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| Greetings & salutations!
Monday, February 5 Catalog Upgrade & library closure
The WCCLS Catalog will be upgraded starting at 6 pm on Sunday, Feb. 4, through Monday, Feb. 5. During this time, you can access the catalog but not log in to your account; the alternate catalog will not be available. The Adventure Pass, online payments, and some of our digital resources will also be unavailable.
GHCL is taking advantage of the upgrade to close on Monday, February 5 for an all-day staff training.
Still seeking speakers
We are still seeking speakers for a "Letters from Home" series this summer. If you are from another country and willing to about your culture, customs, history, and food, please contact Heather Waisanen, our adult services librarian.
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Mr. Ben's Music for Kids & Their Families | Saturday, February 3
10:00-10:45 am
Mr. Ben has been performing live children’s music in and around Portland since 2010. He believes that everyone is inherently musical and that exposure to live music at a young age can help unlock every child’s musical potential. His mixture of original songs and classic favorites will have the whole family singing and moving along! Recommended for ages infant to 5, but all are welcome to this family friendly event. |
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Weekly FamilyStorytime | Every Wednesday
10:00-10:45 am Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
The entire family is welcome to join in the fun as we read, sing, talk, and play!
No registration required
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Monthly Saturday
Storytime | Monthly on the 3rd Saturday
Saturday, February 17
10:00-10:45 am Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
The entire family is welcome to join in the fun as we read, sing, talk, and play!
No registration required
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| Saturday Take Home Crafts
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Saturdays 10 am - 3 pm Clay Kits
Every Saturday in February, take home some clay and get ready to play! Each kit contains supplies and instructions for creating a fun clay project. Available while supplies last.
February 3: Sparkly Clay Snowflakes
February 10: Play Doh Valentine Kits February 17: Patterned Clay Beads February 24: Build your own Gerome the Gnome
Kits are available on a first come basis, while supplies last.
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Crafternoon Tea | Saturday, February 3 Noon-2 pm In-person
Bring your own craft project to work on, while you enjoy the company of fellow craft enthusiasts. All levels are welcome. | |
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Nerd Night: Trivia for adults | Tuesday, February 6 5-6 pm Virtual Program
How much do you know about the four themed sets of questions? Themes change monthly. Points – which can be used at a future trivia night (or a physical prize) are awarded to those with the highest and lowest number of correct answers.
Registration required |
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| Tuesday Night Nourishment
Book Group | Tuesday, February 13 6:30-8 pm
Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
Our February selection is “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks. A scientist from Australia and a Nigerian-American art historian become connected by their shared interest in a 19th century race horse, one studying its remains, the other uncovering the history of the Black horsemen who were critical to its success.
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Nerd Night | Thursday, February 15 1-2:30 pm
Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
Our February selection is “Horse” by Geraldine Brooks. A scientist from Australia and a Nigerian-American art historian become connected by their shared interest in a 19th century race horse, one studying its remains, the other uncovering the history of the Black horsemen who were critical to its success.
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Henna Program | Friday, February 16 5:00-6:00 pm
Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
All ages are welcome to join us for this presentation on the history and cultural significance of henna. Attendees will receive a henna cone and basic designs to practice. Bakul will offer small henna designs for interested attendees.
Registration required Full - waitlist available |
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| Spring Gardening Tips for Ornamental Plants |
Saturday, February 24 1:00-2:15 pm
Live & in-person GeRoom (#7)
Led by Master Gardener Dennis Brown.
Learn steps that you can take now to ensure that your ornamental trees, shrubs and perennials will look their best this summer and all year round. This talk will provide tips for pruning woody ornamentals, with an emphasis on flowering and fruiting shrubs, and for dividing and transplanting your perennials. |
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