m. July 7. Award-winning artist Heidi Bennett will be applying temporary henna tattoos. A permission slip signed by a parent/ guardian is required if participant is younger than 18. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360- 297-3330.

Composting with John Barutt: 10-11:30 a.m. July 8. Join master composter John Barutt for a presentation on composting techniques followed by a chance to ask all your “rot-related” questions. Whether you are new to composting or improving an established system, John will put you on the path to soil success.

Dr. Dave’s Reptile Safaris: 10:30 a.m. July 8. Take a walk on the wild side with Dr. Dave and experience an up-close encounter with reptiles.

Lego @ the Library: 2 p.m. July 8. Join other Lego fans to build fantastic creations. Materials are provided.

Brazillian Dance Party with Eduardo Mendoca: 10:30 a.m. July 13. A native of Salvador, Bahia, and Brazil. Eduardo has played, composed and directed various genres of Brazilian popular music in the US, Canada, Asia and Brazil. He was featured in the PBS American Masters documentary, “Paul Simon: Born at the Right Time.” This event will take place at Mike Wallace Park, adjacent to the Kingston Ferry Terminal.

Kingston Friends of the Library Meeting: Noon to 1 p.m. July 14. This organization supports the library. For more information, email kingstonfol@hotmail.com.

Kingston Writers Group: 6:30 p.m. July 14. Enjoy a friendly, supportive atmosphere to encourage writing.

Library Design Challenge: 10:30 a.m. July 15. Join friends from Rice Fergus Miller of Bremerton to learn basic concepts about architecture, and then design your own dream library. This program is geared toward school-age children. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360-297-3330.

Kingston Friends of the Library Book Sale: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 18 at the Kingston Farmers Market.

Classics Book Group: 6:30 p.m. July 20. Discussion will be on the Alexandria Quartet, which includes the novels, “Justine,” “Balthazar,” “Mountolive” and “Clea” by Lawrence Durrell. Choose one or more to read and discuss.

Crafternoon: 3-4 p.m. July 23. Bring your craft projects, unique skills and creativity. Discover our extensive craft book collection and find inspiration for your next project.

Reptile Man: 10:30 a.m. July 27. Scott Petersen has one of the most comprehensive collections of reptiles on the West Coast. His program creates interest in the natural sciences. Program at Mike Wallace Park, adjacent to the Kingston Ferry Terminal.

Pacific Science Center Presents Codebreakers: 10:30 a.m. July 29. Codes and ciphers are based on mathematical reasoning. Discover the math in real world codes and ciphers by exploring secret messages. Break historical codes, decipher mysteries and create your own form of communication based on logic and patterns. This program is geared toward third, fourth and fifth graders. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by calling 360-297-3330.

Make a Book: 2-4:30 p.m. July 29. Artist Susan Callan will guide participants through the steps of creating a handmade book. Learn skills that have been in practice for more than 1,500 years as you create a unique work of art. Space is limited; call 360-297-3330 to register. For teens and adults.

Libraries will be closed for July 4, Independence Day. Please check our website KRL.org or call us at 360-297-3330 for updated program information.

LITTLE BOSTON

LIBRARY EVENTS

Little Boston Book Group: Noon to 1 p.m. July 1. “Devil’s Highway: A True Story,” by Luis Alberto Urrea.

Adult Crafternoon: 2:30-3:30 p.m. July 1, 8, 22 and 29. Bring your craft projects and discover our extensive craft book collection.

First Wednesday Art Class: 3:30 p.m. July 1. CD Weaving. Learn how to use a CD as a loom to craft a simple woven project. All materials provided. Please pre-register for this event by 360-297-2670.

Dr. Dave’s Reptile Safaris: 1:30 p.m. July 6. Take a walk on the wild side with Dr. Dave and experience an up-close encounter with reptiles.

Preschool Storytime: 10:30 a.m. July 7 and 21. Early literacy fun with books, songs and rhymes for your preschooler.

Point Defiance Zoo presents ‘Heroes’: 1:30 p.m. July 13. Learn about some wildlife heroes and how they use their super skills to win the race for survival. Discover how you can be a hero for wildlife. This program is geared toward school age children. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360-297-2670.

African Beats Drum Workshop: 10:30 a.m. July 14. Two teaching artists from Gansango Music & Dance demonstrate the wide variety of drums found across Africa, and show the young audience members how to play basic rhythms using shakers, bells, drums and clapping. This event will take place at the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Gym, located adjacent to the library.

Marshmallow Constellations: 1:30 p.m. July 20. Learn about constellations by building models using marshmallows. The program is geared toward elementary age children. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360-297-2670.

Lego @ the library: 2 p.m. July 21. Join other Lego fans to build fantastic creations. Materials are provided.

Opera Preview: “Nabucco” by Giuseppe Verdi: 1-2:30 p.m. July 25. Norm Hollingshead lectures about this magnificent epic that contains an engaging twist. Opera previews sponsored in part by anonymous Kingston donors.

Out of this World Adventures with Pacific Planetarium: 1:30 p.m. July 27. With a mobile planetarium dome, experience the night sky and explore some of the fantastic places in our universe. This program is geared toward school age children. Pre-registration is required; reserve your space by contacting us at 360-297-2670.

Kids Dance Party with Play Date: 10:30 a.m. July 28. Play Date is an award winning kiddie music band that consists of husband and wife duo Greg Attouito, lead vocals and founding member of punk rock legends, The Bouncing Souls, and singer/songwriter Shanti Winterage. This event will take place at the Port Gamble S’Klallam Tribal Gym located adjacent to the library.

— Tomi Whalen is manager of the Kingston and Little Boston branch libraries. Contact her at twhalen@krl.org.