Events and Programs

events and programs

These are highlights of upcoming events. See the complete schedule of events on the calendar. Scroll to bottom for recurring events.

Events by age:

Little Ones (ages 0-5)
Kids (Grades K-5)
Tweens (Grades 4-8)
Teens (Grades 6-12)
Adults (ages 18+)

 

Featured Events

Image to promote romance book club

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.

Jelly Bean Taste-Off!

Monday, April 6th at 10:30am  and 11:30am.

Join us for an engaging experiment with your taste buds!

Cover photo for speed jigsaw puzzle challenge

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! 

Sensory Storytime

1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10   |   10-10:30 am   |   The Hollow 

Join us for a morning storytime that supports children with sensory sensitivities.  Intended for ages 0-5. Siblings are welcome.  In order to ensure a small group experience, registration is required; click HERE to register. 

Green Burial book cover and Elizabeth Fournier headshot

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.

cover of book 50 Hikes Portland

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.

Free Hearing and Developmental Screening for children 0-5 Thursday April 30 West Linn Public Library Community Room 10am-12pm

Thursday April 30   |   10:00 am - 12:00 pm   |   Community Room

The Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education Program at Clackamas ESD are providing free hearing screenings for children, as well as access to Ages and Stages Questionnaires for developmental screening.

For children ages 0-5. Located in The Community Room. No registration required.

the word "trivia" on a chalkboard

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.