July Storywalk®: Tortillas are Round/Las tortillas son redondas
July Storywalk®: Take a short walk around town and read the book Tortillas are Round/Las tortillas son redondas by Roseanne Greennfield Thong. Start at the Library's front door!
July Storywalk®: Take a short walk around town and read the book Tortillas are Round/Las tortillas son redondas by Roseanne Greennfield Thong. Start at the Library's front door!
Sidewalk Obstacle Course: Hop, skip, jump and twirl on the sidewalk around the library!
Where’s Mango? Every week, our Summer Reading Program mascot, Mango the parrot, will be hiding in a different place around town. If you see him, come to the library to enter your name. You may get to take him home at the end of the summer!
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): 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.
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.
Tuesdays @ 3:30pm—Stories & STEAM (Ages 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. This month's theme is (Almost) Back to Schooll!
Wednesday, Aug. 2 @ 4:00pm—Gallery of Good Causes (Ages 5-12): Using your favorite medium, create a poster that represents a cause you care about. Your creation will be put on display in the Library for all to see through August!
Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: What Do I Read Next?*: In this class, participants will learn how to use Goodreads and NoveList to browse reading interests, discover new authors, rate and review your reads, and choose your next literary adventure. Owning a computer is not necessary. *Registration is required. Call 503.845.6401 to reserve your spot.
Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 1:00pm—Family Comedy & Music: Angel Ocasio (All Ages): Gather outside at St. Mary’s Elementary (590 East College St.) to enjoy this family-friendly, bilingual comedy and music entertainer. Bring chairs or blankets to sit on. Water provided. In inclement weather, the show will take place at the library.
Thursdays @ 3:00pm—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, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.
Weekly Take-Home Activity Packet: Journaling Stop by the library to pick up a fun themed activity to work on at home or in the library! While supplies last.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): 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 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. This month's theme is (Almost) Back to School!
Tuesday, Aug. 8 @ 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.
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, Aug. 9 @ 1:00pm— Lavender Felt Bouquet (Adults & Teens): Keep summer around all year with a beautiful lavender bouquet made out of felt! All supplies provided.
Wednesday, Aug. 9 @ 4:00pm—Journaling (Ages 5-12): Make your own journal! You will have prompts to help guide you in your writing and to help you find your voice! There are also pencil or pen toppers for you to create to make your journaling feel extra special!
Thursday, Aug.10 @ 12:00-2:30pm drop-in—S.T.R.E.A.M.M. (All Ages): Come explore Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math and Music at different activity stations—assemble working circuits, create salad spinner art, explore microscopic worlds, learn how to play ukulele and more! We promise, you won’t be bored!
Thursdays @ 3:00pm—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, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.
Thursday, Aug. 10 @ 6:00pm—Writers Café (Teens & Adults): Come enjoy snacks & a time to write with fellow writers! We'll start with discussion, set timers to write together, end with a chat & share-out. All writers welcome!
Friday, August 11 @ 5:00-6:30pm—Next Friday (All Ages): Tie-dye a bandana (or bring your own white t-shirt) outside the Library!
Friday, August 11 @ 8:00pm—Karaoke & Movie in Humpert Park (All Ages): Bring your own chair or blanket, a jacket & bug spray to enjoy the family movie Puss in Boots: the Last Wish (PG) on the library’s outdoor theater—outside in Humpert Park, (400 block of Alder St). Free sno-cones! In inclement weather, the movie will be shown @ the...
Saturday, August 12, 9:00-2:00pm—Friends of the Library Jumble Sale: Get books, crafts, puzzles, and assorted goodies at thrift prices! Part of the City-Wide Garage Sale. All proceeds go to fund library books & programs!
Weekly Take-Home Activity Packet: Music Stop by the library to pick up a fun themed activity to work on at home or in the library! While supplies last.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): 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 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack.
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, August 16 @ 1:00pm—Oregon Rocks! (All Ages): Take off on a geology adventure and explore our ever-changing planet Earth. Dig into rocks, fossils, earthquakes, and volcanoes through activities and rockin’ specimens, and discover the dynamic forces that have shaped Oregon’s landscape over time. Hands-on activities and learning for ALL ages - it's a blast! Presented by U of O’s Museum...
Thursday, August 17 @ 1:00pm—Adult Book Discussion (Adults). Gather to discuss The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!
Thursdays @ 3:00pm—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, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.
Thursday, August 17 @ 4:30pm—Alice in Wonderland Escape Room (Grades 6-12): Help Alice escape the Queen of Hearts! Work together to solve the clues and beat the room.
Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Community Helpers Family Storytime & Indoor Playtime (Ages 2-5 & family members) (Bilingual on August 29): 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 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. August is (Almost) Back to School Month!
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, Aug. 23 @ 1:00pm—Beaded Crafts (Teens & Adults): Use our large collection of beautiful beads to make earrings, bracelets, necklaces, or suncatchers. All supplies provided.
Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 3:00pm—Creature Teachers (All Ages): Experience the wild, weird, wonderful world of live animals, up close & personal!
Thursdays @ 3:00pm—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, especially if you are using a library instrument. All skill levels welcome.
Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 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!
Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 6:00pm—Writers' Group (Teens & Adults): Gather and chat with a group of fellow writers! Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback on, and get tips on publishing or performing your work.
Friday, Aug. 25 @ 1:00-4:30pm— Virtual Reality* (Teens & Adults): 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) (Bilingual on August 29): 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 5-12): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math hands-on activity & enjoy a snack. This month's theme is (Almost) Back to School!
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, Aug. 30 @ 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, Aug. 31 @ 1:00-3:00pm—Summer Reading Program Finale Party (All Ages): Enjoy games, crafts, prizes, sno-cones, a talent show, and more! Grand Prize drawings will take place at 2:45. Deadline to turn in your reading log is 1:00 to be entered.
Thursday, Aug. 31 @ 1:00 Get your reading logs turned in for the final prize drawing at 2:45 at the Finale Party!
