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E-Newsletter
August 3, 2026
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The Summer Library Program Wraps Up on August 15!
You can still sign up and earn prizes!
Teens and Adults must get log their reading and activities into Beanstack by the end of
day on August 15 to qualify for their respective grand prize drawings.
Library staff is happy to help enter your info into Beanstack!
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April 13-14
Community Room
To enter a creation, sign up by 8:00 pm on Tuesday, August 11.
The LEGO Creations Expo is OPEN for the public to view creations in the Community during these times:
- Thursday, August 13 from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. We are hosting a Special Reception for creators from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
- Friday, August 14 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
| | With your library card you have access to reliable online resources! See all the databases available on our website Research & Discovery! | | |
Morningstar provides financial information on over 30,000 stocks, mutual funds and ETFs.
Provided by Oregon Public Library.
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With your Oregon Library card you have access to CreativeBug which provides unlimited access to online art and craft classes.
Once you login, go to the top menu and hover over Classes to find classes for kids.
Paid for by Oregon Public Library
| | Explore the artwork of Paul Morrison of Wood Cycle. The exhibit will be at the Oregon Public Library from Wednesday, July 22 to Wednesday, September 9. The public is welcome to stop in when the Community Room is not being used by a group. | | Explore the art created by Meghan Rosing. The exhibit will be in the Reading Room at the Oregon Public Library from July 21 to September 10. | | | | |
Tuesday, August 4
10:00am-12:00pm, Conference Room
Men In Black (PG-13): James, an NYC cop, is hired by Agent K of a secret government agency that monitors extraterrestrial life on Earth. Together, they must recover an item that has been stolen by an intergalactic villain.
No Registration. Grab some popcorn and join us for a movie matinee at the Library! Light snacks will be provided.
| | Northern Comfort Bluegrass | | | | |
Thursday, August 6
6:30pm, Community Room
Join us for a special bluegrass and old country performance with favorites by Bill Monroe, Flatt and Scruggs, Louvin Brothers, Johnny Cash, Dailey & Vincent, Hank Williams, and many more. Featuring Northern Comfort!
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Wednesday, August 12
1:00-3:00pm, The Creative Space
This open-ended art project will introduce fabric and paper collage approach to children and adults. We will create colorful pictures by cutting, ripping, and gluing down scraps of paper and fabric to create vibrant pictures. There will be simple templates available as well as materials for making an original creation.
| | Events for Kids & Families | | Please check event if registration is required. Questions? Contact Youth Services at oreyouth@oregonlibrary.org, or call the YS Desk at (608)909-2020. | | Special Storytimes in August | | Weekly Storytimes will resume September 15-17. | | |
Saturday Storytime
August 8
10:00 am
Ages 0-5. No registration
Enjoy a story, songs, lots of wiggles, and puppets! The theme is the Ocean!
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Special Pajama Storytime:
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Monday, August 17
6:00 pm
Ages 0-5. No registration.
After Pajama Storytimes, stuffed animals stay in the library and have lots of adventures!
| | Bricks & Flicks in August | | | | |
Monday, August 5 and 19
1:00pm, Children's Program Room
No registration.
While you watch a classic children's movie, you can build with the Library's LEGOs. Get inspired to create!
After the movie, you can continue to build at Block Party till 5 pm!
August 5 The LEGO Movie
August 12 Lilo & Stitch
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Read to Millie
Tuesday, August 11
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 5 and up. This registration is for one 15 minute time slot starting at 11:00am. Families are welcome to share a time slot.
Millie, a Black Labrador Retriever, is certified through Pet Partners Therapy Dogs, Read With Me Program, and Dogs on Call, Inc.
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Read to Chaos
Tuesday, August 18
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 5 and up. This registration is for one 15 minute time slot starting at 11:00am. Families are welcome to share a time slot.
Chaos, a French Bulldog, is certified through Alliance of Therapy Dogs.
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Mondays through August 3
3:00pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For tweens going into 4th-5th grades.
Play a rotating schedule of video games on the library’s Nintendo Switch. All equipment provided.
Runs every Monday from June 15 to August 3 from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
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Wednesday, August 5
3:30pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For tweens going into 4th-5th grades.
The project is Mosaic Sticker Posters!
Get creative and crafty! Stop by the Creative Space to make crafts like slime, dragon eggs, sticker mosaics, and more!
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Mondays through August 3
4:30 pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up.
Play a rotating schedule of video games on the library’s Nintendo Switch. All equipment provided.
Runs every Monday from June 15 to August 3 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
| | D&D Beginner Crash Course For Teens | | | | |
Monday, August 3
6:15 pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up.
Come learn the basics of the classic role playing game Dungeons and Dragons! This beginner's dip into the world of Dungeons and Dragons is perfect for people who are curious about learning how to play the game, but have questions like “What’s a dungeon master?” “Where is Baldur’s Gate?” and “Wait, why do I need all these dice?”
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Thursday, August 6
3:30pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For teens going into grades 6 & up.
The project is Mosaic Sticker Posters!
Get creative and crafty! Stop by the Creative Space to make crafts like slime, dragon eggs, sticker mosaics, and more!
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Thursday, August 13
6:30pm, The Creative Space
Registration required. For young people going into 5th -8th grades.
You sign up for each week to build, play, and learn with LEGO Robots. Sessions run every Thursday through August 27.
This program is a partnership with the LEGO Robotics League.
| | Books are available a month ahead of the discussion at the end of the holds shelf. New members welcome! Email bookclub@oregonlibrary.org for more information. | | |
Great Beginnings
Monday, August 10
The Great Beginnings Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of the month.
- 1:00pm, Oregon Area Senior Center
- 6:00pm, Conference Room
In July we will discuss James by Percival Everett.
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Brown Bag Book Club
Wednesday, August 19
The Brown Bag Book Group meets the third Wednesday of the month at 11:30 am.
In July we will discuss Medicine River by Mary Annette Pember.
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Thursday, August 13
6:00-7:30pm, Conference Room
We usually meet the 1st Thursday but will meet the 2nd Thursday in August.
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.
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Thursday, August 20
6:00-7:30pm, Community Room
Explore the work of Paul Morrison of Wood Cycle. Learn about Urban Wood and how trees can be used after they need to be removed from the local landscape. In addition to the work in the exhibit, furniture and other pieces will be displayed. The reception will include a short talk to take place around 6:30pm.
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Thursday, August 27
6:30pm, Community Room
A learning event for adults. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome. Registration optional.
The International Crane Foundation is committed to a world where cranes, people, and our natural heritage thrive together. During this presentation, explore all 15 crane species, and dive into what we are doing to save them.
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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 Hours
Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-3:00pm
Sun: Closed
Drive through pick up available
Questions?
Email: orelib@orelib@oregonlibrary.org
Phone: (608) 835-3656
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