June 2024
Summer Reading 2024 --  Read, Renew, Repeat
Join us for events throughout the summer and enjoy free books and reading challenges for children, teens, and adults. Pick out your free book to keep starting June 1.
See our event line-up below!
Take-and-Make Kits
Pop by the library to pick up a kids' activity kit. There are new kits available each month this summer. Twenty kits will be put out every Sunday, available while supplies last.
 
June Take-and-Make Kits: 
Ages 0-4 - Finger puppet
Ages 5-9 - Cardboard car
Ages 10-18 - String art
WCCLS Library Website Survey
Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) is looking for your feedback for updating the website! Click the survey link below to participate. You can take the survey anonymously or provide your email to be entered in drawings to win one of five $20 gift cards to Powell's Books.
 
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Celebrating Pride Month
Cross My Heart and Never Lie
by Nora Dåsnes

Tuva is starting seventh grade, and her checklist of goals includes: writing a diary, getting a trendy look, building the best fort in the woods, and more. But when school starts, seventh grade has split her friends into rival factions: Team Linnea and Team Bao. Worst of all, Linnea and Bao expect Tuva to choose a side!
More suggestions for children here
Okay, Cupid
by Mason Deaver

As a cupid Jude's job is to bring couples together, and their new assignment involves a couple of teenagers -- except Jude's attraction to a certain human boy keeps getting in the way, and threatening their career.
More suggestions for teens here
The Fellowship of Puzzlemakers
by Samuel Burr

