Redmond Library Updates, Book Club Kits, NYT Access, and More

In the Know eNewsletter | November 2024

Redmond Library Updates

The new Redmond Library is buzzing with activity as we work to get the building ready to open to the public. While it looks complete on the outside—and books are on the shelves inside—there is still a lot of behind-the-scenes work to come. November and December will be dedicated to staff training and education on a variety of new systems and services in this functional and beautiful building. This training will ensure that we are ready to serve the public to the highest standard when the doors officially open this winter. In the meantime, the temporary Redmond Library remains open at 2127 S Hwy 97 in Redmond. To be updated as soon as an official opening date is announced, be sure to sign up for Redmond Library Updates here. To get a behind-the-scenes look at the progress, check out our photo album on Flickr. Please note that a ballot drop box is not yet installed at the Redmond Library; the temporary ballot drop box is located at 716 SW Evergreen Avenue in Redmond. For a full list of ballot drop locations in Deschutes County, visit the Deschutes County elections website.

Share Games and Puzzles—and Take Home Something New to You!

Are you bored with your board games? Tired of puzzling over the same old jigsaw puzzle? Swap your puzzles and games for something new to you! We’re hosting a Game Swap on November 9 and a Puzzle Swap on November 16 at the Downtown Bend Library. Bring in your gently used game (11/9) or puzzle (11/16) in the original box, and take home one that’s new to you. No missing pieces, please. Puzzles and games for all ages and levels are welcome.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens and Tweens

The role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) has experienced a resurgence over the past decade, gaining popularity with new generations of players. If you know a teen or tween who wants to learn the game, be sure to let them know about the Intro to Dungeons & Dragons programs in November (dates and locations here), as well as the Fall Break Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot on November 25.

Sensory Regulation with B.U.R.S.T.

B.U.R.S.T. is a new series of programs for families that focuses on sensory regulation, mindfulness, and social emotional learning. In November, you’ll find B.U.R.S.T. programs that focus on sensory-avoidant activities (November 5), mindfulness movement (November 12) and sensory-seeking activities (November 19). To explore books and resources focused on social-emotional learning, mindfulness, and sensory regulation, be sure to check out this list from your library.

Free Access to The New York Times, Including Games, Cooking, and News

Deschutes County residents, your Deschutes Public Library card gives you free digital access to The New York Times, including NYT Games and Cooking, as well as The Athletic and Wirecutter. To take advantage of free access, log in through the Deschutes Public Library website (scroll down to New York Times). From there, you’ll be linked to a page that gives you an access code. Codes are issued for 24 hours of access; after that, simply log in through the library website again.

Save Money with Book Club Kits

Hey book club members, did you know that your library has HUNDREDS of book club kits that you can check out? Each kit contains 10 to 12 copies of the same book, and can be checked out for up to two months at a time! Kits also come in a handy tote and include a reader’s guide to help fuel your discussion. There are more than 300 kits to explore on our website (note you can sort by publication date, genre, and more). And if you’re looking to join a book club, be sure to check out t he clubs hosted by Deschutes Public Library. We even have a new book club by genre; in November, we’re discussing memoirs and biographies.

Service Spotlight: Tech Help and Computer Classes

Whether you need help downloading apps or navigating a new device, Deschutes Public Library has classes and staff who can help! We host regular Technology Troubleshooting sessions throughout the month at a variety of locations for drop-in help; be sure to browse our online calendar for dates and times. We also offer classes geared toward specific topics, such as Working with AI and Getting Started with Your Windows Laptop. You can even use our Book-a-Librarian service for help using your device to access free library resources.

Follow the links below to learn how to access these programs

KIDS & FAMILIES

Family Story Time, Toddler Story Time, Preschool Story Time, and Baby Story Time - Visit our online calendar for dates, locations, and times. You’ll also find story times on our YouTube channel (as well as STEAM programs, scavenger hunts, and more).

Picture Book Party - 11/4 (D.Bend)

Infant Music Together Workshop - 11/5 (D.Bend)

B.U.R.S.T.: Sensory-Avoidant Activities - 11/5 (D.Bend)

Upstream Family Explorers - 11/6 (Skyliner Lodge)

All-Ages Game Night with Modern Games - 11/6 (D.Bend)

Music Together Workshop - 11/8 (Sunriver)

Dream Jars - 11/8 (Sisters); 11/12 (La Pine); 11/20 (E.Bend); 11/22 (D.Bend); 11/26 (Sunriver)

Board Game Swap - 11/9 (D.Bend)

Music, Movement, and Stories - 11/11 (D.Bend)

B.U.R.S.T.: Mindfulness Movement - 11/12 (D.Bend)

Puzzle Swap - 11/16 (D.Bend)

