Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 3:00pm—Ukes for Youth* (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

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.

Weekly Take Home Packet: Journaling

Weekly Take-Home Activity Packet: Journaling Stop by the library to pick up a fun themed activity to work on at home or in the library!  While supplies last.

Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime

Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader, followed by Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends.  All toys provided.

Stories & STEAM: (Almost) Back to School!

Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. This month's theme is (Almost) Back to School!

Teen Hangout

Tuesday, Aug. 8 @ 5:00pm—Teen Hangout (Grades 6-12): Grab a group of friends or come alone and meet some new faces. Board games, crafts, virtual reality game, air conditioning and snacks will be provided.

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All Ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

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.

Summer Activity: Find Your Voice Through Journaling

Wednesday, Aug. 9 @ 4:00pm—Journaling (Ages 5-12): Make your own journal! You will have prompts to help guide you in your writing and to help you find your voice! There are also pencil or pen toppers for you to create to make your journaling feel extra special!

All Ages Summer Fun: STREAMM (drop-in)

Thursday, Aug.10 @ 12:00-2:30pm drop-in—S.T.R.E.A.M.M. (All Ages): Come explore Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math and Music at different activity stations—assemble working circuits, create salad spinner art, explore microscopic worlds, learn how to play ukulele and more! We promise, you won’t be bored!

Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 3:00pm—Ukes for Youth* (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

Karaoke & Movie in the Park! Puss in Boots: The Last Wish

Friday, August 11 @ 8:00pm—Karaoke & Movie in Humpert Park (All Ages): Bring your own chair or blanket, a jacket & bug spray to enjoy the family movie Puss in Boots: the Last Wish (PG) on the library’s outdoor theater—outside in Humpert Park, (400 block of Alder St). Free sno-cones! In inclement weather, the movie will be shown @ the...

Friends of the Library Jumble Sale

Saturday, August 12, 9:00-2:00pm—Friends of the Library Jumble Sale: Get books, crafts, puzzles, and assorted goodies at thrift prices!  Part of the City-Wide Garage Sale. All proceeds go to fund library books & programs!

Weekly Take Home Packet: Music

Weekly Take-Home Activity Packet: Music Stop by the library to pick up a fun themed activity to work on at home or in the library!  While supplies last.

Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime

Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader, followed by Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends.  All toys provided.

Stories & STEAM: (Almost) Back to School!

Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack.

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All Ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

Family Science Night: Oregon Rocks!

Wednesday, August 16 @ 1:00pm—Oregon Rocks! (All Ages): Take off on a geology adventure and explore our ever-changing planet Earth. Dig into rocks, fossils, earthquakes, and volcanoes through activities and rockin’ specimens, and discover the dynamic forces that have shaped Oregon’s landscape over time. Hands-on activities and learning for ALL ages - it's a blast! Presented by U of O’s Museum...

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!

Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 3:00pm—Ukes for Youth* (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

Escape Room: Alice in Wonderland

Thursday, August 17 @ 4:30pm—Alice in Wonderland Escape Room (Grades 6-12): Help Alice escape the Queen of Hearts! Work together to solve the clues and beat the room.

Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime

Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader, followed by Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends.  All toys provided.

Stories & STEAM: (Almost) Back to School

Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. August is (Almost) Back to School Month!

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All Ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

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.

Creature Teachers!

Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 3:00pm—Creature Teachers (All Ages): Experience the wild, weird, wonderful world of live animals, up close & personal!

Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 3:00pm—Ukes for Youth* (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 4:30pm— Teen Advisory Board (Ages 12-18): Calling all teens to join our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting and help collaborate with the library on programs, collections, games & more. Snacks provided!

Virtual Reality

Friday, Aug. 25 @ 1:00-4:30pm— Virtual Reality* (Teens & Adults): Book your 30-minute slot to experience one of our virtual reality programs. Signed release must be on record. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot or for more info.

Community Helpers Bilingual Storytime & Indoor Playtime

Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader, followed by Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends.  All toys provided.

Stories & STEAM: (Almost) Back to School

Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. This month's theme is (Almost) Back to School!

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All Ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

Water Wednesday!

