Featured Event:

Paint Night!

Thursday, April 6 @ 6:00pm—

(Adults & Teens with an adult):

Come learn how to paint a spring scene
based on the Woodburn Tulip Festival!

All supplies included. 

Because space is limited, pre-registration is required.

Call 503 845-6401

The City of Mt. Angel is looking for Teen Summer Intern at Mt. Angel Public Library.  

Mt. Angel Public Library has an exciting opportunity for a high school student to participate in a paid Library Summer Internship. This internship invites a student to discover what they're interested in within the Library, design a project to complete through the course of their internship, and work with community partners both inside and outside of the library. (Project examples are available upon request.) The ideal candidate will have an interest in working in libraries, possess great interpersonal skills, demonstrate initiative, and be flexible, customer service focused, and team-oriented. To be considered the applicant must be a High School student at time of application who will be at least sixteen years old by June 15, 2023. Graduating seniors are eligible.

This is a part-time position (20 hours per week) June 15-Aug. 31, 2023 and pays $17.00 hourly. Apply by April 24, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Please see the City's website  for a full position description and information on how to apply. The City of Mt. Angel is an equal opportunity employer. 

If you have questions regarding this position please contact Tara Von Flue, Finance Director at tvonflue@mtangel.gov or 503 845-9291

El día de los niños/El día de los libros is April 30th!

We'll celebrate at the library the day before on the 29th at noon with a story, a themed game, and giveaway of Spanish and bilingual books!

Tenemos actividades y libros gratis en español para los niños y leeremos una cuenta. Sábado 29 de abril a las 12.

Wednesday, April 26 @ 6:30pm

Friends of the Library Annual Meeting

The Friends of the Library is a group of community members who support quality library service in the community through fund raising, volunteerism and serving as

advocates for the library.

All interested folks are welcome to attend.

Mark Your Calendars!

Last Day to Experience Soy SUPER Curios@/I'm SUPER Curious is Friday, April 7th!

Mt. Angel Public Library was SUPER honored to be chosen to host this travelling interactive & bilingual science exhibit. 

We loved seeing our patrons of all ages explore the mysteries of our planet, test their STEAM knowledge with a Quiz Game, and spark their curiosity at the Critter Cam Kiosk! Y'all visited the exhibit 565 times!

We have this amazing exhibit for one more week, and then it travels to its new host in Los Lunas, NM! 

Make sure to stop in and see it!

Help us pick our summer movie line-up for Movies in the Park!    

Vote for your Top 4 Out of these options:

• Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
• The Goonies
• Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
• Minions: The Rise of Gru
• Lightyear
• Sonic the Hedgehog 2
• Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank
• Wonder

Your Beloved Books in the Courtyard!

We're looking to paint our community's favorite books on the concrete planter for the courtyard tree!

Tell us some of your favorite titles and we'll honor them in our beautiful space.

Community News and Resources

Volunteer Featured in News Story Highlighting PeerGalaxy!

One of our awesome volunteers, Breanna M., was featured in this KATU news story!

The article and video highlight PeerGalaxy.com, a resource for online and over-the-phone peer support, recovery, and wellness activities for adults and youth.

Check out the newstory and the website!

FREE Virtual Classes for Financial Wellness:

  
Family Budgeting | Monday, April 17 @ 1:00 p.m. CT
Presented by University of Arkansas System, Division of Agriculture
ESPAÑOL: Instituciones Financieras | Tuesday, April 18 @ 1:00 p.m. CT
Presented by the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions
Debt Relief | Wednesday, April 19 @ 1:00 p.m. CT
Presented by the National Foundation for Credit Counseling
Employer Retirement Plans | Thursday, April 20 @ 1:00 p.m. CT
Presented by U.S. Department of Labor, Employee Benefits Security Administration

Resources – Coming April 15

In addition to presentations, each event webpage will include select online resources to complement the program topics. Please check out www.moneysmartweek.org to view and download these resources as they launch on the first day of Money Smart Week.

