Escape Room
Thursday, Aug. 25 @ 12:00—Escape Room (Teens & Tweens): Escape Room at the library! See if you can figure out puzzles, codes and riddles to "escape" the library! Snacks provided.
Thursday, Aug. 25 @ 12:00—Escape Room (Teens & Tweens): Escape Room at the library! See if you can figure out puzzles, codes and riddles to "escape" the library! Snacks provided.
Thursdays @ 3:30am—SRP Fun: (Ages 5-11): Explore our Summer Reading Program theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path,” with programs that feature books, games, crafts, hands-on activities, take-home packets and more! Aug. 4: Camping—Discover the fun of camping through a variety of stories, games, crafts, and hands on activities. Aug. 11: Family Space Camp—Explore the constellations in the night sky...
Friday, Aug. 26 @ 2:00-4:30—Virtual Reality + (Ages 13+): 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): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Wednesday, Aug. 31 @ 12:00-2:00—Summer Reading Closing Celebration & Prize Drawings: Celebrate your summer reading accomplishments at this street fair full of games, activities and fun! Grand Prize and Contest drawings will begin at 1:45 but you do not need to be present to win. All reading logs are due by 1:30 in order to be eligible.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 9/6- Join us on a bear hunt through the library and make a cute bear craft! 9/13- Oktoberfest crafts, history, and a classic German storybook translated to English!...
Wednesday, Sept. 7 @ 1:00—Adult Crafts: Recycled Magazine Bowl: Create a beautiful decorative bowl made out of recycled magazines. All supplies provided.
Thursday, Sept. 8 @ 1:00—Internet Basics +: Gather in a small group to learn the basics of using the internet. This in-person workshop is for those who are new to the internet or want to build more confidence finding information online and navigating websites. Attendees will learn about web browsers and search engines, build skills to navigate the internet, and...
Friday, Sept. 9, 5:00-7:30 (drop-in)—Sidewalk Chalk Festival (All ages): Create a masterpiece out of chalk! People of all ages and skill levels are invited to decorate a square of sidewalk on Charles St. using chalk and a lot of imagination! All supplies provided. Sign in @ the Library to receive your assigned space and chalk.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Tuesdays Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends. All toys provided.
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 9/6- Join us on a bear hunt through the library and make a cute bear craft! 9/13- Oktoberfest crafts, history, and a classic German storybook translated to English!...
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Tuesdays Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends. All toys provided.
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 9/6- Join us on a bear hunt through the library and make a cute bear craft! 9/13- Oktoberfest crafts, history, and a classic German storybook translated to English!...
Thursday, Sept. 22 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George. Copies are available at the library. Everyone welcome.
Thursday, Sept. 22 @ 4:30—Teen Movie Night (Middle & High School): Watch the first Twilight (PG-13) movie on the big screen while enjoying popcorn and soda!
Friday, Sept. 23, 3:00-4:30 (drop-in)—LEGO Lab (All ages): Build an original creation out of LEGOs to put on display in the library for all to see! All supplies provided.
Saturday, Sept. 24, 1:00-3:00 (drop-in)—Providence Benedictine Health Fair: Happy “Healthy Aging Month” from Providence Benedictine! Join us for a day clinic in the Community Room at Mt. Angel Public Library. We will be hosting blood pressure checks, balance coaching, diabetes/hypertension education and more! We'll also provide healthy eating shopping lists, yummy recipes and job opportunities. Spend your Saturday afternoon with dietitians,...
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to...
Tuesdays Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends. All toys provided.
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 9/6- Join us on a bear hunt through the library and make a cute bear craft! 9/13- Oktoberfest crafts, history, and a classic German storybook translated to English!...
Wednesday, Sept. 28 @ 1:00 (Adults) & 3:30 (Teens & Tweens)—Halloween Card Making: Create boo-ti-ful handmade Halloween cards using our ghoulish supply of rubber stamps and creepy decorative paper. All supplies provided.
Thursday, Sept. 29 @ 3:00-6:30— 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 Oct. 25): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 10/4- Get in the Halloween spirit by making your own Jack-o-lantern out of a glass jar! 10/11- Let's talk about germs! Learn how germs spread and sculpt your...
Wednesdays @ 3:00– STEM Girls (1st & 3rd) STEM Guys (2nd & 4th) (Grades 5-8). Become a Bird Scout Citizen Scientist! Explore feathers, flights and the features that make birds unique. Use tools and technology to identify local species and help scientists track changes in bird distribution and abundance across the globe! Every session includes hands-on activities and active research....
Thursday, October 6 @ 1:00pm—Windows 10 Basics+. Gather in a small group to learn how to navigate the Windows 10 operating system, manage applications using the task manager, find and manage files and folders, save and delete files and more. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!
