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!

Inktober

Inktober! (All Ages): Pick up a kit with prompts every day for artists/writers to respond to – a project to create and share.

October Storywalk: How Are You/¿Cómo estas?

October Storywalk®: Take a short walk around town and read the bilingual book How Are You?/¿Cómo estas? by Angela Dominguez. Start at the Library's front door!

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.

Pumpkinmania!

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.

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

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.

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

Library Advisory Board Meeting – Public 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.

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.

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 Advisory Board

Thursday, Oct. 26 @ 4:30pm—Teen Advisory Board (Teens): Calling all teens to join our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting and help collaborate with the library on programs, collections, games and more. Snacks provided!

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.

Movie Night: Casper (1995) (PG)

Friday, Oct. 27 @ 4:00pm—Family Movie Night: Casper (PG) (All Ages): Watch the live-action movie on the big screen with hot popcorn

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

Candy Crawl!

Tuesday, Oct. 31 @ 3:00-5:00pm (drop-in)—Candy Crawl: Visit the library for a special treat during Mt. Angel’s annual Candy Crawl!

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!

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

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 – Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.

Book Pumpkins

Thursday, Nov. 9 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafts: Book Pumpkin (Adults): Create a decorative pumpkin out of an old book! All supplies provided.

Pizza Dinner & National 4-H STEM Night

Thursday, Nov. 9 @ 5:30pm—National 4-H STEM Night (Grades 6-8, Ages 11-14): Participants will complete 3 STEM challenges and take home some fun activities. Optional pizza dinner starts at 5:00. Call 971.370.5040 to register

Teen Hangout: Escape Room!

Friday, Nov. 10, 4:30-7:30pm (drop-in)—Teen Hangout (Ages 12-18): Join us for an escape room board game. Pizza and water provided.

LIBRARY CLOSED – Veteran’s Day

Saturday, November 11th: The library will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day.  We will re-open Tuesday, November 14th @ 9:00am.

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

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 – Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.

Library Advisory Board Meeting – Public Welcome!

Wednesday, Nov. 15 @ 6:30pm—Library Advisory Board Meeting (rescheduled from Oct.) (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.

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!

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

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 – Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.

Charlie Brown Thanksgiving!

Tuesday, Nov. 22 @ 1:30pm—Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (All ages): Watch this heartwarming TV classic while enjoying the feast along with the characters.

LIBRARY CLOSED – Thanksgiving & Day After

Thursday, November 23rd, and Friday, November 24th: The library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen Saturday, November 25th at 9:00am.

APPY Hour (1-on-1 Tech Help)

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 – Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.

Teen Advisory Board & Teen Book Club

Thursday, Nov. 30 @ 4:30pm—Teen Advisory Board and Book Club (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. Pizza provided! Book Club will meet for the first 30 minutes! Pick up your copy at the library.

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 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

Stories & STEAM Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11):  Through hands-on activities and books, explore simple machines with us Dec. 5, 12 & 26, and on Dec. 19, work together to solve “Who Stole Santa’s Cookies?” Snacks provided.

Recycled Book Angel

Wednesday, Dec. 6 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafts: Recycled Book Angel:  Create a beautiful angel out of a book, a perfect decoration for the holidays. All supplies provided.

Computer Class: Google Docs

Thursday, Dec. 7 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: Google Docs «: In this class, participants will learn how to use Google Docs basic features for creating, editing, and sharing word processing documents. Owning a computer is not necessary. Registration is required. Call 971.370.5040 to reserve your spot.

Family Movie: Elf

Friday, Dec. 8 @ 4:30pm—Family Movie Night (All Ages): Enjoy the hilarious holiday classic, Elf (PG) on the big screen with hot popcorn.

Giggles the Elf

Saturday, Dec. 9 @ 3:00pm—Giggles the Elf (Families): Enjoy stories, games, and a special elf craft with Giggles the Elf!

APPY Hour Tech Help

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 503.845.6401 to make an appointment for a one-on-one session.

Stories & STEAM Simple Machines

Tuesdays @ 4:00pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11):  Through hands-on activities and books, explore simple machines with us Dec. 5, 12 & 26, and on Dec. 19, work together to solve “Who Stole Santa’s Cookies?” Snacks provided.