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Winter birds at Smith and Bybee lakes: It is a waterfowl wonderland in the Portland area with thousands of ducks, geese and swans spending the winter here. On a good day, you can see a dozen different species of waterfowl and other water birds such as grebes, gulls, coots, cormorants and herons. This also is the best time of year to see bald eagles and other birds of prey. Bundle up and meet naturalist James Davis at the wildlife area parking lot on Marine Drive. Saturday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. to noon. Binoculars will be available to borrow. Suitable for adults and teens. Free. Advance registration is required. Call 503-797-1928.
Wildlife area paddle trips: Traveling by canoe or kayak is the best way to explore Smith and Bybee lakes Wildlife Area in North Portland. Check out the effects of the new water control structure that is helping to restore the wildlife area to a seasonal wetland. Meet at the parking lot on North Marine Drive. Bring your own kayak or canoe and personal floatation device. Saturday, Feb. 26 from noon to 4 p.m. Advance registration is required. Call Frank Opila at 503-283-1145.
Taxidermy workshop: This workshop is for anyone who wants to learn more about animal anatomy. Participants will create study specimens, which will be used in the Metro environmental education program to teach people about wildlife. Guided by instructors, each person will work on skinning and stuffing a small wild mammal or bird accidentally killed by an automobile. Metro operates this program under state and federal wildlife salvage permits. Class will meet at Oxbow Region Park in the naturalists’ office on Saturday, March 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Suitable for adults and older teens. Bring a sack lunch. A fee of $15 per person includes instruction and tools. There also is an additional $4 per vehicle entry fee payable at the gate. Advance registration and payment are required. Call 503-797-1928.
Where students become teachers: Learn how to help children and adults discover nature by enrolling in Nature University, Metro’s unique and intensive naturalist training program. Nature University helps people develop and improve their skills as naturalists and teachers, and trains volunteers to lead student field trips. Training sessions are from 930 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays from now through Apr. 5. To request an application or for more information, call volunteer services at 503-797-1850 option 7.
Volunteer orientation: Start your Metro volunteer experience off on the right foot. Join Metro staff for new volunteer orientation either during the lunch or in the evening at Metro Regional Center. Learn about Metro’s parks and Greenspaces, hear about the benefits of volunteering, receive information on volunteer job opportunities in the field and office, complete your volunteer application and enjoy the company of other new volunteers. Tuesday, Feb. 15 from noon to 1 p.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. To register, call 503-797-1928.
Wildlife monitors: Do you have skills in local bird or amphibian identification and a commitment to protecting our local environmental heritage? Metro is seeking long-term volunteers with some wildlife experience to collect survey data on local species on open spaces. For more information, call Seth Ring at 503-797-1688
LIBRARIES
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386, www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html
Ballot drop site
Gregory Heights Library is among a number of libraries that will serve as ballot drop-off sites for the March 2005 Special Election. From Feb. 18 until Election Day, March 8, the library will provide boxes for ballot drop-off during normal operating hours: Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday noon to 8 p.m.; Thursday and Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5 p.m. On Election Day, these libraries will accept ballot drop-off in the libary lobbies until 8 p.m.
Art exhibit
Whet your appetite with a small selection of the multimedia, eye-popping works of William Joyce, beloved author and illustrator of children’s books at the Gregory Heights library from Feb. 17 through April 12. After enjoying this display, plan a trip to the Central Library, 801 S.W. 10th Ave. to see the full exhibit including books to read and explore.
Story Stop: Feel free to ask for a short program of fun stories when 3 or more children are gathered.
Pajama Time: Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy and join library staff for stories, songs and fun. Wednesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Preschool Story time: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Thursdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:30 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Fridays from 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Bilingual Story time: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages. Fridays from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
Pretty Posie Pins: Shanon Schollian will show you how to create a flower pin using colorful fabrics, beads and other materials. Wear them yourself or give them as a fashionably fun gift. Saturday, Feb. 5 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Artist Trading Cards: Create your own trading cards using colored pencils, rubber stamps, collage and more. You may keep your cards or trade with other artists. Saturday, Feb. 12 from 1 to 3 p.m.
