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E-Newsletter
April 17, 2023
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Eureka! Non-Traditional Library Materials | |
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The Eureka! Collection includes non-traditional library materials that inspire exploration through hands-on activities. Check out the collections of items available for check out.
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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!
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Open at 1 pm on Tuesday, April 18 | | |
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On Tuesday, April 18 the library will be open 1-8 pm. Morning Storytime is also canceled for April 18.
While the library is closed, books and other library materials can be returned to the outdoor book drop facing the Senior Center.
Thanks for understanding!
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Walls are starting to go up! Here is the future Children's Department. You can see full the floor plans here.
Contact Jennifer Way, Library Director, at 608-835-2322 with any questions or feedback
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Want to donate? There is still time to make a donation to build the new library. Learn more about how to make a donation. | |
Online Resources Available 24/7 | |
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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.
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Search for books based on setting, mood, tone, and other terms of appeal with NoveList Plus!
Paid for by the Oregon Public Library
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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
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Events for Kids & Families | |
Morning Storytimes
*No storytime on Tuesday, April 18*
Tuesdays and Wednesdays
10:00 am to 10:30 am.
Attend the day that works best. Join us for stories, activities, songs, and more at the Oregon Library by the big windows! For ages 0-5.
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Baby Storytimes
Thursdays
9:30 am and 11:00 am.
Attend the time that works best for you. Enjoy rhymes, bounces, and stories with along with social time for babies and caregivers. For ages 0-18 months.
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Saturday, May 13 at 10:00 am
Start your weekend with stories, songs, and puppets!
Geared to ages 2-5. Younger and older are welcome.
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3rd Monday of the Month
NEW Start Time of 6:00 pm
Enjoy stories, songs, and wiggles before bedtime!
Geared to ages 2-5. Younger and older children welcome.
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Events for Tweens and Teens | | |
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Thursday, April 20 at 4:30 pm
Librarian Kelly visits the OYC a couple times a month and does a mix of activities and themes. The Library provides all the supplies.
No registration. Free. For young people in grades 5th-9th.
Upcoming Activities
April 20 - Air Dry Clay Creations
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Monday, April 17 at 4:30 pm
If you are interested in TAB, attend the April meeting or complete this online form.
The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is a volunteer group of teens that offers suggestions and provides input to the Youth Services Librarian Kelly about teen reading interests, activities, programming, and space planning.
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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, May 1 at 6 pm (online) Wednesday, May 3 at 10:30 am (in-person at the Oregon Area Senior Center) and we will discuss My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor.
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Brown Bag
On Wednesday, April 19 at 11:30 am (in-person at the Oregon Area Senior Center) we will discuss The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave.
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Transplanting Native Plant Seedlings | | |
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Thursday, April 20 at 6:30 pm
A learning event for adults. Registration required. This is an in person only event and is held at the Oregon Area Senior Center at 219 Park St. Limit to 12 participants.
In this program, discuss the importance of native plants. Learn about how to avoid stressing your plants when you transplant them. Then in a hands-on activity, get experience transplanting seedlings to take home.
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Poetry Workshop with Steven Espada Dawson | | |
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Tuesday, April 25 at 6:30 pm
A learning event for adults online and in person. Registration required.
Join us for an exciting night of poetry writing with poet: Steve Espada Dawson. With interactive writing exercises you can learn more on how to begin your writing journey or hone your craft even further!
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Giannis: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP - Author Talk with Mirin Fader | | |
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Thursday, May 4 at 6:30 pm
A learning event for adults. Registration required. This is an online only event. Limit to 100 participants.
For people who love the game-or just love a good under-dog story, join us for a discussion with sports journalist Mirin Fader! In this author discussion, Fader will discuss her writing process as well as the ins and outs of Sports journalism.
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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.
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Library Schedule
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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