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Mt. Angel Public Library
MAY 2022 MT ANGEL PUBLIC LIBRARY NEWS!
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Movie in the Park!
Encanto (PG)
Friday, May 13 @ 9:00pm—Movie in the Park: Encanto (PG) for all ages: Bring your own chair and enjoy the family movie, Encanto, on the library’s new outdoor theater—outside in Berchtold Park (gazebo) at 290 East Charles. Free sno-cones!

This will be the first of four "Movies in the Park." Each will take place on the second Friday of the month in a different park around town. Watch for more details.

NOTE: If it is windy or rainy, the movie will be shown inside the library.
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New services @ the Library!
AFTER-HOURS HOLD LOCKERS
How does it work?
  • If you have a hold & can’t pick it up during the library’s open hours, call us at least 30 minutes prior to closing. We will assign you a locker & give you a  4-digit PIN. We check out your item and secure it in that locker.
  • You have until noon on the next library business day to pick up your hold.  After that, it will be returned to circulation.
  • This service is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Lockers are located at the library’s back door and are monitored 24/7 by a security camera.
BUTTON MAKER
Patrons may use the library's button maker (creates 2 1/2" buttons) after purchasing button materials at the library  ($1 each or 6/$5).

LAMINATING
Patrons may use the library's laminator for 8 1/2 x 11" pages at $.50 per page.
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Mt. Angel Public Library is Now Fine Free!
On Monday, May  2, Mt. Angel's City Council voted to eliminate overdue fines at the library!

What does Fine Free mean?
Effective immediately, there will be no overdue fines charged on most Mt. Angel Public Library items. 
How does it work?
Every item checked out will still have a due date. Items will still automatically renew for as long as renewals are available and you will get the same reminders about overdue items you have always received. Remember that other patrons may be waiting for an item, so please do your best to bring items back on time.

There are a few exceptions, so click the button below for all the details.
Fine Free Policy & Rationale
Library Advisory Board Meets
Wednesday, May 18 @ 6:30pm—Library Advisory Board Meeting:  The Library Advisory Board meets four times per year and exists to advise, recommend, and advocate for the library. The meeting is open to the public, so any interested community member is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Library Closings in May
The Library will be closed on Saturday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day.
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LIVE! Adult Book Discussion
Thursday, May 19 @ 1:00—Adult Book Discussion: Gather to discuss the genre-bending novel, The Dream Daughter, by Diane Chamberlain. Copies are available at the library. Everyone welcome.
Adult Crafting: Paper Quilling
Wednesday, May 11 @ 1:00—
Adult Crafting-Paper Quilling: Gather to learn the techniques of paper quilling, an art form that involves the use of strips of paper that are rolled, shaped, and glued together to create decorative designs.  You will leave with a beautiful 8” wall hanging. All supplies provided.
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Paint Night!
Thursday, May 26 @ 4:30—Paint Night for Teens & Adults: Paint the Oregon mountains in a step-by-step class led by our very own Youth Services Coordinator, Katie Dillard! All supplies provided. Space is limited so registration is required.
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Spotlight on eResources:
Niche Academy
Niche Academy is a collection of ready-to-use quality tutorials that show you about available library eResources and how to use them. In addition, Niche Academy provides Tech Guides, Social Media primers, Research Essentials, and tips on how to use the library effectively. How do you find it? Go to the Library catalog. On the right hand side of the screen is a button that says "Resource Guides." Click on that and you're in! Check it out today!
Video Tutorial
Programs for Kids & Teens
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Community Helpers Family Storytime LIVE and Recorded
Tuesdays @ 10:30am  Tuesdays @ 10:30am—Live! (Ages 2-5 & family members): Gather to participate in songs, activities and stories with a special guest reader. Can’t make it to the storytime? Recordings will be posted on READsquared (link below).
READsquared
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Stories & STEAM
Tuesdays @ 3:30am—Stories & STEAM (Ages 6-10): Listen to a story about the theme of the week, join in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Art project, then make and enjoy a snack. 
May 3:   Birdhouses
May 10: Animals
May 17: Animal tracks
May 24: Pinwheels
May 31: Backcountry Cooking
Take-home activity packets will also still be available. Just ask!
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May's Storywalk®
Take a short walk around town and read the bilingual book Siesta
by Ginger Foglesong Guy.
Start at the Library's front door!
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STEAM Girls
Wednesday, May 4 & 18 @ 3:15-4:30pm—STEAM Girls (Gr. 6-8): Experiment and explore STEAM themes with other Middle School girls! Snacks provided. May’s theme is chemistry!
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Teen Arts & Crafts
Thursday, May 12 @ 4:30—Teen Arts & Crafts: Learn how to use Scratch Art in a step-by-step class! Snacks provided! 
Teen take-home activity packets will also still be available. Just ask!
FREE Workshops
Hosted by Chemeketa Community College
Saturday, May 7: Plan Your Vegetable Garden: Container Gardens
Tuesday, May 10: Mind over Mood
Thursday, May 12: Interviewing for Today's Jobs
Monday, May 16: Finding the Right Career Path
Monday, May 16: Introduction to Composting
Wednesday, May 18: The Science of Happiness
Friday, May 20: Nutrition for Families
Fri., May 20: Get the Most Out of Your Library Card
Monday, May 23: See Propagation
Wednesday, May 25: Hiking for Beginners
Thursday, May 26: Family Fitness
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And we are happy to serve you!
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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

  • 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
  • Activity packets for kids and teens
  • Home delivery (ask us how)
  • Cultural Passes to four area attractions
  • Mobile hotspots for WiFi
  • Library of Things: binoculars, flash cards, and more coming!

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Mt. Angel Public Library
290 E. Charles Street Mt. Angel, OR 97362
Phone: (503) 845-6401
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