Check the details for each program to find out if it's virtual, in-person, or a hybrid format.
For recurring programs, such as the Writing Group, crochet classes, and book clubs, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.
Many of our past virtual programs were recorded and are available for viewing on our YouTube channel.
Tuesday, March 14, 10:00am
Create beautiful spring themed welcome signs with this month's Take & Make kit for adults (age 18+). Each kit contains a decorative poplar plaque, twine for hanging, and paint to customize your own sign. Kits are first-come first-serve starting at 10am on March 14th at the Information Desk, while supplies last. Limit one kit per person.
Monday, March 16, 5:00pm
Writing your own obituary is an opportunity to reflect on your life, your accomplishments (and foibles!), your passions, your quirks. What do you think people love about you? What do you want this world to remember about you? It’s a tough assignment for sure, but why not start a working document that you can edit through the years? Your family will thank you for it. Join us for a presentation that focuses on your personal legacy. Led by Jamie Passaro, a Eugene writer and editor who runs dear person obits, this workshop will help you prepare a thoughtful, well-written obit. Participants will walk away with a start to their obituaries and a pdf of Jamie’s 27-page booklet on obit writing and a free spot on Elegy.us, a website that features memorial tributes with words and photos. This is a virtual program that will take place on Zoom. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link.
Saturday, March 21 | Community Room | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Give a puzzle, get a new puzzle in exchange at our Jigsaw Puzzle Swap! Gently used puzzles (in their original box) will be accepted at the Circulation Desk for a voucher starting Saturday, March 14th to Friday March 20th at 6:00 PM. Please tape all four sides closed. Redeem your voucher on Saturday, March 21 starting at 10:00 am until 10:30. Puzzles will be open to all from 10:30 AM -11:00 AM on only March 21, no vouchers needed. This does not include puzzles from the Book Nook Used Bookstore. All ages are welcome at this event.
Thursday, March 26, 11:00am
Need something to do during spring break? Drop in anytime between 11 and 12 to test your wits against a unique collection of handmade wooden brain-teasers crafted by Thomas Burnett. All ages welcome.
Thursday, April 9th | 6-7:30 PM | The Community Room | Registration Required
Learn to create satisfying sweets made with whole plant-based ingredients. If you love dessert but want options that leave you feeling nourished and energized, this is a class you won’t want to miss. Come ready to taste, learn, and transform the way you think about sweets!
Thursday, April 2nd 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for an exhilarating journey through the history of US women astronauts with Valerie Neal, emerita curator from the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum and expert on human spaceflight.
Saturday, April 11th at 12:00-2:00 | Community Room | Registration Required
Get ready to puzzle! Groups of 1-4 will have 120 minutes to complete a 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Work together, strategize, and race against the clock to see if your team can finish before time runs out! Whether you're a seasoned puzzler or just looking for a unique way to challenge your mind, this event offers a perfect opportunity for teamwork, friendly competition, and plenty of fun. Can your team put the pieces together in time? Come join the challenge and find out!
Tuesday, April 14th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series.
Tuesday, April 14, 5:00pm
Green burial advocate Elizabeth Fournier returns to the West Linn Library to talk about natural burial, backyard burials, and other eco-friendly forms of disposition available in Oregon. She will discuss the history, regulations in Portland, and current green practices, highlighting the value of going out in green style. Participants will learn what meaningful green rituals and gatherings we can create to honor our loved ones, support our grieving, and care for the earth and future generations. All questions are answered by someone who not just talks about these topics but has made green burial her life's work and full-time job.
Tuesday, March 24th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal. In this work, Walter, a Pulitzer finalist, exposes the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption, and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry.
Wednesday, April 22nd 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/westlinnlibrary
Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. Delicate, yet exceedingly raw, these poems will transport you as vividly as any work of fiction.
Tuesday, April 28, 6:30pm
Oregon's hiking guru, William L. Sullivan, takes us on an illustrated tour of the new and changed hiking destinations he discovered while researching his latest guide. Expect news about wildflower hikes, changes at local parks, and trails that are recovering from fire, as well as anecdotes about history, geology, and more.
