October 1 is the International Day of Older Persons. Join us at Age Cafe for celebration and discussion. Co-sponsored by Washington County Disability, Aging & Veterans Services and Viva Village. Register to receive the Zoom link.

Write a one-page or shorter scary story for a chance to win a Powell's gift card! There will be $100, $50, and $25 gift cards for one winner each in middle school and high school. The full contest guidelines and a link to the online entry form will be posted on www.BeavertonLibrary.org/TeenEvents during the week of September 19. Prizes sponsored by the New Friends of the Beaverton City Library. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

We take about 20,000 breaths every day. The breath is not only the life sustaining force, it is also an anchor we can use to work with life experiences. Through sitting practice and mindfulness practices, we will learn how to make friends with the breath that breathes us. Registration required.

Let's talk about books! Connect virtually with fellow book lovers as we chat about what we're currently reading and what's in our TBR (that's to-be-read) piles. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616087715 (Meeting ID: 161 608 7715)

Get Fluffy ready for the runway! We’ll read stories and sing songs about pets, and then you’ll have a chance to show off your favorite stuffed animal. Program supplies will be available; after registering, please wait for an email about when to pick them up. Ages 2-8. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

October's book is "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent" by Isabel Wilkerson. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616823432 (Meeting ID: 161 682 3432)

Hang out in the Teen Zone and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We'll provide the supplies, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

What makes you happy? Ice cream cones? Cozy sweaters? After a brief read-aloud, we will brainstorm and draw what makes each of us happy, and end with some time to share. Grades K-5. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

We take about 20,000 breaths every day. The breath is not only the life sustaining force, it is also an anchor we can use to work with life experiences. Through sitting practice and mindfulness practices, we will learn how to make friends with the breath that breathes us. Registration required.

Hang out in the Teen Zone and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We'll provide the supplies, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

This group is for poets, 18 and older, at any level of expertise to meet and discuss their in-progress, original poems and provide courteous, constructive, verbal or written commentary. Facilitated by Susan Swartwout and M.L. Lyons. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1617456957

Hang out in the Teen Zone and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We'll provide the supplies, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

We'll celebrate author Zetta Elliott's birthday by reading her book, "Milo's Museum" and doing a craft. Grades K-5. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Use your computer at home to join us on Zoom and go to www.code.org to learn computer coding through games and share what you learned. Grades 2-5. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Your local library is the go-to spot for books to share with the children in your care, but with so many available, how do you find the best books for you? In this session, you will learn how to find the books you love in the library, as well as tricks to discover new favorites to share! Set One; Core Knowledge Category: Learning Environments & Curriculum; 2 hours; No age group focus. Registration required (opens Sept. 19).

Join us at Writers Group! We envision this group as a space where writers can meet with a friendly, supportive community of fellow writers. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1601650586

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Zone and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We'll provide the supplies, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

This storytime is filled with books, rhymes, and songs that will help your child develop the skills they need to get ready to read! It also promotes critical and imaginative thinking. Ages 3-6. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Join us as we make our own candles from beeswax that look like sushi rolls! Program supplies will be available; after registering, please wait for an email about when to pick them up. Grades 3-6. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Fiction, non-fiction, super popular or a little more obscure - we read it all and discuss at this friendly and lively book group. October's book is "The Mercies" by Kiran Millwood Hargrave. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1616494464 (Meeting ID: 161 649 4464)

Hang out in the Teen Zone and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We'll provide the supplies, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

Hang out in the Teen Room and use various materials from our Maker Cart to create something truly original. We’ll provide the supplies, including washi tape, origami paper, knitting needles and yarn, and more, and you bring ideas for this drop-in, self-directed crafting time. Grades 6-12.

This group is for poets, 18 and older, at any level of expertise to meet and discuss their in-progress, original poems and provide courteous, constructive, verbal or written commentary. Facilitated by Susan Swartwout and M.L. Lyons. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1608455338

Join us for not-too-scary stories and a dance party with your favorite spine-tingling tunes! Costumes are welcome. Ages 2-8. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Join us as we read stories and do crafts all about owls. Grades K-5. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

The 19th Annual Teen Art Show is coming up! Students in grades 6-12 can submit art Thursday, Oct. 28 through Saturday, Oct. 30. The show runs Wednesday, Nov. 3 through Sunday, Nov. 7. Grades 6-12.

November is National Novel Writing Month - get ready to write and rock! If you're new, come learn about NaNoWriMo. If you're already a veteran, stop by to get inspired and talk with other writers about the upcoming wild month of November. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1614545897

Les invitamos a pasar por la sección de literatura infantil para celebrar el Día de muertos. Habrán manualidades para llevar a casa, un juego de búsqueda y un muro de recuerdos donde su familia puede escribir o dibujar un recuerdo favorito de un ser querido. / We invite you to stop by the Children's area to celebrate the Day of the Dead! There will be crafts you can take home, a scavenger hunt, and a memory wall where your family can write or draw a favorite memory of a loved one.

Write a one-page or shorter scary story for a chance to win a Powell's gift card! There will be $100, $50, and $25 gift cards for one winner each in middle school and high school. The full contest guidelines and a link to the online entry form will be posted on www.BeavertonLibrary.org/TeenEvents during the week of September 19. Prizes sponsored by the New Friends of the Beaverton City Library. Grades 6-12.