B.U.R.S.T.: Sensory-Seeking Activities - 11/19 (D.Bend)

Graphic Novel Book Club: Aquanaut - 11/19 (E.Bend)

Rainbow Family Night - 11/21 (D.Bend)

Gobi: A Little Dog with a Big Heart - 11/23 (D.Bend)

Save the Vaquita - 11/23 (La Pine); 11/24 (E.Bend)

MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL

Intro to Dungeons & Dragons - 11/1 (Sisters); 11/5 (D.Bend); 11/6 (E.Bend); 11/13 (Sunriver);

Fall Break Dungeons & Dragons One-Shot - 11/25 (D.Bend)

Thrive Central Oregon (Downtown Bend, East Bend, Redmond) - ver página 8 aquí

Introducción a Calabozos y Dragones - 11/5 (Downtown Bend)

Abogado en la Biblioteca (en línea) - 11/6,

Tardes en Familia - 11/6 (Sisters); 11/27 (East Bend)

Al Mal Tiempo Un Buen Cuento - 11/16 (East Bend)

Repair Café - 11/20 (Redmond Proficiency Academy)

Life Coaching Para La Mujer - 11/21 (East Bend)

BOOK CLUBS

Library Book Club at Becky Johnson Community Center: Happiness Falls - 11/7

East Bend Library Book Club: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow - 11/9 (E.Bend)

Nonfiction Library Book Club: Of Time and Turtles - 11/12 (Suttle Tea)

Larkspur Book Club: The Wishing Game - 11/20 (Larkspur Community Center)

Fiction Library Book Club: The Trackers - 11/20 (online)

Library Book Club by Genre: Memoirs and Biographies - 11/21 (Thump / Downtown Bend)

Downtown Bend Library Book Club: Mott Street - 11/22 (D.Bend)

ADULTS

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-in Consultations - see calendar for dates and times and visit Thrive's website for more drop-in sessions and locations throughout the county

Changing Patterns: Re-entry Weeklies - 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, (D.Bend)

Open Hub Singing - 11/4 (D.Bend); 11/13 (High Desert Music Hall)

Tuesday Trekkers Walking Group - 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26 (La Pine)

Technology Troubleshooting - 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 (Redmond); 11/7, 11/21 (D.Bend); 11/8 (Sisters)

SCORE Small Business Counseling - 11/5, 11/19 (D.Bend)

Indian Spices and Curry Class - 11/5 (Arome)

All-Ages Game Night with Modern Games - 11/6 (D.Bend)

Lawyer in the Library - 11/6, 11/20 (Online)

Notary Public Services - 11/7, 11/21 (D.Bend)

Getting Started with Your Windows Laptop - 11/7 (D.Bend)

Darkness to Light Training with KIDS Center - 11/7 (La Pine)

Upgrade Your Resume - 11/8 (Sisters); 11/13 (E.Bend); 11/22 (La Pine)

Board Game Swap - 11/9 (D.Bend)

Music in Public Places: Alpenglow Reed Trio - 11/9 (Sunriver)

Music in Public Places: Redmond Cascade Chamber Players - 11/9 (High Desert Music Hall)

Law Librarian Office Hours - 11/12 (Redmond); 11/19 (La Pine Activity Center); 11/19 (La Pine)

SafetyNet Training with KIDS Center - 11/12 (Sisters)

Wednesday Walks with the Library - 11/13, (D.Bend)

NEW! Business/Nonprofit Librarian Office Hours - 11/15 (La Pine)

Puzzle Swap - 11/16 (D.Bend)

Death Café - 11/18 (D.Bend)

Intuitive Eating - 11/20 (D.Bend)

Working with AI - 11/21 (D.Bend)

Finding Gobi - 11/24 (D.Bend)

KNOW CYCLE

A Bicycle Built for Two Billion - 11/4 (E.Bend)

The Northern Paiute Cycle of Life: Yesterday and Today - 11/6 (High Desert Music Hall); 11/13 (Sisters Fire House Community Hall)

Cycle in Germany and Austria - 11/7 (D.Bend); 11/20 (Sisters)

United States of Misinformation - 11/12 (Sunriver); 11/13 (D.Bend)

Fall Leaves Craft - 11/21 (D.Bend)

Enneagram 101 - 11/19 (D.Bend)

Repair Café - 11/20 (Redmond Proficiency Academy)

Menopause 101 - 11/20 (Sisters)

WRITE HERE

Cycling Through Seasons of Change: Creative Writing Workshop - 11/11 (D.Bend)

How Writing and Reading Poems Can Make All Your Writing Better - 11/12 (D.Bend)

Third Thursday Spoken Word Night - 11/21 (High Desert Music Hall)

All libraries will be closed on November 14 for staff in-service training and education, and on November 28 and 29 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

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