It’s not all about books in this listing of Washington County library events, from March 17.
All library programs are presented free of charge unless otherwise noted.
Banks
42461 N.W. Market St.
COMMUNITY GARDEN CLEANUP — Come and get the community garden ready to produce again from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, March 26. Volunteers are asked to wear gloves and dress for the weather. Call 503-324-1382 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register.
START A VEGETABLE GARDEN WORKSHOP — Join the library for a morning of learning about vegetable gardening, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, April 9. This in-person program will include a hands-on session of seed planting with some seeds to take home. Call 503-324-1382 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to register.
ART LAB FOR ELEMENTARY — Examine the art of Faith Ringgold and make a self-portrait on fabric from 3-4 p.m. Tuesday, April 19. For kids.
Beaverton
12375 S.W. Fifth St.
ACTIVITIES TO GO — Pick up a package of activities from either library location starting Friday, March 18, to do during spring break. Supplies are available for two age groups: preschool through second grade and grades 3-5.
MINECRAFT AXOLOTL PENCIL POUCHES — Sign up to receive a make-and-take kit by Friday, March 18. Grades 3-6. Video instructions will be provided. Registration required at beavertonlibrary.org/register.
DIY TOTE BAGS — Decorate a tote bag with a message that promotes a cause you’re passionate about, from 3-4 p.m. Monday, March 21. Grades 3-8. This is an in-person program. All supplies will be provided. Registration required at beavertonlibrary.org/register.
SIMPLE NEEDLE FELT FLOWERS — Stop into the teen room and learn how to make a simple needle felt flower from 2-3 p.m. Tuesday, March 22. Grades 6-12. No prior needle felting experience needed. This is a drop-in program.
HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM FAKE FRIENDS — Learn about some of the latest scamming tactics, fraud and ways to boost your emotional protection from 10-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 30. For adults. This virtual program is presented by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and co-sponsored by Washington County Disability, Aging and Veterans Services. Register at beavertonlibrary.org/register.
ARMIN TOLENTINO — Hear from Clark County, Washington, poet laureate Armin Tolentino from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, April 2. Grades 6-12. This virtual program is co-hosted by the Young Willamette Writers. Registration required at beavertonlibrary.org/register.
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