OMSI Planetarium Reminder

Don't forget to sign up to visit the OMSI Planetarium this coming Sunday, Septemer 18th.  OMSI will have their portable planetarium set up in the Community Room.  Kids, teens and parents can enter this world of stars and planets through a 30 minute guided tour.  Guided tours are scheduled every 45 minutes.  Space is limited and registration is required.  Stop by or call the children's desk at 503-718-2656 to register.

Picture Books -- Outer Space Edition

In the spirit of this year's Tigard Reads theme, here are a few outer space picture books to share with your family.

Harry and Horsie by Katie Van Camp. In a nighttime adventure, Harry's room begins to fill with bubbles and carry things up to outer space. Can Harry find his Horsie up there?

Moon Over Star by Dianna Aston. It's 1969 and Apollo 11 is headed for the moon. Young Mae follows this historical event from her family's farm and hopes to one day be an astronaut herself.

Our Stars by Anne Rockwell. In Rockwell's classic simple style, she introduces youngsters to stars, planets, and all things outer space.

I Want to Be an Astronaut by Byron Barton. Great for your youngest space enthusiast, this simple picture book looks at humans exploring outer space.

Jimmy Zangwow's Out-of-this-World, Moon Pie Adventure by Tony DiTerlizzi. When Jimmy's mother won't let him have a moon pie, he sets off for the moon to get his own.

OMSI + Planetarium = Awesomeness

Sunday, September 18, OMSI is bringing their portable planetarium to the Tigard Library. Families can sign up for a 30 minute tour of outer space. Just stop by the Children's Desk or call 503-718-2656 to register. It's all part of our Tigard Reads celebration. Click here for a full list of programs.