Events for Jan. 16, 2010
The following is a list of free programs and events being held at East Multnomah County libraries. Call each library or visit multcolib.org/events for more information.
SUNDAY, JAN. 17
Chess at the Library — 1 to 4:45 p.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Have fun playing chess or Chinese chess. The library will provide the equipment. All ages welcome. Call 503-988-5387 for information.
Game On! — 2 to 4 p.m., Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. Bring your favorite games to the library to share, and staff members will provide snacks. For information, call 503-988-5655.
Learning Lab: Guide to English Language Learning Resources – 2 to 4 p.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Practice English skills on language-learning Web sites and also learn about library resources and services. Basic computer skills are needed. Call Melissa at 503-988-6318 for information.
TUESDAY, JAN. 19
Book Babies — 10:15 to 11 a.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Storytime for children up to 12 months old with an adult.
Preschool Storytime — 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Storytime for children ages 3 to 6 years old with an adult.
Homeschool Book Group for Kids — 1 to 2 p.m., Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. For homeschoolers age 6 to 10. Read “Mogo, the Third Warthog” by Donna Jo Napoli and talk about great books.
Homeschool Book Group for Teens — 2 to 3 p.m., Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. For homeschoolers age 14 to 18. Read “The Naming: The First Book of Pellinor” by Alison Croggon and talk about great books.
Computer Lab — 4 to 7 p.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills.
Adelita’s Knitting — 4:30 to 6 p.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Whether you are an experienced or beginning knitter, join in the fun as participants learn together. Needles and yarn are provided for in-class use, but bring supplies if you have them. For ages 12-18. Call 503-988-5396 for more information.
Intercambio/Language Exchange — 6 to 7:30 p.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Practice speaking English or Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners are welcome.
TechnoHosts — 6 to 8 p.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Volunteers help you search the web, use e-mail and look up materials with the library’s online catalog.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 20
Wooden Train Playtime — 10 to 11 a.m., Gresham Library, 385 N.W. Miller Ave. Children ages 2 and up, with an adult, who enjoy trains and put wooden trains together and run them in the library.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center — 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Use library computers, get homework help or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in sixth through twelfth grades.
Intercambio/Language Exchange — 6 to 7:30 p.m., Fairview-Columbia Library, 1520 N.E. Village St. Practice speaking English or Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners are welcome. For information, call 503-988-5655.
Intercambio/Language Exchange — 6 to 7:30 p.m., Rockwood Library, 17917 S.E. Stark St. Practice speaking English or Spanish in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners are welcome.
Other Events
TUESDAY, JAN. 19
Little Trout Play Park — 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays until June 8, Sam Cox Building, Glenn Otto Community Park, 1106 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale. For ages up to age 5. Kids make playtime pals while they ride trikes, catch balls and build castles. Cost is $1.50 per child each visit. Participants will receive a calendar of dates when there is no play park. Call Troutdale Recreation at 503-665-5175 for information.
Finding Your Muse: A Writing Class for Seniors — 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Gresham Station Apartments lobby, 1003 N.W. Shattuck Way. Call 503-826-1619 for more information.
Gresham Eagles Pinochle — noon, Fraternal Order of Eagles, 117 N.E. Roberts Ave. For more information, call 503-667-3019.
WEDNESDAY, JAN. 20
Postnatal Fitness Class — 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesdays until March 10, City Conference Building, 223 Buxton Ave., Troutdale. This program is specifically designed to meet the health and fitness needs of postpartum women. Learn how to maintain a healthy lifestyle while spending time with your baby. Appropriate for babies who are at least six weeks old. Bring a yoga mat or blanket. You must be released by your doctor to participate. Cost is $47. Call Troutdale Recreation at 503-665-5175.