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Multnomah County Library has received a $92,179 grant to improve library services to young children. The Ready to Read Grant program was established by the 1993 Oregon Legislature and is administered by the Oregon State Library.
Multnomah County Library will use the grant to fund Early Childhood Resources, a program that serves children pre-birth to kindergarten and their families and caregivers. Through outreach programs, ECR works closely with the early childhood community to foster the literacy skills of Multnomah County’s youngest residents.
Since its inception, the Ready to Read Grant has been used across Oregon to purchase children’s library materials, hire staff to provide library programs, bring library services and materials to at-risk children and provide children’s computer equipment in libraries. The Ready to Read Grant was established to assist local libraries in helping achieve the Oregon benchmarks for childhood learning and development.
Jim Scheppke, state librarian, noted that since the Ready to Read Grant program began, library services to children have nearly doubled. “This program is really helping children develop early literacy skills, begin school ready to learn and develop a lifelong love of reading,” Scheppke said.
Gregory Heights Library, 7921 N.E. Sandy Blvd., 503-988-5386
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Toddler Storytime: Storytime for children 24 to 36 months with adult. Mondays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. except Feb. 19.
Bilingual Storytime: Presented in Spanish and English for children of all ages. Tuesdays from 4 to 4:30 p.m. except Feb. 20.
Pajama Time: Bedtime stories for the whole family. Wednesdays from 7 to 7:30 p.m.
Tiny Tots: Storytime for children 12 to 24 months with adult. Thursdays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years with adult. Fridays from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m.
Chinese Knot Tying: Since ancient times, Chinese people have used knots for more than just fastening and wrapping. Chinese knot tying fully reflects the grace and profundity of Chinese culture. In this class, children and adults will learn how to do some basic knots and create beautiful products to take home. This offering is in conjunction with Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s community reading project. Sunday, Feb. 11 from 2 to 4 p.m.
Cool Tunes for Kids: Musician Eric Herman plays cool tunes for kids, a creative, participatory performance that’s full of comedy and fun. Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers to access the Internet and do word processing, get homework help from trained staff and online tutors, or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. except Feb. 1.
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. For teens in grades 6-12. Thursday, Feb. 1 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Sunday, Feb. 25 from 1 to 3 p.m. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5386.
Language Exchange: Engage in conversation with native English speakers who want to practice their Spanish and with native Spanish speakers who want to practice their English. Saturdays from 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Chinese Cuisine: Sample both typical and unusual Chinese dishes and learn about ingredients and preparation with Rebecca Liu of Lung Fung restaurant. This session is in conjunction with Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s community reading project. Sunday, Feb. 4, from 2 to 3 p.m.
Pageturners: Friends of the Library sponsors this community book club. Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot and get to know your neighbors. Read “Midnight at the Dragon Café” by Judy Fong Bates for the February discussion. This book is the 2007 selection for Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s community reading project. Guest facilitator will be Leslie Munson, associate professor in Special Education and Counselor Education at Portland State University. Tuesday, Feb. 20, from 7 to 8 p.m.
Hospice Care and Information: Join the director of the Oregon Hospice Association, Ann Jackson, as she discusses advance directives, hospice care and other issues. Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Saturdays from 9 to 10 a.m.
TechnoHosts: Volunteers help you search the Web, play educational CD-ROM games, and look up materials with the library’s online catalog. Assistance in Vietnamese is available. Saturdays from 1 to 3 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. Wednesdays, Feb. 7, 14 and 21 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. You must register and attend all three sessions. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Midland Library, 805 S.E. 122nd Ave., 503-988-5392
Space at programs is limited. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, except as noted.
Story Stop: Stories for children newborn to 6 years. Mondays through Saturdays from 1:30 to 1:45 p.m. except Feb. 19.
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 11:15 a.m. to noon.
Preschool Storytime: Storytime for children 3 to 6 years. Thursdays from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
Paper Art for Children: Create three-dimensional animals with colorful paper. Join artist Jean Choy and learn how to turn simple paper into something great. For children 4 years and older. Sunday, Feb. 11 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. This class is in conjunction with Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s community reading project.
Storytelling with Alton Chung: Step into a world of traditional folktales, legends and stories from around the world with storyteller Alton Chung. Sunday, Feb. 18, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Cool Tunes for Kids: Musician Eric Herman plays cool tunes for kids in a creative, participatory performance that’s full of comedy and fun. Thursday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to noon.
Music from China: Music from China, a New York-based world-class ensemble, will give a concert of traditional music followed by a demonstration of their instruments. This performance is in conjunction with Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s community reading project. Saturday, Feb. 24 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers to access the Internet and do word processing, get homework help from trained staff and online tutors, or just do your homework and listen to music while hanging out in beanbag chairs. For teens in grades 6-12. Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. except Feb. 19.
Read to the Dogs SM: Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog from the DoveLewis Animal Assisted Therapy and Education Program. Mondays, Feb. 5 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 12 and 26 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392.
Podcasting for Teens: Learn the basics of how to create, put together and publish your own podcast. Participants need to bring their own iPod. Wednesday, Feb. 14, from 4 to 5 p.m.
Cartooning Workshop: Want to learn how to draw a cartoon? Cartoonist Steve Lieber, who has done projects with Marvel, DC, Dark Horse and Oni Press, will teach techniques for drawing comics. This program, for teens in grades 6-12, will take place at Parkrose High School, 12003 N.E. Shaver St. Thursday, Feb. 15, from 3 to 4 p.m. and Tuesday, Feb. 27, from 3 to 4 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English. Sign up in advance at the library or just come to any session. Mondays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. except Feb. 19.
Food for Thought: Essayist and radio commentator Diana Coogle offers a delicious look at the many roles food plays in our lives. Sunday, Feb. 4, from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Pageturners: Friends of the Library sponsors this community book club. Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Join in for Everybody Reads, Multnomah County Library’s annual community-wide book discussion, by reading “Midnight at the Dragon Café” by Judy Fong Bates for the February discussion. Tuesday, Feb. 13, from 6:45 to 8 p.m. and Wednesday, Feb. 21, from 1 to 2:15 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Russian-speaking lab help is available. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m. except Feb. 9.
Web Searching I: Prerequisite: Web Basics. How do you find good information on the Web? Library staff will get you started with a few simple tools, and then help you understand why some Web sites might be better choices than others for reliable information. Friday, Feb. 2, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Cyber Seniors Computer Classes: This series of classes is for seniors who want to learn how to use a computer. You must register and attend all three sessions. Mondays, Feb. 5, 12 and 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2000. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and mouse. Saturday, Feb. 17, from 2 to 4 p.m. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234.
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