• Summer Events and Programs June 2024
• All Ages
• Kids
• Teens & Tweens
• Adults
• Second Edition Resale
• Writers’ Mill Learns about Agents, Editors, and Publishers

Summer Events and Programs June 2024

Find event calendars, storytime schedules and more at Library.CedarMill.org.

[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).]

Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries (CMBCL) invite you to 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

All Ages

Summer Reading 2024 for All Ages

June 1-August 31

Kids Birth-5th Grade

First, read or listen for 5 hours or set your own goal. Then pick up a reading log from the library or log online with Beanstack. Return your log to CML or BL between July 15 and August 31 to collect your free book.

Teens entering 6-12th Grade and Adults

Read 5 hours to finish. Track your reading, write reviews and complete activities in Beanstack to enter weekly drawings and earn more grand prize tickets, or pick up a paper log at CML. Teen finishers can collect a free book between July 15 and August 31, and earn one ticket for grand prize drawings. Visit the Summer Reading webpage to learn about Beanstack, events, and prizes.

Game Truck

Wednesday, June 12, 2-5 pm, Bethany Village Plaza, 4720 NW Bethany Blvd (parking lot near Starbucks), All Ages

Play video games in the Game Truck at Bethany Village’s Last Day of School Celebration.

Summer Reading Party

Friday, June 14, 6-8 pm, CML, All ages

Join us for activities, crafts, games and sign up for Summer Reading! Find other events and activities for any age this summer on the library website.

Kids

Grab and Go Crafts

First Fridays, June 7, Library Hours, CML and BL

Pick up craft supplies at either library.

Play and Learn

Saturdays, June 22, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 2-6

Drop by to play and discover with your child.

BJ the Clown’s Traveling Comedy Show

Friday, June 28, 10-10:45 am, Bethany Fountain, Ages 3+

Enjoy comedy, magic, juggling, music, storytelling, puppetry and audience participation.

Save the Earth Board Game Night

Friday, June 28, 6-8 pm, CML, Ages 8+, Registration Recommended

Join our environmentally-themed game night.

Storytimes June 18-August 9

Learn more on the Library Storytime webpage.

Babytime

Fridays, 11:30 am-12 pm, BA, Ages 0-12 months

Toddler Storytime

Tuesdays, 10:30-11 am, CML, 12-36 months

Tuesdays, 10:30-11 am, BLA 12-36 months

Family Storytime

Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 am, CML, Ages 2+ (excluding July 4)

Saturdays, June 1, July 6, Aug 3, 10:30-11:00 am, CML, Ages 2+

Thursdays, 10:30-11:00 am, BLA, Ages 2+ (excluding July 4)

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and movement!

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

Teens & Tweens

What to Expect at College

Wednesday, June 5, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Ages 13+

Hear from students about their college experiences.

Junkyard Wars: Chopped Edition

Saturday, June 8, 2-4 pm, CML, Ages 11-18, Registration Required

Compete in various crafting challenges for a prize.

Teen Crafternoon: Terrariums

Saturday, June 22, 2-3:30 pm, BLA, Ages 11-18, Registration Required

Make your own mini garden paradise in a jar.

Visit the teens’ library webpage to find resources for teens and tweens.

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.

Naturalization Information Session

Wednesday, June 5, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services will provide a free information session on applying for citizenship.

DIY T-Shirt Upcycling

Thursday, June 6, 6-7:30 pm, BLA, Adults & Teens

Thursday, June 13, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults & Teens

Give new life to old or damaged t-shirts by creating rugs, shopping bags, pillowcases and more. Bring your own shirt(s) and any decorations.

Caring for Yourself When You Are Caregiving: Presented by DAVS

Friday, June 7, 2-3 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required

The Washington County Family Caregiver Support Program will share practical ways to meet your own needs as a caregiver and as an individual.

Spanish Conversation Hour

Wednesdays, June 12, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults

Chat and improve your Spanish language skills through facilitated conversation.

Writers’ Mill

Sundays, June 16, 1-3 pm, CML and Online via Zoom, Ages 16+, Registration Required

Join this hands-on inspiring gathering of people who love to write. Newcomers welcome!

Repair Fair

Saturday, June 22, 1-4 pm, CML, Adults

Volunteers help fix small appliances, clothing, bikes, toys, electronics, jewelry and more.

Medicare 101

Monday, June 24, 3-4 pm, CML, Adults

Health Plans in Oregon will cover the basics of Medicare, what parts are right for you and how to enroll.

Community Conversation: Does Nature Have a Purpose

Wednesday, June 26, 6-7:30 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required

Explore our attitudes and assumptions about the purpose of the environment in our lives and how they shape our perception of environmental issues and policies.

Owl Book Group

Friday, June 28, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 16+

Discuss Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver.

Questions? Write askuscml@wccls.org and visit our events webpage.

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

Second Edition Resale

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

Visit Second Edition Resale for new-to-you treasures at unbeatable prices. Look for colored tags to save 50%-75% off already low prices.

Upcoming Themes

Father’s Day: May 27-June 16

4th of July: June 19-30

Writers’ Mill Learns about Agents, Editors, and Publishers

Sunday, June 16th, 1-3 pm, CML and on Zoom, Free

This is your chance to get inside knowledge on what agents, editors, and publishers do, and how it feels to be one or sign with one. This month’s Writers’ Mill meeting coincides with Fathers’ Day, and any father or family member wishing to write will benefit. Join us—everyone is welcome. More info on the Portland Writers’ Mill website or from your librarians.