Inktober
Inktober! (All Ages): Pick up a kit with prompts every day for artists/writers to respond to – a project to create and share.
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®: 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!
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. 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!
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.
Friday, Oct. 27 @ 4:00pm—Family Movie Night: Casper (PG) (All Ages): Watch the live-action movie on the big screen with hot popcorn
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
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!
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.
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!
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.
Thursday, Nov. 9 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafts: Book Pumpkin (Adults): Create a decorative pumpkin out of an old book! All supplies provided.
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
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.
Saturday, November 11th: The library will be closed in observance of Veteran's Day. We will re-open Tuesday, November 14th @ 9:00am.
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.
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.
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!
Friday, Nov. 17 @ 4:30-6:00pm—Family Movie Night: Ruby Gillman: Teenage Kraken (PG) (All ages): Watch this animated new release on the big screen with free hot popcorn.
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.
Tuesday, Nov. 22 @ 1:30pm—Charlie Brown Thanksgiving (All ages): Watch this heartwarming TV classic while enjoying the feast along with the characters.
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.
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Come explore simple machines with us all month long, through hands-on activities and books. Snacks provided.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Friday, Dec. 8 @ 4:30pm—Family Movie Night (All Ages): Enjoy the hilarious holiday classic, Elf (PG) on the big screen with hot popcorn.
Saturday, Dec. 9 @ 3:00pm—Giggles the Elf (Families): Enjoy stories, games, and a special elf craft with Giggles the Elf!
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.
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.
Friday, Dec. 15 @ 5:00pm—Teen Hangout (Grades 6-12): Grab a group of friends or come alone and meet some new faces. There has been a crime at the North Pole and we need to solve this case before the Grinch takes over. Wear your ugly sweater or bring an old sweater to decorate. Afterwards, we will enjoy music and board...
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.
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.
Wednesdays @ 10:30am—Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): This month, we will explore empathy through singing, stories, crafts and play. Storytime with the Chief on Dec. 20. Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00): Come play with toys and spend time with friends. All toys provided.
Thursday, December 21 @ 1:00— Adult Book Discussion and Favorite Book Exchange (Adults). Gather to discuss The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. ALSO bring a wrapped, used copy of one of your favorite books to exchange and be ready to share why it is so special to you.
Thurs., Dec. 21 @ 6:00-7:00 (drop-in)—Santa At the Library (Families): Get a photo-op with Santa in front of the library’s fireplace, decorate cookies, enjoy hot cocoa, make an ornament and play reindeer games.
Library closed for the Holidays.
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.
Enjoy the family-fun Christmas movie on the big screen with hot popcorn.
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.
Create a beautiful watercolor painting. All supplies provided. All ages.
Thursday, Dec. 28 @ 4:30pm— Teen Advisory Board and Book Club (Grades 6-12): Calling all interested teens to attend our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting and help collaborate with the library on programs, collections, games, and more. Snacks provided! The Teen Book Club will be held for the first 30 minutes. This month's read is Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Copies are available...
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Through hands-on activities and books, learn about penguins all month long. Snacks provided.
Thursday, January 4 @ 6:30pm—Yums Around the World « (Teens & Adults): Sample snacks from fourteen countries and five different continents while learning about winter holiday traditions from around the world—a great way to kick off our year of “Spice of the Month” activities and be the first to nab January’s take home packet. Space is limited so pre-registration is...
Friday, January 5 @ 4:30pm—Family Movie: Elemental (PG) (Families): Enjoy this new Disney/Pixar film on the big screen while enjoying fresh, hot popcorn.
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—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Through hands-on activities and books, learn about penguins all month long. Snacks provided.
Wednesday, January 10 @ 1:00pm—Volunteer Orientation: Are you interested in volunteering at the library? Attend this orientation to find out if joining our great team of dedicated volunteers is right for you. Call 971-370-5040 for more information or come by the library for an application.
