Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Learn some cool frosting tips and tricks, then spread the sweetness with cupcakes to share with your friends and loved ones.
Space is limited and registration is required. Claim your spot HERE!
Friday, March 12th | 6-7:30 PM | The Community Room | Registration Required
A healthy gut plays a powerful role in reducing the risk of chronic conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and certain cancers. This program provides an overview of the gut microbiome, what it is, and why it matters. Participants will learn how the gut microbiome supports digestion, immunity, inflammation control, and overall health, as well as explore foods that promote a healthy gut, including fiber-rich foods, fermented foods, and resistant starches.
Mike and Denise Jones established this scholarship in honor of their daughter, Holly Grace. Holly loved the library and reading, and she served as a dedicated member of the Teen Library Advisory Board. This scholarship was created to honor up to two graduating seniors within the West Linn–Wilsonville School District who have demonstrated a commitment to the West Linn Library and community through their service on the Teen Library Advisory Board.
Thursday, March 26th 2026 at 4:00 | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us for an enchanting and educational discussion with bestselling author Kate Messner as we delve into her Over and Under series, best suited for a K-3rd grade audience.
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.
Thursday, March 12th 2026 at 4:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book? Welcome to the Astral Library, where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures.
Wednesday, March 4th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Join us in conversation with bestselling author and humorist Michael Perry, whose collection of genre-spanning works encapsulates the experiences–and the magic–of rural town communities and the everyday people who reside in them.
Thursday, February 12th 2026 at 11:00 AM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.
Feminist philosopher Dr. Lindsey Stewart’s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, tells the stories of Negro Mammies of slavery; the Voodoo Queens and Blues Women of Reconstruction; and the Granny Midwives and textile weavers of the Jim Crow era. These women, in secrecy and subterfuge, courageously and devotedly continued their practices and worship for centuries and passed down their traditions.
Thursday, February 5th 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 unforgettable experience as we chat online with Vanessa Riley about her newest book, Fire Sword and Sea, based on the folk story of the female pirate JacquotteDelahaye.
Wednesday, February 11th | 11:00-12:00 | The Community Room
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? The AARP Fraud Watch Network is working to empower you in the fight, with resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud. By taking a few practical steps, you have the power to fight back against fraud. This session will arm you with the latest data on fraud trends and provide tips and resources to protect yourself and your family.
