Community Helpers Family Storytime—Live on Zoom! (For ages 2-6, all family members welcome): Have fun learning with songs and stories. Once or twice a month a special guest will be reading the story! Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to enjoy whenever is best for your family!
Community Helpers Family Storytime—Live on Zoom! (For ages 2-6, all family members welcome): Have fun learning with songs and stories. Once or twice a month a special guest will be reading the story! Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared at http://mtangelreads.readsquared.com/ to enjoy whenever is best for your family!
May Storywalk®: Take a short walk around town and read the bilingual book Siesta by Ginger Foglesong Guy. Start at the Library's front door!
Wednesday, May 4 & 18 @ 3:15-4:30pm—STEAM Girls (Gr. 6-8): Experiment and explore STEAM themes with other Middle School girls! Snacks provided. May’s theme is chemistry!
Thursday, May 5 @ 3:30—Cinco de Mayo Celebration (All ages): Celebrate @ the Library! Make festive tissue paper flowers, decorate maracas, and take home a holiday-themed treat!
Saturday, May 7 @ 12-5pm—Free Comic Book Day (All Ages): Stop by the library to receive your FREE comic book!
Available May 10th STEAM Activity Packet (for Grades K-5): Create jumbo animal dice using a template and imagination!
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-10): 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. In May, we are gearing up for our Summer Reading Program theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path!” May 3: Learn about camping and make your own campfire out...
Wednesday, May 11 @ 1:00—Adult Crafting-Paper Quilling: Gather to learn the techniques of paper quilling, an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs. You will leave with a beautiful 8” wall hanging. All supplies provided.
Thursday, May 12 @ 4:30—Teen Arts & Crafts: Learn how to use Scratch Art in a step-by-step class! Snacks provided!
Friday, May 13 @ 9:00pm—Movie in the Park: Encanto (PG) (All Ages): Bring your own chair and enjoy the family movie, Encanto, on the library’s new outdoor theater—outside in Berchtold Park (gazebo) at 290 East Charles. Free sno-cones!
Available May 17th Teen & Tween Take-&-Make Packets: Make your own DNA models out of toothpicks and candy!
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-10): 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. In May, we are gearing up for our Summer Reading Program theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path!” May 3: Learn about camping and make your own campfire out...
Wednesday, May 4 & 18 @ 3:15-4:30pm—STEAM Girls (Gr. 6-8): Experiment and explore STEAM themes with other Middle School girls! Snacks provided. May’s theme is chemistry!
Wednesday, May 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.
Thursday, May 19 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion Group: Gather to discuss the genre-bending novel, The Dream Daughter, by Diane Chamberlain. Copies are available at the library.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-10): 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. In May, we are gearing up for our Summer Reading Program theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path!” May 3: Learn about camping and make your own campfire out...
Thursday, May 26 @ 4:30—Paint Night (Teen & Adults): Paint the Oregon mountains just like Bob Ross in a step-by-step class! All supplies provided. Space is limited so registration is required.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-10): 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. In May, we are gearing up for our Summer Reading Program theme, “Read Beyond the Beaten Path!” May 3: Learn about camping and make your own campfire out...
Thursday, June 1 @ 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. Space is limited so registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your space today!
Library will be closed to install new carpeting.
Thursday, June 9 @ 4:30—Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt (Ages 12-18): Put your detective skills to the test—work together to find the “murderer” in this literary-themed scavenger hunt modeled after the board game CLUE. Snacks provided.
Friday, June 10 @ 5:00-8:00pm—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.
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Friday, June 10 @ 9:00pm—Movie in the Park (All ages): Bring your own chair or blanket and enjoy the family movie Onward (PG) on the library’s new outdoor theater—outside in Humpbert Park, 400 Alder St. Free sno-cones! In inclement weather, the movie will be shown @ the Library.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesday, June 14 @ 3:30—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-10): Bear Hunt! Let’s go on a bear hunt around the Library using our own hand crafted binoculars!
Wednesday, June 15 @ 1:00—Adult Crafting: Fun with Rocks! (Adults): Create a miniature cairn and paint a rock to keep or share. All supplies provided.
Thursday, June 16 @ 12:00-3:00 (drop-in)—Summer Reading Kick-Off! (All ages): Celebrate the beginning of summer with a bash @ the Library. Prizes, games, crafts, SRP Registration and more! Free sno-cones.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
Tuesday June 21 @ 3:30—Reptile Man + (Ages 5-10): Come face-to-face with 15 live reptiles while Oregon’s Reptile Man teaches you all about them. Due to space limitations, registration is required. Priority will be given to ages 5-10.
Wednesday, June 22 @ 1:00-3:00 (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. Check the library's Facebook page or call the Library to find out status.
Thursday, June 23 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss the best-selling thriller, The Flight Attendant, by Chris Bohjalian, now an HBO series. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!
Thu Thursday, June 23 @ 3:15—Tracks & Scat (Ages 5-10): Explore the tracks and scat of local animals through a variety of stories, games, hands-on activities and crafts.
Friday, June 24 @ 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 information.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime (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 enjoy whenever is...
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.
