Monthly Archives: December 2011

New Library Hours in the New Year

To better serve customers, all branches of Mid-Columbia Libraries will undergo a change in open hours beginning on January 1, 2012.  The libraries' hours are being realigned to improve and expand access for customers.  Weekday hours will extend until 7:00 p.m., and libraries with Saturday hours will be open from at least 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

"We at Mid-Columbia Libraries are happy to be able to provide revised hours at all libraries," said Kyle Cox, Executive Director.  "We know that, for homes in our service area, most adults and most parents are working.  The new hours will make sure as many people as possible can access the library.  We're proud to be a tax-funded public agency that operates according to our customers' schedules," he said.

New library hours beginning January 1, 2012

  • Basin City Branch - Tues - Fri: 2 - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 5 pm.
  • Benton City Branch - Mon - Thurs: 11 am - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 3 pm.
  • Connell Branch - Mon - Fri: 2 - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 4 pm.
  • Kahlotus Branch - Mon-Tues: 2 - 7 pm. Weds - Thurs: 10 am - 1 pm & 5 - 7 pm.
  • Keewaydin Park Branch - Mon - Fri: 11 am - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 3 pm.
  • Kennewick Branch - Mon - Thurs: 9 am - 9 pm. Fri: 9 am - 7 pm. Sat: 9 am - 5 pm. Sun: 1 - 5 pm.
  • Othello Branch - Mon - Fri: 11 am - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 3 pm.
  • Pasco Branch - Mon - Thurs: 9 am - 9 pm. Fri: 9 am - 7 pm. Sat: 9 am - 5 pm. Sun: 1 - 5 pm.
  • Prosser Branch - Mon - Fri: 11 am - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 3 pm.
  • West Richland Branch - Mon - Fri: 11 am - 7 pm. Sat: 10 am - 3 pm.
  • West Pasco Branch: Opening in Fall, 2012!

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Need a Date Night?

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Christmas cookies

My kids are busy baking and decorating Christmas cookies together. This is the first time that they've done it and I'm so proud of them. They are 12 and 9 years. Together we'll make goody plates for friends and family. Tonight we'll deliver them and visit some wonderful people.

Plate of holiday cookies

Happy Holidays to you and your family!
Click here for some great Holiday Cookie and Homemade Candy recipes.

RV There Yet?

Enjoy the journey!  Enter to win 3 days and 2 night use of a diesel pusher from the RV There Yet? fleet to create an experience that you'll never forget for your family!
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Register for the prize on the Mom Magazine blog then LIKE us at www.facebook.com/rvthereyet2rent!  We'd love to know where YOU want to go in 2012! Deadline to register is midnight December 31st!

Family Reading Night

First Fruits reading night

Make the Holidays Brighter for Hungry Families

Each year Senske decorates the corporate office with over 140,000 Christmas Decor lights, animated to your favorite holiday songs which is broadcast over a localized radio station, 101.7 FM.

This year, they're using the display to raise awareness, food and monetary donations for 2nd Harvest. 2nd Harvest leads a network of over 250 local food banks & meal centers throughout Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho. They raise over 1.7 million pounds of food each month to feed hungry people.

Visit Senke's Corporate office at 400 N Quay, Kennewick, Washington for a light show your entire family will enjoy! Check out the schedule below to see hours and events.

Show Dates: December 2, 2011 - January 2, 2012
Show Times:
5 pm - 10 pm
Special Events:
December 16 5 pm - 8 pm
Hot chocolate with the Senske elves.

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How you can help 2nd Harvest:

  • Donate Online.

    Click the donation button on Senke's website and make a secure online donation directly to 2nd Harvest.
  • Visit.

    Stop by the Holiday Harvest Lights Show from December 2nd - January 2nd. Make your monetary or non-perishable food items to the Senske Elves, or to the food bin provided outside.
  • Facebook.

    Tag Senke in a post and we'll donate $1 to 2nd Harvest in your name.
  • Text.

    SMS text "HUNGER" to 52000, to instantly donate $10 to 2nd Harvest.

Reindeer Nose treats

I was on the black hole of time called pinterist and found this amazing recipe for fun holiday pretzel treats. Adorable and delicious - with three simple ingredients. Kisses, round pretzels and m&m's. I'm so excited to try it with the kids.

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She calls them pretzel snacks. Her friends call them Reindeer Noses. Check out the step-by-step instructions and photos at the House on the Hilltop blog.

Pretzel Kisses

I love learning new ideas and recipes that are not only delicious, but fun to do with the kids. Just when you think you know everything, someone surprises you! Please share some of your favorite treats with us too. Add your items with a link in the comments section below and we'll be sure to share them with our readers.

Santa Pictures Make Great Gifts

Come visit Santa at Columbia Center Mall now until December 24th at the Sears Court. Here are his hours:

Dec 5th - Dec 23rd:
Mon-Thurs: 10am - 8pm
Friday-Saturday: 10am - 8:30pm
Sunday: 11am - 7pm


Christmas Eve:

Dec 24th: 8am - 6pm
Note: Santa takes daily breaks to feed the reindeer. Break times may vary.

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Santa Photo Packages and Prices

1. CD - Multi Image High Resolution - Up to (3) Images $29.99

Personalized Christmas Cards
2. 20 Christmas Cards only $29.99
3. 12 Christmas Cards after the Purchase of a 20 Christmas Card Package $12.99

Santa's Favorite Photo Packages
4. Two 6x8 Photo Package with Border $24.99
5. One 5x7, Two Wallet and One 3.5x5 Photo Package $24.99
6. One 5x7 and Four Wallet Photo Package $24.99

Featured Photo Packages
7. Two 3.5x5 and Four Wallet Package $22.99
8. Two 6x8 Photo Package $19.99
9. Two 5x7 Photo Package $17.99
10. Second Photo Package $12.99
11. Third Photo Package $10.00

Santa's Super Savers Make Gifts For The Entire Family!
12. Holiday Gift Pack with the purchase of Two Photo Packages $12.99
13. Holiday Lights Frame with the Purchase of Two Photo Packages $12.99  
14. Christmas Snow Globe with the Purchase of Two Photo Packages $12.99
15. Classic Frame with the purchase of Two Photo Packages $12.99  
16. One High Resolution CD with the Purchase of a Photo Package $12.99

Festive Accessories For Everyone On Your List! (Photos purchased Separately)
17. Mini Key Chain for Wallet Photo $2.99  
18. Two Mini Key Chains for Wallet Photo $5.00
19. Christmas Snow Globe for Wallet Photo $17.99
20. Holiday Lights Frame for 5x7 Photo $17.99
21. Classic Frame for 5x7 Photo $17.99
22. Holiday Gift Pack $19.99

For more info visit the Columbia Center Mall Santa facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=108975205880790