Library

Saturday, January 10 at 10:00am

Make your own book page umbrella garland 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 the Information Desk, while supplies last. Limit one kit per person.

Wednesday, January 28th 2026 at 4:00 PM |   This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.

We are thrilled to welcome Liz Moore to discuss her latest work, The God of the Woods, an instant New York Times bestseller and one of NPR’s 2024 “Books We Love” highlights.

Tuesday, January 20th 2026 at 11:00 AM  |   This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.

Be sure to jump start your new year with us as we chat virtually with journalist and author Julia Hotz about her book The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging.  

Tuesday, January 13th 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 online discussion with prominent cultural writer and bestselling author David Brooks on his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply, in which he helps us pose essential questions: If you want to know a person, what kind of attention should you cast on them? What kind of conversations should you have? What parts of a person’s story should you pay attention to?

Sunday January 11   |   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. 

Wednesday, January 14

4:30 PM | The Hollow

Start your engines and get ready to race! Join us at the library for a few friendly Mario Kart races on the big screen. Whether you’re a seasoned racer or brand-new to the tracks, everyone is welcome.

Space is limited and registration is required. Claim your spot HERE!

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.

First Tuesday | Community Room | 5:00 PM- 6:00 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.

Ready to clear up some shelf space? ... FOR MORE BOOKS?

For those in grades 8-12 

December 1st -January 3rd: Accepting Donations

We are accepting donations of gently used YA and adult fiction, graphic novels and narrative nonfiction for our upcoming Teen Book Swap on January 4th!

Teens who bring in books (or have books donated on their behalf!) will receive one book credit per donated book for the Book Swap. 

Please bring your donations to the Youth Services desk to get your Book Swap credit!

It's time for our annual magazine giveaway! The library can only keep the current and previous year's issues, so starting on Monday, January 12th, we will be giving away all 2024 issues in the lobby of the library! There is no limit to how many you can take, and we encourage you to bring a bag. While supplies last.