Library News May 2025
Find event calendars, storytime schedules and more at Library.CedarMill.org. To learn more and register for these events, visit the Event Calendar page and select the date for the event you’re interested in. For more information, call (503) 644-0043, visit the website, or email askuscml@wccls.org.
Abbreviations: CML is Cedar Mill Library, 1080 NW Saltzman Rd.; Bethany Library Annex is BLA, 4888 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite K-2; BL is Bethany Library, 15325 NW Central Drive, Suite J-8y.
Kids
Skills for School
Wednesday, May 21, 11-11:30 am, BLA, Ages 3+
Join us for activities designed to develop early learning skills in young children. Caregivers and children are encouraged to participate together.
Storytimes April 29-May 29
Learn more at library.cedarmill.org/storytime.
Babytime
Wednesdays, 11:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 0-12 months
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30-11 am, CML & BLA, 12-36 months
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, 10:30-11 am, CML & BLA, Ages 3+
Family Storytime
Saturday, May 3, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2+
World Language Storytimes
Spanish Storytime
Saturday, May 10, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2-6
Mandarin Storytime
Monday, May 12, 10:30-11:30 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Hindi Family Storytime
Saturday, May 17, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2+
Japanese Storytime
Monday, May 19, 10:30-11:30 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Find more fun for kids at library.cedarmill.org/events/kids.
Parent Information Series
Toddler Talk
Thursday, May 15, 6:30-8 pm, Online via Zoom, Adults
This interactive workshop will cover the basics of developmental stages, screen time, and the brain science of behavior. Presented by Megan Barella, Positive Discipline Educator.
Teens & Tweens
Chaotic Crusaders Club: D&D for Teens
Saturday, May 10, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 11-18, Registration Required
Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players welcome!
Teen Game Night: Super Smash Bros. Tourney
Friday, May 23, 6-8 pm, CML, Ages 10-18, Registration Required
Compete in our Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Tournament. Meet your friends and play Switch, Wii, and Gamecube games together.
Adults
English for Speakers of Other Languages, Intermediate
Thursdays, 3-5 pm, CML, Adults
Discuss themes, grammar and vocabulary from the provided textbook. Hosted by Goodwill Industries.
Technology Open Lab
Thursday, May 8, May 22, 1-3 pm, CML, Adults
Get started with basic computer skills and practice with laptops, tablets or cellphones. Bring your own device or use one of our laptops.
Softening Sharp Teeth: Getting Curious About Conflict
Thursday, May 8, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required
This community conversation is an opportunity to reflect on our relationships to inter-personal conflict and how we can use it to grow.
Avid Adventurers Alliance: D&D for Adults
Saturday, May 10, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 19+, Registration Required
Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players are welcome!
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Friday, May 9, 3-4:30 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required
WCCLS Digital Navigator will help explain how AI works and how you can use it.
Getting Started with WhatsApp Workshop
Tuesday, May 13, 12-1:30 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required
Practice using WhatsApp, sending messages and photos, and making a video call.
Small Business Roundtable
Tuesday, May 13, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults
The Economic Development Department of Washington County and others share how to start or grow your small business.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Wednesday, May 14, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults
Chat and improve your Spanish language skills through facilitated conversation.
Medicare 101
Monday, May 19, 11 am-12 pm, CML, Adults
Health Plans in Oregon covers the basics of Medicare, what parts are right for you, and how to enroll.
This Is Vietnamese Portland
May 24-May 31, CML, Adults
An exhibit featuring Vietnamese Portlanders’ art, music, entrepreneurship, and community leadership.
Archive Day with Lewis and Clark College
Saturday, May 31, 11 am-12 pm, CML, Adults
Learn archival practices for preserving and digitizing important family documents and artifacts. Archival supplies, such as acid-free boxes and folders, will be provided.
Monthly Groups for Adults
Questions? Write askuscml@wccls.org and visit cedarmillbethany.libcal.com.
Writers’ Mill with Cindy Brown
Sunday, May 18, 1-3, CML and over Zoom, FREE
Cindy Brown (author of the Ivy Meadows mysteries) will join us at the Writers’ Mill, introducing us to the wonders of Draft2Digital, self-publishing vs traditional publishing, and any other questions we can think of. If you’re interested in writing and words, please join us—no commitment, no fee, just a great chance to meet with other writers. Find out more at portlandwritersmill.org, or ask a librarian.
Owl Book Group
Friday, May 30, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 16+
Discuss the title Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism by Rachel Maddow together.
Learn more about library groups and events for adults at library.cedarmill.org/adults.
Second Edition Resale
Monday-Saturday, 10-4, and Sunday, 12-4, 1050 NW Saltzman Rd. Portland, OR 97229.
Celebrate spring with fabulous finds from your favorite resale shop!
Upcoming Themes:
- 4/21-5/11: Mother’s Day
- 5/12-5/25: Camping
- 5/26-6/15: Father’s Day
Learn more at library.cedarmill.org/second-edition-resale. 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.
