September 5, 2017, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
The Best of the 43rd Northwest Filmmakers' Festival touring program presents a carefully selected cross-section of filmmaking from the Northwest. The Northwest Film Center presents this showcase to bring the filmmakers wider exposure while offering regional independent films to venues and audiences large and small. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Medicare 101September 6, 2017, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Donna Delikat, field/training officer for the Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistance (SHIBA) program, will provide an overview of Medcare and an introduction to the free counseling services provided by SHIBA Medicare overview. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Business Planning: Is Your Idea Feasible? September 12, 2017, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Curious about starting your own business? Learn more about what to consider before taking the leap, as well as some tips for getting started writing your business plan. Presented by the Small Business Administration's Portland District Office and Portland Community College's Small Business Development Center. This program is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
Beyond BOLD: Opening Reception September 14, 2017, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
In celebration of Welcoming Week, the City of Beaverton's Beyond BOLD photography project will be on display at the library. The BOLD program (www.BeavertonOregon.gov/BOLD) develops leadership capacity in Beaverton's immigrant and refugee communities and communities of color. Join us for the opening reception to experience the photographs, mingle with the photographer and meet project participants. Free and open to the public; no registration required. More information at www.BeavertonOregon.gov/WelcomingBeaverton.
Story Slam: Welcoming Week Edition September 14, 2017, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
Have a "moving" story to share? Want to hear others' stories of departures and arrivals, stories about being in motion? Welcoming Week celebrates the stories of everyone in our community — those born here and those who came from afar. The Beaverton City Library Story Slam is a friendly, open-mic storytelling competition. This program is free and open to the public; recommended for ages 13 and up. Potential storytellers should arrive 15 minutes early to speak with the event host about their planned story.
Screening: Cascade Festival of African Films September 18, 2017, 5:30 PM-8:30 PM
Don't miss this opportunity to see a family-friendly film presented by the Cascade Festival of African Films! The film festival is well-known for the incredible richness of its films and the unique opportunity to interact with some of the leading lights in African cinema. Check out www.BeavertonOregon.gov/WelcomingWeek for more information about the film. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Access to Capital: Is There Money for Your Small Business? September 19, 2017, 6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Are you looking for financing to start or grow your small business? Attend this workshop provided by experts to learn more about your financing options. This program is free and open to the public; no registration is required.
Cultural Fusion Poetry September 19, 2017, 6:00 PM-8:30 PM
Build cultural bridges with Prisma Comm as a bilingual (Spanish/English) community poet guides the group through the creative process, writing poetry that express how we feel about each other, our city and our personal life experiences. Ages 18 and up. Space is limited and registration is required; register online at
www.BeavertonLibrary.org/Register. Find out more about this event and other Welcoming Week events at
www.BeavertonOregon.gov/WelcomingWeek.
Beyond the Pages of the Script September 19, 2017, 7:00 PM-8:00 PM
Explore the meaning of welcoming with Beaverton Civic Theatre, through select scenes from the comedy "You Can't Take It With You," presenting the awkward situation of meeting another family for the first time. Scenes will be followed by the musical comedy performance of "You Do Speak English, Don't You?," which highlights the challenges international husband and wife Mark and Helena Greathouse have experienced as a Czech-American couple. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Library to Business Open House September 20, 2017, 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
Whether you are starting or growing a business, there are local assistance organizations that will help you succeed. Maybe you are looking for financial help, market research or counseling on the viability of a business idea or just advice on steps. Tell us about your needs during this entrepreneur clinic. Meet community lenders and providers of free business consulting. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Columbia Gorge Towns to Trails September 20, 2017, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
The scenic Columbia River Gorge is the jewel of the Northwest. Join Towns to Trails' Laura O. Foster, author of guidebooks including "Portland Hill Walks" and "Columbia Gorge Getaways: 12 Weekend Adventures," to learn about the Towns to Trails network, a partially completed 200-mile trekking loop that aims to connect gorge towns, inns and wineries in Washington and Oregon via walking routes. Free and open to the public; no registration required.
Community Crafting for Adults September 21, 2017, 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Community Crafting for Adults meets every other month to present a new craft to do! Previous skills are not required, but creativity and conversation are highly encouraged! Ages 16 and up.
Registration required.
Learning About Taiwan from the Art of Tea September 23, 2017, 1:00 PM-3:30 PM
Join the Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambassadors on a family-friendly journey through Taiwanese tea history, attending a tea ceremony, preparing mashed Hakka tea and sampling bubble tea. Free and open to the public; no registration required. To find out more about this and other events during Welcoming Week, visit
www.BeavertonOregon.gov/WelcomingWeek.
Beaverton Old Town Photography Walk September 24, 2017, 11:00 AM-12:30 PM
Starting at Beaverton City Library Main, take a stroll through central Beaverton and look at Beaverton through a photographer's lens. Photographer Corky Miller will guide the walk and introduce basic photography concepts and techniques for taking beautiful and inspiring shots. Bring your own camera (or mobile device with a camera) and comfortable walking shoes, and be prepared for the day's weather! Find out more about Miller's work at www.corkymiller.com. Ages 16 and up. Space is limited and registration is required; register online at
www.BeavertonLibrary.org/Register.
Book Discussion Groups for AdultsBook Club at Murray Scholls
Reading ListMeets the first Friday of each month at 10 AM at the Murray Scholls branch library
Pacific Northwest Reading Café
Reading ListMeets the third Wednesday of each month at noon at the Beaverton Main Library
Recommended Reads
Reading ListMeets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM at the Beaverton Main Library