Wednesday, Aug. 30 @ 1:00-3:00pm (drop-in)—Water Wednesday (Ages 6 & under): Enjoy water activities in the Courtyard for kids 6 years and younger with a caregiver. Bring a towel and sunscreen. Weather permitting.

Summer Reading Program Finale Party!

Thursday, Aug. 31 @ 1:00-3:00pm—Summer Reading Program Finale Party (All Ages): Enjoy games, crafts, prizes, sno-cones, a talent show, and more! Grand Prize drawings will take place at 2:45. Deadline to turn in your reading log is 1:00 to be entered.

APPY Hour

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

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.

Karaoke & Movie in the Park: Wonder

Friday, Sept. 8 @ ~9:00pm—Movie in Fisher Park (All Ages): Bring your own chair or blanket, a jacket & bug spray to enjoy the family movie Wonder (PG) on the library’s outdoor theater—outside in Fisher Park (500 Block of May St). Free sno-cones! In inclement weather, the movie will be shown @ the Library. Karaoke/Sing-along begins at 8:00pm!

LIBRARY CLOSED: OKTOBERFEST PRACTICE

The Library will be closed Saturday, September 9th for Oktoberfest rehearsals. The outdoor book return will also be locked. We apologize for any inconvenience. We will re-open Tuesday, September 12th at 9:00am.

LIBRARY CLOSED: OKTOBERFEST

The library will be closed September 13-16 for Oktoberfest (the outdoor bookdrop will also be locked). We apologize for any inconvenience. We will re-open Tuesday, September 19th at 9:00am.

Stories & STEAM: Feelings & Emotions

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Sept. 19 & 26 only) (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. September's theme is Feelings & Emotions!

APPY Hour: 1-on-1 Tech Help

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session

Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 4:00pm (Sept 20 & 27 only)—Ukes for Youth (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

Teen Hangout

Thursday, Sept. 21 @ 5:00pm—Teen Hangout (Grades 6-12): Grab a group of friends or come alone and meet some new faces. Board games, crafts, virtual reality game, air conditioning and snacks will be provided.

Stories & STEAM: Feelings & Emotions

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Sept. 19 & 26 only) (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art hands-on activity & enjoy a snack.

APPY Hour

Wednesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

Ukes for Youth

Thursdays @ 4:00pm (Sept 20 & 27 only)—Ukes for Youth (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.

Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, Sept. 28 @ 4:30pm— Teen Advisory Board (Ages 12-18): Calling all teens to join our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting and help collaborate with the library on programs, collections, games & more. Snacks provided!

APPY Hour

Tuesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 971 370-5040 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session

Stories & STEAM – Messy Experiments!

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm (New Time!)—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Do you like messy? If you do, come learn how baking soda and vinegar react, all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided

Ukes for Youth

Wednesdays @ 4:00pm—Ukes for Youth (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome

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.

Creciendo juntos/Growing Together Storytime

Saturdays @ 1:00pm (New Program!)—Creciendo juntos/ Growing Together Storytime (Families): ¡Atrévete en acompañarnos aprender juntos! ¡Atreves de leyendo libros bilingües podríamos hacer lo! Después abrirá una actividad para la familia. Through bilingual books and activities, we will learn simple words and phrases that help us communicate and grow together!

APPY Hour

Tuesdays, Noon-1:00: APPY Hour (All ages): Need help with your device? Drop in for some technical assistance from our friendly library staff. Or call 971 370-5040 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session

Stories & STEAM: Messy Experiments!

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm (New Time!)—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Do you like messy? If you do, come learn how baking soda and vinegar react, all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided

Ukes for Youth

Wednesdays @ 4:00pm—Ukes for Youth (Ages 8-13): Learn how to play this fun instrument. Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own. Pre-registration is required if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome

Teen Hangout: Murder Mystery!

Thursday, Oct. 12 @ 5:00-6:30pm—Teen Hangout (Grades 6-12): Solving a mystery/murder case is not easy alone! Join us for our 3rd Teen Hangout to solve this case. Gather your crew or come on your own to help unravel the murder mystery. A light charcuterie board with refreshments will be provided.