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THINGS TO DO
Get in the swim
The Portland Park & Recreation summer pool program is underway. Pools offer lessons, lifeguard and instructor programs, swim teams and special activities.
Montavilla Pool is an outdoor pool, located at 8219 N.E. Glisan St. Mt. Scott Community Center, 5530 S.E. 72nd Ave., features an indoor pool. Check the specific schedule for the pool of your choice by visiting www.PortlandParks.org or calling the pool. The phone number for Mt. Scott Community Center Pool is 503-823-3183. Call Montavilla Pool at 503-823-3675.
The parks pools host a competitive swim program for youth through age 17. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool, using crawl stroke and backstroke. Nine weeks of daily practice and entry into all dual meets on July 9, July 23, and Aug. 6, and the City Championship Meet on August 20 at Mt. Hood Community College. Cost is $75. Practices at Montavilla Pool are from 8 to 10 a.m. and at Mt. Scott Pool from 7 to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday.
A splash party for the youth ages 6 months to 6 years is set for Montavilla Pool on Saturday, July 16 from 11:30 a.m. to1 p.m. The fun includes the water games Water Parade, Fish in a Pond, Smallest Splash Contest; Hit the Fish, Penny Hunt, Itty Bitty, and more.
A splash party for everyone, including Biggest Splash Contest, Pea in the Pool Contest, Wild Water Games, Woggle Races, Penny Hunt, Musical Kickboards, Free Throw Contest, and more will be held at Mt. Scott Pool on Thursday, July 7 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Montavilla Pool offers the same event on Sunday, July 17 from 1 to 3 p.m. and Wednesday, July 27 from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
All pools will present a Parent Appreciation Day on Saturday, July 23. Parents swim free when accompanied by child or children.
Montavilla Pool plans a Dive in Movie night Wednesday, Aug. 24 at 8 p.m. Float on your inner tube or air mattress in extra warm pool water while watching the family feature “Shark Tales”. All ages welcome. The cost is $2 for youth, $3.50 for adults.
Around the campfire programs set
Bring the family to Oxbow Regional Park for weekend evening campfire stories, nature programs and old-fashioned entertainment. On Friday nights, the park will feature live music, and on Saturday nights they bring in fascinating natural history presentations and master storytellers.
Campfire programs are held in the outdoor forest amphitheater across from the campground. They are a great way to spend the evening when you’re camping at Oxbow, but you don’t have to camp to enjoy them. Even though Oxbow Park closes at sunset, park rangers will let those who attend the campfire program and want to leave after, out. Parking is in the area near the boat ramp. Programs are free, but there is a $4 per vehicle entry fee to the park. No registration required.
The park is located east of Troutdale on the Sandy River. From I-84, take the No. 17 Troutdale exit. Go past the truck stop to the light. Turn right on 257th Avenue, go 3 miles and turn left onto Division Street. Follow the signs 6.5 miles and turn left. Follow the road to the park. For more information, call Metro at 503-797-1850.
LIBRARIES
Space at all library programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386, www.multcolib.org/agcy/grh.html
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family, Wednesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years, Thursdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months, 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 Storytime: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages, Fridays, July 22 and 29 from 3:30 to 4 p.m.
Hunters of the Night: See real owls and learn about these magnificent birds of prey. Saturday, July 9 from 1 to 2 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, July 16 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Hana and the Dragon and Other Tales from Japan: Everyone in the village fears Ryu, the mountain dragon, but why? Determined to find out, Hana sets of to find Ryu, and what she finds is a big surprise. Tales from Japan are adapted and told by award-winning storyteller Elizabeth Falconer, accompanied with her original koto music and cast of hand-held characters. Wednesday, July 20 from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Hang on to Your Hats: Oregon Fantasy Puppet Theatre presents a marionette show full of trick puppets, jokes and poetry. Join Ollie the Clown as he dances with his shadow, takes a trip through fairyland and takes a bath with a dinosaur. Saturday, July 23 from 11 a.m. to noon
Teen Lounge & 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, grades six to 12. Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 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 “Salt: A World History” by Mark Kurlansky for the meeting on Tuesday, July 19 from 7 to 8 p.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 from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m. (except July 4)
Book Babies: Storytime for children newborn to 12 months, Tuesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months, Wednesdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months, Wednesdays from 11 to 11:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years, Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Charles the Clown: Charles the Clown helps Biscuit the dog on his quest through the library as Biscuit learns to appreciate reading and books. Thursday, July 7 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Harry Potter Party: Escape the world of the Muggles and enjoy some magical Harry Potter fun. Experience many mysterious surprises. Come dressed as your favorite Harry Potter character. Thursday, July 14 from 2 to 5 p.m.
Weiss and Patricia’s Amazing Magic: Prepare to be mystified by this magical team. Thursday, July 14 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Hunters of the Night: See real owls and learn about these magnificent birds of prey. Thursday, July 14 from 4 to 5 p.m.
Stories and Songs: Enjoy this bilingual presentation of stories and songs that get children speaking, singing, shouting and laughing in Spanish and English. Saturday, July 16 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Portland Taiko: Portland Taiko share the dynamism of Asian cultures through the thundering taiko and rich folklore of Asia. Blending contemporary compositions with ancient tradition, the ensemble combines exuberant performances with audience interaction and participation. Thursday, July 21 from 2 to 3 p.m.
Hana and the Dragon and Other Tales from Japan: Everyone in the village fears Ryu, the mountain dragon, but why? Determined to find out, Hana sets of to find Ryu, and what she finds is a big surprise. Tales from Japan are adapted and told by award-winning storyteller Elizabeth Falconer, accompanied with her original koto music and cast of hand-held characters. Thursday, July 28 from 2 to 3 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. Preregistration required; call 503-988-5392. Mondays, July 11 and 25 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Bilingual Knitting for Beginners: Learn the purl stitch, slipknots and other basic knitting stitches. Needles, yarn and patterns provided, or bring your own, to create a scarf, blanket or other knit project. For adults as well as children 10 years and older. Friday, July 8 and 22 from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. The Friends of the Library sponsor this book club. Join library staff for a joint meeting and party of the afternoon and evening book groups. Bring a book to share with the group. Tuesday, July 12 from 6:45 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, Fridays from 2:30 to 5:15 p.m.
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