Spring into a staycation with Sno-Isle Libraries

 

As crocuses push through winter soil and Whidbey Island celebrates Earth and Ocean Month, our thoughts turn to exploits in better weather. Sure, the cherry blossoms are blooming in Kyoto and Beltane bonfires are burning in Edinburgh, but have you been to your local library? Celebrate new adventures with the library as your tour guide!

 

A novel way to begin your exploration

 

Set the course for exciting escapades! Settle in with a steaming cup of tea or coffee, a spellbinding book, and a long afternoon of reading. Tour a fantasy world or explore one of your favorite places on Earth from the comfort of home. Ask a librarian for suggestions about your next “trip” or visit sno-isle.org/custom-reading-list.  

 

Go where you haven’t gone before

 

What’s a staycation without a backyard expedition? Check out a Discover Pass to visit a Washington state park, recreation site, or wildlife area that’s new to you. Did you know that you can borrow a Discover Pass for up to seven days? Need help deciding? We can help you choose where to go next by suggesting books on Pacific Northwest hikes, short excursions, or garden tours.

 

Reconnect with nature

 

Sometimes the shortest journeys are the most fulfilling. With the help of the Wise Gardener Book Group or librarian-curated lists like "Gardening in the Pacific Northwest" and "Gardening for Native Pollinators," breathe in fresh air, putter around the patio, and take time to cultivate a new world of well-being.

 

The perfect escape

 

Whether your wanderings take you near or far, choosing the road less traveled and discovering something new is good for the heart and mind. As winter turns to spring and we wait for sunnier days and higher temperatures, ditch the mundane with the help of Sno-Isle Libraries – in person or online.

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Written by Maria Romero

Island Senior Resources, April 2024