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Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Mondays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family. Wednesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m. except Nov. 15 and 22.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. except Nov. 23.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Bilingual Storytime: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages. Tuesdays, Nov. 7 and 21 from 4 to 4:30 p.m.
Storytelling with Antonio Rocha: Storyteller Antonio Rocha will entertain you with mime, sound effects and zany characters. Saturday, Nov. 4 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Artist Trading Cards: Create your own trading cards using colored pencils, rubber stamps, collage and more. You may keep your cards or trade with other artists. Saturday, Nov. 11 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
Harvest Time: Greta Pedersen presents a program of guitar, dulcimer and harmonica music. Join the fun and sing and play percussion instruments. Learn hand motions and some sign language. Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Dance Dance Revolution: Anyone in grades 6 to 12 is invited to jump around like a fool to DDR. Compete with a friend or just try it out yourself. No experience necessary. Thursday, Nov. 2 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge & Homework Center: Use library computers to access the Internet and do word processing, get homework help from trained staff and online tutors, or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. except Nov. 2 and 23.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5386. Sunday, Nov. 19 from 1 to 3 p.m.
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. Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
ArtSpeaks -- The Quest for Immortality: Treasures of Ancient Egypt: Join Portland Art Museum docents as they present a slideshow about the museum's newest exhibit. The exhibit features the largest selection of antiquities ever loaned by Egypt for exhibition in North America. It dramatically illustrates the Ancient Egyptian beliefs and practices based on the afterlife journey of pharaohs. Saturday, Nov. 11 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Friends of the Library sponsors this community book club. Read "Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers" by Mary Roach for the discussion on Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Investment Basics: Mark Halvorson, investment representative for Edward Jones, presents 10 steps to follow when investing for, and during, retirement. Tuesday, Nov. 28 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. Learn to use a mouse, search the Internet, and send and receive e-mail. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesdays, Nov. 1, 8 and 15 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years. Mondays through Saturdays from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m. except Nov. 23.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months. Tuesdays through Nov. 14 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months. Wednesdays through Nov. 15 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months. Wednesdays through Nov. 15 from 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Thursdays through Nov. 16 from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tapestry of Tales Story Swap: Share your story with Antonio Rocha and the community. Tell a five-minute story you enjoyed hearing as a child or recently heard that captured your heart, mind and imagination. Recommended for ages 8 and up. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program.
Sunday, Nov. 5 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Native American Intertribal: This ensemble creates the atmosphere of a pow-wow through drumming, dance, storytelling and humor of indigenous people. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Saturday, Nov. 11 from 2 to 3 p.m.
The Barking Mouse: Enjoy a puppet show that reveals the importance of being bilingual. A Spanish mouse family enjoys their picnic until a cat threatens them. The mother mouse saves the day by demonstrating her ability to speak another language. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Sunday, Nov. 12 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Tapestry of Tales Family Matinee: Enjoy a storytelling performance by Eva Abram. Recommended for all ages. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Saturday, Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to noon.
When Animals Were People: Join Omar Vargas and the Atzinameyalli (Spring Water) Ballet Folklórico in a storytelling journey of animal folktales from Mexico and South America accompanied by traditional dances and colorful costumes. Sunday, Nov. 19 from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Teen Lounge & Homework Center: Use library computers to access the Internet and do word processing, get homework help from trained staff and online tutors, or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs. For teens in grades 6-12. Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Intro to DJing -- Mixing the Music You Like: Learn what it takes to be a DJ, what equipment you need, how to get started, and how it all works. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, Nov. 10 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Mondays, Nov. 13 and 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Sign up in advance at the library, or just come to any session. Mondays from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Citizenship Classes: Learn about the process of becoming a citizen. Classes are in English and are taught by library volunteers. For more information, please call 503-988-5216. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5386. Saturdays, Nov. 4-Dec. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon except Nov. 25.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Friends of the Library sponsors this community book club. Read "The Highest Tide" by Jim Lynch and meet the author on Tuesday, Nov. 14 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Medicare Part D Enrollment Assistance: Trained counselors will be on hand to help you figure out which prescription assistance programs you qualify for. Call the Multnomah County Aging and Disability Services Helpline for more information or to schedule an appointment. Registration is required. Call 503-988-3646.
Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Jazz Stories: Author Lynn Darroch presents a series of jazz narratives with interplay of words and music accompanied by guitarist John Stowell and saxophonist Rob Davis. Tuesday, Nov. 21 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. You must register and attend all three sessions. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Mondays, Nov. 6, 13 and 20 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail on the Web, like Yahoo or Hotmail. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Nov. 13 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Searching the Web: Prerequisite: Web Basics or Internet experience. This class combines Web Searching I and II so you can learn several Web searching tools at once. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, Nov. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Web Basics: Learn about the World Wide Web. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Nov. 18 from 2:30 to 4 p.m.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2000. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Nov. 20 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Computer Basics: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, Nov. 20 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
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