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April 15, 2024

Friends Used Book Sale

Used Book Sale

If you are interested in volunteering for the sale, contact Karen at (608)698-7243.

Friday, April 19 from 3-7pm and Saturday, April 20 from 9am-3pm

Community Room


The funds raised by our book sales help to support library programs throughout the year!


Friday, April 19; 3-7pm

Members Only 3pm to 4pm

Public Sale 4 pm to 7pm


Saturday, April 20; 9am-3pm

Bag Sale 1pm to 3pm

Hours on Friday, May 3

Open at 1pm on Friday, May 3


The Library will open at 1pm on Friday, May 3 to allow staff to attend an inserivce.


Thanks for understanding.

Online Resources Available 24/7

In addition to physical items, your library card gets you access to online resources that are available 24/7.


Explore all our online resources on our website under Research & Discovery. 

If you have a card but are having trouble using it, please email orelib@oregonlibrary.org.

Oregon Public Library Card

Resource Highlights

Consumer Reports

"Creative Bug

With your Oregon Library card you have access to CreativeBug which provides unlimited access to online art and craft classes.


Start creating now!


Paid for by Oregon Public Library"

Start tinkering!
Transparent Language Kidspeak

"NoveList Plus

Search for the perfect book based on age range, Lexile, setting, mood, tone, and other terms of appeal with NoveList Plus!


Find your next great read!


Provided by the Oregon Public Library"

Start creating!

Events for All Ages

Name the Library Zebra Contest

Round 1 runs through April 30

Contest is for all ages


Help us name our new Library Zebra! In Round 1, we are taking suggestions for names. In Round 2, we are voting on the top 5 name suggestions picked by Leo the Lion and Stripes the Tiger.


How do you suggest at name in Round 1?

  1. Think of a name
  2. Fill out this online entry form.
  3. Hit the Submit button.
  4. Do this by April 30th!


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Chess Club

Chess Club All Ages

Wednesdays, 6:30pm

Makerspace

For chess players of all ages. No registration.


Are you interested in improving your chess skills, learning more about chess theory, and connecting with other chess players? Join the weekly chess club.

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Events for Kids & Families

No registration is required for children events and storytime. Questions? Please contact Youth Services at oreyouth@oregonlibrary.org.

Morning Storytime

Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00am

Children's Program Room

No registration. Geared to ages 2-5. Younger and older children are welcome.


Enjoy stories, songs, and wiggles!

The theme is the same for Tuesday and Wednesday. Attend the day that works best that week. 


Spring Mini-Session runs April 9-May 2.

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Baby Storytime

Thursdays, 9:30am and 11:00am

Children's Program Room

No registration. For ages 0-18 months.


Attend either 9:30am and 11am session! Choose what time works best that week you and your baby.


Enjoy rhymes, bounces, and stories with Ms. Wendy along with social time for babies and caregivers. 


Spring Mini-Session runs April 9-May 2.

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Evening and Saturday Storytimes

Pajama Storytime

Monday, April 15 at 6:00pm

Children's Program Room

No registration.


Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes, and puppets before bedtime about the Farm.

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Saturday Storytime

Saturday, May 11 at 10:00am

Children's Program Room

No registration.


Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes, and puppets!

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Afterschool Fun!

Art Lab

Tuesday, May 7

1st Tuesday, 4:00-5:00pm

Makerspace

For ages 6-11. Registration required for each Tuesday..


In May, we are doing Perler Bead Art.

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Tinker Lab

Tuesday, April 16

3rd Tuesday, 4:00-5:00pm

Makerspace

For ages 6-11. Registration required for each Tuesday.


In April, UW-Madison Insect Ambassadors are visiting to talk about BUGS!

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Block Party

Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00pm

Children's Program Room

For ages 0-11. Free. No Registration.


Kids can free build with the Library's LEGOs and Duplos during the open session.

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Events for Teens

Teen Hangout

Thursdays from 4:30-5:30pm

Makerspace

For grades 7th-12th. No registration.


Every week will alternate between a Board Game Day and a Craft Day. On Board Game days, a variety of board games and card games will be available to play. On Craft Days, there will be supplies and instructions for a specific craft project. Every program will also include snacks! 

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D&D Club

Mondays 4:30-6:30pm

Makerspace

For ages 10-15. Please register for planning purposes.


No D&D Club on April 8.


Come roll the dice and join an adventure! All experience levels welcome! Come with your own character or use one of our pre-generated characters.

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Events for Adults

Book Clubs

New members welcome! Email bookclub@oregonlibrary.org for more information.


Pick up the book using Curbside Pick-Up or in person.

Great Beginnings

On Wednesday, May 1 at 1pm (in-person at the Senior Center) and Wednesday, May 6 at 6:00pm (in-person at the Library) and and we will discuss I See Life Through Rosé-Colored Glasses by Lisa Scottoline and Francesca Serritella.

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Before we were yours

Brown Bag

On Wednesday, April 17 at 11:30am in the Conference Room we will discuss Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate.

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The Magic of Poetry with Jess Parker

The Magic of Poetry

Thursday, April 18 at 6:30pm

Community Room

A learning event for adults. Registration required.


It's #NationalPoetryMonth! Celebrate with a workshop with local poet Jess Parker. Whether you’re new to poetry or looking for a fresh perspective, this workshop offers a jump start to expressing yourself.

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Sew What?!

salvage coaster

Saturday, April 20

From 10:30am-12pm

Makerspace

A learning event for adults. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Space limited. Registration required.


Sew a coaster out of salvage fabric. 


The Sew What?! projects are basic enough for those who need practice sewing straight lines but also fun for experienced sewists. 

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Fiber Arts Meet Up

Fiber Arts Meet Up

Thursday, May 2

First Thursday of the Month from 6-7:30pm in the Conference Room

For adults. No Registration.


If you enjoy knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch or another needlecraft, meet up with other fiber art enthusiasts, learn new techniques, exchange ideas, or find inspiration for your next project.

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Library Pop-Up

Thursday, May 2 from 11am-1pm

Oregon Area Senior Center

At the Pop-Up Library you can access library resources out in the community. Browse a selection of large print books, audiobooks, and movies for check out, or arrange to pick up your holds.


If you would like to pick up your holds at the Pop-Up Library event or have a special request, contact Kara at kripley@oregonlibrary.org or (608)835-6268.

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Card Making

Thursday, May 9 from 6-7:30pm

Makerspace

For adults. Limited to 15. Registration required.


Let someone know you are thinking of them with a handmade card. Stampin’ Up! Demonstrator Jamie Statz-Paynter will provide materials for you to make three professional quality cards.

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The Oregon Public Library is a welcoming and safe gathering place that meets the information, leisure, civic, and cultural needs of a diverse community.


If you need special accommodations to attend a program, contact library staff at orelib@oregonlibrary.org or (608)835-3656.

Library Hours

M T W Th 9 am - 8 pm

F 9 am - 6 pm

Saturday 9 am - 3 pm


Curbside pick-up available upon request 


Questions?

Email: orelib@orelib@oregonlibrary.org

Phone: (608) 835-3656

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