Dr. Deborah Giles: Eba, the Whale-Poop Sniffing Rescue Dog
Meet Conservation Canine Eba The Whale Dog, a poop-sniffing rescue dog in the University of Washington’s Center for Conservation Biology Whale Scat Program. Eba is helping Dr. Sam Wasser and Dr. Deborah Giles to better understand how to save the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales. Giles will talk about how Eba finds whale poop, what analyzing the fecal matter tells us about the whales, and steps we can all take to help recover this beloved population of whales.
Calling writers of all genres! Held on the second Saturday of the month, Open Mic Night is for anyone interested in writing. Don’t be shy, come read your work or just listen. You’ll be inspired to write more! For more information please contact Pam Herber at pjherber@interisland.net or Genevieve Iverson at giverson@sjlib.org.
Learn the Zoom video conference application features in a low-pressure environment! During COVID-19, many of us have had to learn Zooming on the fly or never had an opportunity to learn at all. This class will address basic Zoom features at a pace where you can learn and give you the confidence to attend–or even lead–a Zoom meeting on your own. We’ll cover using the microphone and video camera, reactions, screen views, and more!
Get tech help with computers, tablets, and smartphones via Zoom. After determining your needs, you will work one-on-one with a volunteer. Tech Help is designed to help you learn to use your technology and troubleshoot minor problems. To attendplease complete this form.
Judy Newland: Exploring the Meaning of Textiles through Time and Place
Through textiles, we can explore art, society, politics, religion and more, making connections between cultures and through time. Textiles surround and swaddle us from birth to death, a part of the social fabric, bringing meaning to our physical, emotional, and spiritual lives. Join Judy on an adventure using natural dyes, material culture, landscape, and travel to explore textiles through time and place.
Pick up a Winter Wonderland Grab & Go Craft Kit during our curbside service day on Saturday, January 23 from 11-2 PM. While supplies last.
Crafts included in the kit are appropriate for a variety of age levels. You will need to supply your own glue, scissors, and paint or makers. All other materials are provided. Enjoy!
Dr. Deborah Giles: Eba, the Whale-Poop Sniffing Rescue Dog
Meet Conservation Canine Eba The Whale Dog, a poop-sniffing rescue dog in the University of Washington’s Center for Conservation Biology Whale Scat Program. Eba is helping Dr. Sam Wasser and Dr. Deborah Giles to better understand how to save the endangered Southern Resident Killer Whales. Giles will talk about how Eba finds whale poop, what analyzing the fecal matter tells us about the whales, and steps we can all take to help recover this beloved population of whales
The Mullis Center Book Club reads Haunting Paris by Mamta Chaudhry. Print, downloadable e-book and e-audiobook copies are available through the Library.