Oregon Blue Book:

Online Now, on the Shelf Soon

The 2023 Oregon Blue Book (an almanac & fact book) is here and headed to our shelf.  It is also available online through the State's website (they even have a trivia page for it).

The Oregon Blue Book is the state's official almanac and fact book. Published since 1911, it is produced by the Oregon State Archives, a division of the Secretary of State's Office. It contains listings and​ descriptions of government agencies and educational institutions. It also features an almanac, maps, facts about Oregon history and elections, as well as information on the arts, media, and other cultural institutions in Oregon. The print version of the Oregon Blue Book is published during odd-numbered years as required by ORS 177.120. 

Tech Help

Thurs, Apr 6 @ 1:00pm—Computer Class: 

MS Word Graphics
(Adults)

Gather in a small group to learn how to use tables, borders, backgrounds, and WordArt to make your documents pop. Owning a computer is not required. 

Space is limited so
registration is required. Call 503 845-6401 to reserve your spot today!

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.

Get Crafty with Us!

Thursday, April 13 @ 5:30pm

Beaded Earrings

(Teens & Adults): 

Make your own earrings using our large collection of beautiful beads. All supplies provided.

Wednesday, April 12 @ 1:00pm

Adult Crafts: Mini Succulent Planters.

Come make these adorable succulent planters!

All supplies provided.

Wednesday, April 26 @ 1:00pm 

Mother’s Day Card Making

(Adults):

Create handmade Mother’s Day cards using our beautiful supply of rubber stamps and decorative paper. All supplies provided. 

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, April 27 @ 1:00pm

Adult Book Discussion

(Adults)

Gather to discuss the bestselling non-fiction book, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Copies available at the Circulation Desk. Everyone welcome!

Libby

Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app. You can even send and read your borrowed ebooks to your Kindle ereader (U.S. only)!

It’s free and easy to get started for new users and a streamlined experience for current OverDrive app users. Learn more at overdrive.com/apps/libby/

If you currently use the legacy OverDrive app and need assistance, visit https://help.overdrive.com, OR call us or visit us in the library!  We're always here to help!

Upcoming Events

Family Movie! 

Disney & Pixar's

Wall-E (PG)

Friday, April 21 @ 3:30pm—

Friday Family Movie: WALL-E (PG) (All Ages):

Enjoy this Oscar-winning animated delight with the whole family on the big screen in honor of Earth Day! Free popcorn.

Writers Group

Thursday, April 27 @ 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.  This month, we'll also have some fun with writing prompts!

Friday, April 7 @ 4:00—Teen Blackout Poetry and Fruit Pizza

(Ages 12-18):

Make your own “fruit pizza” out ofcookies and fruit, then participate in some fun blackout poetry to celebrate

National Poetry Month!

Thursday, April 20 @ 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!

(Usually PIZZA!)

Thursday, April 20 @ 5:30pm

Teen Book Club

(Ages 12-18)

Join us for our first ever book club!

We'll be discussing The Queen's Assassin by Melissa de la Cruz, picked by our Teen Advisory Board!

We'll have copies to pick up in the library soon!   

Programs for Children

Stories & STEAM Every Tuesday @ 3:30pm

Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science,
Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make & enjoy a snack.

April is Oregon Author month!

City Newsletter & Emergency Notifications

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For more complete information, access the current City of Mt. Angel Newsletter below.

We are OPEN!!
And we are happy to serve you!

Library Hours

Tuesdays                 9:00am-6:00pm 
Wednesdays           11:00am-5:00pm
Thursdays               11:00am-7:00pm
Fridays                     11:00am-5:00pm
Saturdays                12:00-5:00pm

• After hour Holds Lockers--new!
• Fine free checkouts--new!
• Launchpads & BOB Books--new!
• Curbside hold pickup If you are hesitant about entering the building
• Assistance by phone (503 845-6401) or email 
• Book bundles for children
• Personalized Shelf Shopper
• Home delivery (ask us how)
• Cultural Passes to four area attractions
• Mobile hotspots for WiFi
• NEW! STEM Kits