3D Macro-World of Bugs: Come face to face with beetles and stinkbugs, or look into the eight eyes of a spider as it crawls through the 3-dimensional screen into the audience! Learn about the amazing lifestyles and quirky habits of these backyard creatures in this 3-dimensional slide show. 3D glasses will be provided. Saturday, Feb. 26 from 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use computers to access the Internet and do word processing; get homework help from staff and online tutors; or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs. For teens in grades 6 through 12. Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Read “The House on Mango Street” by Sandra Cisneros. Join the library staff for Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s annual community-wide book discussion. Tuesday, Feb. 15 from 7 to 8 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. You may also ask for basic assistance writing reports, creating résumés, establishing an e-mail account, preparing research projects, filling out online application forms, and locating library and Internet resources. Ask about computer classes. Mondays and Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m. (except Feb. 5 and 21).
TechnoHosts: Volunteers help you search the Web, look up books with the library’s online catalog, and use online databases. Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2000. Select and modify text, cut and paste, open and save a document, and create your own party invitations. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Feb. 2 from 10 a.m. to noon
Searching the Web: Prerequisite: Web basics or Internet experience. This new, two-hour class combines Web Searching I and Web Searching II so you can learn several Web searching tools at once. Improve your understanding of subject indexes and search engines and learn how to evaluate the quality of the information you find on the Web. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Wednesday, Feb. 16 from 10 a.m. to noon
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail on the Web, like Yahoo or Hotmail. Sign up, then compose and send messages to anywhere in the world. Pre-registration required; register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Saturday, Feb. 5 from 9 to 10 a.m.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392, www.multcolib.org/agcy/mid/html
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years. Daily at 1:30 p.m. (except Feb. 21).
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to12 months. Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months. Wednesdays from 10 to 10:45 a.m.
Toddler Story time: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months. Wednesdays from 11 to 11:30 a.m.
Preschool Story time: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Symphony Story time: The Oregon Symphony is on the road for interactive, musical storytimes. This series focuses on storybooks, music, instruments, sound and fun musical crafts. Each week features a visit from an Oregon Symphony musician who will play and provide an introduction to his or her instrument and orchestral music. Enjoy music, hands-on crafts and fun for all ages. Saturdays, Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 2 to 3 p.m.
The Green Bird: The Oregon Shadow Theater presents a puppet show inspired by Mexican folktales. Luisa journeys through Mexico and encounters fantastic scenes and characters from Mexico’s rich folkloric tradition, including a bullfight and dancing skeletons. Sunday, February 6 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Copper Wire Hearts: Artist Kathleen Karbo will show you how to create a one-of-a-kind valentine using copper wire, pipe cleaners, and colorful beads and ornaments. Gain experience with hammers, anvils and needle-nose pliers. Thursday, February 10 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Read to the Dogs: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to therapy dogs from the Dove Lewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Pre-registration required; call 503-988-5392. Tuesdays, Feb. 1 and 15 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Monday, Feb. 7 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Read “The House on Mango Street” by Sandra Cisneros. Join the library staff for Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s annual community-wide book discussion. Tuesday, February 8 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, February 16 from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
“The House on Mango Street” Readers Theatre
Miracle Theatre presents a dramatic reading of excerpts from “The House on Mango Street”. Saturday, Feb. 19 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. You may also ask for basic assistance writing reports, creating résumés, establishing an e-mail account, preparing research projects, filling out online application forms, and locating library and Internet resources. No pre-registration required. Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. Learn to use a mouse, search the Internet, and send and receive e-mail. Each session will consist of one hour of instruction and one hour of practice. You must pre-register and attend all three sessions. Mondays, Feb. 7, 14 and 28 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
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