The Eureka! Collection includes non-traditional library materials that inspire exploration through hands-on activities.

Why Eureka?

The ancient Greek scholar Archimedes reportedly exclaimed Eureka! (meaning “I found it”) after he had stepped into a bath one day and realized that the volume of displaced water must be equal to the volume of what was submerged. Borrow items from this collection and have your own Eureka moments!

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.

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.

On Break Until June 24-26

We are updating the weekly storytime schedule for the summer. We are adding a new preschool program that features a different activity each week like bubbles, parachute play, and art! More details to come!

Summer Preview Schedule

• Monday Preschool Fun at 10:00 am
• Tuesday Storytime at 9:30am and 10:30 am (new times!)
• Wednesday Storytime at 9:30am and 10:30 am (new times!)
• Baby Storytime at 9:30am and 11:00am

Last Session on May 16!

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! 

Last Session on May 13!

Mondays 4:30-6:30pm

Makerspace

For ages 10-15.

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.

Thursday, May 9 from 6-7:30pm

Makerspace

For adults. Limit to 15 participants. 1 spot remaining! 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.

Thursday, June 6

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.

Thursday, June 13 at 6:30pm

Community Room

An online and in-person learning event for adults. Register for email reminders or to participate online.

Humans have toiled for hundreds of years to create landscapes they valued, usually at the expense of native plant species. Now the emphasis is to introduce those native plants back to these same landscapes. Let’s look at all the ways native plants are being used in modern-day landscapes.