Library News April 2024

April 1, 2024   Aging, Diversity of Cedar Mill, Education, Garbage & Recycling, Library, Parenting
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I Lived to Tell the World Author’s Conversation

Tuesday, April 16, 6 pm, Beaverton City Library, 12375 SW 5th St, free

Join us for a conversation with author Elizabeth Mehren on the various aspects of creating her powerful collection of stories. This will be a different type of conversation, as together we remember the remarkable journey that culminated in the publication of this book and we explore its relevance in today’s world of increasing conflict. 

Many thanks to our partner and community supporter, The Beaverton City Library, for giving us the opportunity to have this timely conversation to commemorate Genocide Awareness Month. Read here for more information.

Library Events and Programs

Abbreviations: Cedar Mill Library is CML, 1080 NW Saltzman Rd.; Bethany Library Annex is BLA, 4888 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite K-2; Bethany Library is BL, 15325 NW Central Drive, Suite J-8y). Washington County Cooperative Library Services is WCCLS.

Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries (CMBCL) invite you to find event calendars, storytime schedules and more on website. Find event calendars, storytime schedules and more on the Library website. [Ed. Note: the entire CMBCL submission is in the online version of Cedar Mill News. The print/PDF version is shortened and leaves out many repeating classes.]

Visit this page to read the latest newsletter and sign up to get it in your inbox. For more information, call (503) 644-0043, visit the website library.cedarmill.org; or email us: askuscml@wccls.org

Kids

Grab and Go Crafts

Friday, April 5, CML and BL

Pick up craft supplies at either library. Crafts are available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. One per child, please.

Positive Parenting Meetup

Saturday, April 13, 10:30-11:30 am, CML, Ages 1-3 & their caregivers, Registration Required

Join us for an interactive playgroup and parenting class. Get expert advice from Positive Discipline Educator and Happy Home founder, Megan Barella.

DIY Bookmark

Monday, April 8, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 6-12

Decorate your own bookmark using our supplies.

STEM Pop-Up Activity

Tuesday, April 9, 2-4 pm, BL, Ages 6-11

Drop in for self-directed, easy STEM projects.

Who Would Win Party

Saturday, April 9, 2-3:30 pm, CML, Ages 6-11

Are you a fan of Who Would Win books? Join us for fierce crafts, extreme games, amazing animal trivia and more!

Storytimes April 1-May 24

Learn more on the Library Storytime webpage.

Babytime
Wednesdays, 11:30-12 pm, CML, Ages 0-12 months
Fridays, 11:30-12 pm, BLA, Ages 0-12 months
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30-11 am, CML, 12-36 months
Mondays & Tuesdays, 10:30-11 am, BLA, 12-36 months
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 3+
Thursday, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 3+
Family Storytime
Saturday, April 6, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2+

World Language Storytimes

Mandarin Storytime
Sunday, April 7, 10:30-11:30 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Spanish Storytime
Friday, April 12, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2-6
Korean Storytime
Wednesday, April 10, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Hindi Family Storytime
Saturday, April 20, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 2+

Find more fun for kids on the Kids’ events webpage.

Teens & Tweens

Teen Crafternoon: Paper Dragon Puppets

Saturday, April 6, 1-3 pm, BLA, Ages 11-18

Registration Required

Learn to fold paper to make your own elaborate dragon hand puppet! Materials provided.

Chaotic Crusaders Club: D&D for Teens

Saturday, April 13 May 11, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 11-18, Registration Required

Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players welcome!

Stories of Vulnerability: A Mark Oshiro Reading Challenge

April 1-30, 8-12th grades

Author Mark Oshiro has gathered some of their favorite books featuring raw, vulnerable characters. Read one title, check off your progress in the Beanstack app and be entered into a drawing for a Powells’ gift card. Sign up on the website or by scanning the QR code.

Visit the Teen webpage to find resources for teens and tweens.

Adults

DIY Candle Holder

Thursday, April 4, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required

Use molding clay and simple tools to create a beautiful lotus flower candle holder, then fire your creation in your oven at home. All materials provided.

English for Speakers of Other Languages, Intermediate

Thursdays, April 4-May 30, 3-5 pm, CML, Adults

Discuss themes, grammar, and vocabulary from the provided textbook. Hosted by Goodwill Industries.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Wednesday, April 10 & May 8, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults

Chat and improve your Spanish language skills through facilitated conversation.

Technology Open Lab

Thursday, April 11, April 25, 1-3 pm, CML, Adults

Get started with basic computer skills and practice with laptops, tablets, or cell phones. Bring your own device or use one of our laptops.

Avid Adventurers Alliance: D&D for Adults

Saturday, April 13, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 19+, Registration Required

Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players are welcome!

Supporting Youth Mental Health in a Post-Pandemic World

Wednesday, April 17, 6-7:30 pm, Zoom, Adults, Registration Required

Discuss how youth mental health was impacted and has evolved throughout the pan-demic, and to what extent covid “after-shocks” are still happening. Focus will be on upper elementary and middle school-age students. Presented by Allan Cordova, Ph.D.

A Will Is Not Enough

Thursday, April 18, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults

Receive practical advice on safeguarding your assets and healthcare wishes during and after your lifetime.

What You Should Know When You’re Starting as a Caregiver: Presented by DAVS

Friday, April 19, 2-3 pm, CML, Ages 19+

This workshop will discuss important conversations, resources, and how to advocate for yourself.

Medicare 101

Wednesday, April 24, 10:30-11:30 am, BLA, Adults

Join Michelle Hernandez from Health Plans in Oregon as she goes over the basics of Medicare, what parts are right for you, and how to enroll. This event will also be presented in Español on Saturday, May 18, 10:30-11:30 am at CML.

Beyond Recycling at Home

Thursday, April 25, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults

Discover other strategies to practice at home to reduce our environmental footprint even more than recycling.

Monthly Groups for Adults

Questions? Write askuscml@wccls.org and visit the Library website.

Writers’ Mill workshop with Carolyn Martin

Sunday, April 21, 1-3 pm, CML and Zoom

Carolyn Martin will lead local writers and friends with a presentation and workshop on poetry, inspiration, getting published, and just having fun with words. Join us in person or ask the librarian for a Zoom link to join online. Find us at portlandwritersmill.org.

Owl Book Group

Friday, April 26, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 16+

Discuss Mercury Pictures Presents by Anthony Marra together.

Voices in Verse

Saturday, April 27, 10:30-11:45 am, Online via Zoom, Ages 16+, Registration Required

Share your own poetry or listen to others’ favorites.

Learn more about library groups and events for adults on the Adults webpage.

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Second Edition Resale

Tuesday-Saturday, 10-4, and Sunday, 12-4, 1050 NW Saltzman Rd.

Spring has sprung, with gardening and Mothers’ Day themes at Second Edition Resale!

All proceeds from your purchases made at Second Edition Resale support Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries. Donations accepted Tuesday through Saturday during business hours, except during Storewide Sales weeks.

Learn more on the Second Edition Resale webpage. Follow @SecondEditionResale on Facebook and Instagram to see the newest items and keep up with promotions and sales.

Library Book Sale

CMBCL’s Book Sale offers over 2,000 titles at great prices waiting to be yours! 100% of your Book Sale purchases and donations benefit the nonprofit Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries. Questions about donating? Call 503-644-0043 or visit the Library book sale webpage.