‘Triumph of the Will’ | The Grand CinemaThursday, March 26, 6 p.m.See the controversial German propaganda film “Triumph of the Will.” Expert commentary follows with UW Tacoma’s Claudia Gorbman.

Books & Boats | Foss Waterway SeaportSunday, April 12, 12-4 p.m.Family activities including rowing demonstrations, stories and more. At 1 p.m. Pierce County Library Executive Director Georgia Lomax interviews Judy Willman, daughter of UW crew member Joe Rantz.

Puyallup’s Boy in the Boat | Puyallup Public LibrarySaturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.The Puyallup Historical Society presents a history of local boy and UW crew member George “Shorty” Hunt, Jr., including race memorabilia, photographs and film clips of the 1936 Olympic boat race. Cameo appearance by Hunt’s daughter, Kristin Cheney. 2/15 (8.5M)

1936 Olympics and Sports IconsExplore the intersection of sport, spectacle and fascist ideology with history professor Chad Moody.

Book DiscussionShare your ideas, questions and insight in a discussion led by library staff or former UW crew member Jim Maxwell.

‘Chariots of Fire’Watch and discuss a movie about two Olympic runners, one driven by his faith in God and the other his hatred of anti-Semitism. 

Dancing ‘til You DropDiscover dance marathons during The Great Depression. Presented by Gwen Whiting from Washington State Historical Society.

Depression Era in Washington StateGet a perspective on life in 1930s Seattle from Steve Beda, historian from University of Washington.

Dragon BoatsTacoma Dragon Boat rowers discuss types of boats and races as well as racing highlights.

Finding Your RootsExplore your family tree through military records, draft cards and state records and learn more about genealogy resources available through the library.

From Housewives to HeroesThe triumphs and troubles of women during the 1930s. Learn with Gwen Whiting from Washington State Historical Society.

Hard Times in HoovervilleShanty towns sprung up in Tacoma and all across the country during The Great Depression. Presented by Gwen Whiting from Washington State Historical Society.

Hunting for TreasureFind research treasures and online volunteer opportunities with the Washington State Archives.

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Barnes & Noble • Clover Park Technical CollegeEmergency Food Network • Foss Waterway Seaport

Garfield Book Company • The Grand CinemaThe Greater Tacoma Community Foundation

Joint Base Lewis-McChord LibrariesKing’s Books • Lakewood Arts Commission

Lakewood Historical Society and History MuseumLakewood Playhouse • Mostly Books

Pacific Lutheran University • Pierce College PuyallupPierce College Fort Steilacoom

Pierce County Library Foundation and donorsPierce County Library Friends organizationsPuyallup Public Library • Roy Public Library

Sumner Arts Commission • Tacoma Art MuseumUniversity of Puget Sound • University of Washington Tacoma

Washington State History Museum

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Jazz ConcertLakewood Community Jazz Band plays Big Band era jazz and Duke Ellington’s sacred jazz.

‘The Jesse Owens Story’Watch and discuss a movie about Jesse Owens, the African-American athlete who won four gold medals in the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

Jewish Sports HeroesLearn about Jewish athletes through Washington’s history with “Distant Replay” author Stephen Sadis.

Puget Sound BoatbuildingView and discuss the documentary “Throwbacks to a Golden Age of Northwest Boats” with filmmaker John Sabella.

Rag RugsPick up basic techniques to make a rag rug like those made in the 1930s.

A Rower’s StoryTone Lawver, PLU alumnus and former crew coach, shares his experiences in competitive rowing and his love of the water.

Sauerkraut: Grow and Can ItDiscover health benefits and how to can sauerkraut, a staple during The Great Depression.

Victory GardensVegetables: varieties grown during World War II and types to try in Pacific Northwest gardens. Learn with Master Gardener John Valentine.

Women at the Western FrontCostumed historical presentation of women working at the Western front in WWI and WWII by Tames Alan.

Wooden BoatsSee wooden boat models and hear boat-building history with a Gig Harbor BoatShop boatwright.

