Summer Reading Finale Party!

Thursday, Aug. 31

@ 1:00-3:00pm

Summer Reading Program Finale Party!

(All Ages):

Enjoy games, crafts, prizes, sno-cones, a talent show, and more!

Grand Prize drawings will take place at 2:45.

Deadline to turn in your reading log is 1:00 to be entered.

Summer Reading Continues Until August 31st!

There's still time to sign up and get prizes!! 

Come into the library for a reading log or register through ReadSquared using the button below.

Featured News:

We have BookList Reader Magazine!

Funded by a Booklist Publications/Mellon Foundation grant, our library receives 25 free issues per month!

Published by Booklist, an imprint of the American Library Association, Booklist Reader features diverse book and audiobook recommendations, for readers and listeners of all ages.

It's filled with high-interest, themed lists that showcase books for your family or book discussion group.

Pick up your free copy at the Circulation Desk today OR read online!

Featured Events

Thursdays @ 3:00pm

Ukes for Youth 

(Ages 8-13):

Learn how to play ukulele in a structured class setting! 

Starts Thursday, July 6th @ 3:00pm

Borrow one of our ukuleles or bring your own.

Pre-registration is required.

Please specify if you need to use

a library instrument.

All skill levels welcome.

Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 1:00pm

Family Comedy & Music: Angel Ocasio (All Ages)

Gather outside at St. Mary’s Elementary (590 East College St.) to enjoy this family-friendly, bilingual comedy and music entertainer!

High Energy

Hilarious

Jokes, Magic, Music: Angel Does it All!

Bring chairs or blankets to sit on.

Water provided.

In inclement weather, the show will take place at the library.

Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 6:00pm

Pod(cast) People

(Teens & Adults):

Like a book club but for podcasts!

We will listen to a monthly curated list of podcast episodes surrounding an interesting topic!

This month's topic is "Animal Behavior."  We'll listen to episodes about:

• Animal minds
• Octopus-human friendship
• Teaching a dog to talk
• A red fox visitor
• Why orcas are attacking boats

Email KB at kbuehner@mtangel.gov to get started.

All Ages Summer Fun (yep, adults too!)

Thursday, August 10

@ 12:00-2:30pm drop-in

S.T.R.E.A.M.M.

Come explore Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math and Music at different activity stations.

Assemble working circuits, create salad spinner art, explore microscopic worlds, learn how to play ukulele and more!

We promise, you won’t be bored! 

Next Friday Family Fun!

August 11th

5:00-7:00pm @ the Library (290 E Charles St):

• Library Open! Come in and view our Art Show exhibit
• Tie-Dye Bandanas! (or bring your own shirt/materials)

8:00pm:

• Sing-along/Karaoke! @ Humpert Park (400 Block of Alder St) followed by:

~9:00pm (Dusk):

• Movie in the Park: Puss in Books: The Last Wish

Free Sno-Cones!

Bring your own chair, blanket, and bug spray.

(In inclement weather, the movie will be shown at the library.)

Saturday, August 12 

9:00am-2:00pm

Friends of the Library Jumble Sale!

Find all kinds of neat stuff at afforable prices! 

All proceeds go to fund library books & programs. 

Takes place during the city's Annual City-Wide Garage Sale!

Wednesday, Aug. 23 @ 3:00pm

Creature Teachers

(All Ages):

Experience the wild, weird, wonderful world of live animals, up close & personal!

New: Welcome Baby Bundles!

If you've recently welcomed a baby, stop by the library so we can meet our newest Mt. Angel patron!

Tech Help

Thursday, Aug. 3 @ 1:00pm

Computer Class:

What Do I Read Next? 

In this class, participants will learn how to use Goodreads and NoveList to browse reading interests, discover new authors, rate and review your reads, and choose your next literary adventure.

Space is limited so
registration is required.

Call 503 845-6401 to reserve your spot today!

Every Wednesday

Noon-1:00pm: 

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.

Wednesday, Aug. 9 @ 1:00pm

Lavender Felt Bouquet

(Adults & Teens):

Keep summer around all year with a beautiful lavender bouquet made out of felt!

All supplies provided.

Adult Book Discussion

Thursday, August 17 @ 1:00pm

Gather to discuss the bestselling historical novel The Other Einstein by Marie Benedict.

From the author's website:

The Other Einstein is the story of Einstein’s wife, a brilliant physicist in her own right, whose contribution to the special theory of relativity is hotly debated and may have been inspired by her own profound and very personal insight. It offers us a window into a brilliant, fascinating woman whose light was lost in Einstein’s enormous shadow. 

Copies available at the Circulation Desk.

Everyone welcome!

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Writers' Corner

Writers' Café

Thursday, August 10 @ 6:00pm

Writers' Café

(Teens & Adults)

Come enjoy snacks & a time to write with fellow writers!

We'll start with discussion, set timers to write together, end with a chat & share-out.

 All writers welcome! 

Writers Group

Thursday, August 24 @ 6:00pm

Writers' Group

(Teens & Adults)

Gather and chat and write with a group of fellow writers!

Bring up to three pages of your work to read and get feedback.

Friday, August 25

@ 1:00-4:30pm

Virtual Reality

(Ages 13+):

Book your 30-minute slot to experience one of our virtual reality programs.

Play BeatSaber,

Climb Mt. Everest, solve puzzles, and more!

Signed release must be on record. 

Call 503 845-6401 to reserve your spot or for more info! 

PS: Is there a VR game you'd really like to play?

We're shopping for new games!

Contact the library to give us your recommendations!

Thursday, Aug. 24 @ 4:30pm

Teen Advisory Board

(Ages 12-18)

Calling all teens to join our monthly Teen Advisory Board meeting! Hang out, eat snacks, play games, and gain leadership experience by collaborating with the library on programs, collections, games & more.

Snacks provided!

Thursday, August 17 @ 4:30pm

Alice in Wonderland Escape Room

(Grades 6-12):

Help Alice escape the Queen of Hearts!

Work together to solve the clues and beat the room! 

Tuesday, Aug. 8 @ 5:00pm

Teen Hangout

(Grades 6-12):

Grab a group of friends or come alone and meet some new faces. 

Board games, crafts, virtual reality game, air conditioning and snacks will be provided.

Programs for Children

Wednesday, Aug. 9 @ 4:00pm

Summer Learning Activity:

Find Your Voice Through Journaling (Ages 5-12): 

Make your own journal!

You will have prompts to help guide you in your writing and to help you find your voice!

There are also pencil or pen toppers for you to create to make your journaling feel extra special! 

All supplies provided.

Wednesday, August 30th

@ 1:00-3:00pm

Water Wednesday

(Ages 6 & under):

Enjoy water activities in the Courtyard for kids 6 years and younger with a caregiver. 

Bring a towel and sunscreen.

Weather permitting.

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.

Find Mango Mt. Angel!

Mango the parrot is exploring Mt. Angel and you might see him in a shop window or inside somewhere around town!

If you see him, come into the library and tell us where to enter in to WIN Mango (he's super soft!)

Check our Facebook, Instagram, or the library window by the courtyard tree for each week's hint!

Weekly Take-Home Packets!

Each week throughout the summer, we'll have a FREE Take-Home Packet with fun activities!

You might have an art project, make music, learn about the stars, and so much more!

All Summer:

Sidewalk Obstacle Course!

Hop, skip, jump and twirl on

the sidewalk around the library! 

City Newsletter & Emergency Notifications

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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 five area attractions
• Mobile hotspots for WiFi
• NEW! STEM Kits