Thursday, May 7th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran.
Friday, May 14th | 6-7:00 PM | The Community Room
For more than a century fire lookouts have played a vital role in the detection of wildfires. While many of those lookouts have disappeared, some of those that remain offer unique hiking destinations with stunning views and fascinating history. In this one-hour presentation Cheryl Hill will talk about her new book Hiking Oregon’s Fire Lookouts, highlight some of the most rewarding lookout hikes, share stories from her journey to visit every standing lookout in the state, and explain how to rent a lookout. A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
Tuesday, May 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. Vivienne Ming as we discuss her new book, Robot-Proof: When Machines Have All the Answers, Build Better People.
Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/westlinnlibrary
What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief.
Wednesday, May 20th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Inspired by the classic, romantic tale of Beauty and the Beast, bestselling author Elizabeth Lim features a cursed dragon lord and a plot to bring down the gods in her latest spellbinding work, A Forgery of Fate.
Wednesday, June 3rd 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!
Tuesday, June 9th | Community Room | 6:30-7:30
Form teams of up to five people and join us at the library for trivia fun! We will have five 10-question rounds and each round will be a different category. Snacks will be served. All ages welcome. The game starts promptly at 6:30 pm so arrive a few minutes early. Two topics were decided by our first place and last place team: Anatomy & Oregon Geography.
Thursday, June 11th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers! Matt Dinniman, New York Times bestselling author of the wildly popular (and just plain wild) Dungeon Crawler Carl series, joins us to chat about his latest book, A Parade of Horribles.
Thursday, June 18th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us in virtual conversation with storyteller and popular blogger Ted Page as we chat about his book Good Grandpa: Stories from the Heart of Grandfatherhood. This heartfelt book highlights his journey to bring together the stories and wisdom of grandfathers from all walks of life—all with a mission to nurture the next great generation.
Tuesday, June 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Register for this author talk and check out other online author talks here: https://libraryc.org/westlinnlibrary
Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook, which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms.
Third Tuesday | Community Room | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Midday Connections Book Club meets every third Tuesday of the month at 12 PM. This book club selects well-reviewed books of all genres including fiction and nonfiction. Participants are welcome to bring their lunch.
First Tuesday | Community Room | 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM
The Romance Book Club meets every first Tuesday of the month at 6 PM. Each month, we spotlight a different romance trope. Members bring any book they’ve read that fits the theme. No required titles, no stress, just great conversation.
Every Thursday | 11 AM - 1 PM | Virtual or In-person | Registration Required
Speak with a financial advisor about Investments, Retirement, & Estate Planning. This includes 401(k), IRA, estate planning, planning for major purchase like buying home, college savings, risk management, and more. These appointments are for 30 minutes. Registration is required.
Every Tuesday | Community Room | 10:00 AM
Please note, Common Threads is meeting on Tuesday, November 4th. On November 11th the library will be closed in observance of Veterans day.
Common Threads Crochet & Knit Group is a way of bringing yarn enthusiasts of all skill levels together for the purposes of sharing; listening; learning; and maybe finding inspiration to try something new. We share patterns and work on whatever we've brought that day. Instruction will be offered to help you master new stitches and techniques. Beginners are welcome. No registration is required for this group. Hosted by Laura Bock.
Second and fourth Wednesday at 5:30pm
This group is a chance for amateur to professional writers to meet, discuss ideas, share tips, and critique each other's writing. No registration or commitment required, but please RSVP if you plan to come so you can be sent the material for the upcoming meeting.
Third Wednesday | 5-7 | Community Room | Alternating Months 20s-30s & 40s-60s.
Welcome to our Speed Friending Library Program! Are you looking to make new friends and expand your social circle? Look no further! Our program is designed to bring people together in a fun, low stress, and interactive way. Our friendly and welcoming environment ensures that everyone feels comfortable and included. You'll engage in short, structured conversations with different participants, allowing you to quickly get to know each other and find common ground. Registration is requested.
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