Youth Marine FoundationMalcolm M. Russell explains how Tacoma’s Youth Marine Foundation prepares young people to be good boaters, mechanics and citizens.

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Flash Fiction (or Not) Writing Contest March 1–31Win! Two free tickets to Pierce County Library Foundation’s reception

with author Daniel James Brown on April 24 (a $250 value)

Guidelines • Write about sports, triumph over adversity, water, WWII, or

being part of a team • Use 750 words or less and submit by March 31 • Be a Washington state resident at least 18 years of age

Enter • Email submission as an attachment (include name, address,

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Photo Credits: Post-Intellligencer Collection, Museum of History and Industry; Judith Willman Materials.

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Meet author Daniel James BrownFriday, April 247 p.m.

Pick up a copy of “The Boys in the Boat,” the 2015 selection for Pierce County Library System’s 8th annual Pierce County READS program, presented in partnership with The News Tribune.

Dive into the Daniel James Brown best-seller that chronicles the 1936 University of Washington crew team and their epic quest for gold at the Berlin Olympics.

Extend your experience with the book at 63 free events throughout the county. Enter to win a signed copy of the book at your local library or online at piercecountyreads.org. Cap off your journey with a visit from the author himself. Daniel James Brown will speak and sign books at the McGavick Conference Center @ Clover Park Technical College on Friday, April 24.

Bonney Lake Pierce County Library18501 90th St. E. 98391 • 253-548-3308

Dragon Boats .....................................................Saturday, March 14, 1 p.m.Sauerkraut: Grow and Can It ............................ Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m.Finding Your Roots .............................................Wednesday, April 8, 7 p.m.

Buckley Pierce County Library123 S. River Ave. 98321 • 253-548-3310 or 360-829-0300

Rag Rugs .......................................................... Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m.Youth Marine Foundation ...................................Saturday, April 18, 11 a.m.

DuPont Pierce County Library1540 Wilmington Drive 98327 • 253-548-3326

Hard Times in Hooverville ............................. Saturday, March 21, 2:30 p.m.Wooden Boats .................................................Saturday, April 11, 3:30 p.m.Finding Your Roots ..................................... Saturday, April 18, 9:30-11 a.m.Book Discussion-UW Crew Member .............. Tuesday, April 21, 6:30-8 p.m.

Eatonville Pierce County Library205 Center St. W. 98328 • 253-548-3311 or 360-832-6011

Rag Rugs ............................................... Saturday, March 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Fife Pierce County Library6622 20th St. E. 98424 • 253-548-3323

Rag Rugs ............................................................Saturday, March 21, 3 p.m.Finding Your Roots ........................................ Wednesday, March 25, 2 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff .........................Monday, April 20, 6:30-8 p.m.

Gig Harbor Pierce County Library4424 Point Fosdick Drive N.W. 98335 • 253-548-3305

1936 Olympics and Sports Icons .................... Tuesday, March 24, 6:30 p.m.Depression Era in Washington State .............. Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m. Finding Your Roots ...............................................Monday, April 6, 6-8 p.m.Wooden Boats ................................................... Monday, April 13, 6-8 p.m.

Graham Pierce County Library9202 224th St. E. 98338 • 253-548-3322

Jazz Concert ............................................... Saturday, March 21, 2-3:30 p.m.1936 Olympics and Sports Icons ......................Monday, March 23, 7-8 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ....................... Thursday, April 9, 2:30-4 p.m.

Key Center Pierce County Library8905 KPN • Lakebay 98349 • 253-548-3309

Finding Your Roots .................................... Thursday, March 12, 6:30-8 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ..........................Thursday, March 26, 11 a.m.Puget Sound Boatbuilding .....................................Thursday, April 2, 7 p.m. Victory Gardens ................................................... Saturday, April 18, 2 p.m.

Lakewood Pierce County Library6300 Wildaire Road S.W. 98499 • 253-548-3302

A Rower’s Story ..................................................Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m.Women at the Western Front .............................Saturday, March 28, 2 p.m.From Housewives to Heroes ................................... Saturday, April 4, 2 p.m.Puget Sound Boatbuilding .......................................Tuesday, April 7, 7 p.m.Jewish Sports Heroes .............................................Tuesday, April 14, 7 p.m.

