April 2021
A better West Slope is coming
News from the Director
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Kristen Thorp
West Slope Library Director
Hello!  
 
You might remember from the last newsletter that our carpet shipment was delayed. What you might not know is that when they started to remove the old carpet, the old glue caused damage to the floor. Good news, the floor is now fixed, and the new carpet looks great!  
 
We are working on deliveries for new office furniture, new circulation desk, bookshelves, lockers, computer tables, and new comfy seating . The final floor boxes with electrical outlets for tables and chairs will be installed. Electrical inspection will be the last hurdle before we can bring back the boxes with all our books and media.  
We will soon be unpacking boxes, fine-tuning our new workflows, and getting ready to resume in-person library services on June 1. In our May newsletter, we will preview what services will be available when we return. We are so excited that we will get to see you again soon.  
 
Take care, 
Kristen 

New floors, paint, and tables!
Remodel update picture: fiction
 
Remodel update picture: Computer tables
 
Remodel update picture: main area
 
Remodel update picture: long view, Adult non-fiction and Fiction
 
Remodel update picture: cabinets
 
Remodel update picture: kid's space
 
Watch the latest progress video!
 
Programs and more
Get Vaccinated Oregon!
 
Thea walks you through signing up for vaccine notifications.  
Sign up for Book Group

April 7, 2-3:30pm
Deacon King Kong
by James McBride
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Book jacket of Deacon King Kong
Storytime with Terisa
 
Every Tuesday at 10am!
 
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Superhero First Chapter Books  
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One-on-one help available!
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Learn how to Book a Librarian
 
Reading recommendations
Image of book jackets for book list: Fiction and Memoirs about Homelessness
Image of book jackets for book list: bell hooks and Inclusive Feminist Theory
Image of book jackets for book list: Vegetables, Violins, and Vans!
Fiction and Memoirs about Homelessness
bell hooks and Inclusive Feminist Theory
Vegetables, Violins, and Vans!
Meet our Friends

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Friends of the West Slope Community Library is a nonprofit volunteer organization created to increase public interest and participation in our library and to provide support for our library’s collection, activities, and fiscal well-being.
 
With funds from memberships, donations, bequests, and fundraising events, the Friends help pay for books, programs, and special items and publish a quarterly newsletter. Join us! 
 
Until further notice, we are not collecting donated books for our in- house used book sale. To renew your membership, join, or make a donation via PayPal please visit our website www.FriendsofWSL.org

West Slope Community Library

3678 SW 78th Ave Portland, Oregon 97225503-846-6416

www.westslopelibrary.org