Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., 503.988.5386

Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., 503.988.5386

Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., 503.988.5386
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a
first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
FOR FAMILIES
Tiny Tots
Storytime for children 12-24 months with adult.
Thursdays, 10:15-10:45 am
Book Babies
Storytime for children 0-12 months with adult.
Thursdays, 11:15-11:45 am
Toddler Storytime
Storytime for children 24-36 months with adult.
Fridays, 10:15-10:45 am
Preschool Storytime
Storytime for children 3-6 years with adult.
Fridays, 11:15-11:45 am
Family Storytime
Storytime for children 0-6 years with adult.
Saturdays, 10:15-10:45 am
Vietnamese Storytime
Storytime presented in Vietnamese for children 0-6 years
with adult.
Saturdays, 11:15 am-noon
La hora de aprender (Time to learn)
La hora de aprender es un programa educativo de 30
semanas para niños de 0 a 6 años de edad y sus familias.
Los niños aprenderán letras, números, colores, formas, y
mucho más de una manera divertida a través de la lectura,
escritura, conversación, cantos y juegos. Este programa
gratuito concluye con una graduación y certificados para los
niños participantes. Regístrese en cualquiera de las
bibliotecas que ofrecen La hora de aprender.
Los martes a partir del 6 de octubre, 4:15-4:45 pm
Legos @ the Library
Bring your mad Lego skills to the library and let your
imagination flow. Bricks and supplies provided. Donations
welcome. For kids ages 5-11.
Friday, September 4, 4-5 pm
Friday, October 2, 4-5 pm
September/October 2015
How to 3D Print Your Minecraft Creations
Do your parents or teachers give you a hard time about
playing too much Minecraft? Come learn how to 3D print the
stuff you make in Minecraft and next time just say, "I'm
designing parts for 3D printing!" In this session, OpenFab
PDX will give you an overview of the tools you can use, pass
around some printed Minecraft models, and offer help and
feedback while you “work” in Minecraft.
Friday, September 11, 4-5 pm
Juba This and Juba That: A Collection of African
American Folktales
Storytelling plays a huge role in the culture of both Africans
and African Americans. In this presentation, Chetter
Galloway uses animation, sound effects and audience
participation to perform a potpourri of fun-filled stories from
the African diaspora. It includes amazing animal adventures
and trickster tales, as well as stories of courage, wisdom and
perseverance. Experience the rich folklore of African
Americans through these stories and how they assist with
teaching character development. These engaging tales not
only entertain, but they also educate listeners about the
important role of storytellers in preserving history.
Saturday, October 3, 1-1:45 pm
Symphony Storytime
The Oregon Symphony is on the road for interactive, musical
storytimes. This series focuses on books, music,
instruments, sound and fun. Each week features a visit from
an Oregon Symphony musician who will play and provide an
introduction to his or her instrument and orchestral music.
Wednesdays in October, 4-5 pm
Calaveritas de Azúcar / Decorate Your Own Sugar Skull
Pinta tu propia calaverita de azúcar y dedícasela a un
antepasado o a un ser querido. ¿Por qué azúcar? Alrededor
de México, el Día de los Muertos es una celebración de
recuerdos alegres, y lo dulce del azúcar nos trae recuerdos
de alegría. Paint your own edible sugar skull and dedicate it
to an ancestor or loved one. Why sugar? Throughout
Mexico, Day of the Dead is a celebration of joyful
remembrance, and the sweetness of sugar reminds us of
joy.
Sábado, 24 de octubre, 12:30-2:30 pm
Saturday, October 24, 12:30-2:30 pm
Family programming made possible in part by The Library Foundation.
If you have a disability and need accommodations to participate in an event or class, please call 503.988.5402.
Please give 48 hours notice to allow us to better serve you.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 NE Sandy Blvd., 503.988.5386
FOR TEENS
Teen Council
Meet new friends, learn new skills, help the library, eat
snacks, and have fun! Teen Council members work with
library staff to make the library teen-friendly.
Thursday, September 3, 4-5 pm
Thursday, September 17, 4-5 pm
Thursday, October 1, 4-5 pm
Thursday, October 15, 4-5 pm
Thursday, October 29, 4-5 pm
Pixel Game Tour
Pixel Arts is coming to a library near you for a tour of games
made by teens. Come play and hear how these games were
made.
Friday, September 18, 3:45-5:45 pm
FOR ADULTS
A Good Yarn
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come
join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and
ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies.
Tuesdays, 6-7:30 pm
Vietnamese Language Exchange
Practice Vietnamese or English and help other learners in a
friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in
English and half in Vietnamese. Beginners welcome.
Saturdays, 3-4 pm (except September 5)
Intercambio/Language Exchange
Engage in conversation with native English speakers who
want to practice their Spanish and with native Spanish
speakers who want to practice their English. Conversación
para los hablantes nativos de inglés y español que quieren
mejorar el segundo idioma.
Saturdays/sábados, 4-5:30 pm
Talk Time
Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native
speakers to practice speaking English.
Sundays, 12:30-2 pm
September/October 2015
Paint Your Own Van Gogh
You needn’t have painting experience to emulate techniques
of the masters, especially the clean lines and bold colors of
modern art. Vincent van Gogh’s art is notable for deep
colors, clear brushstrokes and a sense of movement. In this
guided workshop, learn acrylic paint skills and a little art
history while creating your own version of Van Gogh’s iconic
landscapes. Leave with a completed 11x14-inch canvas and
introductory skills in color mixing, composition and layering.
Registration required; register online, in the library or by
calling 503.988.5234.
Monday, September 14, 3-5 pm
Pageturners
Engage in stimulating conversation about books. Sponsored
by the Friends of the Library.
Read The Book Thief by Markus Zusak.
Monday, September 21, 6:30-7:30 pm
Read Breaking Chains: Slavery on Trial in the Oregon
Territory by R. Gregory Nokes.
Monday, October 19, 6:30-7:30 pm
COMPUTER CLASSES
Vietnamese Computer Lab
Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their
computer skills.
Wednesdays, 4-5:30 pm
Taste of Programming*
Come to this class to learn what programming is: What will I
be able to do if I learn to program? What is the difference
between programming and coding? Where can I learn
more? This class teaches programming in a casual and
slow-paced setting.
Sunday, October 4, 2:30-4:30 pm
Beginning Programming*
Come to this two-session class to get started with
programming. This class teaches programming in a focused
and fast-paced setting and uses lessons from
Codecademy.com. Sign up for a free account before class to
get started right away.
Sundays, October 11 and 18, 2:30-4:30 pm
* Registration required; register online, in the library or
by calling 503.988.5234.
Family programming made possible in part by The Library Foundation.
If you have a disability and need accommodations to participate in an event or class, please call 503.988.5402.
Please give 48 hours notice to allow us to better serve you.