Events at Cedar Mill
Start your weekend with stories, songs and puppets for the whole family! Ages 2 and up.
1st and 3rd Saturday at 10:30
September 7 and 21
October 5 and 19
November 2 and 16
December 7 and 21
Held downstairs in the Children’s Area.
Don’t be bored! Come to play with family and friends!
September 9 – December 16
Library closed on Monday, November 11.
Ages 5 and up
Share songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while learning about early literacy skills and socializing in a supportive environment.
Best for non-walkers ages birth-12 months.
Every Monday at 11:30 and 1:30, September 9 – October 21 and November 4 – December 16.
Library closed on Monday, November 11.
Held upstairs in the meeting room.
Share songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while learning about early literacy skills and socializing in a supportive environment.
Best for non-walkers ages birth-12 months.
Every Monday at 11:30 and 1:30, September 9 – October 21 and November 4 – December 16.
Library closed on Monday, November 11.
Held upstairs in the meeting room.
Events at Bethany
Kids are back in school, which means it’s time to stock up on some great books for both kids and adults when a serious study break is needed! Come to our annual Back to School Sale to ensure that this school year gets off to a great start. Starts Saturday, September 7 and runs through Saturday, September 21.
Compete against your friends in our Super Smash Bros. Nintendo Switch Battle. Enjoy other console games as well. Ages 11-18.
Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while making new friends!
Ages 12-24 months.
Read to the Dogs is a program that pairs young readers with trained dog-and-handler teams. This program helps children develop their reading skills in a relaxed, non-judgmental environment.
Reservations are Required. To register, drop by or call the Bethany Library at (503) 617-7323. Due to the popularity of this program, we ask that you please sign up for a maximum of one 30-minute session per quarter.
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