Explore the mysteries of our planet, test your STEAM knowledge with a quiz game, and spark your curiosity at our LIVE Critter Cam Kiosk. Celebrate the grand opening of this fun, hands-on bilingual science exhibit as a family. Refreshments provided.
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 (bilingual storytime on Feb. 28) followed by Indoor Playtime (11:00-12:00). Come play with toys and spend time with friends. All toys provided.
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. Feb. 7: Button making! Learn how to design and make your own buttons using the Library's button maker!
Sensory Playtime (Ages 0-3 with caregiver): Babies and toddlers, come enjoy sensory play with with age-appropriate, hands-on activities that help explore our senses! Mess making is encouraged!
Thursday, Feb. 9 @ 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 and PIZZA provided!
Saturday, Feb. 11 @ 1:00pm--Family Movie: Soul (PG) (All Ages): Enjoy hot popcorn and the Pixar/Disney film about music, passion, and how life is precious.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am--Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities, and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on Feb. 28), 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 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Art project, and enjoy a snack. Feb 14: Join us for a Valentine's Day party! Crafts, treats, and games!
Wednesdays, Noon-1:00pm--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, Feb. 15 @ 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. Public welcome! The Advisory Board has a vacant position from now until June 2023. Lend your voice to making the library great! For more information visit the Library Advisory...
Thursday, Feb. 16 @ 4:30pm--Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss the historical novel The Outlander by Gil Adamson. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!
Thursday, Feb. 16 @ 4:30pm--Origami Star Jars (Teens & Adults) Make a wish! We'll be writing wishes, affirmations, and thoughts of gratitude, then making cute origami stars to keep in a positivity jar. May all your dreams come true! All supplies provided.
Friday, Feb 17 @ 2:00-4:30pm--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.
Friday, March 17 @ 3:30pm—St. Patrick’s Day Movie (All ages): Celebrate the day with special green treats and Disney's The Luck of the Irish (G) on the big screen.
The library will be closed Saturday, February 18th in observance of President's Day. We will reopen Tuesday, February 21st at 9:00am.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am -- Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities, and stories with a special gest reader (bilingual storytime on Feb. 28), 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 5-11): 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. Feb. 21: Learn about your own unique fingerprints and build self-esteem though painting activities!
Wednesdays Noon-1pm – 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, Feb. 22 @ 1:00pm--Card Making (Adults): Create beautiful handmade cards for St. Patrick's Day or to celebrate Spring using our gorgeous supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided.
Thursday, Feb. 23 @ 4:30pm - Keyboard & Mouse Basics: Learn how to left-click, right-click, double-click, use basic command keys, and navigate various areas of the keyboard. Previous computer experience or owning a computer us not necessary. **Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503 845-6401 to reserve your spot today!
Thursday, Feb. 23 @ 4:30pm - Candy Sushi (Ages 12-18): Come make cute and yummy Candy Sushi! (We promise only the fish will be gummy!) All supplies provided.
Thursday, Feb. 23 @ 6:00pm - Writing Workshop (Teens & Adults): Are you a writer or thinking about becoming one? Award-winning local author Donna Hues will facilitate a workshop to explore the fundamentals of writing. Bring up to three pages of your writing and receive feedback on your work.
Tuesday, Feb. 28 @ 10:30am -- Bilingual Community Helpers Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather in person to participate in songs, activities, and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on Feb. 28), 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 6-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Art project, and enjoy a snack. Feb. 28: Get excited for upcoming sunny days by painting sun catchers!
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, March 2, 11am-7pm (drop-in)—Read Across America Day (All ages): Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday by completing a book-related scavenger hunt for a prize, then create a bookmark to give to our community members.
Thursday, March 2 @ 1:00pm—MS Word Editing Tools: Learn how to use Word's built-in editing features like cut and paste, spell check, grammar suggestions, and adding comments to Word documents. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!
