Tuesday, June 28 @ 3:30—Danza Azteca (All ages): Sit under the big tree at St. Mary’s Elementary School and enjoy the performance of Danza Azteca as they display Aztec culture and traditions through dance, music and art.
Wednesday, June 29 @ 1:00—Card Making (Adults & Teens): Create beautiful handmade cards using our gorgeous supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided.
Thursday, June 30 @ 3:15—Back Country Cooking (Ages 5-10): Learn how to make yummy snacks on the go in a country-themed cooking class that requires no heat/baking!
Library closed in observance of Independence Day.
Wednesday, July 6 & 20 @ 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, July 7 @ 1:00—Basic Computers +: Gather in a small group to learn the basics of using a computer: identify basic parts & computer programs; use a mouse & keyboard; create, print & save a document. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!
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! July 7: Scavenger Hunt—Use your new compass to navigate these Scavenger Hunts that explore indoors, outdoors, & all around the town.
Friday, July 8 @ 5:00-8:00pm—Life-Sized Family Games (All ages): Jenga, Connect Four, Ker-Plunk, Candy Land and more! Enjoy these life-sized games together outside on Charles St. A “Next Friday” event.
Friday, July 8 @ 9:00pm—Movie in the Park (All ages): Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy the family movie Raya and the Last Dragon (PG) on the library’s new outdoor theater—outside in Fisher Park, 500 May St. Free sno-cones! In windy or rainy weather, the movie will be shown @ the Library. A “Next Friday” event.
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...
Tuesday, July 12 @ 3:30—Outdoor Painting (All Ages): Help us create new artwork for our Children’s Area, making art on the patio, in the style of Eric Carle.
Wednesday, July 13 @ 1:00—Adult Crafting: Dried Flowers: Create beautiful cards & bookmarks using flowers dried in the microwave. Use what we provide or bring flowers from home. All supplies 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! July 14: Terrific Trees— Discover trees from the inside out.
Thursday, July 14 @ 5:00—Harry Potter Wands, Trivia and Potions (Teens & Tweens): Test your Harry Potter knowledge with themed trivia! Make your own wand and try your hand at potions! Snacks provided.
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...
Tuesday, July 19 @ 3:30—Paradise of Samoa (All ages): Sit under the big tree at St. Mary’s Elementary School and enjoy authentic Pacific Island dancing and music performed by this Polynesian dance troupe.
Wednesday, July 6 & 20 @ 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, July 21 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion Group: Gather to discuss Wild: From Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail by Cheryl Strayed. Copies are available at the library.
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! July 21: Three Little Pigs Engineering Challenge—Can you build a house that beats the Big, Bad Wolf?
Friday, July 22 @ 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.
Tuesday, July 26 @ 3:30—Mad Hatter’s Tea Party (Ages 5-11): Join us for an Alice in Wonderland themed tea party and "mad hat" making on the 71st anniversary of the movie premiere! Ages 12 and under, fancy attire optional!
Wednesday, July 27 @ 1:00—Card Making (Adults & Teens): Create beautiful handmade cards using our gorgeous supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies 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! July 28: Survival—Learn how to survive in the wilderness!
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...
Tuesday, Aug. 2 @ 3:30—Perch Wildlife Education &Aid presents The Raptor Lady + (All ages): Come face-to-face with live owls, falcons and hawks and learn about their superpowers of vision, speed, strength and hearing. Due to space limitations, registration is highly recommended. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot.
Wednesday, Aug. 3 & 17 @ 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, August 4 @ 1:00—Introduction to Email +: Gather in a small group to learn the basics of using email: what it is, the different sites you can use, sending and receiving, how to add attachments, email etiquette, and safety. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!
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...
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...
Tuesday, Aug. 9 @ 3:30—Bookmark Making Contest (Ages 5-11): Come decorate a bookmark with all sorts of different crafting materials and pressed flowers! There will be prizes!
Wednesday, Aug. 10 @ 1:00 (Adults) & 3:00 (Teens)— Crayoligraphy: Learn how to create modern and colorful calligraphy using markers and pens! Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot or for more information.
Wednesday, Aug. 10 @ 1:00 (Adults) & 3:00 (Teens)— Crayoligraphy: Learn how to create modern and colorful calligraphy using markers and pens! Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot or for more information.
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. 12 @ 5:00-7:30pm (drop-in)—Free Tie-Dying (All ages): Bring a white or light 100% cotton item (t-shirt, skirts, socks, small towels, handkerchiefs, etc.) to the Gazebo and color your world! A “Next Friday” event.
Friday, Aug. 12 @ 9:00—Movie in the Park (All ages): Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy a 40th anniversary showing of E.T. (PG) on the library’s new outdoor theater—outside in Ebner Park, 905 W Marquam St. Free sno-cones! In windy or rainy weather, the movie will be shown @ the Library. Bug spray and a light jacket are...
Saturday, Aug. 13 @ 9:00-2:00—Friends of the Library Jumble Sale: Search for used books, puzzles and other treasures at this annual fundraising event. All proceeds go directly to the Library’s book fund.
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...
Tuesday, Aug. 16 @ 3:30—Coventry & Kaluza (All ages): Bring a blanket and join us at St. Mary’s Elementary School under the big tree for this award-winning clown duo featuring juggling, comedy and FUN! If the heat index is over 80 degrees, the program will take place at the library.
Wednesday, Aug. 3 & 17 @ 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, August 18 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss A Good Neighborhood by Therese Anne Fowler. Copies are available at the library. Everyone welcome.
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...
Thursday, August 18 @ 6:15—Writing Workshop + (Adults & Teens): 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. We’ll discuss writing bywords, like POV, and how our word choice impacts our readers. Bring up to three pages of your writing and receive feedback on...
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. 24 @ 1:00—Adult Crafting: Bird Feeder +: Build and paint your own bird feeder. All supplies provided. Registration recommended. Call 503.845.6401 to book your spot.
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.
