Stress is a natural part of life. The sitting practice of meditation helps us explore how our perceptions of reacting and responding to stress can help us be more mindful. Join us for a 6-week class on mindful meditation facilitated by Martha McJacobs from Life by Design. Attend as many or as few classes as you would like. Register to receive the Zoom link.

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/1600370048

Discuss topics related to aging, growth, and older adulthood with friends, neighbors, and other members of our community. All adults welcome. Co-sponsored by Washington County Disability, Aging & Veterans Services and Viva Village. Registration required.

Warren Seyler, former Chairman of the Spokane Tribe of Indians, will join us virtually to share the tribe's history, with a special focus on the time period depicted in "The Cold Millions." Registration is closed; join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1607692675

Stress is a natural part of life. The sitting practice of meditation helps us explore how our perceptions of reacting and responding to stress can help us be more mindful. Join us for a 6-week class on mindful meditation facilitated by Martha McJacobs from Life by Design. Attend as many or as few classes as you would like. Register to receive the Zoom link.

"The Cold Millions" is a lively and entertaining work of historical fiction. In this workshop, you will learn the steps for writing historical fiction, look at examples of specific techniques, and write two paragraphs describing the time period you’d most love to explore. Facilitated by Dr. Susan Swartwout, creative writing instructor and founder of Southeast Missouri State University Press. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

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. Join via Zoom: https://www.zoomgov.com/j/1605884644

Join us as we make mini tote bags that look like a bubble tea with boba! Program supplies will be available; after registering, please wait for an email about when to pick them up. Grades 3-6. Registration required; register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

In this session, we will examine factors that lead to burnout and warning signs of compassion fatigue. We will select practices to help the caregiver develop strong social and emotional health, including mindfulness, self-care, and resilience. Presented by Kelley Lawson in English. Set 2, CKC: PPLD, 3 hours, Age Group: I/T, PS, SA. Registration required. Registration opens Dec. 22. Registration link available at www.BeavertonLibrary.org/ChildCareTrainings.

Celebrate One Book, One Beaverton and "The Cold Millions" with work-themed songs at this special edition of Song Circle. We will sing and play 9-10 songs together virtually. Chords and lyrics will be provided. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

THIS EVENT IS FULL. Join us for this special One Book, One Beaverton edition of the Recommended Reads Book Group. We will be discussing the One Book, One Beaverton title, "The Cold Millions" by Jess Walter. Register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.

Learn about the new book award winners and honors, from the Caldecott to the Newbery, from the Coretta Scott King to the Pura Belpre, and more! Focus will be on children's books, but can also include books for teens and adults as appropriate. Join on Zoom for a raffle drawing! Registration required; register with an email address and we'll email the link prior to the event.