Raised by a group of eccentric enigmatologists, 20-something Clayton Summer, when the esteemed crossword compiler and main maternal presence in his life passes away, bestowing her final puzzle on him, embarks on a quest to uncover the secrets surrounding his birth, which will change him, and the Fellowship of Puzzlemakers, forever.
More suggestions for adults here
Library Events and Activities
All are free and open to the public
Events and Activities for Everyone
OREGON REPTILE MAN:
SUMMER READING KICK-OFF PARTY
We are pleased to offer two sessions of this beloved live animal show. You will see exotic reptiles up close and personal! Located in the library Community Room.
Saturday, June 1, 11:00 a.m. & 12:15 p.m.
Ages 2 and up.
SUMMER ART WALK
We are a stop on the Summer Art Walk! Come by and get your passport stamped to enter a prize drawing. Visit other downtown businesses and meet local artists. The library will offer a meet the artist station.
Thursday, June 20, 5:00-8:00 p.m. 
DANZA AZTECA OHTLI
Join us for an interactive afternoon with a cultural group that teaches and shares ritual Aztec dances from Mexico. Located at Cannery Square -- corner of SW Pine and SW Columbia.
Tuesday, June 25, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
CELEBRATING OUR HERITAGE:
UGANDAN TRADITIONAL DANCE
Help us celebrate the Juneteenth holiday at Sherwood Center for the Arts for this culturally rich program that brings traditional dance, costumes, and music from Uganda. This program is provided with funding from Cultural Coalition of Washington County and Oregon Cultural Trust.
Tuesday, June 25, 6:30-7:15 p.m.
This event takes place at Sherwood Center for the Arts.
LOUIE FOXX, MAGICIAN
This Incredible Idioms show has magic, comedy, cowboy tricks, hand shadows, and much more! Located at Cannery Square
-- corner of SW Pine and SW Columbia.
Tuesday, July 2, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
RHYS THOMAS, JUGGLEMANIA
Rhys has performed in over 30 countries and can ride a tall unicycle while juggling all maner of objects! Located at Cannery Square -- corner of SW Pine and SW Columbia.
Tuesday, July 9, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
HABIBA'S VILLAGE
Join us for stories from Ghana, Guinea, Gambia, and Senegal using poetry, rhythm, and dance. Located at Cannery Square
-- corner of SW Pine and SW Columbia.
Tuesday, July 16, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
GOAT PARTY
This station-based party, with STEM activities, crafts, and an obstacle course, celebrates all things goats! Located at Cannery Square -- corner of SW Pine and SW Columbia.
Tuesday, July 23, 11:00-11:45 a.m.
Events and Activities for Youth and Family
YOUTH SUMMER READING
All ages can pick out a free book starting June 1. No registration required. Choose your reading goal and pick up a prize book when you reach it, July 15 - August 31, and enter the grand prize drawing.
June 1 through August 31.
PAPERBACK PALS
[IN-PERSON / ZOOM]
It's so much fun to talk about the books you love with pals who enjoy reading! A free copy of Leonard: My Life as a Cat by Carlie Sorosiak is available at registration while supplies last. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Thursday, June 20, 3:45-4:45 p.m. Grades 3-5. Registration required. Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
BOOK BUDDIES
[IN-PERSON / ZOOM]
We will discuss the book Down in the Dumps: The Mystery Box by Wes Hargis, and afterwards everyone will have a chance to comment. Free copy of this month’s book available at registration while supplies last. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Thursday, June 27, 3:45-4:45 p.m. Grades K-2.
Registration required. Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
BILINGUAL STORYTIME IN THE PARK
Our 8th Annual Camp-like event, for all ages!
Enjoy storytime in Spanish and English, a free sack lunch provided by Helping Hands, outdoor activity with Sherwood YMCA, and a craft hosted by local businesses. Perfect for Spanish speaking families, families with children in the immersion program, and families wanting to expose their kiddos to another language.
Thursdays, July 11, 18, and 25 @ 10:30-11:30 a.m.
This event takes place at Stella Olsen Park.
Summer Storytimes -- Begins June 5
ALL AGES STORYTIME
Join us for interactive storytimes where we read books, sing songs, and play action rhymes. This event is designed for kids birth to 6. All ages welcome.
Wednesdays @ 9:30 & 10:15 a.m.
BABY STORYTIME
Introduce your child to the love of reading and books. We lead parents and caregivers in an interactive experience that will have you bouncing, tickling, singing, and enjoying books together with your baby. This event is designed for babies 0-12 months and their grown-ups.
Thursdays @ 10:15 a.m.
Events for Tweens and Teens
DESTRESS WITH FLOW ARTS -- JUGGLING
Join Shanda Button for an introduction to Flow Arts and hear about experienced combatting anxiety and depression. Make your own juggling bags and walk out with the basic juggling skills.
Saturday, June 1, 2:00-3:00 p.m. Ages 10 and up.
FICTION FRIENDS
[IN-PERSON / ZOOM]
Friends are easy to make and keep at this book discussion. Free copy of Starfish by Lisa Fipps available at registration, while supplies last. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library. 
Thursday, June 13, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Grades 6-8. Registration required. Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
Events for Adults
ADULT SUMMER READING
Summer Reading is back! Pick up a free book at the library starting June 1, read any book or audiobook you’d like, submit book reviews online or at the library (through August 31). Each book review enters you into weekly and grand prize drawings! 
June 1 through August 31.
ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION
Read. Be inspired. Discuss. We are discussing Solito by Javier Zamora -- a memoir of the author’s journey to the United States at age nine to reunite with his parents. The first ten participants to register receive a free copy of the book. This event is sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Wednesday, June 12, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Registration required. Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
WRITING WORKSHOP
This is the last session of our Spring series. Author Marie Buckley leads a warm-up exercise and thematic writing session. No experience necessary. Bring writing tools and expect positive feedback. June's theme is "Candid."
Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Sunday, June 16, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Mango Languages
Learn a new language this year with help from Washington County Cooperative Library Services. English speakers can learn over 70 languages. Speakers of other languages can also learn English; English-language courses are offered in over 20 languages. Get started today at wccls.org/research/mango-languages.
Kanopy -- Streaming Movies and Video
Looking for a quick pick for family movie nights? Here’s a streaming video service for your preferred device! Check out feature length independent and classic film, documentaries, short films, international cinema, and educational/training videos. Streaming video for children is also available on Kanopy Kids! Set up a free account with your library card at wccls.kanopy.com.
Library Hours
WE WILL BE CLOSED WEDNESDAY, JUNE 19, IN OBSERVANCE OF JUNETEENTH.
 
LIBRARY HOURS
Sunday: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am-8:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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