Writers Café

Thursday, July 20 @ 6:00pm—Writers Café (Teens & Adults): Come enjoy snacks & a time to generate some good stuff with fellow writers! We'll start with chats, set timers to write, & will have the option to share what we wrote. Prompts & treats provided!

Adult Book Discussion: The Dictionary of Lost Words

Thursday, July 27 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion (Adults). Gather to discuss the historical novel celebrating words and the power of language, The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome

Writers Group

Thursday, July 27 @ 6:00pm—Writers Group (Teens & Adults): Gather and chat with a group of fellow writers! Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback on, and get tips on publishing or performing your work.

Computer Class: What Do I Read Next?

Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: What Do I Read Next?*: In this class, participants will learn how to use Goodreads and NoveList to browse reading interests, discover new authors, rate and review your reads, and choose your next literary adventure. Owning a computer is not necessary. *Registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot.

Pod(cast) People

Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 6:00pm—Pod(cast) People (Teens & Adults): Like a book club but for podcasts! We will listen to a monthly curated list of podcast episodes surrounding an interesting topic! This month's topic is Animal Behavior. Email KB at kbuehner@mtangel.gov  to get started.

Craft: Lavender Felt Bouquet

Wednesday, Aug. 9 @ 1:00pm— Lavender Felt Bouquet (Adults & Teens): Keep summer around all year with a beautiful lavender bouquet made out of felt! All supplies provided.

Writers’ Café

Thursday, Aug. 10 @ 6:00pm—Writers Café (Teens & Adults): Come enjoy snacks & a time to write with fellow writers! We'll start with discussion, set timers to write together, end with a chat & share-out.  All writers welcome!

Adult Book Discussion: The Other Einstein

Thursday, August 17 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion (Adults). Gather to discuss The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!

Beaded Crafts

Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 1:00pm—Beaded Crafts (Teens & Adults): Use our large collection of beautiful beads to make earrings, bracelets, necklaces, or suncatchers.  All supplies provided.

Writers’ Group

Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 6:00pm—Writers' Group (Teens & Adults): Gather and chat with a group of fellow writers! Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback on, and get tips on publishing or performing your work.

Computer Class: Google Drive

Thursday, Sept. 7 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: Google Drive*: In this class, participants will learn the many ways in which Google Drive can be used for uploading, organizing, and sharing files in the cloud. Owning a computer is not necessary. *Registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot.

Writers Group

Thursday, Sept. 28 @ 6:00pm—Writers Group (Teens & Adults): Gather and chat with a group of fellow writers! Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback on, and get tips on publishing or performing your work.

Computer Class: Google Tools

Thursday, Oct. 5 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: Google Tools (Adults): Learn how Google's tools for communication, collaboration, productivity, and creativity can help simplify life by allowing you to create, organize, share, and store information. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!

Paint Night with Bob Ross

Thursday, Oct. 5 @ 6:15pm—Paint Night with Bob Ross (Adults): Follow along with a Bob Ross video session. Practice Bob's techniques in your own happy little autumn painting. All materials provided. Due to limited space, registration is required. Call 971-370-5040 to register.

Adult Crafting: Autumn Shadowboxes

Wednesday, Oct. 18 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafting: Autumn Shadowboxes (Adults): Create a natural autumn display showcased in a shadow box for your home. Bring leaves, pinecones, etc. if you wish. All supplies provided.

Adult Book Discussion: The Dry by Jane Harper

Thursday, Oct. 19 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion Group: Gather to discuss The Dry, a mystery thriller set in Australia by Jane Harper. Copies are available at the library. Everyone welcome.

Writers: Preparing for NaNoWriMo

Thursday, Oct. 26 @ 6:00pm— Writers Group: Preparing for NaNoWriMo (Teens & Adults): Calling all writers! Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month this November? Stop in to get some supplies, helpful planning tips, activities, and discussions to get the inspiration going for the heavy writing month ahead! All ages are welcome.

Thanksgiving Card Making

Wednesday, Nov. 1 @ 1:00—Thanksgiving Card Making (Adults): Create handmade Thanksgiving cards using our beautiful supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided.

Computer Class: Google Chrome

Thursday, Nov. 2 @ 1:00pm—Google Chrome: Learn how to personalize Google Chrome with the Web Store and enhance your web browsing experience. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 971.370.5040 to reserve your spot today!

Adult Book Discussion: The Last Mona Lisa

Thursday, Nov. 16 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss the literary mystery, The Last Mona Lisa, by Jonathan Santlofer. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!

Writers Group

Thursday, Nov. 30 @ 6:00pm—Writers Group (and last day of NaNoWriMo!) (Teens & Adults): Gather and chat with a group of fellow writers! Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback on, and get tips on publishing or performing your work. If you're finishing up a NaNoWriMo project, come celebrate and grab a treat!