19th Annual Mitten Tree

Throughout the month of December, the Mitten Tree will be up in the Puett Room and ready to be decorated with donations of new scarves, hats, and mittens. 

For the past 18 years, library patrons have kept hands and hearts warm by donating over 3,608 items to the Good Neighbor Center in Tigard!  Items donated will be distributed to people experiencing homelessness in Washington County.

 Let’s give our neighbors the gift of warmth this season!
The Mitten Tree is generously provided by Friends of the Tigard Public Library.

What Fun Washi Tape

Looking for some fun that will stick? Join us December 7 from 1:30-2:30 for What Fun Washi Tape! We’ll make bookmark people, garlands, decorate journal covers and much more! This program is best for ages 5 and up.

Annual Preschool Resource Fair--February 2nd

Find out which preschools, activities, and resources are available in the area at the

Annual Preschool Resource Fair!

WHEN: Saturday February 2nd, 10 am to 1pm
WHERE: Tigard Methodist Church Gym, 9845 Walnut Place, Tigard
COST: FREE!!!

Come meet with preschools and businesses serving children in Tigard and surrounding areas.  Gather information and learn about educational programs and resources available to you and your preschooler.  The library will host story times at 10:30 am, 11:30 am, and 12:30 pm along with simple crafts.  Other interactive stations will be available throughout the fair. 

The Preschool Resource Fair is broguth to you by Tigard Playschool.

Mad Science

Step into the laboratory and experience a spectacular interactive science science show that is both educational and entertaining.  Mad Science experiments will surely spark imaginative learning.  Join us on Tuesday August 14th at 7 p.m. in the Burgess Community Room.  All ages are welcome to attend.

Yo-Yo University

Professional yo-yo-ers Colin and Greg will put a new spin on this spool-on-a-string.  Yo-yos date from Ancient Greece, but Colin and Greg will show you some very 21st century tricks you'll be amazed to see.  Join the university on Tuesday August 7th from 4-5 p.m. in the Burgess Community Room.  This event is suited for kids in grades 4 and up.

Night Owl Crafts

Are you a night owl?  Do you enjoy staying up late?  Come make crafts inspired by creatures of the night at our Night Owl Crafts event on Monday July 23rd from 2-4 p.m. in the Puett Room.  This drop-in craft time is open for ages 5 and up where we'll create crafts that have to do with bats, owls, and fairies.  It's sure to be a dreamy time!

Just for Grown-Ups

Want a little break from your kids? Well, maybe it's technically not a break from your kids if it's about your kids, but at least you don't have to bring them with you! In fact, I won't allow it. So find someone to take care of your kids and join me while I teach you how to prepare your child(ren) to read. If you have children age 0-6, you qualify. Register today for the Every Child Ready to Read Parent Workshop which will take place on Wednesday, July 25 from 6:30 to 8:00 in the Puett Room. Come in to the library or call the Children's Desk at 503.718.2656.

Beautiful Day for a Nature Hike

We had a great turnout to celebrate beavers today for International Beaver Day, and we could not have asked for better weather after our very wet winter and spring. Lori Kruse, the education and outreach coordinator for Tualatin Riverkeepers, taught us about beavers and led us on a hike of the Fanno Creek Trail. We got to see several beaver chews, a muskrat slide, and a live frog. Thanks for a great day, Lori!

April is Arbor Month

April is National Arbor Month, so come celebrate with special activities and events at the library and with the City of Tigard!  We'll have a special display of books in the children's room with some take home acativity sheets and an Arbor Day Family Storytime on April 27th.  Check out the April Cityscape (pages 1-2) for a complete listing of city sponsored Arbor Day events or check out the city website.