Sue Piper, President of the West Linn Garden Club, will highlight tips, advice, equipment, and tools to help you garden in your senior years.
This event will take place in the library's Community Room.
Adult Programs
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.
Wednesday, June 4th at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Extinctopedia tells a complex story, not just of those who are extinct but also of those in greatest peril, with explanations of what threatens their survival. It is also a story of hope—hopes for animals that have been rediscovered, hope in the form of newly-discovered animals, and hope that we might hear the warning call and act to preserve the amazing biodiversity of our fragile planet for future generations to come.
Tuesday, June 10th at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
You’re invited to an exclusive preview event with New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell as she introduces readers to her forthcoming title Don’t Let Him In (Out June 24, 2025!). Along with an introduction to her newest bone-chilling, psychological thriller, Jewell will chat about her life as a writer and her critically-acclaimed body of work.
Monday, June 16, 10:00am
Transform rocks into cute ladybugs with this month's Take & Make kit for adults (age 18+). Each kit contains all supplies you will need. Kits are first-come first-serve starting at 10am on June 16 at the Information Desk, while supplies last. Limit one kit per person.
Thursday, July 31st at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
You’re invited to a fascinating conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand to chat about her new book The Mind Electric: A Neurologist on the Strangeness and Wonder of Our Brains (forthcoming June 10, 2025).
Wednesday, August 20th at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Bring an appetite for sizzling drama as we discuss New York Times bestselling author Casey McQuiston's latest romantic comedy, The Pairing.
Thursday, August 28th at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Learn how to master the daily grind and become shatterproof in a tumultuous world with key insights by Dr. Tasha Eurich as she talks about her newest book, Shatterproof: How to Thrive in a World of Constant Chaos (And why resilience alone isn’t enough).
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.
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.
2nd & 4th Tuesday | Community Room | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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. This is not a teaching event, but we are happy to help you with mastering new stitches for your project. No registration is required for this group.
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.
Wednesday, July 16th at 6-7:30 | Community Room
Welcome to our Speed Friending Library Program! Are you in your 40s or 50s or 60s 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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2025 Adult Spring Programs (4 MB) 