E-Newsletter

April 1, 2024

Shake It Off at the Swiftie Party!

Saturday, April 6, Noon- 3 pm

For Swiftie fans of all ages. No registration.

All ages are invited to make the whole place shimmer. I don't know about you, but we're feeling like making friendship bracelets, doing Taylor-themed crafts, Shaking It Off at the silent disco, and visiting the photo booth.

Attend one or all of these events:

Don't Forget the Lyrics at 12:30 pm
Name That Tune at 1:15 pm
Trivia at 2:00 pm

Dressing up as your favorite Era is highly encouraged!

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.

Resource Highlights

With your Oregon Library card you have access to Consumer Reports which provides independent product reviews and ratings.

Paid for by the Oregon Public Library.

Start your research!

Transparent Language Online is for kids too! With sound effects, animation, and fun activities, kids can learn Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish!

Paid for by Oregon Public Library

Learn another language!

Events for All Ages

SAVE THE DATE: Friends 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 2 to allow staff to attend an inserivce.

Thanks for understanding.

Chess Club

Wednesdays, 6:30pm

Makersapce

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.

Events for Kids & Families

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

Morning Storytime starts again April 9

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.

Baby Storytime starts again April 11

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.

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.

Afterschool Fun!

Art Lab

Tuesday, April 2

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

Makerspace

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

In April, we are doing Yarn Art.

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!

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.

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 Monday, April 1 at 6:00pm (in-person at the Library) and Wednesday, April 3 at a 1pm (in-person at the Senior Center) and we will discuss Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

Brown Bag

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

Fiber Arts Meet Up

Thursday, April 4

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

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.

Writing Workshop - The Magic of Poetry

Thursday, April 18 at 6pm

Community Room

For adults. Registration required

Whether you’re new to poetry or looking for a fresh perspective, this workshop offers a jump start to expressing yourself. Discuss the magic of the mundane in poetry and get tips on publishing your own poems. During the workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know Star Things and put pen to paper with some real-time writing.

Sew What?!

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.

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.