Thursday, October 6 @ 4:30 (Teens & Tweens) 6:00 (Adults) — Paint Night +. Paint an autumn scene in a step-by-step class led by our own Katie! All supplies provided. Space is limited so registration is required. NOTE: Parents and teens may attend the 6:00 session together.
Thursday, October 6 @ 4:30 (Teens & Tweens) 6:00 (Adults) — Paint Night +. Paint an autumn scene in a step-by-step class led by our own Katie! All supplies provided. Space is limited so registration is required. NOTE: Parents and teens may attend the 6:00 session together.
Friday, Oct. 7 & 21, 3:00-4:30 (drop-in)—LEGO Lab (All ages): Build an original creation out of LEGOs to put on display in the library for all to see! All supplies provided.
Friday, Oct. 7 @ 6:15—Family Movie Night @ St. Mary’s Elementary School (Families): Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with food, fun, and Encanto (PG).
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on Oct. 25): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 10/4- Get in the Halloween spirit by making your own Jack-o-lantern out of a glass jar! 10/11- Let's talk about germs! Learn how germs spread and sculpt your...
Wednesday, Oct 12 @ 1:00— Adult Crafts: Halloween Nail Art: Tap into your creativity and holiday spirit by making Halloween themed nail & string art!
Wednesdays @ 3:00– STEM Girls (1st & 3rd) STEM Guys (2nd & 4th) (Grades 5-8). Become a Bird Scout Citizen Scientist! Explore feathers, flights and the features that make birds unique. Use tools and technology to identify local species and help scientists track changes in bird distribution and abundance across the globe! Every session includes hands-on activities and active research....
Thursday, Oct 13 @ 4:30— Halloween Nail Art (teens & tweens): Tap into your creativity and holiday spirit by making Halloween themed nail & string art! Snacks provided. Bring your own hammer.
Friday, Oct. 14 @ 6:30pm—Hocus Pocus (PG) (All Ages): Watch this spooky classic on the big screen while enjoying hot popcorn. A “Next Friday” event.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on Oct. 25): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 10/4- Get in the Halloween spirit by making your own Jack-o-lantern out of a glass jar! 10/11- Let's talk about germs! Learn how germs spread and sculpt your...
Wednesdays @ 3:00– STEM Girls (1st & 3rd) STEM Guys (2nd & 4th) (Grades 5-8). Become a Bird Scout Citizen Scientist! Explore feathers, flights and the features that make birds unique. Use tools and technology to identify local species and help scientists track changes in bird distribution and abundance across the globe! Every session includes hands-on activities and active research....
Wednesday, Oct. 19 @ 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. 20 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion (Adults). Gather to discuss the bestselling thriller, The River at Night, by Erica Ferencik. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!
Thursday, Oct. 20 @ 3:00-6:00— 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.
Friday, Oct. 7 & 21, 3:00-4:30 (drop-in)—LEGO Lab (All ages): Build an original creation out of LEGOs to put on display in the library for all to see! All supplies provided.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on Oct. 25): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 10/4- Get in the Halloween spirit by making your own Jack-o-lantern out of a glass jar! 10/11- Let's talk about germs! Learn how germs spread and sculpt your...
Wednesday, Oct. 26 @ 1:00 (Adults)—Thanksgiving Card Making: Create handmade Thanksgiving cards using our beautiful supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided.
Wednesdays @ 3:00– STEM Girls (1st & 3rd) STEM Guys (2nd & 4th) (Grades 5-8). Become a Bird Scout Citizen Scientist! Explore feathers, flights and the features that make birds unique. Use tools and technology to identify local species and help scientists track changes in bird distribution and abundance across the globe! Every session includes hands-on activities and active research....
Thursday, Oct. 27 @ 6:00-6:45— Writing Workshop (Teens & Adults): Are you a writer or thinking about becoming one? Award-winning local author Donna Hues, will offer a workshop to explore the fundamentals of writing. Bring up to three pages of your writing and receive feedback on your work.
Monday, Oct. 31, 3:00-5:00—Candy Crawl: Trick-or-treat along the city streets at participating businesses—including the Library!
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on Nov. 22): 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. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted...
Tuesday, Nov. 1—Dia de los Muertos Face Painting @ 3:30 (Ages 5-12) and @ 5:00 (Teens & Tweens): Day of the Dead face painting- learn how to turn your own face into a "candy skull" with face paint and gems!
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, Nov. 2 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafts: Recycled Book Turkey (Adults): Just in time for Thanksgiving, create this festive turkey centerpiece made out of recycled books.
