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E-Newsletter
November 2, 2026
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Friday, November 13
Closed All Day
The Library will be closed all day on Friday, November 13. This closure allows for staff to participate in continuing education.
While the Library is closed, materials can be returned using the drive-up outdoor book return.
Normal Library hours will resume on Saturday, November 14
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With your Oregon Library card you have access to Transparent Languages Online which allows you learn another language!
Paid for by Oregon Public Library
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Did you know that OverDrive also has downloadable materials for kids?
Provided by the Wisconsin Public Library Consortium
| | SATURDAY! Local Author Meet & Greet | | | | |
Saturday, November 7
12:00-2:00pm
We’re bringing together readers (of all ages!) and writers! Meet Wisconsin authors and chat about their latest work. Each author will be selling their book. Plus, Stoughton's independent book store, Ink Cap Books, will be hosting a pop-up bookstore.
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Tuesdays
6:30pm, The Creative Space
All ages and skill levels welcome.
Are you interested in improving your chess skills, learning more about chess theory, and connecting with other chess players? Join the weekly chess club. No registration needed.
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Monday, November 16
5:30-7:30pm, Conference Room
Join us for a movie night at the library! Snacks are provided.
The Sheep Detectives (PG): Every night George Hardy, a shepherd who raises sheep for their wool, reads aloud a murder mystery, never suspecting that they can understand. When George is found dead under mysterious circumstances, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder!
| | 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. | | | | |
November 1-30
No registration. For ages 0-11
November is Picture Book Month! Let’s celebrate the first books we share and love with BINGO! Children receive tote bags made by the local BFF Book Club and a picture book for their first BINGO!
Track on either paper BINGO card, which are available at the Children's Desk, or via Beanstack!
| | Draw to Music with Artist & Author Desere Mayo | | | | |
Saturday, November 7
10:00am, Children's Program Room
No registration. Geared to ages 3-8 and families welcome.
Local author and artist Desere Mayo will talk about the inspirations for her books and art. After the short talk, attendees will have a chance to draw and make art to music selected by Desere as inspiration. The library will supply paper and various types of drawing tools (markers, crayons, paint sticks, etc).
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The Nutcracker Storytime
Saturday, November 14
10:00am
For ages 3-10. No registration.
Children will be enchanted by the timeless story of The Nutcracker, learn about ballet and storytelling through movement, and enjoy a festive, family-friendly introduction to one of the world’s most beloved ballets
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Pajama Storytime
Monday, November 16
6:00pm
For ages 2-8. No registration.
Oregon Straw Hat Players bring the picture book classic Yertle the Turtle and Other Stories to life! Wear your pajamas!
Feel free to dress up in PJs or costumes!
| | Family Art: Table Decorations | | | | |
Tuesday, November 17
3:30pm, The Creative Space
No registration. Drop-in event geared to ages 5-11.
For November, we are making table centerpieces and decorations.
Drop-in anytime during the session to make art! Bring your imagination while the Library provides the supplies!
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Wednesday, November 4
1:00-3:00pm, 1st Floor
No registration. For local homeschooling families.
Each month we welcome homeschool families to create, play, and hangout at the library at Homeschool Hangout. All supplies are provided by the library.
November Activities:
- Card-Making with Cricut machines and Accu-cut die cutter in the Creative Space
- Play with LEGOs and play games on the Nex playground system in the Children's Program Room
| | SWITCH Games EVERY Monday! | | | | |
Mondays, 3:00-5:00pm
The Creative Space
No registration. For tween and teens in grades 4 and up.
Gamers can come to the library after school to play video games on the Nintendo Switch. There will be a different Switch game each week. No need to bring your own Switch equipment.
Other games like Uno and Jenga will also be available to play.
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Wednesday, November 11
4:00pm-5:00pm, The Creative Space
No registration. For tweens 4th and 5th grades.
November Program: Egg Carton Mushrooms
Each month is a simple craft. Drop-in anytime during the session.
| | Taquitos Are Here to Help! | | | | |
Thursday, November 5
4:30pm - 5:30pm, The Creative Space
Registration is optional. For tweens 4th and 5th grades.
Interested in being more involved at the library and being a Taquitos member?
Taquitos meet monthly during the school year to work on special projects for the library. Past projects include making Thank You posters for the Friends of the Library, making Valentine's to hand out to kids, and decorating bookmarks for kids to use.
| | SWITCH Games EVERY Monday! | | | | |
Mondays, 3:00-5:00pm
The Creative Space
No registration. For tween and teens in grades 4 and up.
Gamers can come to the library after school to play video games on the Nintendo Switch. There will be a different Switch game each week. No need to bring your own Switch equipment.
Other games like Uno and Jenga will also be available to play.
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Wednesday, November 4
4:30-7:00pm, Community Room
For teens in grades 6-12. Registration required.
Come roll the dice and join an adventure! All experience levels welcome! Come with your own character or use one of our pre-generated characters.
Registration is required and space is very limited. Before registering, please make sure you are consistently available on the first and third Wednesday of the month.
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Friday, November 12
5:00pm-6:00pm, The Creative Space
For teens in grades 6-12. No registration.
November Program: Egg Carton Mushrooms
Drop-in anytime during the session! Hang out with friends while munching on a snack and making an easy craft.
| | T.A.C.O.S: Teens Helping at the Library | | | | |
Wednesday, November 4
5:00pm, Community Room
Teen Advisory Council of Students (T.A.C.O.S) is for teens in grades 6-12 who want to be involved at the library. Each meeting counts as an hour of volunteering, with additional volunteer opportunities available to T.A.C.O.S. members.
Interested? Come to the next meeting. After attending a meeting, students will be given an application and will need to fill it out to be a TACOS member
| | 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, November 9
The Great Beginnings Book Club meets the 2nd Monday of the month.
- 1:00pm, Oregon Area Senior Center
- 6:00pm, Conference Room
In October we will discuss The Book Club for Troublesome Women by Marie Bostwick
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Brown Bag
Wednesday, November 18
The Brown Bag Book Group meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 11:30am.
In October we will discuss Everything is Tuberculosis by John Green
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Freed Between the Lines
Thursday, December 10
The Freed Between the Lines Book Club meets quarterly and reads banned books. Discussions are held on Thursdays in the Conference Room at 6:30pm.
In December, we will read Persepolis by Marjan Strapi.
| | THURSDAY! Fiber Arts Meet Up | | | | |
Thursday, November 5
6:00-7:30pm, Conference Room
A meet up for adults. Children accompanied by an adult are welcome. All skill levels welcome.
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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Thinking about participating in National Novel Writing Month? Have a project you want to work on? Just want to write more? Join the Write In in the Community Room!
Meet up with other writers and after a 10-15 minute introduction, you can quietly work on your project. Stay the whole time or leave if early if you need to head out.
Bring your laptop or notebook and pen. Snacks will be provided. A writing prompt will be provided if you don't have a project to work on.
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Thursday, November 12
6:00-7:45pm, Community Room
Watch the documentary Welcome Poets created by PBS Wisconsin. After the screening, participate in a discussion and Q&A with the creators Nick Gulig, former Wisconsin State Poet Laureate (2023-2024), and Colin Crowley, producer.
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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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