Milton/Edgewood Pierce County LibrarySurprise Lake Square, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29 • Milton 98354 • 253-548-3325

Dragon Boats .....................................................Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m.Jazz Concert ........................................................... Saturday, April 4, 2 p.m.

Orting Pierce County Library202 Washington Ave. S. 98360 • 253-548-3312

Finding Your Roots ........................................Thursday, March 19, 9:30 a.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff .............................. Saturday, April 18, 2 p.m.

Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library13718 Pacific Ave. S. • Tacoma 98444 • 253-548-3304

Jewish Sports Heroes .........................................Saturday, March 21, 2 p.m.Finding Your Roots ............................................ Thursday, March 26, 7 p.m.‘The Jesse Owens Story’ ...................................... Tuesday, April 7, 5:30 p.m.Hunting for Treasure ..........................................Wednesday, April 8, 5 p.m.Rag Rugs .............................................................Saturday, April 11, 12 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ............................. Thursday, April 16, 1 p.m.

Puyallup Public Library324 S. Meridian 98371 • 253-841-5454

Wooden Boats .............................................. Wednesday, March 25, 7 p.m.Puyallup’s Boy in the Boat ...............................Saturday, April 18, 10:30 a.m.

South Hill Pierce County Library15420 Meridian E. 98375 • 253-548-3303

Finding Your Roots .............................................Saturday, March 28, 2 p.m.Rag Rugs ........................................................... Saturday, April 11, 1-3 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ...............................Monday, April 13, 7 p.m.Dancing ‘til You Drop ........................................... Saturday, April 18, 2 p.m.

Steilacoom Pierce County Library2950 Steilacoom Blvd. 98388 • 253-548-3313

Wooden Boats .................................................. Thursday, March 26, 6 p.m.Women at the Western Front ............................... Saturday, April 11, 2 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ..............................Thursday, April 16, 6 p.m.

Summit Pierce County Library5107 112th St. E. • Tacoma 98446 • 253-548-3321

Victory Gardens .............................................Wednesday, March 18, 3 p.m.Wooden Boats .................................................Tuesday, March 31, 6-8 p.m.‘Chariots of Fire’ ..................................................... Saturday, April 4, 2 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff .............................. Saturday, April 11, 2 p.m.Rag Rugs ................................................................Tuesday, April 14, 7 p.m.

Sumner Pierce County Library1116 Fryar Ave. 98390 • 253-548-3306

Rag Rugs .......................................................Thursday, March 19, 6:30 p.m.Dragon Boats ................................................ Saturday, March 21, 12-2 p.m.Finding Your Roots ............................................... Sunday, March 29, 2 p.m.Book Discussion-UW Crew Member .......................Thursday, April 9, 7 p.m.Sauerkraut: Grow and Can It ...............................Saturday, April 11, 11 a.m.

Tillicum Pierce County Library14916 Washington Ave. S.W. • Lakewood 98498 • 253-548-3314

Rag Rugs ............................................................Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m.‘The Jesse Owens Story’ .........................................Tuesday, April 21, 5 p.m.

University Place Pierce County Library3609 Market Place W., Suite 100 • 98466 • 253-548-3307

Jazz Concert ...............................................Saturday, March 28, 2-3:30 p.m.Hard Times in Hooverville ................................... Sunday, March 29, 2 p.m.Dragon Boats ................................................ Wednesday, April 1, 6:30 p.m.Book Discussion-Library Staff ......................Thursday, April 16, 3:30-5 p.m.

Food DrivePlease bring nonperishable food donations to events. Help the Emergency Food Network provide a reliable food supply so that no one in Pierce County goes hungry.

• Peanut butter• Baby food, formula, diapers• Canned chili, fish, meat, stews• Evaporated or powdered milk• Fruit juices, rice, pasta

Brown will speak and sign books at this free event.Books will be available for purchase.

McGavick Conference Center @ Clover Park Technical College4500 Steilacoom Blvd. S.W., Lakewood 98499