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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.
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.
Adventures of a Snail and an Ant: Join Amy Gray of Zing Productions as she brings puppets Avon and Edward to life in this adaptation of Avi's story, "The End of the Beginning." Sunday, March 18 from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m. and 4 to 4:45 p.m.
Shadow Puppet Workshop: Explore light, shadow and movement with artist Kathy Karbo as she shows you how to make your own shadow puppet. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, March 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Celebrate Seuss: National award-winning storyteller Christopher Leebrick shares Dr. Seuss stories as well as delightful multicultural tales. Suitable for ages 5 to 105. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Thursday, March 29 from 2 to 2:45 p.m.
Teen Lounge and Homework Center: Use library computers, get homework help, or just do your homework and listen to music. For teens in grades 6-12. Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Mad Science-Spin, Pop, Boom: See an assortment of chemical and physical changes. Colors will transform and amazing sounds will play from Flaming Didgeridoos, a genie will erupt from a flask, two liquids will combine to form a solid, and a geyser of hot foam will astonish you. Free tickets for seating will be available 30 minutes prior to the program. Saturday, March 3 from 2:30 to 3:15 p.m.
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. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Mondays, March 5 and 19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Bicycle Maintenance for Teens: Nationally known "Bicycling Magazine" columnist and author Joe "Metal Cowboy" Kurmaskie will offer up the best tips in his panniers for repairing and maintaining your bike. For teens in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, March 30 from 1 to 2 p.m.
Talk Time: Talk Time is an informal conversation circle for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
Mondays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Tax Help: Trained tax preparers volunteer their time and expertise to help you with your tax forms. Bring last year's return and this year's paperwork. This program is sponsored by AARP. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m.
Citizenship Classes: Learn about the process of becoming a citizen. Classes are in English and are taught by library volunteers. Registration is required. Call 503-988-5392. Saturdays from March 10 throughApril 21 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. except April 7.
Pageturners: Engage in stimulating conversation about books, exchange perspectives about characters and plot, and get to know your neighbors. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. For the Tuesday, March 13 meeting from 6:45 to 8 p.m., read "The Island at the Center of the World: The Epic Story of Dutch Manhattan and the Forgotten Colony That Shaped America" by Russell Shorto. For the Wednesday, March 21 meeting from 1 to 2:15 p.m., read "The Time Traveler's Wife: A Novel" by Audrey Niffenegger.
Scene at the Library: A Sampling of Portland Theatre: Local theatre troupes present sneak previews of upcoming plays. Miracle Theatre Group presents "Rosalba y los Llaveros" in Spanish. Sunday, March 25 from 3 to 4 p.m.
Computer Lab: Lab assistants are available to help beginners practice their computer skills. Russian-speaking lab help available. Tuesdays from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 2:30 to 5 p.m.
Computer Basics: This class is designed for the complete beginner. Learn basic computer terms and keyboard and mouse skills. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, March 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Mondays, March 5, 12 and 19 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Web Basics: Learn about the World Wide Web. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, March 9 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
E-mail for Beginners: Prerequisite: Web Basics. Learn how to use free e-mail. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Monday, March 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Tuesday, March 13 from 10:30 a.m. to noon.
Word Processing I: Learn how to use the basic features of Microsoft Word 2000. Participants need to be comfortable using a keyboard and a mouse. Registration is required. Register online, in the library or by calling 503-988-5234. Friday, March 23 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
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