Friday, March 3 @ 3:30pm (drop-in)—Craft Day (Ages 3-11): Come enjoy left over crafts from this year’s storytimes.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on March 28) 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 6-12): March is “classics” month. Listen to a classic story, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. March 7: "Corduroy" by Don Freedman and make your own cute Corduroy bear craft
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, March 8 @ 1:00pm—Adult Crafts: Hodge Podge (Adults): Choose one of three leftover craft kits from the last year: Paper Quilling, a Shell Shadowbox, or a Bird Feeder. All supplies provided.
Thursday, March 9 @ 7:00pm—Adult Trivia @ Mt. Angel Public House: Calling all trivia buffs. Come to Trivia Night at Mt. Angel Public House (210 E Charles St.) Play solo or form a team of up to 5 adults and put that collective brain to work for fun prizes! Call 503.845.6401 or email library@mtangel.gov for more information. Families are welcome...
Saturday, March 11, 8:00-12:30: Discovering the Scientist Within @ Oregon State University (Girls, Grades 6-8): Depart from the library at 6:30am to travel to OSU for this exciting free event where you will participate in hands-on workshops and meet women scientists and engineers. We will stop for lunch on the way home and arrive back at the library by 2:30. Transportation and lunch provided...
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on March 28) 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 6-12): March is “classics” month. Listen to a classic story, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. March 14: "Harry and the Dirty Dog" by Gene Zion, and practice your drawing skills with our Step-by-Step class!
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, March 15 @ 1:00—Volunteer Orientation (Teens & Adults): Are you a teen or adult interested in helping out at the library? Attending this orientation is the first step. Call 503.845.6401 to register.
Wednesday, April 12 @ 1:00pm— Adult Crafts: Mini Succulent Planters: All supplies provided.
Thursday, March 16 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss the literary mystery, The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections by Eva Jurczyk. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!
Thursday, March 16 @ 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. Pizza provided!
Friday, March 18 @ 9:00-12:00—Outdoor Work Party (All ages): Help us get the outside of the library looking spiffy and ready for spring! Wear grubby clothes to weed the flower beds, clean the courtyard, remove spider webs, and more. Come for an hour or as long as you can. Donuts, water, and work gloves provided.
Saturday, March 18th @ 1:00—Volunteer Orientation (Teens & Adults): Are you a teen or adult interested in helping out at the library? Attending this orientation is the first step. Call 503.845.6401 to register.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on March 28) 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 6-12): March is “classics” month. Listen to a classic story, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. March 21: Make the cutest yellow hat and bow inspired by the classic series Madeline by Ludwig Bemelmans.
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, March 22 @ 1:00pm—Card Making (Adults): Create beautiful handmade cards for Easter or to celebrate Spring using our gorgeous supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided.
Thursday, March 23 @ 5:30pm— Spring Mini-Wreath Making (Teens & Adults): Prepare for the Spring Equinox by making a cottage-core mini-wreath. All supplies provided.
Friday, March 24 @ 12:00-4:30pm—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.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader (bilingual storytime on March 28) 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 6-12): March is “classics” month. Listen to a classic story, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. March 28: The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone and make Origami chickens to take home!
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, March 29 @ 3:00pm—Geek Crafts (Teen & Adults): Come make a perler bead magnet using templates of your favorite characters from Pokémon, Disney, comic books, anime, or video games! All supplies provided.
Thursday, March 30 @ 1:00-3:00pm (drop-in)—Spring Break Board Games (Ages 5-12): We'll have a selection of board games for kids to drop in and enjoy some fun during spring break!
Thursday, March 30 @ 4:30—Teen card game night! (Ages 12-18): Come enjoy a variety of your favorite card games & snacks!
Friday, March 31 @ 5:00pm—Family Movie Night! Let's head back to the 2000's with Disney's Turning Red (PG)! Popcorn provided.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on April 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.
Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-11): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make & enjoy a snack. April is Oregon Author month! 4/04- Oregon Reads Aloud: Learn about Oregon's volcanoes from Oregon authors/illustrators, then make a lava-like craft!
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, April 6 @ 1:00pm—MS Word Graphics. Gather in a small group to learn how to use tables, borders, backgrounds, and WordArt to make your documents pop. Owning a computer is not required. Space is limited so preregistration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot today!
