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!
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.
Friday, August 11 @ 5:00-6:30pm—Next Friday (All Ages): Tie-dye a bandana (or bring your own white t-shirt) outside the Library!
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...
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 3:00pm—Creature Teachers (All Ages): Experience the wild, weird, wonderful world of live animals, up close & personal!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Thursday, Aug. 31 @ 1:00 Get your reading logs turned in for the final prize drawing at 2:45 at the Finale Party!
The Library will be closed September 2nd in observance of Labor Day. We will re-open Tuesday, September 5th, at 9:00am.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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
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
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!
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.
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!
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
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
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
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.
Saturday, Oct. 14 @ 3:00pm—Pumpkinmania! (Families): Join us for everything pumpkin! Crafts, games, science, carving, and pie: If you love pumpkins, this is the place for you. Registration is required so we have enough pumpkins for everyone! Call 971 370-5040 to register.
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
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
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.
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
Wednesday, Oct. 18 @ 6:30pm—Library Advisory Board Meeting (Open to the public): The Library Advisory Board meets four times per year and exists to advise, recommend, and advocate for the library. Any interested community member is welcome to attend.
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.
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
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
